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Chicago City Council passed a budget that closes a $1 billion gap despite a lack of support from Mayor Johnson. But, a new study by the watchdog group Truth in Accounting says the actual deficit is a wee bit higher than that... more like $41 billion. Judi Willard joins us.
Chicago City Council passed a budget that closes a $1 billion gap despite a lack of support from Mayor Johnson. But, a new study by the watchdog group Truth in Accounting says the actual deficit is a wee bit higher than that... more like $41 billion. Judi Willard joins us.
Teens hid in Chicago Macy’s store to steal merchandise: sheriff
Two teens allegedly hid inside the Macy's store in downtown Chicago to later steal merchandise.
Two teens allegedly hid inside the Macy's store in downtown Chicago to later steal merchandise.
Chicago restaurant hit by burglary less than 48 hours after opening
A Chicago restaurant that celebrated its grand opening less than 48 hours earlier was burglarized in the River North neighborhood.
A Chicago restaurant that celebrated its grand opening less than 48 hours earlier was burglarized in the River North neighborhood.
Galewood residents push back on former Mars factory housing plan
Galewood residents are taking matters into their own hands — holding a meeting Wednesday evening to discuss the future of the former Mars candy factory on the city’s Far Northwest Side — after proposed development plans were not met with widespread support.
Galewood residents are taking matters into their own hands — holding a meeting Wednesday evening to discuss the future of the former Mars candy factory on the city’s Far Northwest Side — after proposed development plans were not met with widespread support.
Day Four: Search for Nancy Guthrie
The investigation into the disappearance of 'Today' show host Savanannah Guthrie's mom Nancy is now in day 4. Authorities say they do not have a suspect right now. We spoke with TMZ yesterday about an alleged ransom note they got.
The investigation into the disappearance of 'Today' show host Savanannah Guthrie's mom Nancy is now in day 4. Authorities say they do not have a suspect right now. We spoke with TMZ yesterday about an alleged ransom note they got.
Neighbors hold meeting over former Mars plant
Galewood residents are taking matters into their own hands holding a meeting about the future of the old Mars candy factory. It’s a story we first brought you Monday. And tonight, pushback is growing over a housing proposal. Kasey Chronis has the latest.
Galewood residents are taking matters into their own hands holding a meeting about the future of the old Mars candy factory. It’s a story we first brought you Monday. And tonight, pushback is growing over a housing proposal. Kasey Chronis has the latest.
Deadly crash on I-294 in Des Plaines
We're also following breaking news in Des Plaines. Sky Fox is over a deadly crash on the tri-state at Golf Road.
We're also following breaking news in Des Plaines. Sky Fox is over a deadly crash on the tri-state at Golf Road.
Winemaking experience at Wild Blossom Meadery
On Monday - we told you about a new survey suggesting you that opt out of spending a lot for valentines day and instead write your partner a heartfelt letter. But today - we have another option. One where you can get a bit dirty, earn a prize, and break a sweat. Wild blossom Meadery is offering the ultimate wine experience, and its a bit of a competition. Jake Hamilton got the details on the search for Chicago's "juiciest couple."
On Monday - we told you about a new survey suggesting you that opt out of spending a lot for valentines day and instead write your partner a heartfelt letter. But today - we have another option. One where you can get a bit dirty, earn a prize, and break a sweat. Wild blossom Meadery is offering the ultimate wine experience, and its a bit of a competition. Jake Hamilton got the details on the search for Chicago's "juiciest couple."
Chicago restaurant hit by burglary less than 48 hours after opening
A Chicago restaurant that celebrated its grand opening less than 48 hours earlier was burglarized in the River North neighborhood.
A Chicago restaurant that celebrated its grand opening less than 48 hours earlier was burglarized in the River North neighborhood.
New bill would ban ICE agents from becoming law enforcement officers in Illinois
An Illinois state senator is backing legislation that would prohibit federal immigration agents from becoming law enforcement officers in the state.
An Illinois state senator is backing legislation that would prohibit federal immigration agents from becoming law enforcement officers in the state.
Man killed in interstate crash in Des Plaines: state police
A man is dead after a crash on Interstate 294 in Des Plaines late Wednesday afternoon, authorities said.
A man is dead after a crash on Interstate 294 in Des Plaines late Wednesday afternoon, authorities said.
New bill would ban ICE agents from becoming law enforcement officers in Illinois
An Illinois state senator is backing legislation that would prohibit federal immigration agents from becoming law enforcement officers in the state.
An Illinois state senator is backing legislation that would prohibit federal immigration agents from becoming law enforcement officers in the state.
Trump doubles down on taking over elections
The White House can't seem to settle on a message about President Trump's plan to federalize national elections. Some lawmakers say it's a bad idea, while others are insisting it's all about protecting American democracy. Lucas Tomlinson has more from Washington.
The White House can't seem to settle on a message about President Trump's plan to federalize national elections. Some lawmakers say it's a bad idea, while others are insisting it's all about protecting American democracy. Lucas Tomlinson has more from Washington.
Teens steal from Chicago Macy’s after hiding inside, mapping out plan, sheriff says
Two teens allegedly hid inside a downtown Chicago Macy's store to steal merchandise earlier this week.
Two teens allegedly hid inside a downtown Chicago Macy's store to steal merchandise earlier this week.
700 UCE officers to leave Minnesota
The Trump administration is pulling back federal immigration enforcement in Minnesota.
The Trump administration is pulling back federal immigration enforcement in Minnesota.
What Democrats want in ICE funding talks
Democrats have demands. Lawmakers have nine days to agree on funding for ICE and the Department of Homeland Security.
Democrats have demands. Lawmakers have nine days to agree on funding for ICE and the Department of Homeland Security.
Neighbor rescues woman from Arlington Heights house fire with sledgehammer
A neighbor helped rescue a woman from a house fire Tuesday morning in Arlington Heights after forcing his way into a locked home with a sledgehammer.
A neighbor helped rescue a woman from a house fire Tuesday morning in Arlington Heights after forcing his way into a locked home with a sledgehammer.
Half of Chicago parents had trouble paying energy bills in 2025, study finds
A new report found that half of Chicago's parents had trouble paying their energy bills last year amid extreme winter weather. Lurie Children's Hospital conducted the study, and Marie Heffernan, one of the researchers, joined Fox Chicago to talk about it.
A new report found that half of Chicago's parents had trouble paying their energy bills last year amid extreme winter weather. Lurie Children's Hospital conducted the study, and Marie Heffernan, one of the researchers, joined Fox Chicago to talk about it.
Protest over high NIPSCO bills
There's a protest happening right now outside NIPSCO's headquarters in Merrillville. People are angry about their utility bills and they want financial relief. Bret Buganski’s been on top of this for weeks.
There's a protest happening right now outside NIPSCO's headquarters in Merrillville. People are angry about their utility bills and they want financial relief. Bret Buganski’s been on top of this for weeks.
Ransom notes surface in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance
Investigators found a possible ransom note in the Nancy Guthrie case. It's day four now in the search for Savannah Guthrie’s mom. You know her, the Today Show co-host. Kailey Schuyler’s in Tucson.
Investigators found a possible ransom note in the Nancy Guthrie case. It's day four now in the search for Savannah Guthrie’s mom. You know her, the Today Show co-host. Kailey Schuyler’s in Tucson.