Chicago weather: Comfortable Friday leads into hot and humid weekend
By July standards, this is a fantastic Friday in terms of weather (and certainly better than what we were dealing with a week ago).
By July standards, this is a fantastic Friday in terms of weather (and certainly better than what we were dealing with a week ago).
Nolan Wells findings, Patrick Kane returns, Bears stadium & more | Week in Review
This week on "Week in Review:" New independent autopsy findings were released in the death of Nolan Wells, Patrick Kane is returning to the Blackhawks, a new Bears stadium proposal is making headlines and four rescued beluga whales have arrived at Shedd Aquarium. Plus, we look at wildfire smoke over Chicagoland, a Chicago police officer shot, Save-A-Lot store closures, Mayor Brandon Johnson, the NAACP National Convention and more.
This week on "Week in Review:" New independent autopsy findings were released in the death of Nolan Wells, Patrick Kane is returning to the Blackhawks, a new Bears stadium proposal is making headlines and four rescued beluga whales have arrived at Shedd Aquarium. Plus, we look at wildfire smoke over Chicagoland, a Chicago police officer shot, Save-A-Lot store closures, Mayor Brandon Johnson, the NAACP National Convention and more.
Chicago SWAT officer shot: Court docs reveal new details in Albany Park standoff
Court documents reveal new details about the Albany Park standoff earlier this week. Prosecutors say a Chicago man held his partner and daughter hostage, shot the woman's mother through a door and then wounded a SWAT officer during the confrontation.
Court documents reveal new details about the Albany Park standoff earlier this week. Prosecutors say a Chicago man held his partner and daughter hostage, shot the woman's mother through a door and then wounded a SWAT officer during the confrontation.
Why Naperville parents rank as Illinois' most stressed
A mental health expert explains why Naperville topped a new study of Illinois' most stressed parents, the warning signs of unhealthy stress, and practical ways families can cope.
A mental health expert explains why Naperville topped a new study of Illinois' most stressed parents, the warning signs of unhealthy stress, and practical ways families can cope.
Gianno Caldwell honors brother with Chicago march against violence
Gianno Caldwell discusses how the loss of his teenage brother inspired his foundation, the upcoming March Against Violence, and how Chicagoans can get involved in building safer communities.
Gianno Caldwell discusses how the loss of his teenage brother inspired his foundation, the upcoming March Against Violence, and how Chicagoans can get involved in building safer communities.
Angry patrons set Lake County bar on fire after being kicked out: officials
Three men have been charged with arson after Lake County investigators said they intentionally set a fire that destroyed a Beach Park bar earlier this month in retaliation for being removed from the business weeks.
Three men have been charged with arson after Lake County investigators said they intentionally set a fire that destroyed a Beach Park bar earlier this month in retaliation for being removed from the business weeks.
Chicago-area deputies find man dead after responding to suburban shooting
An overnight disturbance in Chicago's north suburbs turned deadly after deputies found a man shot to death inside a home. An armed person was taken into custody, but no charges have been filed.
An overnight disturbance in Chicago's north suburbs turned deadly after deputies found a man shot to death inside a home. An armed person was taken into custody, but no charges have been filed.
5 killed, 4 wounded in 6 Chicago shootings from Thursday into Friday
Five people were killed in six separate Chicago shootings from Thursday evening into early Friday.
Five people were killed in six separate Chicago shootings from Thursday evening into early Friday.
Four more states linked to cyclosporiasis outbreak, reports say
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has added four additional states to the link of U.S. states that have been impacted by the outbreak of cyclosporiasis traced to iceberg lettuce from central Mexico.
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has added four additional states to the link of U.S. states that have been impacted by the outbreak of cyclosporiasis traced to iceberg lettuce from central Mexico.
Chicago man accused of shooting woman he believed knew about sister's death, prosecutors say
The brother of a woman found dead in a garbage can in Chicago is now charged with attempted murder after prosecutors say he shot one of the people who discovered her body.
The brother of a woman found dead in a garbage can in Chicago is now charged with attempted murder after prosecutors say he shot one of the people who discovered her body.
Chicago crime: Brother of woman found dead in garbage can charged in separate shooting
A Chicago man is accused of shooting a woman he believed knew what happened to his sister, whose body was found in a garbage can earlier this month.
A Chicago man is accused of shooting a woman he believed knew what happened to his sister, whose body was found in a garbage can earlier this month.
Chicago crime: 5 killed, 4 wounded in 6 shootings from Thursday into Friday
Five people were killed in six separate Chicago shootings from Thursday evening into early Friday. Here's what police say happened.
Five people were killed in six separate Chicago shootings from Thursday evening into early Friday. Here's what police say happened.
Chicago weather: Pleasant Friday gives way to near-100 heat index by Sunday
Enjoy the comfortable weather while it lasts. Heat and humidity return Sunday with heat index values near 100.
Enjoy the comfortable weather while it lasts. Heat and humidity return Sunday with heat index values near 100.
Chicago shuts down The 50 Yard Line over safety violations
The 50 Yard Line sports bar and grill is now closed under emergency order from the City of Chicago.
The 50 Yard Line sports bar and grill is now closed under emergency order from the City of Chicago.
Pritzker pushes for Benton report release, CPS race heats up | The Chicago Report
Gov. Pritzker isn't holding back. He wants the state to release the full ethics report on former State Rep. Harry Benton. And, the Chicago Teachers Union is making their opposition to Chicago School Board candidate Jessica Biggs loud and clear. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
Gov. Pritzker isn't holding back. He wants the state to release the full ethics report on former State Rep. Harry Benton. And, the Chicago Teachers Union is making their opposition to Chicago School Board candidate Jessica Biggs loud and clear. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
Judge orders six men accused in suburban brothel ring to remain in jail
Six men accused of running a prostitution ring in northern Illinois will not be released before trial. This comes as another brothel was just discovered in Hanover Park.
Six men accused of running a prostitution ring in northern Illinois will not be released before trial. This comes as another brothel was just discovered in Hanover Park.
New Bronzeville mural by Chicago brothers promotes message of unity
Chicago brothers and artists Malachi and Amoz Wright join us in studio to discuss their new mural on the South Side and how they hope it will leave a lasting impact on the community.
Chicago brothers and artists Malachi and Amoz Wright join us in studio to discuss their new mural on the South Side and how they hope it will leave a lasting impact on the community.
Chicago shuts down The 50 Yard Line over safety violations
The 50 Yard Line sports bar and grill is now closed under emergency order from the City of Chicago.
The 50 Yard Line sports bar and grill is now closed under emergency order from the City of Chicago.
Dolton weighs future of Rucker Athletics after viral summer camp fight videos
The future of the Rucker Athletics Fitness and Training Center in Dolton now rests in the hands of village officials after disturbing videos showing children fighting inside the facility sparked a police investigation and prompted a formal hearing over whether the business should be allowed to reopen.
The future of the Rucker Athletics Fitness and Training Center in Dolton now rests in the hands of village officials after disturbing videos showing children fighting inside the facility sparked a police investigation and prompted a formal hearing over whether the business should be allowed to reopen.
Dolton weighs future of Rucker Athletics after viral summer camp fight videos
The future of the Rucker Athletics Fitness and Training Center in Dolton now rests in the hands of village officials after disturbing videos showing children fighting inside the facility sparked a police investigation and prompted a formal hearing over whether the business should be allowed to reopen.
The future of the Rucker Athletics Fitness and Training Center in Dolton now rests in the hands of village officials after disturbing videos showing children fighting inside the facility sparked a police investigation and prompted a formal hearing over whether the business should be allowed to reopen.