Mayor Johnson’s budget plan calls for business tax hikes to close $882M gap
We have an update on Mayor Brandon Johnson's budget proposal to raise taxes on some businesses. It's about plugging an $882 million budget hole.
We have an update on Mayor Brandon Johnson's budget proposal to raise taxes on some businesses. It's about plugging an $882 million budget hole.
Woman wounded in apparent Chicago road rage shooting
A 32-year-old woman was critically wounded in an apparent road rage shooting Thursday morning on Chicago’s Southwest Side.
A 32-year-old woman was critically wounded in an apparent road rage shooting Thursday morning on Chicago’s Southwest Side.
What’s the Midwest’s favorite convenience store?
What’s the Midwest’s favorite convenience store? According to the American Consumer Satisfaction Index, it's a Pennsylvania-based chain with a focus on made-to-order fast food.
What’s the Midwest’s favorite convenience store? According to the American Consumer Satisfaction Index, it's a Pennsylvania-based chain with a focus on made-to-order fast food.
Woman critically wounded in apparent road rage shooting on Chicago's Southwest Side
An apparent road rage incident ended with a woman critically wounded Thursday morning in Brighton Park, city officials said.
An apparent road rage incident ended with a woman critically wounded Thursday morning in Brighton Park, city officials said.
Illinois and Indiana's most mispronounced words revealed
Illinois’ most mispronounced word in 2026 may surprise you.
Illinois’ most mispronounced word in 2026 may surprise you.
Burned alive at 15: A decade without justice for Chicago teen Demetrius Griffin Jr.
Ten years after Demetrius Griffin Jr. was killed and his body was found inside a burning garbage can in Chicago, his family is still waiting for answers.
Ten years after Demetrius Griffin Jr. was killed and his body was found inside a burning garbage can in Chicago, his family is still waiting for answers.
Chicago family still seeks answers after boy burned alive in 2016
Ten years after Demetrius Griffin Jr. was killed and his body was found inside a burning garbage can in Chicago, his family is still waiting for answers.
Ten years after Demetrius Griffin Jr. was killed and his body was found inside a burning garbage can in Chicago, his family is still waiting for answers.
CTA expands Safe Riders program to help protect passengers
A new CTA program is adding another layer of safety on trains.
A new CTA program is adding another layer of safety on trains.
Chicago restaurant worker describes moment he chased alleged thief
Chicago police are warning diners about a theft scheme targeting wallets, purses and phones at downtown restaurants and coffee shops.
Chicago police are warning diners about a theft scheme targeting wallets, purses and phones at downtown restaurants and coffee shops.
New CTA safety specialists begin working on trains
A new CTA program is adding another layer of safety on trains.
A new CTA program is adding another layer of safety on trains.
Video shows Chicago restaurant workers chasing man after reported theft
In a video shared with us by workers at Meli Café, a person wearing a dark jacket is seen walking out of the restaurant before a group of workers chase after him.
In a video shared with us by workers at Meli Café, a person wearing a dark jacket is seen walking out of the restaurant before a group of workers chase after him.
Chicago police warn of restaurant thefts targeting downtown diners
Chicago police are warning diners about a theft scheme targeting wallets, purses and phones at downtown restaurants and coffee shops.
Chicago police are warning diners about a theft scheme targeting wallets, purses and phones at downtown restaurants and coffee shops.
Chicago diners targeted in downtown restaurant thefts
Chicago police are warning diners about a theft scheme targeting wallets, purses and phones at downtown restaurants and coffee shops.
Chicago police are warning diners about a theft scheme targeting wallets, purses and phones at downtown restaurants and coffee shops.
Chicago police awards honor fallen hero, wounded officers and lives saved by bulletproof vests
From officers who survived gunfire to a fallen hero remembered by his wife, Chicago’s Valor Awards celebrated the courage, sacrifice and compassion behind the badge.
From officers who survived gunfire to a fallen hero remembered by his wife, Chicago’s Valor Awards celebrated the courage, sacrifice and compassion behind the badge.
Chicago honors officers who risked their lives to protect others
From officers who survived gunfire to a fallen hero remembered by his wife, Chicago’s Valor Awards celebrated the courage, sacrifice and compassion behind the badge.
From officers who survived gunfire to a fallen hero remembered by his wife, Chicago’s Valor Awards celebrated the courage, sacrifice and compassion behind the badge.
Chicago weather: Sunshine, low 70s continue across region
A warm, sunny stretch continues across Chicagoland.
A warm, sunny stretch continues across Chicagoland.
FULL INTERVIEW: Mayor Brandon Johnson sits down with FOX Chicago
Mayor Brandon Johnson sits down with FOX Chicago’s Brandon Pope to discuss the proposed 2027 budget.
Mayor Brandon Johnson sits down with FOX Chicago’s Brandon Pope to discuss the proposed 2027 budget.
Chicago mayor's 'Fair Share Budget' calls for increased spending, corporate tax
Mayor Brandon Johnson unveiled his proposed $17.6 billion budget Wednesday, outlining new spending, cost reductions and a corporate head tax to help close Chicago's nearly $900 million budget gap.
Mayor Brandon Johnson unveiled his proposed $17.6 billion budget Wednesday, outlining new spending, cost reductions and a corporate head tax to help close Chicago's nearly $900 million budget gap.
Chicago budget battle: Mayor Johnson defends corporate head tax proposal amid alderman opposition
Mayor Brandon Johnson is pushing a new corporate head tax to help fund city services and summer jobs, but opponents warn it could drive businesses out of Chicago as debate over his budget plan heats up.
Mayor Brandon Johnson is pushing a new corporate head tax to help fund city services and summer jobs, but opponents warn it could drive businesses out of Chicago as debate over his budget plan heats up.
Chicago weather: Mild fall days continue before a cool-down next week
Chicago is in for sunny, mild weather with 70s through the weekend before slightly cooler temperatures and a chance of rain early next week.
Chicago is in for sunny, mild weather with 70s through the weekend before slightly cooler temperatures and a chance of rain early next week.