'Do not block hardworking Illinoisans,' Bailey says at tollway rate hike hearing in Aurora
A proposed Illinois Tollway increase faces opposition as residents voiced concerns at a public hearing Wednesday in Aurora. FOX Chicago's Gabriella Premus explains what this plan could mean for Illinois commuters.
A proposed Illinois Tollway increase faces opposition as residents voiced concerns at a public hearing Wednesday in Aurora. FOX Chicago's Gabriella Premus explains what this plan could mean for Illinois commuters.
ISP troopers hospitalized after crash with suspect in Chicago suburb
Two Illinois State Police troopers were hospitalized after a crash involving a suspect's vehicle in Cicero Tuesday night.
Two Illinois State Police troopers were hospitalized after a crash involving a suspect's vehicle in Cicero Tuesday night.
Joliet warehouse proposal prompts new measure targeting pollution
Northern Builders plans to build a 1.2 million-square-foot facility in Joliet, a project that could bring more truck traffic and increased emissions. State Sen. Rachel Ventura joins Good Day Chicago to discuss new legislation she introduced to help protect nearby neighborhoods from pollution associated with large industrial developments.
Northern Builders plans to build a 1.2 million-square-foot facility in Joliet, a project that could bring more truck traffic and increased emissions. State Sen. Rachel Ventura joins Good Day Chicago to discuss new legislation she introduced to help protect nearby neighborhoods from pollution associated with large industrial developments.
Cook County prosecutors decline charges in fatal Lincoln Park shooting caught on video
No charges will be filed in the fatal shooting outside The Dime in Lincoln Park after Cook County prosecutors cited insufficient evidence. The incident was caught on video and the bar remains closed under a city order.
No charges will be filed in the fatal shooting outside The Dime in Lincoln Park after Cook County prosecutors cited insufficient evidence. The incident was caught on video and the bar remains closed under a city order.
Ex-Big Ten Network employee sentenced in $4M Apple product fraud scheme
A former Big Ten Network employee has been sentenced to federal prison after pleading guilty to wire fraud in a scheme that involved buying more than $4 million worth of Apple products with company funds and reselling them. Here's what happened.
A former Big Ten Network employee has been sentenced to federal prison after pleading guilty to wire fraud in a scheme that involved buying more than $4 million worth of Apple products with company funds and reselling them. Here's what happened.
Chicago millionaire tax proposal: Alderman explains the push for a vote
A proposal to create a millionaire tax could soon return to the Chicago City Council. The resolution calls for a state constitutional amendment that would allow voters to decide whether to add a 3% tax on net income over $1 million.
A proposal to create a millionaire tax could soon return to the Chicago City Council. The resolution calls for a state constitutional amendment that would allow voters to decide whether to add a 3% tax on net income over $1 million.
Nolan Wells' parents speak ahead of autopsy findings: 'We want to know what happened to our son'
Christine and Elmore Wonsley spoke Wednesday morning before attorney Ben Crump released the findings of an independent autopsy into their son's death.
Christine and Elmore Wonsley spoke Wednesday morning before attorney Ben Crump released the findings of an independent autopsy into their son's death.
Summer dibs: Are Cook County picnic areas first come, first served? What to know
Many people assume Chicago area picnic sites are first come, first served, but a recent investigation found that permit holders actually have priority. Tracy Bishop of the Forest Preserves of Cook County explains how the reservation system works.
Many people assume Chicago area picnic sites are first come, first served, but a recent investigation found that permit holders actually have priority. Tracy Bishop of the Forest Preserves of Cook County explains how the reservation system works.
CPS disciplines 700+ workers for misconduct over a year
A WTTW analysis of Chicago Public Schools records shows that hundreds of district employees have been accused of misconduct. Jared Rutecki, investigative reporter at WTTW, joins Good Day Chicago to discuss the findings.
A WTTW analysis of Chicago Public Schools records shows that hundreds of district employees have been accused of misconduct. Jared Rutecki, investigative reporter at WTTW, joins Good Day Chicago to discuss the findings.
Chicago man charged after SWAT officer among 2 shot
A Chicago man has been charged with 11 felonies, including attempted murder, after a SWAT officer was among two people shot Monday in Albany Park.
A Chicago man has been charged with 11 felonies, including attempted murder, after a SWAT officer was among two people shot Monday in Albany Park.
Nolan Wells death: Independent autopsy findings revealed in Chicago
An independent autopsy report is adding new questions in the death of Nolan Wells.
An independent autopsy report is adding new questions in the death of Nolan Wells.
Chicago crime: Teen killed, 2 others wounded in separate shootings overnight
A 15-year-old boy was killed and two others were wounded in separate shootings across Chicago Tuesday night into Wednesday. Here's what police say.
A 15-year-old boy was killed and two others were wounded in separate shootings across Chicago Tuesday night into Wednesday. Here's what police say.
Chicago weather: Cooler air arrives before weekend heat returns
Enjoy the break while it lasts. Comfortable 70s stick around through Thursday before heat and humidity return this weekend.
Enjoy the break while it lasts. Comfortable 70s stick around through Thursday before heat and humidity return this weekend.
Chicago man charged with attempted murder after SWAT officer among 2 shot in Albany Park
A Chicago man has been charged with 11 felonies, including attempted murder, after a SWAT officer was among two people shot Monday in Albany Park.
A Chicago man has been charged with 11 felonies, including attempted murder, after a SWAT officer was among two people shot Monday in Albany Park.
Chicago nonprofit Cardz for Kidz approaches milestone of 1 million cards delivered worldwide
Sometimes, the simplest messages can offer the greatest comfort to those navigating a difficult road. For the founder of one Chicago nonprofit, that act of kindness is rooted in a deeply personal experience.
Sometimes, the simplest messages can offer the greatest comfort to those navigating a difficult road. For the founder of one Chicago nonprofit, that act of kindness is rooted in a deeply personal experience.
Chicago nonprofit Cardz for Kidz approaches milestone of 1 million cards delivered worldwide
Sometimes, the simplest messages can offer the greatest comfort to those navigating a difficult road. For the founder of one Chicago nonprofit, that act of kindness is rooted in a deeply personal experience.
Sometimes, the simplest messages can offer the greatest comfort to those navigating a difficult road. For the founder of one Chicago nonprofit, that act of kindness is rooted in a deeply personal experience.
Video shows confrontation involving child flower vendor outside River North bar
A River North business owner is speaking out after surveillance video captured a confrontation involving a minor street vendor outside Moe’s Cantina.
A River North business owner is speaking out after surveillance video captured a confrontation involving a minor street vendor outside Moe’s Cantina.
Video shows confrontation involving child flower vendor outside River North bar
A River North business owner is speaking out after surveillance video captured a confrontation involving a minor street vendor outside Moe’s Cantina.
A River North business owner is speaking out after surveillance video captured a confrontation involving a minor street vendor outside Moe’s Cantina.
Video shows deadly shooting unfold at Lincoln Park bar
New video has been released that shows the moments leading up to a deadly shooting at a Lincoln Park bar. The bar was forced to close after the incident.
New video has been released that shows the moments leading up to a deadly shooting at a Lincoln Park bar. The bar was forced to close after the incident.
Contractor rescued after getting trapped inside sign near I-55 in Wilmington, officials say
A contractor stranded 130 feet inside a sign over Interstate 55 was rescued Tuesday after a malfunctioning boom lift left him trapped for about three hours, officials said.
A contractor stranded 130 feet inside a sign over Interstate 55 was rescued Tuesday after a malfunctioning boom lift left him trapped for about three hours, officials said.