Cook County

A woman found shot to death inside a West Side home Tuesday evening has been identified as Barbara Deer, the widow of late Cook County Commissioner Dennis Deer, a source tells Fox Chicago.

A bold concept on Chicago’s South Side aims to transform a long-vacant lot into a science destination — with teenagers at the center of it.

A City Council committee has advanced a plan to increase cab fares, citing higher operating costs and pressure from Uber and Lyft. The measure now heads to a full council vote. 

Rainbow PUSH Coalition has named Yusef Jackson as president and CEO following the death of founder Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.    

New data shows rents in Chicago have climbed nearly 10% over the past three years, the largest increase among major U.S. cities.  

Authorities released the husband of a missing Michigan woman, saying there was no evidence to hold him. The investigation into her disappearance remains ongoing. 

A new drug developed at Northwestern University doubled one-year survival in a pancreatic cancer clinical trial.

Severe storms could bring strong tornadoes and large hail to the Chicago area today.

New film campaigns are popping up across the city, including a “Devil Wears Prada” teaser, a “Hunger Games” installation and a mobile promo for the Michael Jackson biopic. 

The Silver Room Sound System Block Party is returning after a two-year break, this time at the Salt Shed. Organizers say the event will bring music, community and culture back to Chicago with a new space and growing audience. 

New federal data shows hiring has dropped to its lowest level since the early pandemic, as job seekers face pressure from layoffs and the rise of AI in entry-level roles.  

Alix Earle replied to Alex Cooper’s video with a brief comment, adding to a growing public back-and-forth between the two influencers.