South Side community rallies for kids without prom outfits
Now, strangers are stepping in so these kids don’t have to miss out on their night, including one mom in the south suburbs who saw all the posts last night about what happened. By this morning her daughter's old prom dress had a new owner.
Now, strangers are stepping in so these kids don’t have to miss out on their night, including one mom in the south suburbs who saw all the posts last night about what happened. By this morning her daughter's old prom dress had a new owner.
Veteran Chicago Fire Department member dies during training exercise, officials say
A Chicago Fire Department member died Thursday during a training exercise, department officials said.
A Chicago Fire Department member died Thursday during a training exercise, department officials said.
SNAP changes are impacting local grocery stores
Two weeks after major SNAP changes took effect. Some local grocery stores say they’re already feeling the impact. Lauren Scafidi is following this tonight.
Two weeks after major SNAP changes took effect. Some local grocery stores say they’re already feeling the impact. Lauren Scafidi is following this tonight.
Attempted child abduction near little league field in Chicago
Now to that Chicago mother who says a terrifying moment involving her young son should serve as a warning for every parent. She says someone tried to lure her child into a vehicle near the East Side Little League Fields — and part of the encounter was caught on camera. Leslie Moreno is live tonight with the story--- and the urgent message this family wants others to hear.
Now to that Chicago mother who says a terrifying moment involving her young son should serve as a warning for every parent. She says someone tried to lure her child into a vehicle near the East Side Little League Fields — and part of the encounter was caught on camera. Leslie Moreno is live tonight with the story--- and the urgent message this family wants others to hear.
Kratom use grows as Illinois lawmakers consider regulation
In recent years, the plant-based substance Kratom has surged in popularity across the U.S. It's raising questions about safety, regulation, and how it should be treated under the law. Kasey Chronis explores what it is, and the growing legal debate.
In recent years, the plant-based substance Kratom has surged in popularity across the U.S. It's raising questions about safety, regulation, and how it should be treated under the law. Kasey Chronis explores what it is, and the growing legal debate.
Airlines are expanding route networks after Spirit's collapse
U.S. airlines are adding new flights and trying to fill the gap Spirit Airlines left behind. The Orlando International Airport was an operating base for Spirit. Amy Galo is there now with how the industry is transforming.
U.S. airlines are adding new flights and trying to fill the gap Spirit Airlines left behind. The Orlando International Airport was an operating base for Spirit. Amy Galo is there now with how the industry is transforming.
Chicago families say prom plans unraveled after custom orders never arrived
Dozens of Chicago-area parents say Makeda Designs failed to deliver custom prom dresses and suits they paid thousands of dollars for, leaving families scrambling just days before prom.
Dozens of Chicago-area parents say Makeda Designs failed to deliver custom prom dresses and suits they paid thousands of dollars for, leaving families scrambling just days before prom.
Chicago families say prom plans unraveled after custom orders never arrived
Dozens of Chicago-area parents say Makeda Designs failed to deliver custom prom dresses and suits they paid thousands of dollars for, leaving families scrambling just days before prom.
Dozens of Chicago-area parents say Makeda Designs failed to deliver custom prom dresses and suits they paid thousands of dollars for, leaving families scrambling just days before prom.
Will Mayor Brandon Johnson run again? A one-on-one with Chicago mayor
Mayor Brandon Johnson's got about a year left in his term. As we get closer to the end, one big question keeps coming up- Is he going to run again? Bret Buganski sat down with the mayor and asked that very question.
Mayor Brandon Johnson's got about a year left in his term. As we get closer to the end, one big question keeps coming up- Is he going to run again? Bret Buganski sat down with the mayor and asked that very question.
Round Lake Beach man charged in $100K Antioch business burglary: police
A Round Lake Beach man has been charged after stealing over $100,000 from an Antioch business, according to police.
A Round Lake Beach man has been charged after stealing over $100,000 from an Antioch business, according to police.
Rockford man sentenced after setting fire to his restaurant for insurance payout: prosecutors
A Rockford restaurant owner accused of burning down his own business and filing a fraudulent insurance claim has been sentenced to 5½ years in federal prison, prosecutors said.
A Rockford restaurant owner accused of burning down his own business and filing a fraudulent insurance claim has been sentenced to 5½ years in federal prison, prosecutors said.
ComEd customers to see higher bills as data center demand drives up costs | ChicagoLIVE
ComEd customers are expected to see at least a 12% increase in monthly electric bills beginning in June.
ComEd customers are expected to see at least a 12% increase in monthly electric bills beginning in June.
Chicago committee approves proposed tipped wage freeze | ChicagoLIVE
A City Council committee advanced a proposal that would freeze Chicago’s tipped sub-minimum wage for some restaurants.
A City Council committee advanced a proposal that would freeze Chicago’s tipped sub-minimum wage for some restaurants.
Zillow files antitrust lawsuit tied to Chicago housing market | ChicagoLIVE
Zillow filed a federal antitrust lawsuit against Midwest Real Estate Data and brokerage giant Compass of conspiring to hide home listings and restrict competition in the Chicago housing market.
Zillow filed a federal antitrust lawsuit against Midwest Real Estate Data and brokerage giant Compass of conspiring to hide home listings and restrict competition in the Chicago housing market.
NFL schedule 2026 – here’s what’s been leaked so far | ChicagoLIVE
The NFL is set to release its full 2026 schedule tonight.
The NFL is set to release its full 2026 schedule tonight.
Illinois politicians spent millions in campaign funds on restaurant tabs, records show | ChicagoLIVE
A Chicago Sun-Times investigation found Illinois politicians have spent millions in campaign funds on restaurant meals, fundraisers and entertainment.
A Chicago Sun-Times investigation found Illinois politicians have spent millions in campaign funds on restaurant meals, fundraisers and entertainment.
Mayor Brandon Johnson talks Chicago Bears, teen takeovers and will he run for a 2nd term?
On Thursday, FOX Chicago's Bret Buganski sat down with Mayor Brandon Johnson to discuss a range of topics, including how he grades his first three years in office.
On Thursday, FOX Chicago's Bret Buganski sat down with Mayor Brandon Johnson to discuss a range of topics, including how he grades his first three years in office.
Rare American eel caught in Chicago River surprises local fishermen
A local fisherman expecting to catch carp instead reeled in something far rarer from the Chicago River!
A local fisherman expecting to catch carp instead reeled in something far rarer from the Chicago River!
Strange! Eel caught in Chicago River, what we know
An American eel was caught by a River North angler last week.
An American eel was caught by a River North angler last week.
Dutch Bros Coffee opens first Chicagoland location
Calling all coffee lovers – Dutch Bros Coffee has opened its first Chicagoland location.
Calling all coffee lovers – Dutch Bros Coffee has opened its first Chicagoland location.