Gov. Pritzker's budget criticized over pension shortfalls | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois Policy Institute Senior Policy Analyst Lylena Estabine joins FOX Chicago's ChicagoLIVE via Zoom to break down the growing criticisms surrounding Governor J.B. Pritzker’s proposed fiscal year 2027 budget and its impact on the state's pension systems.
Illinois Policy Institute Senior Policy Analyst Lylena Estabine joins FOX Chicago's ChicagoLIVE via Zoom to break down the growing criticisms surrounding Governor J.B. Pritzker’s proposed fiscal year 2027 budget and its impact on the state's pension systems.
Chicago FBI shooting: New details in deadly agent-involved shooting on West Side
The FBI has released new details about a shooting involving an agent on Chicago's West Side that left one person dead.
The FBI has released new details about a shooting involving an agent on Chicago's West Side that left one person dead.
Uptown after-school program supports new arrivals and their families
Twenty years strong, an after-school program in Uptown has been looking out for kids whose families just arrived here. The Chinese Mutual Aid Association got started to help folks start fresh in Chicago and they're still at it. Now they've teamed up with the Greater Chicago Food Depository to keep that support going.
Twenty years strong, an after-school program in Uptown has been looking out for kids whose families just arrived here. The Chinese Mutual Aid Association got started to help folks start fresh in Chicago and they're still at it. Now they've teamed up with the Greater Chicago Food Depository to keep that support going.
Hustle your buns over to Windy City Hot Dog Fest | ChicagoNOW
Festival season is back and Windy City Hot Dog Fest is ready to welcome you back later today for another weekend of good food and good times! Karyn Terrones, Media & Marketing Director for Special Events Management joins to share more about what’s in store for the festival this year.
Festival season is back and Windy City Hot Dog Fest is ready to welcome you back later today for another weekend of good food and good times! Karyn Terrones, Media & Marketing Director for Special Events Management joins to share more about what’s in store for the festival this year.
Malört World Record: Bad decision for a good cause | ChicagoNOW
Malört is attempting to secure a world record – for the largest mass of people taking a shot of Malört at the same time! It’s happening later this summer on August 30th and it’s also doubling as a fundraising event for a good cause. CEO and Head Distiller at CH Distillery Tremaine Atkinson joins to share more.
Malört is attempting to secure a world record – for the largest mass of people taking a shot of Malört at the same time! It’s happening later this summer on August 30th and it’s also doubling as a fundraising event for a good cause. CEO and Head Distiller at CH Distillery Tremaine Atkinson joins to share more.
Crowdfunding affordable Chicago housing | ChicagoNOW
Is the dream of homeownership fading in Chicago? Kinexx Modular Construction is teaming up with 20 professional athletes—including Chicago Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson—to change the landscape of urban real estate. Discover how this unique partnership and their innovative "funding league" are working to transform vacant urban lots into high-quality, attainable modular homes for Chicagoans. We dive into the future of modular construction, the power of community investment, and how this model could solve housing shortages across the country.
Is the dream of homeownership fading in Chicago? Kinexx Modular Construction is teaming up with 20 professional athletes—including Chicago Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson—to change the landscape of urban real estate. Discover how this unique partnership and their innovative "funding league" are working to transform vacant urban lots into high-quality, attainable modular homes for Chicagoans. We dive into the future of modular construction, the power of community investment, and how this model could solve housing shortages across the country.
Why Latino homelessness in Chicago is worse than it looks | ChicagoNOW
Homelessness among Latinos in Chicago is surging, but the data only tells half the story. Dr. Karlia Brown from the University of Illinois Chicago’s Research on Race & Public Policy joins ChicagoNOW to uncover the hidden reality behind the numbers including the massive rise in "doubled-up" homelessness.
Homelessness among Latinos in Chicago is surging, but the data only tells half the story. Dr. Karlia Brown from the University of Illinois Chicago’s Research on Race & Public Policy joins ChicagoNOW to uncover the hidden reality behind the numbers including the massive rise in "doubled-up" homelessness.
Most Illinois parents fall short on sunscreen for kids | ChicagoNOW
As families head into summer, a new statewide survey from Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is raising concerns about how consistently parents are protecting kids from harmful sun exposure. The report found that fewer than half of Illinois parents always apply sunscreen to their children before outdoor activities, and many don’t reapply it as recommended. Dr. Anthony Mancini, Chief of Pediatric Dermatology at Lurie Children’s joins ChicagoNOW to share more.
As families head into summer, a new statewide survey from Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is raising concerns about how consistently parents are protecting kids from harmful sun exposure. The report found that fewer than half of Illinois parents always apply sunscreen to their children before outdoor activities, and many don’t reapply it as recommended. Dr. Anthony Mancini, Chief of Pediatric Dermatology at Lurie Children’s joins ChicagoNOW to share more.
From Chinatown to the casino floor: Addressing problem gambling
One might not predict that the closure of a Chinatown gathering place would send patrons to the bright lights and loud machines of a local casino.
One might not predict that the closure of a Chinatown gathering place would send patrons to the bright lights and loud machines of a local casino.
From Chinatown to the casino floor: Addressing problem gambling
One might not predict that the closure of a Chinatown gathering place would send patrons to the bright lights and loud machines of a local casino.
One might not predict that the closure of a Chinatown gathering place would send patrons to the bright lights and loud machines of a local casino.
Why Flo & Santos thinks Dave Portnoy's 7.1 should be an 8 | Second Bite Pizza Review
Barstool Sports' Dave Portnoy visited the South Loop to review Flo & Santos, giving their traditional cheese pizza a 7.1 score. The general manager responds to the review, gently noting that "El Pres" might not be fully accustomed to classic Chicago tavern-style thin crust. From their unique Polish-Italian fusion menu to their signature square cuts, here is the "Inside Scoop" on why the restaurant feels their pizza earned a spot closer to an 8.0.
Barstool Sports' Dave Portnoy visited the South Loop to review Flo & Santos, giving their traditional cheese pizza a 7.1 score. The general manager responds to the review, gently noting that "El Pres" might not be fully accustomed to classic Chicago tavern-style thin crust. From their unique Polish-Italian fusion menu to their signature square cuts, here is the "Inside Scoop" on why the restaurant feels their pizza earned a spot closer to an 8.0.
Chicago mayor sees Pope Leo XIV as key ally on social justice, migration after Vatican meeting
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson cast Pope Leo XIV as a powerful global ally on social justice, migration and reparations after meeting the Chicago-born pontiff at the Vatican, saying their shared roots and priorities could help amplify efforts to protect vulnerable communities.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson cast Pope Leo XIV as a powerful global ally on social justice, migration and reparations after meeting the Chicago-born pontiff at the Vatican, saying their shared roots and priorities could help amplify efforts to protect vulnerable communities.
Greater Chicago Food Depository partnership aims to feed kids this summer
A local pantry partner and a participating family discuss how a new Fox 32 Cares initiative with the Greater Chicago Food Depository is helping meet rising food needs for kids and families during the summer months.
A local pantry partner and a participating family discuss how a new Fox 32 Cares initiative with the Greater Chicago Food Depository is helping meet rising food needs for kids and families during the summer months.
Ohio, Ontario feeder ramps fully reopen after 17 months of construction
Chicago commuters are finally getting a break after more than a year of lane restrictions on two of the city’s busiest downtown feeder ramps.
Chicago commuters are finally getting a break after more than a year of lane restrictions on two of the city’s busiest downtown feeder ramps.
Downtown Chicago drivers get relief as Ohio and Ontario ramps reopen
All lanes have reopened on the Ohio and Ontario Street feeder ramps connecting downtown Chicago to the Kennedy Expressway after 17 months of construction.
All lanes have reopened on the Ohio and Ontario Street feeder ramps connecting downtown Chicago to the Kennedy Expressway after 17 months of construction.
Father Pfleger weighs in on teen takeovers, violence and Chicago’s summer safety concerns
Father Michael Pfleger discusses what’s driving Chicago’s recent teen takeover gatherings, whether curfews and parent fines could help, and how the city should respond to rising violence involving young people.
Father Michael Pfleger discusses what’s driving Chicago’s recent teen takeover gatherings, whether curfews and parent fines could help, and how the city should respond to rising violence involving young people.
Teen charged in back-to-back attacks on CTA rider, 12-year-old girl downtown
A 15-year-old boy has been charged in connection with two violent attacks that happened within about 30 minutes of each other in downtown Chicago last month.
A 15-year-old boy has been charged in connection with two violent attacks that happened within about 30 minutes of each other in downtown Chicago last month.
CTA crime: Man stabbed on Red Line train
A CTA rider was stabbed during a fight with another man on a Red Line train Thursday night on Chicago's North Side.
A CTA rider was stabbed during a fight with another man on a Red Line train Thursday night on Chicago's North Side.
Johnson invites Pope Leo to Chicago, gifts him local gear and more | See the full list
From White Sox apparel to local honey, Mayor Brandon Johnson delivered a distinctly Chicago collection of gifts to Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican on Thursday.
From White Sox apparel to local honey, Mayor Brandon Johnson delivered a distinctly Chicago collection of gifts to Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican on Thursday.
Chicago weather: Warm sunshine continues as beach hazards develop
Sunny, warm weather will continue across the Chicago area into next week, though beach hazards and rip currents are expected along Lake Michigan on Saturday.
Sunny, warm weather will continue across the Chicago area into next week, though beach hazards and rip currents are expected along Lake Michigan on Saturday.