Federal watchdog to review ‘effectiveness’ of National Guard deployment to Chicago
The Dept. of War's watchdog agency will review the "effectiveness" of the deployment of National Guard troops to Chicago and other cities.
The Dept. of War's watchdog agency will review the "effectiveness" of the deployment of National Guard troops to Chicago and other cities.
Suspect charged in Kankakee shooting that left one dead, one injured, police say
A suspect has been charged with homicide after a shooting in Kankakee left one man dead and another injured Tuesday, authorities said.
A suspect has been charged with homicide after a shooting in Kankakee left one man dead and another injured Tuesday, authorities said.
Chicago sees uptick in shootings, homicides in first months of 2026
After violent crime significantly fell to its lowest levels in a decade in Chicago, the first third of 2026 is showing more shootings and homicides.
After violent crime significantly fell to its lowest levels in a decade in Chicago, the first third of 2026 is showing more shootings and homicides.
Chicago mom beaten during armed robbery linked to shooting of CPD officers speaks out
A 55-year-old woman is speaking out after a violent robbery that police say is tied to the killing of a Chicago police officer just hours later.
A 55-year-old woman is speaking out after a violent robbery that police say is tied to the killing of a Chicago police officer just hours later.
Illinois bill could restrict who can handle explosives, fireworks | The Chicago Report
Some state lawmakers want to tighten the rules around the handling and storage of fireworks and explosives.
Some state lawmakers want to tighten the rules around the handling and storage of fireworks and explosives.
The real cost of canceling Chicago's biggest Cinco de Mayo parade
Every year, 26th Street in Little Village becomes one of Chicago’s loudest intersections on May 5. This year, it isn’t.
Every year, 26th Street in Little Village becomes one of Chicago’s loudest intersections on May 5. This year, it isn’t.
Chicago mayor bashes effort to pass bill tied to Bears stadium as ‘short-sighted’
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson on Tuesday criticized state lawmakers' efforts to push through a piece of legislation the Chicago Bears say is necessary to build a new domed stadium in Arlington Heights.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson on Tuesday criticized state lawmakers' efforts to push through a piece of legislation the Chicago Bears say is necessary to build a new domed stadium in Arlington Heights.
Person of interest in custody after officer’s gun stolen at suburban Chicago school, officials say
A school resource officer's gun was stolen Monday in Chicago's northwest suburbs, which led to classes being canceled on Tuesday. Here’s what we know.
A school resource officer's gun was stolen Monday in Chicago's northwest suburbs, which led to classes being canceled on Tuesday. Here’s what we know.
Chicago mom beaten during armed robbery before officers shot speaks out
The woman caught in a violent robbery at a store hours before the same suspect allegedly shot two Chicago police officers shared her story.
The woman caught in a violent robbery at a store hours before the same suspect allegedly shot two Chicago police officers shared her story.
Caught on camera: Chicago street performer robbed mid-song
During a recent performance, a high school student stole his tip box with about $100, though a bystander later returned it and the school reimbursed him after the teen was identified.
During a recent performance, a high school student stole his tip box with about $100, though a bystander later returned it and the school reimbursed him after the teen was identified.
Oak Forest Fire Department first in Illinois to use new heart monitoring technology
A suburban fire department is the first in Illinois to adopt new tech aimed at helping paramedics improve speed and accuracy in the field.
A suburban fire department is the first in Illinois to adopt new tech aimed at helping paramedics improve speed and accuracy in the field.
Caught on camera: Chicago street performer robbed mid-song
During a recent performance, a high school student stole his tip box with about $100, though a bystander later returned it and the school reimbursed him after the teen was identified.
During a recent performance, a high school student stole his tip box with about $100, though a bystander later returned it and the school reimbursed him after the teen was identified.
Oak Forest Fire Department first in Illinois to use new heart monitoring technology
Every second matters when it comes to treating heart attacks. A Southwest Suburban fire department is now the first in Illinois to adopt new technology aimed at helping paramedics improve speed and accuracy in the field.
Every second matters when it comes to treating heart attacks. A Southwest Suburban fire department is now the first in Illinois to adopt new technology aimed at helping paramedics improve speed and accuracy in the field.
3 hospitalized after daylight shooting on Chicago's SW Side, officials say
Three people are hospitalized after a shooting in broad daylight on Chicago's Southwest Side, authorities said.
Three people are hospitalized after a shooting in broad daylight on Chicago's Southwest Side, authorities said.
Indiana primary election draws attention from President Trump
Voters in Indiana are headed to the polls for their primary elections, which have garnered national attention, including from President Trump, over the battle to redraw legislative districts.
Voters in Indiana are headed to the polls for their primary elections, which have garnered national attention, including from President Trump, over the battle to redraw legislative districts.
Cinco de Mayo celebrations continue across Chicago — but Little Village parade canceled again
Cinco de Mayo celebrations are happening across Chicago, but Little Village’s longtime parade is canceled for a second year. Cermak Road Chamber of Commerce President Hector Escobar explains the history behind the holiday, the concerns driving the decision, and the impact on local businesses. Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas also joins festivities downtown, highlighting the city’s continued celebration.
Cinco de Mayo celebrations are happening across Chicago, but Little Village’s longtime parade is canceled for a second year. Cermak Road Chamber of Commerce President Hector Escobar explains the history behind the holiday, the concerns driving the decision, and the impact on local businesses. Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas also joins festivities downtown, highlighting the city’s continued celebration.
Woman killed, 2 wounded in daylight shooting on Chicago’s South Side, police say
A 26-year-old woman was killed and two males — ages 18 and 16 — are hospitalized after a daylight shooting Tuesday on Chicago’s South Side, police said.
A 26-year-old woman was killed and two males — ages 18 and 16 — are hospitalized after a daylight shooting Tuesday on Chicago’s South Side, police said.
Some violent crime in Chicago going back up so far in 2026, police data shows
The latest Chicago police data show that some violent crime has been going back up through the first quarter of 2026.
The latest Chicago police data show that some violent crime has been going back up through the first quarter of 2026.
Grand Avenue bike lane barriers spark backlash, protest planned
Concerns over new bike lane barriers are growing on Chicago’s Northwest Side. After similar complaints in Brighton Park, residents along Grand Avenue are now speaking out — and planning a protest. Dan Olas, a 27th Ward resident, joined FOX Chicago to walk through what’s happening, the biggest issues he sees with the changes, and what he hopes city leaders will address.
Concerns over new bike lane barriers are growing on Chicago’s Northwest Side. After similar complaints in Brighton Park, residents along Grand Avenue are now speaking out — and planning a protest. Dan Olas, a 27th Ward resident, joined FOX Chicago to walk through what’s happening, the biggest issues he sees with the changes, and what he hopes city leaders will address.
Woman beaten in Chicago robbery before shooting of officers speaks out
The woman caught in a violent robbery at a store hours before the same suspect allegedly shot two Chicago police officers shared her story.
The woman caught in a violent robbery at a store hours before the same suspect allegedly shot two Chicago police officers shared her story.