Race to Mackinac sets sail this weekend
Hundreds of sailors will compete for the top prize.
Hundreds of sailors will compete for the top prize.
Week in Review: Pension payment debate, Chicago's rat solution & Morgan Freeman's blues show
On this episode of "Week in Review," we're catching you up on some top stories you may have missed. An accused cop killer heads to trial, stirring up community emotions, while taxpayers might be footing the bill for pension payments. The Cubs impress at the All-Star Game, and Chicago gets creative with birth control for rats. Plus, Morgan Freeman sits down with Jake to talk about his upcoming blues show, and a beloved comic strip leaps off the page.
On this episode of "Week in Review," we're catching you up on some top stories you may have missed. An accused cop killer heads to trial, stirring up community emotions, while taxpayers might be footing the bill for pension payments. The Cubs impress at the All-Star Game, and Chicago gets creative with birth control for rats. Plus, Morgan Freeman sits down with Jake to talk about his upcoming blues show, and a beloved comic strip leaps off the page.
Wearing the Badge: SAFE-T Act under fire as police claim it benefits criminals, hurts officers
In this first episode of a three-part series on Illinois' controversial SAFE-T Act, former Chicago Police Commissioner Garry McCarthy sits down with suburban police chiefs Marc Maton (Lemont, IL) and Tom Herion (Village of Lyons) to dig into what law enforcement veterans really think about the law.
In this first episode of a three-part series on Illinois' controversial SAFE-T Act, former Chicago Police Commissioner Garry McCarthy sits down with suburban police chiefs Marc Maton (Lemont, IL) and Tom Herion (Village of Lyons) to dig into what law enforcement veterans really think about the law.
Chicago man identified in fatal I-94 crash near Northbrook
A Chicago man killed in a crash this week on I-94 has been identified.
A Chicago man killed in a crash this week on I-94 has been identified.
Paris on Politics: Chicago eyes video gambling; chronic venous insufficiency explained
Coming up on "Paris on Politics:" Chicago's top investigator, Inspector General Deborah Witzburg, is stepping down after another term, and we ask her why she's hanging it up. Is it time for Chicago to legalize video gaming in restaurants and bars across the city? One alderman says yes. We'll also explore chronic venous insufficiency, the common vein disorder that the White House says President Trump suffers from. Additionally, a new book delves into the stunning papal conclave that resulted in Chicago's Pope, tracing the journey from the South Side to power in the Vatican.
Coming up on "Paris on Politics:" Chicago's top investigator, Inspector General Deborah Witzburg, is stepping down after another term, and we ask her why she's hanging it up. Is it time for Chicago to legalize video gaming in restaurants and bars across the city? One alderman says yes. We'll also explore chronic venous insufficiency, the common vein disorder that the White House says President Trump suffers from. Additionally, a new book delves into the stunning papal conclave that resulted in Chicago's Pope, tracing the journey from the South Side to power in the Vatican.
Chicago family wins $2.5M after botched police raid on wrong home
The Mendez family speaks out after securing a $2.5 million settlement from Chicago over a 2017 no-knock raid that terrorized their children and targeted the wrong apartment.
The Mendez family speaks out after securing a $2.5 million settlement from Chicago over a 2017 no-knock raid that terrorized their children and targeted the wrong apartment.
Chicago man pleads guilty to $5 million utility fraud scheme
From 2017 to 2024, a Chicago man defrauded utility companies out of millions. Here's how the scheme worked.
From 2017 to 2024, a Chicago man defrauded utility companies out of millions. Here's how the scheme worked.
Chicago public media brace for major cuts after spending bill
Chicago's public media stations are preparing for major cuts after Congress voted to approve eliminating federal funding for public broadcasting.
Chicago's public media stations are preparing for major cuts after Congress voted to approve eliminating federal funding for public broadcasting.
Indulge your palate at Roscoe Village Burger Fest
Roscoe Village Burger Fest is back for its 18th year, bringing three days of food, live music and family entertainment to Belmont Avenue between Damen and Oakley avenues.
Roscoe Village Burger Fest is back for its 18th year, bringing three days of food, live music and family entertainment to Belmont Avenue between Damen and Oakley avenues.
Things to do in Chicago this weekend (July 18-20)
Looking for fun things to do this weekend? From Blackpink lighting up Soldier Field to the Tacos and Tamales Festival in Pilsen, Chicago has something for everyone!
Looking for fun things to do this weekend? From Blackpink lighting up Soldier Field to the Tacos and Tamales Festival in Pilsen, Chicago has something for everyone!
Jack in the Box's first Chicago-area location in decades opens
After 40 years, Jack in the Box is back in Chicagoland. Here's where the first new location just opened🍔🌮
After 40 years, Jack in the Box is back in Chicagoland. Here's where the first new location just opened🍔🌮
South Shore shooting leaves 45-year-old wounded
A 45-year-old man was shot Friday morning while walking on Chicago’s South Side, police said.
A 45-year-old man was shot Friday morning while walking on Chicago’s South Side, police said.
O-Town is back, bringing the heat to Arcada Theatre on the Pop 2000 Tour | ChicagoNOW
Get ready to relive your pop-star dreams because O-Town is back and hitting the stage right here in the suburbs. They're headlining the Pop 2000 Tour at the Arcada Theatre in St. Charles, bringing all the early 2000s energy fans remember, plus a few surprises. Band members discuss their plans for the show and what fans can expect.
Get ready to relive your pop-star dreams because O-Town is back and hitting the stage right here in the suburbs. They're headlining the Pop 2000 Tour at the Arcada Theatre in St. Charles, bringing all the early 2000s energy fans remember, plus a few surprises. Band members discuss their plans for the show and what fans can expect.
3 weekend events you can't miss: Ren faire, boy bands, and a Disney classic | ChicagoNOW
We've got your weekend plans covered-and they're hitting all the right notes, whether you're feeling nostalgic, theatrical or totally medieval. Kenzie and Roman break it all down.
We've got your weekend plans covered-and they're hitting all the right notes, whether you're feeling nostalgic, theatrical or totally medieval. Kenzie and Roman break it all down.
Pilsen?s Tacos y Tamales Festival spices up a new location this weekend
The beloved Chicago street fest returns with flavorful Latin eats, live music and dance in a fresh Pilsen spot.
The beloved Chicago street fest returns with flavorful Latin eats, live music and dance in a fresh Pilsen spot.
Can you guess the Fox 32 Chicago talent from their baby photo? | ChicagoNOW
They're the familiar faces bringing you the news. But what if all you had to go by was a baby photo? Think you could still recognize them? Take a look at some adorable baby pictures and try to match them with FOX Chicago's reporters and anchors.
They're the familiar faces bringing you the news. But what if all you had to go by was a baby photo? Think you could still recognize them? Take a look at some adorable baby pictures and try to match them with FOX Chicago's reporters and anchors.
FDA triggers recall of over 67,000 power stick deodorants | ChicagoNOW
More than 67,000 cases of deodorant sold at Walmart, Dollar Tree and on Amazon have been recalled. The recall includes multiple varieties of Power Stick roll-on deodorant-like "Power Fresh," "Spring Fresh," and "Original Nourishing." The FDA says the issue stems from deviations in current good manufacturing practices.
More than 67,000 cases of deodorant sold at Walmart, Dollar Tree and on Amazon have been recalled. The recall includes multiple varieties of Power Stick roll-on deodorant-like "Power Fresh," "Spring Fresh," and "Original Nourishing." The FDA says the issue stems from deviations in current good manufacturing practices.
Ravenswood On Tap brings craft brews and community spirit to the North Side
The weekend festival celebrates local breweries, live music and family fun while supporting neighborhood businesses.
The weekend festival celebrates local breweries, live music and family fun while supporting neighborhood businesses.
Indulge your palate at Roscoe Village Burger Fest
The Roscoe Village Burger Fest kicks off today with plenty of music, arts, crafts and, of course, food.
The Roscoe Village Burger Fest kicks off today with plenty of music, arts, crafts and, of course, food.
Soak up summer in Chicago at these festivals this weekend
Chicago is jam-packed with fun things to do this weekend.
Chicago is jam-packed with fun things to do this weekend.