One of the world’s largest cities is sinking – what we know | ChicagoNOW
This city is sinking by as much as 9 to 10 inches per year. Some areas have even dropped more than 100 feet.
This city is sinking by as much as 9 to 10 inches per year. Some areas have even dropped more than 100 feet.
How MetroSquash is changing lives with help from Greater Chicago Food Depository
MetroSquash is doing more than teaching a sport. It is helping change lives. The Woodlawn-based program helps Chicago students succeed both on and off the court, combining squash training with academic support that continues through college. With support from the Greater Chicago Food Depository, students also receive meals that help fuel their success. This visit is part of FOX 32 Cares’ effort to raise $15,000, enough to provide 45,000 meals for kids this summer.
MetroSquash is doing more than teaching a sport. It is helping change lives. The Woodlawn-based program helps Chicago students succeed both on and off the court, combining squash training with academic support that continues through college. With support from the Greater Chicago Food Depository, students also receive meals that help fuel their success. This visit is part of FOX 32 Cares’ effort to raise $15,000, enough to provide 45,000 meals for kids this summer.
Chicago airbag thefts: Dozens of vehicles targeted in crime spree
Chicago police are warning residents after thieves broke into dozens of cars and stole airbags last month.
Chicago police are warning residents after thieves broke into dozens of cars and stole airbags last month.
Mexico Week brings citywide celebrations beyond Cinco de Mayo
Mexican officials highlight how Mexico Week events across Chicago aim to celebrate culture, build community connections, and showcase traditions beyond the holiday.
Mexican officials highlight how Mexico Week events across Chicago aim to celebrate culture, build community connections, and showcase traditions beyond the holiday.
Tickets now available for Obama Presidential Center as volunteer push begins
The Obama Foundation shares details on museum experiences, opening plans, and a new ambassador program inviting the public to get involved ahead of the center’s debut.
The Obama Foundation shares details on museum experiences, opening plans, and a new ambassador program inviting the public to get involved ahead of the center’s debut.
Obama Presidential Center museum tickets go on sale today
Tickets for the Obama Presidential Center museum go on sale today. Here’s what to know before it opens.
Tickets for the Obama Presidential Center museum go on sale today. Here’s what to know before it opens.
Chicago man busted for stealing from railcars on South Side: officials
A man is facing felony charges after officials said he was caught stealing merchandise from railcars last week near the Chicago Skyway.
A man is facing felony charges after officials said he was caught stealing merchandise from railcars last week near the Chicago Skyway.
Chicago man who died after falling into Lake Michigan identified
Chicago police say a man died after falling into Lake Michigan Tuesday night on the city's South Side.
Chicago police say a man died after falling into Lake Michigan Tuesday night on the city's South Side.
Man stabbed in neck during argument on Chicago's West Side, police say
Chicago police say a dispute inside a home turned violent overnight, leaving one man hospitalized with a stab wound to the neck.
Chicago police say a dispute inside a home turned violent overnight, leaving one man hospitalized with a stab wound to the neck.
Chicago police: Man killed in South Side drive-by shooting
A man is dead after a drive-by shooting on Chicago’s South Side Tuesday night.
A man is dead after a drive-by shooting on Chicago’s South Side Tuesday night.
Chicago weather: Cool today, gradual warmup through Saturday
Cooler than normal today in Chicagoland, but a warmup is coming.
Cooler than normal today in Chicagoland, but a warmup is coming.
Woman attacked by accused killer of CPD officer speaks out
A 55-year-old woman is speaking out after a violent robbery that police say is tied to the killing a Chicago police officer just hours later.
A 55-year-old woman is speaking out after a violent robbery that police say is tied to the killing a Chicago police officer just hours later.
Federal watchdog to review ‘effectiveness’ of National Guard deployment to Chicago
The Dept. of War's watchdog agency will review the "effectiveness" of the deployment of National Guard troops to Chicago and other cities.
The Dept. of War's watchdog agency will review the "effectiveness" of the deployment of National Guard troops to Chicago and other cities.
Chicago sees uptick in shootings, homicides in first months of 2026
After violent crime significantly fell to its lowest levels in a decade in Chicago, the first third of 2026 is showing more shootings and homicides.
After violent crime significantly fell to its lowest levels in a decade in Chicago, the first third of 2026 is showing more shootings and homicides.
Chicago mom beaten during armed robbery linked to shooting of CPD officers speaks out
A 55-year-old woman is speaking out after a violent robbery that police say is tied to the killing of a Chicago police officer just hours later.
A 55-year-old woman is speaking out after a violent robbery that police say is tied to the killing of a Chicago police officer just hours later.
The real cost of canceling Chicago's biggest Cinco de Mayo parade
Every year, 26th Street in Little Village becomes one of Chicago’s loudest intersections on May 5. This year, it isn’t.
Every year, 26th Street in Little Village becomes one of Chicago’s loudest intersections on May 5. This year, it isn’t.
Caught on camera: Chicago street performer robbed mid-song
During a recent performance, a high school student stole his tip box with about $100, though a bystander later returned it and the school reimbursed him after the teen was identified.
During a recent performance, a high school student stole his tip box with about $100, though a bystander later returned it and the school reimbursed him after the teen was identified.
Caught on camera: Chicago street performer robbed mid-song
During a recent performance, a high school student stole his tip box with about $100, though a bystander later returned it and the school reimbursed him after the teen was identified.
During a recent performance, a high school student stole his tip box with about $100, though a bystander later returned it and the school reimbursed him after the teen was identified.
3 hospitalized after daylight shooting on Chicago's SW Side, officials say
Three people are hospitalized after a shooting in broad daylight on Chicago's Southwest Side, authorities said.
Three people are hospitalized after a shooting in broad daylight on Chicago's Southwest Side, authorities said.
Cinco de Mayo celebrations continue across Chicago — but Little Village parade canceled again
Cinco de Mayo celebrations are happening across Chicago, but Little Village’s longtime parade is canceled for a second year. Cermak Road Chamber of Commerce President Hector Escobar explains the history behind the holiday, the concerns driving the decision, and the impact on local businesses. Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas also joins festivities downtown, highlighting the city’s continued celebration.
Cinco de Mayo celebrations are happening across Chicago, but Little Village’s longtime parade is canceled for a second year. Cermak Road Chamber of Commerce President Hector Escobar explains the history behind the holiday, the concerns driving the decision, and the impact on local businesses. Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas also joins festivities downtown, highlighting the city’s continued celebration.