Volunteers hit the streets overnight to ensure Chicago’s unhoused are counted
Hundreds of volunteers are spreading out across Chicago tonight in freezing temperatures for a federally required effort to better understand homelessness in the city.
Hundreds of volunteers are spreading out across Chicago tonight in freezing temperatures for a federally required effort to better understand homelessness in the city.
Ford Heights church asks for donations after fire
A local pastor and his congregation are now looking to rebuild from the ashes of a devastating fire. You can see just how big the flames got consuming their church in Ford Heights.
A local pastor and his congregation are now looking to rebuild from the ashes of a devastating fire. You can see just how big the flames got consuming their church in Ford Heights.
Chicago's 2026 point in time homeless count
Tonight, hundreds of volunteers are fanning out across Chicago in freezing temperatures for a federally required effort to better understand homelessness in our city. It’s called the Point-in-Time Count, a one-night snapshot used to help guide funding and services. Fox Chicago's Leslie Moreno is there with a look at the city's efforts.
Tonight, hundreds of volunteers are fanning out across Chicago in freezing temperatures for a federally required effort to better understand homelessness in our city. It’s called the Point-in-Time Count, a one-night snapshot used to help guide funding and services. Fox Chicago's Leslie Moreno is there with a look at the city's efforts.
Man arrested after attacking, sexually assaulting woman outside her Mount Prospect home: police
A man has been arrested for beating and sexually assaulting a woman in Mount Prospect, according to police.
A man has been arrested for beating and sexually assaulting a woman in Mount Prospect, according to police.
Man accused of beating 69-year-old man, attempting multiple carjackings at Aurora hotel: officials
An Aurora man has been charged with multiple carjackings and beating a man at an Aurora hotel, according to the DuPage County State's Attorney.
An Aurora man has been charged with multiple carjackings and beating a man at an Aurora hotel, according to the DuPage County State's Attorney.
Chicago weather: Wind chill plummet to -30 to -40 tonight and Friday
Dangerously cold conditions will take hold of Chicagoland tonight and last through at least Saturday. Overnight lows will plummet to around -10 with west-northwest winds gusting to 30 mph at times.
Dangerously cold conditions will take hold of Chicagoland tonight and last through at least Saturday. Overnight lows will plummet to around -10 with west-northwest winds gusting to 30 mph at times.
Illinois investigates South Shore ICE raid linked to apartment management
The state of Illinois is investigating whether last September’s military-style ICE raid on a South Shore Apartment building came after a tip from building management for the purpose of intimidating minority residents into ultimately vacating the premises.
The state of Illinois is investigating whether last September’s military-style ICE raid on a South Shore Apartment building came after a tip from building management for the purpose of intimidating minority residents into ultimately vacating the premises.
Why a short trip outside can land you in the ER during Chicago’s deep freeze
Chicago emergency rooms are preparing for a rise in cold-related injuries as extreme temperatures set in, with doctors warning that numbness can mask serious damage and that even short, poorly dressed trips outside can quickly turn dangerous.
Chicago emergency rooms are preparing for a rise in cold-related injuries as extreme temperatures set in, with doctors warning that numbness can mask serious damage and that even short, poorly dressed trips outside can quickly turn dangerous.
Massive blaze destroys suburban Chicago church
A historic South Side church is heavily damaged after a fire tore through the building on Wednesday.
A historic South Side church is heavily damaged after a fire tore through the building on Wednesday.
Extreme cold explained by Chicago doctors
Emergency rooms are getting ready for frostbite and hypothermia cases. Terrence Lee talked to a doctor today about how to stay safe out there.
Emergency rooms are getting ready for frostbite and hypothermia cases. Terrence Lee talked to a doctor today about how to stay safe out there.
Shelter-in-place lifted after Joliet police arrest man on gun, drug charges
A Joliet man was detained during a search warrant on Thursday in Joliet. Due to an abundance of caution, Joliet police ordered a shelter in place for nearby residents as well as a nearby school.
A Joliet man was detained during a search warrant on Thursday in Joliet. Due to an abundance of caution, Joliet police ordered a shelter in place for nearby residents as well as a nearby school.
Joliet sued after police search 12-year-old girl
The family of a 12-year-old girl patted down by a Joliet police officer is now suing.
The family of a 12-year-old girl patted down by a Joliet police officer is now suing.
Indiana lawmakers move forward on Bears stadium proposal
Indiana lawmakers advanced plans Thursday aimed at luring the Chicago Bears across state lines.
Indiana lawmakers advanced plans Thursday aimed at luring the Chicago Bears across state lines.
Illinois congressional candidate acknowledges past domestic violence charge
A candidate running for an open Illinois congressional seat has a charge of domestic violence in his background, FOX Chicago has learned.
A candidate running for an open Illinois congressional seat has a charge of domestic violence in his background, FOX Chicago has learned.
Healthy Beginnings program launched for pregnant women
On the eve of Maternal Health Awareness Day, Cook County is launching a new program aimed at saving lives. It’s called Healthy Beginnings, and county leaders say it tackles one of the most preventable health crises we face. Tia Ewing is here with details.
On the eve of Maternal Health Awareness Day, Cook County is launching a new program aimed at saving lives. It’s called Healthy Beginnings, and county leaders say it tackles one of the most preventable health crises we face. Tia Ewing is here with details.
Fire officials investigating blaze at Ford Heights church
Fire officials say the cause of a fire at a church in Ford Heights is still under investigation. The church is now asking for help from the public as it works to recover.
Fire officials say the cause of a fire at a church in Ford Heights is still under investigation. The church is now asking for help from the public as it works to recover.
Drivers safety tips in extreme cold
We're getting you ready for the cold. AAA has some reminders for drivers.
We're getting you ready for the cold. AAA has some reminders for drivers.
Bally’s delays River West casino opening, seeks more time at temporary site
Bally’s is pushing back the opening of its new casino in River West as construction delays continue.
Bally’s is pushing back the opening of its new casino in River West as construction delays continue.
Man convicted in 2017 murder of Chicago judge: officials
A man has been convicted with the murder of a Chicago judge and attempted murder of the judge's girlfriend in 2017, according to court documents.
A man has been convicted with the murder of a Chicago judge and attempted murder of the judge's girlfriend in 2017, according to court documents.
What’s causing 'exploding trees' in the Chicago area?
There’s a phenomenon sweeping social media that you may have seen — or even searched for — called “exploding trees."
There’s a phenomenon sweeping social media that you may have seen — or even searched for — called “exploding trees."