Why Chicago’s teen takeover problem remains unresolved

Proposed solutions have stalled, including a downtown curfew measure and a plan to hold parents financially accountable.

Why Chicago’s teen takeover problem remains unresolved
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Proposed solutions have stalled, including a downtown curfew measure and a plan to hold parents financially accountable.

Chicago leaders push for new Department of Gun Violence Prevention
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Chicago Deputy Mayor for Community Safety Emmanuel Andre joins elected officials, faith leaders and community organizations to announce support for creating a dedicated Department of Gun Violence Prevention in Chicago. The proposal aims to strengthen the city's approach to reducing gun violence and improving public safety.

After deadly weekend, Chicago advocates push gun violence reduction department
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After six people got shot and killed and more than 30 people were injured over the weekend from gun violence, some across Chicago are urging City Council to create a permanent Department of Gun Violence Reduction.

Chicago auto shop shooting leaves 1 dead, 2 others injured: source
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A person was killed and two others were wounded in a shooting at an auto shop Monday afternoon in Little Village, a source told Fox Chicago.

2026 Fourth of July firework shows across Chicago area

The Fourth of July is fast approaching and Chicagoland is gearing up to celebrate with fireworks.

Chicago kitten killer: Wicker Park man sentenced to 4½ years for torturing, killing kittens

A Wicker Park man who tortured and killed at least four kittens three years ago has been sentenced to 4½ years in prison, according to the Cook County State's Attorney's Office.

Bell Works Chicagoland celebrates milestone for world's second "metroburb" | ChicagoLIVE
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The Ameritech Center in Hoffman Estates, originally built as AT&T's research facility, is being transformed into Bell Works Chicagoland. Inspired by Somerset Development President and CEO Ralph Zucker shares more about the vision and progress of the project.

Chicago police warn of sexual assaults in South Shore

Chicago police are warning residents in the South Shore neighborhood after two recent sexual assaults involving women who were attacked while alone.

From the Great Fire to the skyscraper: Chicago's lasting impact on cities

As America Celebrates its 250th birthday, no city has had an impact on worldwide architecture and the nation's architecture like Chicago.

'Opal's Walk for Freedom' comes to Evanston as Illinois' host city
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Evanston's annual Juneteenth celebration is moving to the lakefront. Dione Sims, granddaughter of Opal Lee and grand marshal of the 2.5-mile walk, joins Good Day Chicago to discuss what this event means to her family.

How Chicago helped shape the modern American skyline
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As America Celebrates its 250th birthday, no city has had an impact on worldwide architecture and the nation's architecture like Chicago.

What's the future of Chicago's Ford City Mall site?
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Ford City Mall on Chicago's Southwest Side is officially shuttered, so what's the future of the site hold?

Years after Chicago bride's murder, new details revealed about fugitive husband in court

New details have been released after a Chicago man accused of fatally stabbing his wife just hours after their wedding celebration has been returned to U.S. custody,

Chicago leaders call for new gun violence reduction department after deadly weekend

After a weekend that left at least six people dead and 33 others injured in shootings across Chicago, faith leaders, community activists and city officials are renewing calls for a permanent city department dedicated to reducing gun violence.

Violent weekend in Chicago prompts push for permanent fix
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Several people were killed and dozens injured in weekend violence across Chicago, and President Trump weighed in.