Proposal would rename Northerly Island after Pope Leo XIV
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A Chicago alderman wants to rename Northerly Island after Pope Leo XIV, the first American-born pope and a Chicago native.

Bally's Chicago launches Dealer School to fill 3,000 new jobs
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Bally's Chicago is officially open for school! Ryan Coppola, Vice President and General Manager of Bally's Chicago, joins the Good Day Chicago team live in-studio to break down the launch of their highly anticipated Dealer School. As part of a massive hiring push aiming to create 3,000 future jobs in the city, this specialized training program is designed to teach new hires how to deal various casino games from scratch—no prior experience required. If you've been looking to bet on a new career path, this might be your perfect deal.

Suburban Chicago man charged in I-80 hit-and-run that killed driver changing tire

A Palatine man has been charged in connection with a fatal hit-and-run crash on Interstate 80 in Lansing that left a 23-year-old man dead while he was changing a flat tire.

Chicago ranks among top cities for bed bugs
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Chicago is seeing an influx of bed bugs. We speak with an expert on how to spot them and how to get rid of them. 

Chicago-area 420 Smoke Shop accused of illegally selling marijuana

A suburban Chicago smoke shop with "420" in its name is facing criminal charges after investigators said the business was illegally selling marijuana and psilocybin mushrooms without the required licenses.

Race for Chicago mayor just got bigger
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A Chicago cardiologist and former nurse has announced she is running to become the city's next mayor.

Chicago crime: Man killed, 13-year-old boy shot in separate incidents; several others hurt overnight

A man was fatally shot early Tuesday, and a 13-year-old boy was wounded in a drive-by hours earlier. Chicago police are investigating several violent incidents from Monday evening into Tuesday morning. Here's what we know.

Family sues suburban Chicago group home after woman's choking death
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The family of a 33-year-old woman with disabilities is demanding answers after filing a wrongful death lawsuit against a suburban Chicago group home and one of its employees, alleging negligence led to her death.

Family sues suburban Chicago group home after woman's choking death

The family of a 33-year-old woman with disabilities is demanding answers after filing a wrongful death lawsuit against a suburban Chicago group home and one of its employees, alleging negligence led to her death.

Least violent July 4th in Chicago in 7 years; search for new CPD Supt. | The Chicago Report
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This Fourth of July weekend in Chicago was the least violent weekend in seven years. And, the search begins for the Chicago Police Department's new superintendent after Larry Snelling recently announced his retirement. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." 

Suburban Chicago family sues after choking death at group home
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A suburban family is suing a nonprofit group home and one of its employees. They claim their 33-year-old daughter died because the staff did not follow her care plan. 

Thornton Reservoir nears capacity after heavy storms
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The Thornton Reservoir, which serves many surrounding south suburbs, is nearing capacity after storms swept through the area this past weekend. FOX Chicago’s Joanie Lum has the latest on its condition.

25 years later, Bradley sisters' disappearance remains one of Chicago's biggest mysteries
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Today marks 25 years since the young Bradley sisters disappeared. It's become one of Chicago's most infamous mysteries and one of the must frustrating. Diamond and Tionda Bradley's family says their disappearance is still very raw. 

Hair company seeks support amid closure concerns | ChicagoLIVE
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Afro Unicorn, a hair care company with products sold throughout the Chicago-area, is seeking support to help avoid closure. Founder and CEO April Showers joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss how viewers can help support the business.

Chicago Jazz Philharmonic students head to music residency in Italy | ChicagoLIVE
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Three Chicago Jazz Philharmonic students are traveling to Italy for a music residency. Founder and Artistic Director Orbert Davis explains what the opportunity means as the students represent Chicago and the U.S. on the international stage.