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.
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
Several people were killed and dozens injured in weekend violence across Chicago, and President Trump weighed in.
Several people were killed and dozens injured in weekend violence across Chicago, and President Trump weighed in.
Chicago weather: Cool start to summer continues, rip current risk remains along Lake Michigan
Summer is on the calendar, but Chicagoland is feeling more like spring. Here's when warmer weather returns.
Summer is on the calendar, but Chicagoland is feeling more like spring. Here's when warmer weather returns.
White Sox Blow It, Bulls Prep for Draft, and USMNT Advances! | Chicago Sports Tonight
On tonight's episode of Chicago Sports Tonight, Fox Chicago's Cassie Carlson is joined by the Scores Matt Spiegel, and Westwood One's Chris Bleck as they break down a stinging Sunday for the White Sox bullpen after getting swept by the Detroit Tigers. Are the Sox still a legitimate wild-card threat, or are the vibes starting to shift? Plus, the Cubs suffer from industry-wide bullpen depth issues. Meanwhile, new Bulls head coach Tiago Splitter makes a stellar first impression—we discuss how he can maximize young talent and who Chicago should target with their two first-round draft picks. Finally, the USMNT clinches a spot in the World Cup round of 32! Is it time to temper expectations, or are we going all the way?
On tonight's episode of Chicago Sports Tonight, Fox Chicago's Cassie Carlson is joined by the Scores Matt Spiegel, and Westwood One's Chris Bleck as they break down a stinging Sunday for the White Sox bullpen after getting swept by the Detroit Tigers. Are the Sox still a legitimate wild-card threat, or are the vibes starting to shift? Plus, the Cubs suffer from industry-wide bullpen depth issues. Meanwhile, new Bulls head coach Tiago Splitter makes a stellar first impression—we discuss how he can maximize young talent and who Chicago should target with their two first-round draft picks. Finally, the USMNT clinches a spot in the World Cup round of 32! Is it time to temper expectations, or are we going all the way?
Trump calls out Chicago after violent weekend
President Trump is calling out gun violence in Chicago writing on Truth Social -- 22 people shot, at least 4 dead.
President Trump is calling out gun violence in Chicago writing on Truth Social -- 22 people shot, at least 4 dead.
Chicago weather: Summer begins on a cool note, storm chances return midweek
Chicago will see cooler-than-normal temperatures and sunshine early this week before rain and thunderstorms return midweek, with warmer summer-like weather expected by next weekend.
Chicago will see cooler-than-normal temperatures and sunshine early this week before rain and thunderstorms return midweek, with warmer summer-like weather expected by next weekend.
Man accused of sexually abusing child in West Chatham: police
Chicago police are searching for a man who allegedly sexually abused a child in the West Chatham neighborhood on Saturday.
Chicago police are searching for a man who allegedly sexually abused a child in the West Chatham neighborhood on Saturday.
Chicago police warn of construction site burglaries on South Side
Chicago Police are warning the public of recent burglaries of buildings under construction in the Park Manor and West Woodlawn neighborhoods.
Chicago Police are warning the public of recent burglaries of buildings under construction in the Park Manor and West Woodlawn neighborhoods.
Feds challenge Chicago suburb's reparations program | ChicagoLIVE
The Justice Department joined a lawsuit against the City of Evanston challenging its reparations program.
The Justice Department joined a lawsuit against the City of Evanston challenging its reparations program.
Chicago crime: Gunmen on motorbike shoot, injure teen boy, police say
A 17-year-old boy was shot and critically injured by gunmen riding a motorbike on Chicago’s Southwest Side early Sunday morning.
A 17-year-old boy was shot and critically injured by gunmen riding a motorbike on Chicago’s Southwest Side early Sunday morning.
Popular Chicago skate park cleaned up to provide space for kids
Chicago skateboarders joined together this weekend to help clean up the popular Logan Square Skate Park.
Chicago skateboarders joined together this weekend to help clean up the popular Logan Square Skate Park.
Chicago weather: Wet, rainy Father's Day Sunday ahead
We hope your Father’s Day plans are set for early in the day, because we’re expecting plenty of rainfall for much of the day.
We hope your Father’s Day plans are set for early in the day, because we’re expecting plenty of rainfall for much of the day.
Chicago crime: 3 teens shot during West Side gathering, police say
Three teenagers were shot and injured during a large gathering on Chicago’s West Side late Saturday night.
Three teenagers were shot and injured during a large gathering on Chicago’s West Side late Saturday night.
Chicago crime: Man beaten by 3 robbers on CTA bus on South Side, police say
A man was beaten as he tried to fend off three robbers on a CTA bus on the South Side late Saturday night.
A man was beaten as he tried to fend off three robbers on a CTA bus on the South Side late Saturday night.
Chicago weather: Father's Day brings showers and below-average highs
Cooler temperatures and periods of rain are expected across the Chicago area Sunday on Father's Day as a weather system moves into the region.
Cooler temperatures and periods of rain are expected across the Chicago area Sunday on Father's Day as a weather system moves into the region.
Two killed in Schaumburg crash
In northwest suburban Schaumburg, Golf Road was closed for some time this afternoon following a crash that killed two people.
In northwest suburban Schaumburg, Golf Road was closed for some time this afternoon following a crash that killed two people.
12 injured in Friday mass shooting in Roseland
A mass shooting overnight in Chicago's Roseland neighborhood. At least a dozen people shot. One of them critically. And tonight Mayor Brandon Johnson is promising a full city response.
A mass shooting overnight in Chicago's Roseland neighborhood. At least a dozen people shot. One of them critically. And tonight Mayor Brandon Johnson is promising a full city response.
Two killed in motorcycle crash in Schaumburg: officials
Two people are dead after a motorcycle crash in Schaumburg on Saturday, according to officials.
Two people are dead after a motorcycle crash in Schaumburg on Saturday, according to officials.
Chicago police warn of burglary spree targeting businesses in Loop, Lake View, Uptown
Chicago Police are warning of a string of burglaries at retail stores and restaurants in the Loop, Lake View, and Uptown.
Chicago Police are warning of a string of burglaries at retail stores and restaurants in the Loop, Lake View, and Uptown.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson speaks at Juneteenth Day of Action rally
Mayor Brandon Johnson spoke out at the Juneteenth Day of Action rally in downtown Chicago on June 20, 2026.
Mayor Brandon Johnson spoke out at the Juneteenth Day of Action rally in downtown Chicago on June 20, 2026.