Chicago raises final toast to Schlitz as the iconic beer is discontinued

Chicago beer fans gathered in Bridgeport to bid farewell to Schlitz after Pabst Brewing Company announced it is discontinuing the iconic beer brand following a 177-year run.

Chicagoans say goodbye to Schlitz beer
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After 177 years, Schlitz -the beer that made Milwaukee famous - is being discontinued by the Pabst Brewing Company.        And the suds sads are being felt here in Chicago where mourners gathered in Bridgeport today for a farewell and beer funeral.

Man found dead inside garbage container in Austin: police

A man was found dead inside a garbage container in the Austin neighborhood on Sunday, according to police.

Suspect charged in LaBough Woods sexual assault case: officials

A man has been charged with sexual assault of a woman at LaBough Woods last week, according to the Forest Preserves of Cook County.

Proposed housing bill sparks debate in Chicago's neighborhoods
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 As state lawmakers work in the final days of session. There's a growing debate in several Chicago neighborhoods about governor JB Pritzker's BUILD plan.  It aims to increase housing inventory --- but it could also limit local control.  Kasey Chronis has the latest from Avondale. 

Chicago weather: Warm temperatures return as rip current risk rises

Chicago-area residents can expect a warm, mostly sunny weekend, though hazardous conditions are forecast along Lake Michigan beaches Saturday due to high waves and the risk of rip currents.

Protest demanding justice in 2025 deadly shooting
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Some in Humboldt Park want a Chicago police officer prosecuted after a fatal shooting one year ago.

Proposed BUILD Plan sparks debate in Chicago neighborhoods
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 As the spring session enters its final days, debate is heating up over the governor's proposed BUILD Plan.  But in Chicago, some neighborhood organizations and officials are questioning the potential impact.  Kasey Chronis is live in Avondale with what we know. 

Man exposes himself to child at Buckingham Fountain in Chicago
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 A mother says a man exposed himself to her 2-year-old son in the middle of Buckingham fountain with plenty of people around.  Tia Ewing has the story.

How J.P. Graziano's turned hard work into a Chicago institution
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You can feel the energy the second you walk in. J.P. Graziano's in the West Loop started with nothing but hustle in 1905. The family turned pennies into an empire. FOX Chicago Photojournalist Stephfon Ward takes us inside to see what Chicago looks like from their side of the counter.

Teen takeover chaos, Bears debate and UFO bombshell | Week in Review
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This week on "Week in Review," we cover a driver plowing into officers during a Memorial Day teen takeover, a guilty verdict in a 2003 Aurora cold case, a homeowner scaring off suspected burglars and an Indiana police chief accused of pawning a gun tied to a criminal case. We also break down the Bears stadium debate, the Obama Center, cheap Indiana gas prices, a Chicago River comeback story and explosive UFO claims involving alleged alien species.

Chicago Fire to the World Cup: Chris Brady's journey to 2026 FIFA World Cup | ChicagoLIVE
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Chicago Fire's star homegrown goalkeeper, Chris Brady, is officially headed to the 2026 FIFA World Cup! Joining FOX Chicago's ChicagoLIVE via Zoom, Chicago Fire Head Coach and Director of Football Gregg Berhalter discusses this massive milestone for Brady and the club.

Will the Moon actually turn blue? Adler Planetarium expert explains! | ChicagoLIVE
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Michelle Nichols, Director of Public Observing at Chicago's Adler Planetarium, joins FOX Chicago's ChicagoLIVE via Zoom to discuss the upcoming Blue Moon. In this segment, Nichols breaks down the science behind the celestial phenomenon, explaining what a Blue Moon actually is (and whether it really turns blue!), how rare the event is, and what skywatchers can expect to see. She also shares expert tips on the best times and locations for Chicago residents to observe the moon, even with city light pollution.

Loyola student murder suspect found with shank in Cook County Jail: officials

The man facing charges in the murder of a Loyola University student was caught with a weapon while in jail, according to the Cook County Sheriff's Office.