Homes ripped open after tornado strikes Kankakee
Tornado damage in Kankakee left homes torn apart and exposed to the elements. Drone video shows the extent of the destruction.
Tornado damage in Kankakee left homes torn apart and exposed to the elements. Drone video shows the extent of the destruction.
Chicago Board of Education probes leak to Fox reporter about public meeting
The Chicago Board of Education is putting pressure on Fox Chicago reporter Paris Schutz about a leak investigation over a public meeting last year.
The Chicago Board of Education is putting pressure on Fox Chicago reporter Paris Schutz about a leak investigation over a public meeting last year.
Second cousin sentenced for armed robbery at Lisle Verizon store
The second of two cousins who robbed a Lisle Verizon store at gunpoint has been sentenced.
The second of two cousins who robbed a Lisle Verizon store at gunpoint has been sentenced.
Tornadoes rip through Chicago-area, NW Indiana, killing 2 and leaving widespread damage
At least four tornadoes from a powerful supercell tore across parts of Illinois and Indiana Tuesday, killing two people in Lake Village, injuring others, damaging homes and infrastructure, and producing destructive hail across the region.
At least four tornadoes from a powerful supercell tore across parts of Illinois and Indiana Tuesday, killing two people in Lake Village, injuring others, damaging homes and infrastructure, and producing destructive hail across the region.
Tornadoes devastate Chicago-area, NW Indiana communities
At least four tornadoes ripped through parts of Chicago's suburbs and Northwest Indiana on Tuesday evening, leaving two people dead.
At least four tornadoes ripped through parts of Chicago's suburbs and Northwest Indiana on Tuesday evening, leaving two people dead.
Chicago teens defying the odds honored at Youth of the Year celebration | ChicagoNOW
The 2026 Youth of the Year celebration is recognizing outstanding teens from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago. It’s the highest honor a Club teen can receive, highlighting leadership, character and academic excellence. We talk with Leora Conway, Senior Director of Development, and Aiden McKinney from Club One about the impact of the program and what this recognition means for young leaders across Chicago.
The 2026 Youth of the Year celebration is recognizing outstanding teens from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago. It’s the highest honor a Club teen can receive, highlighting leadership, character and academic excellence. We talk with Leora Conway, Senior Director of Development, and Aiden McKinney from Club One about the impact of the program and what this recognition means for young leaders across Chicago.
Man charged after yelling ICE threats, throwing liquid at kids outside Chicago dance studio
A man has been charged after a confrontation outside a dance studio went viral with a couple throwing liquid at kids and allegedly making racist comments.
A man has been charged after a confrontation outside a dance studio went viral with a couple throwing liquid at kids and allegedly making racist comments.
Cubs and Sox fans could gain 22 pounds this season, study finds | ChicagoNOW
A new study says Cubs and Sox fans are projected to gain 22 pounds this baseball season. Fans reportedly eat an extra 753 calories on game days, with stadium attendees consuming the most.
A new study says Cubs and Sox fans are projected to gain 22 pounds this baseball season. Fans reportedly eat an extra 753 calories on game days, with stadium attendees consuming the most.
Illinois offers up to $15,000 to help first-time homebuyers cover down payment
Illinois will offer eligible first-time homebuyers up to $15,000 to help cover their down payment and closing costs in a new program.
Illinois will offer eligible first-time homebuyers up to $15,000 to help cover their down payment and closing costs in a new program.
Hamilton is back in Chicago — and there’s a themed happy hour to match | ChicagoNOW
Hit Broadway show “Hamilton” is back in Chicago for a limited run! We’re celebrating with The Grillroom Chophouse & Wine Bar – they’ve got a special Hamilton-themed happy hour!
Hit Broadway show “Hamilton” is back in Chicago for a limited run! We’re celebrating with The Grillroom Chophouse & Wine Bar – they’ve got a special Hamilton-themed happy hour!
Former Addison Trail student charged after allegedly making threat against school
A former Addison Trail High School student is facing a felony charge after police say he posted a threat online.
A former Addison Trail High School student is facing a felony charge after police say he posted a threat online.
Chicago man charged with trying to force robbery victim into vehicle in Chinatown
A Chicago man has been charged with armed robbery and attempted kidnapping in connection with an incident last October in the Chinatown neighborhood.
A Chicago man has been charged with armed robbery and attempted kidnapping in connection with an incident last October in the Chinatown neighborhood.
Suburban Chicago man arrested after Indiana police chase; 2 others accused in separate pursuit
Three people, including a man from the Chicago area, were arrested Tuesday after separate police chases in northwest Indiana, with one ending on Chicago's South Side.
Three people, including a man from the Chicago area, were arrested Tuesday after separate police chases in northwest Indiana, with one ending on Chicago's South Side.
Shamrock’n at Old St. Pat’s kicks off St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in Chicago
Organizers preview the annual Shamrock’n at Old St. Pat’s celebration and a live performance by the Shannon Rovers ahead of St. Patrick’s Day weekend.
Organizers preview the annual Shamrock’n at Old St. Pat’s celebration and a live performance by the Shannon Rovers ahead of St. Patrick’s Day weekend.
Drone footage shows Illinois homes decimated by tornado
Several homes were destroyed in the wake of a tornado that touched down Tuesday night in south suburban Kankakee.
Several homes were destroyed in the wake of a tornado that touched down Tuesday night in south suburban Kankakee.
Joliet Slammers to play historic game inside Old Joliet Prison for Route 66 centennial
Joliet Slammers owner Night Train Veeck shares how the team will celebrate the U.S. Route 66 centennial with a special baseball game and fan events inside the iconic Old Joliet Prison.
Joliet Slammers owner Night Train Veeck shares how the team will celebrate the U.S. Route 66 centennial with a special baseball game and fan events inside the iconic Old Joliet Prison.
Driver sought in Chicago hit-and-run that killed 32-year-old woman
A 32-year-old woman died after being struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run crash Tuesday night in the city's South Chicago neighborhood.
A 32-year-old woman died after being struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run crash Tuesday night in the city's South Chicago neighborhood.
Obama Presidential Center seeks Chicago volunteers to become community ambassadors
The Obama Foundation launches a new ambassador volunteer program ahead of the opening of the Obama Presidential Center, inviting Chicagoans to help welcome visitors and support its community mission.
The Obama Foundation launches a new ambassador volunteer program ahead of the opening of the Obama Presidential Center, inviting Chicagoans to help welcome visitors and support its community mission.
9 hurt, homes heavily damaged by tornado in Kankakee County
Kankakee County officials reported that nine people suffered minor injuries Tuesday night as a tornado touched down in the south suburb.
Kankakee County officials reported that nine people suffered minor injuries Tuesday night as a tornado touched down in the south suburb.
Chicago man arrested minutes after South Side stabbing
A Chicago man is charged with attempted murder after a Sunday night stabbing on the South Side.
A Chicago man is charged with attempted murder after a Sunday night stabbing on the South Side.