Proposed BUILD Plan sparks debate in Chicago neighborhoods
As the spring session enters its final days, debate is heating up over the governor's proposed BUILD Plan. But in Chicago, some neighborhood organizations and officials are questioning the potential impact. Kasey Chronis is live in Avondale with what we know.
As the spring session enters its final days, debate is heating up over the governor's proposed BUILD Plan. But in Chicago, some neighborhood organizations and officials are questioning the potential impact. Kasey Chronis is live in Avondale with what we know.
Mother calls for police action after man exposes himself to her 2-year-old near Buckingham Fountain
A Chicago mother says she is demanding answers after a man allegedly exposed himself to her 2-year-old son while the family was visiting Buckingham Fountain on Wednesday night.
A Chicago mother says she is demanding answers after a man allegedly exposed himself to her 2-year-old son while the family was visiting Buckingham Fountain on Wednesday night.
Man exposes himself to child at Buckingham Fountain in Chicago
A mother says a man exposed himself to her 2-year-old son in the middle of Buckingham fountain with plenty of people around. Tia Ewing has the story.
A mother says a man exposed himself to her 2-year-old son in the middle of Buckingham fountain with plenty of people around. Tia Ewing has the story.
Weed industry watches end to Illinois legislative session
Some Illinois cannabis business owners are wondering what comes next. They're asking lawmakers to relax a security requirement they say is costly and outdated.
Some Illinois cannabis business owners are wondering what comes next. They're asking lawmakers to relax a security requirement they say is costly and outdated.
UN says next five years to smash heat records
A new report from the United Nations weather agency gives a 75% chance that the next five years will see higher temperatures, underscoring the rapid pace of climate change.
A new report from the United Nations weather agency gives a 75% chance that the next five years will see higher temperatures, underscoring the rapid pace of climate change.
How J.P. Graziano's turned hard work into a Chicago institution
You can feel the energy the second you walk in. J.P. Graziano's in the West Loop started with nothing but hustle in 1905. The family turned pennies into an empire. FOX Chicago Photojournalist Stephfon Ward takes us inside to see what Chicago looks like from their side of the counter.
You can feel the energy the second you walk in. J.P. Graziano's in the West Loop started with nothing but hustle in 1905. The family turned pennies into an empire. FOX Chicago Photojournalist Stephfon Ward takes us inside to see what Chicago looks like from their side of the counter.
Loyola murder suspect found with weapon in jail
The man accused of killing a Loyola student is facing a new felony charge.
The man accused of killing a Loyola student is facing a new felony charge.
Iran War negotiations heat up
Here’s the latest on the War in Iran. President Trump brought his national security team into the situation room to talk about a possible deal.
Here’s the latest on the War in Iran. President Trump brought his national security team into the situation room to talk about a possible deal.
As session nears, all eyes on megaprojects bill and Bears' future
It's the last weekend for the Illinois legislative session and attention is on the megaprojects bill. It's legislation directly tied to the Chicago Bears and a potential move to Arlington Heights.
It's the last weekend for the Illinois legislative session and attention is on the megaprojects bill. It's legislation directly tied to the Chicago Bears and a potential move to Arlington Heights.
2 adults dead after crash in Kane County
Two people are dead after a devastating head-on crash in unincorporated Kane County Thursday evening. Investigators are now trying to piece together what caused the deadly collision. Leslie Moreno talked to a witness who says those moments after the crash will stick with him.
Two people are dead after a devastating head-on crash in unincorporated Kane County Thursday evening. Investigators are now trying to piece together what caused the deadly collision. Leslie Moreno talked to a witness who says those moments after the crash will stick with him.
Teen takeover chaos, Bears debate and UFO bombshell | Week in Review
This week on "Week in Review," we cover a driver plowing into officers during a Memorial Day teen takeover, a guilty verdict in a 2003 Aurora cold case, a homeowner scaring off suspected burglars and an Indiana police chief accused of pawning a gun tied to a criminal case. We also break down the Bears stadium debate, the Obama Center, cheap Indiana gas prices, a Chicago River comeback story and explosive UFO claims involving alleged alien species.
This week on "Week in Review," we cover a driver plowing into officers during a Memorial Day teen takeover, a guilty verdict in a 2003 Aurora cold case, a homeowner scaring off suspected burglars and an Indiana police chief accused of pawning a gun tied to a criminal case. We also break down the Bears stadium debate, the Obama Center, cheap Indiana gas prices, a Chicago River comeback story and explosive UFO claims involving alleged alien species.
These are the biggest baby name trends of 2026, according to search data
America’s baby names are getting bolder in 2026. New Google Trends search data reveals how parents’ preferences are reshaping what the next generation may be called.
America’s baby names are getting bolder in 2026. New Google Trends search data reveals how parents’ preferences are reshaping what the next generation may be called.
Judge blocks renaming of Kennedy Center after Trump
A federal judge has blocked the two-year closure of the Kennedy Center, and an effort to rename the facility to include President Donald Trump's name.
A federal judge has blocked the two-year closure of the Kennedy Center, and an effort to rename the facility to include President Donald Trump's name.
47-year-old dies after car crashes into a tree in Geneva: police
A 47-year-old man is dead after a single car crash in Geneva, Ill. on Thursday, according to police.
A 47-year-old man is dead after a single car crash in Geneva, Ill. on Thursday, according to police.
Chicago Fire to the World Cup: Chris Brady's journey to 2026 FIFA World Cup | ChicagoLIVE
Chicago Fire's star homegrown goalkeeper, Chris Brady, is officially headed to the 2026 FIFA World Cup! Joining FOX Chicago's ChicagoLIVE via Zoom, Chicago Fire Head Coach and Director of Football Gregg Berhalter discusses this massive milestone for Brady and the club.
Chicago Fire's star homegrown goalkeeper, Chris Brady, is officially headed to the 2026 FIFA World Cup! Joining FOX Chicago's ChicagoLIVE via Zoom, Chicago Fire Head Coach and Director of Football Gregg Berhalter discusses this massive milestone for Brady and the club.
Southwest updates its seat policy for plus-size passengers
Southwest has updated its extra-seat policy for plus-size travelers. Here's what to know.
Southwest has updated its extra-seat policy for plus-size travelers. Here's what to know.
Will the Moon actually turn blue? Adler Planetarium expert explains! | ChicagoLIVE
Michelle Nichols, Director of Public Observing at Chicago's Adler Planetarium, joins FOX Chicago's ChicagoLIVE via Zoom to discuss the upcoming Blue Moon. In this segment, Nichols breaks down the science behind the celestial phenomenon, explaining what a Blue Moon actually is (and whether it really turns blue!), how rare the event is, and what skywatchers can expect to see. She also shares expert tips on the best times and locations for Chicago residents to observe the moon, even with city light pollution.
Michelle Nichols, Director of Public Observing at Chicago's Adler Planetarium, joins FOX Chicago's ChicagoLIVE via Zoom to discuss the upcoming Blue Moon. In this segment, Nichols breaks down the science behind the celestial phenomenon, explaining what a Blue Moon actually is (and whether it really turns blue!), how rare the event is, and what skywatchers can expect to see. She also shares expert tips on the best times and locations for Chicago residents to observe the moon, even with city light pollution.
Loyola student murder suspect found with shank in Cook County Jail: officials
The man facing charges in the murder of a Loyola University student was caught with a weapon while in jail, according to the Cook County Sheriff's Office.
The man facing charges in the murder of a Loyola University student was caught with a weapon while in jail, according to the Cook County Sheriff's Office.
Gov. Pritzker's budget criticized over pension shortfalls | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois Policy Institute Senior Policy Analyst Lylena Estabine joins FOX Chicago's ChicagoLIVE via Zoom to break down the growing criticisms surrounding Governor J.B. Pritzker’s proposed fiscal year 2027 budget and its impact on the state's pension systems.
Illinois Policy Institute Senior Policy Analyst Lylena Estabine joins FOX Chicago's ChicagoLIVE via Zoom to break down the growing criticisms surrounding Governor J.B. Pritzker’s proposed fiscal year 2027 budget and its impact on the state's pension systems.
Chicago FBI shooting: New details in deadly agent-involved shooting on West Side
The FBI has released new details about a shooting involving an agent on Chicago's West Side that left one person dead.
The FBI has released new details about a shooting involving an agent on Chicago's West Side that left one person dead.