Chicago community steps up to help 70-year-old woman leave troubled South Side building

After weeks of living with a broken elevator and other unsafe conditions, a 70-year-old Chicago woman is finally moving into a new subsidized apartment after FOX Chicago’s report prompted city action.

70-year-old Chicago woman gets fresh start after FOX 32 report: 'I'm on top of the world'
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After weeks of living with a broken elevator and other unsafe conditions, a 70-year-old Chicago woman is finally moving into a new subsidized apartment after FOX Chicago’s report prompted city action.

Pilsen family remembers social media influencer after suicide
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A Chicago family is remembering a woman who touched thousands of people both in her community and online. **If you or a loved one is feeling distressed, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Line for free and confidential emotional support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Two Hyde Park coffee shops broken into overnight: "It's sad"
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Chicago police are investigating the overnight break-ins of at least two Hyde Park businesses — both of them coffee shops on 53rd Street and Hyde Park Boulevard. 

New details revealed about deaths of 3 beluga whales at Shedd Aquarium
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Preliminary necropsy findings found significant chronic gastrointestinal disease in rescued belugas Peekachu and Rain, while longtime Shedd resident Beethoven showed age-related health changes.

Chicago parking meter deal hits major roadblock as deadline nears
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A $2 billion parking meter deal faces growing opposition in City Council as aldermen push for changes and a Sept. 30 deadline approaches.

Beluga whale deaths, 'horrifying' school conditions and Illinois' heaviest pumpkin | Week in Review
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From residents pushing back against 75th Street crowds and Chicago school conditions to a fourth beluga death at Shedd Aquarium and the Cubs and White Sox clinching playoff spots, here's a look at this week's top stories.

Ford Heights officials charged in alleged scheme to spend village money on casino trips

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul announced felony charges Friday against 11 current and former elected officials and employees of the village of Ford Heights, alleging they illegally used municipal funds for personal vacations and casino trips.

New details revealed about deaths of 3 beluga whales at Shedd Aquarium

Preliminary findings from post-mortem examinations of two rescued beluga whales and a longtime Shedd Aquarium resident are shedding new light on the animals' health, though veterinarians say the results do not point to a single cause of death.

Chicago parking meter deal vote postponed

The Chicago City Council was set to discuss and vote Friday on a deal that would hand control of the city's parking meters to a new owner. However, the city council adjourned without taking any action. The deadline for a decision is next week.

Chicago fire leaves man dead, 2 women injured

A fire at a home in Chicago on Friday left a man dead and two women injured.

Chicago shooting: 2 people killed in home; person in custody

A shooting inside a Chicago home left two people dead after a witness heard gunshots and called 911, police said.

Chicago parking meter vote Friday: What to know
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Chicago's Finance Committee approved the proposed sale of the city's parking meter concession to Stonepeak, sending the deal to the full City Council for a vote. The revised agreement includes a $75 million pension contribution, a 5% share of future profits and 2% of proceeds from any future sale of the concession.

Chicago weather: Sprinkles possible Friday; beautiful weekend ahead

A cloudy start to the day gives way to a really nice weekend in Chicagoland. Rain chances creep back in early next week.

Glenwood cremation business searched in South Chicago funeral home investigation

A cremation business in Glenwood is now part of a broader investigation connected to the South Chicago funeral home where authorities discovered 56 bodies last month.