Chicago Public Schools facing $732M budget deficit
Budget deficits have been a chronic issue for Chicago Public Schools and this year is no different. Terrence Lee has the story.
Budget deficits have been a chronic issue for Chicago Public Schools and this year is no different. Terrence Lee has the story.
Cellphone videos of school fights raise safety concerns at Chicago campus
A violent hallway fight captured on cellphone video at Perspectives Rodney D.
A violent hallway fight captured on cellphone video at Perspectives Rodney D.
Cellphone videos of school fights raise safety concerns at Chicago campus
A violent hallway fight captured on cellphone video at Perspectives Rodney D. Joslin Campus is prompting renewed concerns about bullying and school safety, as a student and her family say repeated threats and attacks were not adequately addressed before the situation escalated.
A violent hallway fight captured on cellphone video at Perspectives Rodney D. Joslin Campus is prompting renewed concerns about bullying and school safety, as a student and her family say repeated threats and attacks were not adequately addressed before the situation escalated.
DNC leaders wrap up Chicago visit
Governor Pritzker promised this morning to write another check for Chicago’s 2028 convention bid. He just would not say how much.
Governor Pritzker promised this morning to write another check for Chicago’s 2028 convention bid. He just would not say how much.
Chicago man charged with attempted murder in February Chatham stabbing: police
A Chicago man has been charged with attempted first-degree murder after seriously injuring a man in February, according to Chicago police.
A Chicago man has been charged with attempted first-degree murder after seriously injuring a man in February, according to Chicago police.
Joliet man charged with murder in April Bronzeville shooting: police
A Joliet man has been charged with murder after a deadly shooting in Bronzeville last month, according to Chicago police.
A Joliet man has been charged with murder after a deadly shooting in Bronzeville last month, according to Chicago police.
Could the hantavirus outbreak become the next pandemic? Northwestern expert weighs in | ChicagoLIVE
Northwestern Medicine infectious disease expert Dr. Michael Angarone stresses the importance of monitoring updates as health officials continue investigating hantavirus.
Northwestern Medicine infectious disease expert Dr. Michael Angarone stresses the importance of monitoring updates as health officials continue investigating hantavirus.
Burr Ridge mayor voices concerns over Illinois affordable housing bill | ChicagoLIVE
Burr Ridge Mayor Gary Grasso and village trustees are raising concerns about a state housing proposal designed to expand affordable housing options.
Burr Ridge Mayor Gary Grasso and village trustees are raising concerns about a state housing proposal designed to expand affordable housing options.
University of Chicago researcher tracks war damage to Iran’s cultural heritage sites | ChicagoLIVE
University of Chicago archaeologist Mehrnoush Soroush is helping lead an effort to document damage to cultural heritage sites in Iran during the ongoing conflict.
University of Chicago archaeologist Mehrnoush Soroush is helping lead an effort to document damage to cultural heritage sites in Iran during the ongoing conflict.
Avi Loeb makes a cameo in new in sci-fi movie | ChicagoLIVE
Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb traded the lecture hall for a movie set this week, appearing alongside actor Brandon Routh in a film centered on extraterrestrial life.
Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb traded the lecture hall for a movie set this week, appearing alongside actor Brandon Routh in a film centered on extraterrestrial life.
Convicted felon sentenced after fleeing Lincoln Park break-in with modified gun: authorities
A Chicago man has been sentenced to six and a half years in federal prison on gun charges after an attempted burglary in Chicago's Lincoln Park.
A Chicago man has been sentenced to six and a half years in federal prison on gun charges after an attempted burglary in Chicago's Lincoln Park.
Lottie’s Pub to kick off 92nd anniversary festivities in Chicago | ChicagoNOW
Lottie’s Pub in Bucktown is celebrating 92 years this week, with anniversary festivities kicking off tomorrow and a weekend of events planned.
Lottie’s Pub in Bucktown is celebrating 92 years this week, with anniversary festivities kicking off tomorrow and a weekend of events planned.
Chantal Kreviazuk previews City Winery show and new album | ChicagoNOW
Grammy and Juno Award-winning singer-songwriter Chantal Kreviazuk joins us in studio ahead of her City Winery Chicago performance.
Grammy and Juno Award-winning singer-songwriter Chantal Kreviazuk joins us in studio ahead of her City Winery Chicago performance.
Grimace and Sparky celebrate Chicago Fire’s future home: McDonald’s Park | ChicagoNOW
McDonald’s and the Chicago Fire are teaming up for a first-of-its-kind partnership as the club prepares to open McDonald’s Park in 2028 at The 78 in the South Loop.
McDonald’s and the Chicago Fire are teaming up for a first-of-its-kind partnership as the club prepares to open McDonald’s Park in 2028 at The 78 in the South Loop.
Chicago mayor to meet Pope Leo XIV during Vatican visit
Another Illinois leader is heading to the Vatican. Mayor Brandon Johnson plans to meet Chicago-native Pope Leo XIV later this month.
Another Illinois leader is heading to the Vatican. Mayor Brandon Johnson plans to meet Chicago-native Pope Leo XIV later this month.
CTA bus driver kidnapped at knifepoint, suspect arrested: police
Chicago police say a CTA bus driver climbed out a window to escape an early morning kidnapping.
Chicago police say a CTA bus driver climbed out a window to escape an early morning kidnapping.
Can the internet save Spirit Airlines? Viral campaign gains traction | ChicagoNOW
A viral TikTok campaign is trying to bring Spirit Airlines back from the day after the airline ceased operations May 2.
A viral TikTok campaign is trying to bring Spirit Airlines back from the day after the airline ceased operations May 2.
FOX Chicago joins Food Depository to help feed kids this summer
Our FOX Chicago team is stepping up to make a difference. As part of FOX 32 Cares, we partnered with the Greater Chicago Food Depository to pack boxes and help provide meals for kids across Chicago. The goal is to raise $15,000, which will provide 45,000 meals for children during summer break.
Our FOX Chicago team is stepping up to make a difference. As part of FOX 32 Cares, we partnered with the Greater Chicago Food Depository to pack boxes and help provide meals for kids across Chicago. The goal is to raise $15,000, which will provide 45,000 meals for children during summer break.
Alex Murdaugh granted new trial after murder convictions overturned | ChicagoNOW
In a unanimous decision, the South Carolina Supreme Court ordered a new trial for Alex Murdaugh.
In a unanimous decision, the South Carolina Supreme Court ordered a new trial for Alex Murdaugh.
DNC scouts wrap up Chicago visit as city vies for 2028 convention | ChicagoNOW
DNC officials are wrapping up their visit to Chicago as the city competes to host a future Democratic National Convention.
DNC officials are wrapping up their visit to Chicago as the city competes to host a future Democratic National Convention.