Chicago man sentenced after $1.5M SNAP fraud scheme: prosecutors
A Chicago man who fraudulently obtained more than $1.5 million in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits has been sentenced to more than four years in prison, federal officials said.
A Chicago man who fraudulently obtained more than $1.5 million in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits has been sentenced to more than four years in prison, federal officials said.
Divvy rates rise in Chicago as city promises more stations and rider perks in 2026
Divvy rides in Chicago are getting a little more expensive, but the system is also expanding. Here’s what’s changing.
Divvy rides in Chicago are getting a little more expensive, but the system is also expanding. Here’s what’s changing.
Metra train hits, kills pedestrian on Chicago’s West Side, delays expected, officials say
A Metra train hit and killed a pedestrian on Chicago’s West Side on Monday afternoon, which is expected to cause delays for commuters.
A Metra train hit and killed a pedestrian on Chicago’s West Side on Monday afternoon, which is expected to cause delays for commuters.
Chicago firefighter seriously injured while responding to North Side fire
A Chicago firefighter is hospitalized in serious condition after responding to a fire on the city’s North Side, officials said.
A Chicago firefighter is hospitalized in serious condition after responding to a fire on the city’s North Side, officials said.
March Madness is here: Big Ten recap, bracket strategy and upset picks | ChicagoLIVE
Chris K joins "ChicagoLIVE" to break down the start of March Madness. The conversation covers Purdue’s surprising Big Ten tournament run, Northwestern’s late-season growth and what to watch as the NCAA tournament begins.
Chris K joins "ChicagoLIVE" to break down the start of March Madness. The conversation covers Purdue’s surprising Big Ten tournament run, Northwestern’s late-season growth and what to watch as the NCAA tournament begins.
Record number of Americans dipping into retirement savings amid rising costs | ChicagoLIVE
With rising costs putting pressure on household budgets, a growing number of Americans are tapping into their retirement savings to cover everyday expenses. Rebecca Smith of Benemoney joined ChicagoLIVE to discuss the risks of early withdrawals, alternatives people can consider, and financial steps that may help avoid dipping into a 401(k) too soon.
With rising costs putting pressure on household budgets, a growing number of Americans are tapping into their retirement savings to cover everyday expenses. Rebecca Smith of Benemoney joined ChicagoLIVE to discuss the risks of early withdrawals, alternatives people can consider, and financial steps that may help avoid dipping into a 401(k) too soon.
Chicago weather: Snow and gusty winds shift to bitter cold temps tomorrow
Snow and strong winds will give way to bitter cold Tuesday before a major warmup brings springlike temperatures by the weekend.
Snow and strong winds will give way to bitter cold Tuesday before a major warmup brings springlike temperatures by the weekend.
Sun-Times report shines light on CTA riders pushed onto train tracks | ChicagoLIVE
Chicago Sun-Times reporter Robert Herguth joined ChicagoLIVE to talk about troubling new reporting on riders being shoved onto CTA tracks. He breaks down how often these incidents are happening, how serious the injuries can be, and why he says the full scope of the problem may be larger than official records show.
Chicago Sun-Times reporter Robert Herguth joined ChicagoLIVE to talk about troubling new reporting on riders being shoved onto CTA tracks. He breaks down how often these incidents are happening, how serious the injuries can be, and why he says the full scope of the problem may be larger than official records show.
Behind the jet ski stunt show on Chicago’s green river | ChicagoLIVE
After turning heads on the bright green Chicago River, jet ski riders Coy Curtis and Tory Snyder joined ChicagoLIVE to talk about performing in front of huge crowds during the city’s St. Patrick’s Day celebration.
After turning heads on the bright green Chicago River, jet ski riders Coy Curtis and Tory Snyder joined ChicagoLIVE to talk about performing in front of huge crowds during the city’s St. Patrick’s Day celebration.
Chicago firefighter seriously injured while responding to North Side fire
A Chicago firefighter is hospitalized in serious condition after responding to a fire on the city’s North Side, officials said.
A Chicago firefighter is hospitalized in serious condition after responding to a fire on the city’s North Side, officials said.
Oscars 2026: Chicago’s own Amy Madigan takes home Best Supporting Actress | ChicagoNOW
Fox Chicago’s Jake Hamilton joins us to recap the 98th Academy Awards, breaking down the biggest moments you missed, including Chicago native Amy Madigan’s Best Supporting Actress win.
Fox Chicago’s Jake Hamilton joins us to recap the 98th Academy Awards, breaking down the biggest moments you missed, including Chicago native Amy Madigan’s Best Supporting Actress win.
This Chicago teen has spent 10 years building a movement to help the homeless | ChicagoNOW
He started at just 8 years old, and now he is a global inspiration! 18-year-old Chicago native Jahkil Jackson joins us in the studio to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of his nonprofit organization, Project I AM, and the incredible impact of his "Blessing Bags."
He started at just 8 years old, and now he is a global inspiration! 18-year-old Chicago native Jahkil Jackson joins us in the studio to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of his nonprofit organization, Project I AM, and the incredible impact of his "Blessing Bags."
Previewing the Illinois primary election on Tuesday
Tuesday is Election Day in Illinois, and several races are toss ups. FOX Chicago's Paris Schutz breaks it all down.
Tuesday is Election Day in Illinois, and several races are toss ups. FOX Chicago's Paris Schutz breaks it all down.
Oscars 2026 recap: The biggest winners and losers | ChicagoNOW
Hollywood's biggest night did not disappoint! Extra's Mona Kosar Abdi joins "ChicagoNOW" to break down everything that happened at the 2026 Academy Awards.
Hollywood's biggest night did not disappoint! Extra's Mona Kosar Abdi joins "ChicagoNOW" to break down everything that happened at the 2026 Academy Awards.
Suburban woman arrested 2 hours after shooting someone she knew in Chicago, police say
Chicago police say a suburban woman was arrested two hours after shooting someone she knew on the city's West Side.
Chicago police say a suburban woman was arrested two hours after shooting someone she knew on the city's West Side.
Hundreds of flights canceled, delayed at O’Hare airport as winter storm disrupts travel
Airports are working to recover after extreme weather grounded flights nationwide on Monday.
Airports are working to recover after extreme weather grounded flights nationwide on Monday.
What you need to know before voting in tomorrow's primary election
Max Bever of the Chicago Board of Elections shares an update on early voting turnout and explains what voters need to know about polling places, same-day registration and vote-by-mail ahead of Election Day.
Max Bever of the Chicago Board of Elections shares an update on early voting turnout and explains what voters need to know about polling places, same-day registration and vote-by-mail ahead of Election Day.
Missing girl and her mother last seen Friday in Chicago located, police say
Chicago police say a 4-year-old girl and her mother who had been missing since Friday after the child was picked up from daycare have been located.
Chicago police say a 4-year-old girl and her mother who had been missing since Friday after the child was picked up from daycare have been located.
Man shot while driving on Chicago's Northwest Side, police say
Chicago police say a man is in critical condition after being shot while driving Sunday night on the Northwest Side.
Chicago police say a man is in critical condition after being shot while driving Sunday night on the Northwest Side.
Man, 44, shot during argument on Chicago's West Side
A 44-year-old man was shot Sunday night during an argument in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood.
A 44-year-old man was shot Sunday night during an argument in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood.