Illinois SNAP errors could cost taxpayers hundreds of millions
Illinois has one of the highest SNAP payment error rates in the country, with nearly $660 million in erroneous payments reported for fiscal year 2025.
Illinois has one of the highest SNAP payment error rates in the country, with nearly $660 million in erroneous payments reported for fiscal year 2025.
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.
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.
Video shows armed Chicago carjacking from 2023; both men convicted, sentenced
Two Chicago men will spend more than 14 years in federal prison after prosecutors say they carjacked a family at gunpoint in Beverly in Nov. 2023.
Two Chicago men will spend more than 14 years in federal prison after prosecutors say they carjacked a family at gunpoint in Beverly in Nov. 2023.
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.
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 weather: Storms possible before sunshine returns
Rain and a few storms are possible today, with warmer weather arriving this weekend.
Rain and a few storms are possible today, with warmer weather arriving this weekend.
Chicago’s food and beverage industry is fueling jobs, real estate growth
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.
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.
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
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
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
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.
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.
Chicago apartment fire displaces more than a dozen in West Town
More than a dozen people were displaced after a fire damaged two West Town apartment buildings early Wednesday.
More than a dozen people were displaced after a fire damaged two West Town apartment buildings early Wednesday.
Chicago man reacts after losing nearly everything in apartment fire
More than a dozen people were displaced after a fire damaged two West Town apartment buildings early Wednesday.
More than a dozen people were displaced after a fire damaged two West Town apartment buildings early Wednesday.
Frankfort girl, 6, identified after being struck and killed by school bus
The Cook County medical examiner has identified the 6-year-old girl killed Tuesday when she was hit by a school bus in Frankfort.
The Cook County medical examiner has identified the 6-year-old girl killed Tuesday when she was hit by a school bus in Frankfort.
Chicago photographer accused of traveling to meet minor for sex
Prosecutors say a Chicago photographer met a minor through his work before allegedly engaging in sexual intercourse at a McHenry County park.
Prosecutors say a Chicago photographer met a minor through his work before allegedly engaging in sexual intercourse at a McHenry County park.
Chicago weather: Humid morning rain could slow commute
Clouds and showers keep temperatures below 80 degrees today. Warmer weather arrives this weekend.
Clouds and showers keep temperatures below 80 degrees today. Warmer weather arrives this weekend.
Mexican Independence Day festivities planned in Little Village despite ICE fears
One of the biggest parades in the Midwest is taking place this weekend in Chicago despite fears and hesitation. The Little Village Mexican Independence Day Parade is happening Sunday.
One of the biggest parades in the Midwest is taking place this weekend in Chicago despite fears and hesitation. The Little Village Mexican Independence Day Parade is happening Sunday.
Inside the FOX Chicago forum with Mayor Brandon Johnson
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson stepped into FOX Chicago studios on Tuesday for a town hall to answer questions on some of the biggest issues facing the city.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson stepped into FOX Chicago studios on Tuesday for a town hall to answer questions on some of the biggest issues facing the city.
6-year-old child killed after being struck by school bus in Frankfort, police say
A 6-year-old child died Tuesday after being struck by a school bus in Frankfort, authorities said.
A 6-year-old child died Tuesday after being struck by a school bus in Frankfort, authorities said.
Would Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson work with President Trump? He answers
Would Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson work with President Donald Trump if it could help the city? Johnson answered during FOX Chicago's town hall.
Would Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson work with President Donald Trump if it could help the city? Johnson answered during FOX Chicago's town hall.
Mayor Brandon Johnson on Chicago violent crime and President Donald Trump
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson talks about his administration to tackling violence in the city and why he thinks President Donald Trump is not "serious" in addressing the issue.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson talks about his administration to tackling violence in the city and why he thinks President Donald Trump is not "serious" in addressing the issue.
'When will the potholes be fixed?' Mayor Johnson responds to a question many Chicagoans are asking
Many Chicagoans are asking, "When will the potholes be fixed?" It's an ongoing issue and Mayor Brandon Johnson weighs in on what's being done so far.
Many Chicagoans are asking, "When will the potholes be fixed?" It's an ongoing issue and Mayor Brandon Johnson weighs in on what's being done so far.