Valparaiso student says concussion changed his life as family sues school district
Nearly five months after suffering a concussion during a football practice, 15-year-old Malakai Solomon says his life has been turned upside down.
Nearly five months after suffering a concussion during a football practice, 15-year-old Malakai Solomon says his life has been turned upside down.
Valparaiso student files lawsuit over concussion, says high school 'completely failed me'
Malakai Solomon says his life has changed since suffering a concussion during an unpadded football practice five months ago. FOX Chicago's Bret Buganski explains the lawsuit and the allegations against his high school.
Malakai Solomon says his life has changed since suffering a concussion during an unpadded football practice five months ago. FOX Chicago's Bret Buganski explains the lawsuit and the allegations against his high school.
Indiana newborn faces three surgeries in two months
After 74 days in the hospital, a Valparaiso family is finally home together. But, their journey is far from over.
After 74 days in the hospital, a Valparaiso family is finally home together. But, their journey is far from over.
Family sues Valparaiso schools over alleged severe concussion at football practice
A family is suing Valparaiso Community Schools after their son allegedly suffered a 'severe concussion' during an unpadded football practice.
A family is suing Valparaiso Community Schools after their son allegedly suffered a 'severe concussion' during an unpadded football practice.
Family sues Valparaiso schools over alleged severe concussion at football practice
A family is suing Valparaiso Community Schools after their son allegedly suffered a 'severe concussion' during an unpadded football practice.
A family is suing Valparaiso Community Schools after their son allegedly suffered a 'severe concussion' during an unpadded football practice.
Indiana school district sued after student injured during football practice
The student's family is now suing the school district, alleging it failed to properly treat their son after he was injured during football practice.
The student's family is now suing the school district, alleging it failed to properly treat their son after he was injured during football practice.
Family plans to sue Valparaiso Community Schools over football injuries
A Valparaiso family plans to sue a local school district, alleging their freshman son was not properly treated after suffering a broken wrist and concussion during football practice.
A Valparaiso family plans to sue a local school district, alleging their freshman son was not properly treated after suffering a broken wrist and concussion during football practice.
Family plans to sue Valparaiso Community Schools over football injuries
A Valparaiso family is preparing to sue a local school district, alleging it failed to properly treat their son after he was injured during football practice.
A Valparaiso family is preparing to sue a local school district, alleging it failed to properly treat their son after he was injured during football practice.
Family plans lawsuit against Valparaiso school district over football injury
A Valparaiso family is preparing to sue a local school district, alleging it failed to properly treat their son after he was injured during football practice.
A Valparaiso family is preparing to sue a local school district, alleging it failed to properly treat their son after he was injured during football practice.
Indiana residents push back on rising water bills
Residents in Valparaiso, Indiana are speaking out over sharp increases in their water and sewer bills — some seeing hikes of more than 20% this year alone. "ChicagoLIVE" speaks with Stu Summers from the community group It’s the Same Water, which is urging local officials to explore more affordable options for families struggling with the rising costs.
Residents in Valparaiso, Indiana are speaking out over sharp increases in their water and sewer bills — some seeing hikes of more than 20% this year alone. "ChicagoLIVE" speaks with Stu Summers from the community group It’s the Same Water, which is urging local officials to explore more affordable options for families struggling with the rising costs.
Indiana man charged with child exploitation after police tips lead to arrest
A Valparaiso man is facing child exploitation charges after Indiana State Police said he shared explicit images through a social media app.
A Valparaiso man is facing child exploitation charges after Indiana State Police said he shared explicit images through a social media app.
Indiana storm damage: Homes hit, power lines down, 1 killed
Strong winds blew down tall trees onto property, homes and cars in several neighborhoods in Valparaiso on Sunday with little-to-no warning.
Strong winds blew down tall trees onto property, homes and cars in several neighborhoods in Valparaiso on Sunday with little-to-no warning.
Severe weather, intense wind gusts leave behind widespread damage in NW Indiana
Severe weather that passed through Northwest Indiana Sunday afternoon left behind widespread damage and even resulted in a fatality in Valparaiso.
Severe weather that passed through Northwest Indiana Sunday afternoon left behind widespread damage and even resulted in a fatality in Valparaiso.
Severe weather, intense wind gusts leave behind widespread damage in NW Indiana
Severe weather that passed through Northwest Indiana Sunday afternoon left behind widespread damage and even resulted in a fatality in Valparaiso.
Severe weather that passed through Northwest Indiana Sunday afternoon left behind widespread damage and even resulted in a fatality in Valparaiso.
Truck driver dies after semi overturns during severe weather in Valparaiso: police
A truck driver was killed Sunday when his semi-truck overturned due to severe weather in Northwest Indiana.
A truck driver was killed Sunday when his semi-truck overturned due to severe weather in Northwest Indiana.
Bald eagle found in NW Indiana dies, cause of death revealed
A bald eagle found in a field this week in northwest Indiana has died from an illness, according to the rehabilitation center that had been caring for the bird.
A bald eagle found in a field this week in northwest Indiana has died from an illness, according to the rehabilitation center that had been caring for the bird.
Suspect dies after exchange of gunfire with police in Valparaiso
A suspect was killed in an exchange of gunfire with police in Valparaiso Thursday afternoon.
A suspect was killed in an exchange of gunfire with police in Valparaiso Thursday afternoon.
Sandy, the rehabilitated sandhill crane, finds forever home at the Smithsonian National Zoo
Sandy, a sandhill crane, has found a permanent home after receiving care at the Humane Indiana Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center.
Sandy, a sandhill crane, has found a permanent home after receiving care at the Humane Indiana Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center.
Valparaiso University student dies after Planet Fitness stabbing, suspect in custody
A Valparaiso University student has died more than a week after a brutal attack at a local Planet Fitness.
A Valparaiso University student has died more than a week after a brutal attack at a local Planet Fitness.
Valparaiso University student dies after Planet Fitness stabbing, suspect in custody
A Valparaiso University student has died more than a week after a brutal attack at a local Planet Fitness.
A Valparaiso University student has died more than a week after a brutal attack at a local Planet Fitness.