Severe weather moves through Chicagoland, some holiday events canceled
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Scattered thunderstorms are expected this afternoon and overnight in the Chicago area. Some could be strong-to-severe storms capable of producing damaging winds and heavy rain.

Man charged in downtown Chicago hit-and-run

A man has been charged in connection with a hit-and-run Monday in downtown Chicago.

Chicago overnight crime: 2 wounded, 1 dead across South Side

Two men were wounded in separate shootings and another man was found dead with head injuries in unrelated incidents overnight across Chicago.

Ald. Raymond Lopez on creating safe spaces for Chicago's youth
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Ald. Raymond Lopez (15th) joins Good Day Chicago to discuss solutions to teen takeovers and how to create safe spaces for Chicago's youth.

Grammy-winning singer Anthony Hamilton to headline Matteson's Independence Day celebration
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Matteson is celebrating Independence Day with a performance by Grammy-winning singer Anthony Hamilton. The mayor of Matteson joins Good Day Chicago to share more about the festivities.

Viral Chicago rat attack story leads to eye-saving diagnosis

A Chicago man whose story of waking up to what he believed was a rat chewing on his face captured the attention of millions is now receiving treatment after doctors watching FOX Chicago’s report stepped in to help.

Viral Chicago rat attack story leads to eye-saving diagnosis
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A Rogers Park man's viral story about waking up to what he believed was a rat chewing on his face led doctors to identify and treat a serious eye infection that could have caused permanent vision loss.

Chicago's Fed Money Museum celebrates 25 years with a milestone makeover
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The Chicago Fed Money Museum is celebrating its 25th anniversary with new exhibits. Museum Team Lead Jennifer Bridge joins Good Day Chicago to share what visitors can expect.

How Chicago communities are working to prevent Fourth of July weekend violence
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Although last year's Fourth of July weekend saw less violence than in recent years, community leaders are still preparing for any potential crime. FOX Chicago's Brittany Toolis looks at the efforts helping neighborhoods stay safe over the holiday.

CTA passengers escorted to safety after tree on tracks derails train

CTA Yellow Line passengers in Evanston were forced to evacuate a train late Thursday after a storm knocked a tree onto the tracks, causing the train to derail.

CTA passengers escorted to safety after tree lands on tracks
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A tree crashed onto the Yellow Line tracks on Thursday night and dozens of CTA passengers had to be helped off the elevated train.

Homicides in Chicago up slightly so far in 2026, data shows

Homicides in Chicago have increased slightly during the first six months of 2026, according to preliminary data.

Chicago weather: Fourth of July weekend forecast

After days of dangerous heat, Chicago is transitioning to a stormy and humid Fourth of July weekend with periodic chances for severe weather.

Chicago tenant without air conditioning during dangerous heat wave

Juel Stanley has been without air conditioning in her 10th floor apartment on South Michigan Avenue since before the recent heat wave began.

Chicago tenant without air conditioning during dangerous heat wave
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The heat in Chicago is causing a lot of discomfort at a prominent high rise. Some apartments have been without air conditioning. FOX Chicago's Joanie Lum reports. 

Search for next CPD Superintendent, will State Rep. Benton resign? | The Chicago Report
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Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling has announced his retirement and the search begins for his replacement. And, State Rep. Harry Benton is being called to resign after an investigation into alleged misconduct. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."