Chicago renters could see new protections under Mayor Johnson's proposed ordinance

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is proposing the Protecting Renters Ordinance (PRO), a package of tenant protections aimed at limiting certain landlord fees, reducing no-fault evictions and strengthening renters' rights.

Bally's answers questions, one year after Midway Blitz | The Chicago Report
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Bally's faced tough questions from City Council today after warning investors that the company is struggling so badly financially. It might not be able to stay in business. And, it's been one year since Operation Midway Blitz. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." 

Viral video sparks fundraiser for 87-year-old Chicago ice pop vendor

An 87-year-old ice pop vendor is getting a helping hand from strangers around the world after a video of him working the streets of Chicago’s Pilsen neighborhood went viral.

Viral video helps 87-year-old Pilsen ice pop vendor get closer to retirement
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An 87-year-old ice pop vendor is getting a helping hand from strangers around the world. A video of him working on the street in Pilsen went viral. Now, hundreds of thousands of people are trying to help him retire with dignity. 

What happens to 35th and Shields if the White Sox leave? Could the Bears move in?
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What happens to the land at 35th and Shields if the Chicago White Sox move to the South Loop? Does that potential move open the door for another professional sports franchise in Chicago? 

Chicago men sentenced for Beverly carjacking captured on video

Two Chicago men will spend years in federal prison after prosecutors say they carjacked a family at gunpoint in Beverly that was caught on video.

Man killed in Little Calumet River crash identified; missing woman's body located, activist says

The Cook County medical examiner has identified the man killed Tuesday when the vehicle he was riding in crashed into the Little Calumet River on Chicago’s South Side. Meanwhile, a community activist said the body of Ralphelle Howard, who was missing after the crash, has been located.

Chicago’s food and beverage industry is fueling jobs, real estate growth
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A new JLL report highlights Chicago’s booming food and beverage sector, with companies expanding office space, driving industrial real estate and benefiting from the city’s transportation, talent and century-old food industry ecosystem.

Hazel Crest woman charged after Chicago infant killed in Labor Day weekend Dan Ryan crash

A Hazel Crest woman faces felony charges after a 6-month-old Chicago boy was killed in an alleged DUI-related crash over the holiday weekend on the Dan Ryan Expressway.

Lincoln-Way East students plan walkout over alleged racist taunts
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Hundreds of Lincoln-Way East students are planning a walkout after alleged racist incidents involving students and coaches at sporting events, prompting calls for stronger action from the district and a legal response from Homewood-Flossmoor

Can Chicago make housing more affordable? Mayor Johnson answers
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What can Chicago do to help homeowners struggling with rising housing costs?  Mayor Brandon Johnson addressed the city's housing challenges during FOX Chicago's town hall.