Illinois lawmaker touts World Cup economic impact as U.S. prepares for global event
Congressman Darin LaHood, co-chair of the Congressional Soccer Caucus, discusses efforts to streamline visas, ensure safety, and expand soccer’s economic and cultural impact as the United States prepares to host the World Cup.
Congressman Darin LaHood, co-chair of the Congressional Soccer Caucus, discusses efforts to streamline visas, ensure safety, and expand soccer’s economic and cultural impact as the United States prepares to host the World Cup.
Pritzker speaks after Bears stadium plan stalls
Gov. JB Pritzker held a press conference Monday morning after Illinois lawmakers adjourned without approving a Bears stadium financing plan.
Gov. JB Pritzker held a press conference Monday morning after Illinois lawmakers adjourned without approving a Bears stadium financing plan.
New study reveals which states have the best economies
This state topped the list as the strongest state economy, fueled by innovation, STEM talent and a thriving tech sector, according to new data.
This state topped the list as the strongest state economy, fueled by innovation, STEM talent and a thriving tech sector, according to new data.
CTA’s 2026 Pride Train returns to Chicago Red Line
The CTA unveiled its 2026 Pride Train, featuring a new rainbow-inspired design celebrating Chicago’s LGBTQ+ community
The CTA unveiled its 2026 Pride Train, featuring a new rainbow-inspired design celebrating Chicago’s LGBTQ+ community
CTA’s 2026 Pride Train returns to Chicago Red Line
The CTA unveiled its 2026 Pride Train, featuring a new rainbow-inspired design celebrating Chicago’s LGBTQ+ community
The CTA unveiled its 2026 Pride Train, featuring a new rainbow-inspired design celebrating Chicago’s LGBTQ+ community
Chicago kicks off Pride Month loaded with festivals and events
Chicago officials and Pride Chicago representatives marked the start of Pride Month with a flag-raising ceremony and discussed upcoming events, including the city’s Pride Parade and Pride Fest.
Chicago officials and Pride Chicago representatives marked the start of Pride Month with a flag-raising ceremony and discussed upcoming events, including the city’s Pride Parade and Pride Fest.
Kentucky social media settlement: Meta reportedly paying $27M to settle addiction case
Meta platforms are reportedly paying $27 million to settle a social media addiction case in Kentucky, Reuters reported.
Meta platforms are reportedly paying $27 million to settle a social media addiction case in Kentucky, Reuters reported.
Joe Negri, Mister Rogers' handyman and jazz musician, dies at 99
Joe Negri, the jazz musician known for his work as the handyman alongside Fred Rogers in "Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood," has died at the age of 99, according to TribLIVE.
Joe Negri, the jazz musician known for his work as the handyman alongside Fred Rogers in "Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood," has died at the age of 99, according to TribLIVE.
One southern city you've never heard of is growing faster than anywhere else in America
This is the fastest-growing city in America, where bulldozers outnumber cattle and sprawling new neighborhoods are rising almost overnight.
This is the fastest-growing city in America, where bulldozers outnumber cattle and sprawling new neighborhoods are rising almost overnight.
Lurie Children’s Week: Kids Advisory Board shapes care, spaces, and policies at pediatric hospital
FOX Chicago is taking a closer look at the people, places, and programs helping to shape the future of pediatric care — beginning with the Kids Advisory Board.
FOX Chicago is taking a closer look at the people, places, and programs helping to shape the future of pediatric care — beginning with the Kids Advisory Board.
Bellwood shooting leaves 2 dead
Two people were killed in a shooting early Monday in west suburban Bellwood.
Two people were killed in a shooting early Monday in west suburban Bellwood.
Illinois comptroller calls for crackdown on teen takeovers amid mayoral speculation
Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza discusses tougher enforcement to address teen takeovers while also responding to growing questions about a possible run for Chicago mayor.
Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza discusses tougher enforcement to address teen takeovers while also responding to growing questions about a possible run for Chicago mayor.
Illinois fails to pass last-minute Bears stadium bill before session ends
Illinois lawmakers ended their session without passing a stadium bill designed to help keep the Chicago Bears in the state.
Illinois lawmakers ended their session without passing a stadium bill designed to help keep the Chicago Bears in the state.
NITA takes over: What Chicago transit riders need to know about the new regional system
Audrey Wennink explains how the new Northern Illinois Transit Authority will oversee CTA, Metra and Pace, what changes riders can expect, and how leaders plan to improve fares, coordination and safety across the region.
Audrey Wennink explains how the new Northern Illinois Transit Authority will oversee CTA, Metra and Pace, what changes riders can expect, and how leaders plan to improve fares, coordination and safety across the region.
Man shot in leg after argument escalates on Chicago's Southwest Side
A 39-year-old man was shot in the leg following a confrontation Sunday night in Chicago's Marquette Park neighborhood.
A 39-year-old man was shot in the leg following a confrontation Sunday night in Chicago's Marquette Park neighborhood.
Chicago weather: Near-drought conditions persist as warmer weather returns this week
After a dry May that left much of the Chicago area near drought conditions, warmer temperatures and increasing chances for showers and thunderstorms are expected later this week.
After a dry May that left much of the Chicago area near drought conditions, warmer temperatures and increasing chances for showers and thunderstorms are expected later this week.
Why the hype around the Bears offense is real | Chicago Sports Tonight
On a Sunday edition of CST, Tina Nguyen is joined by The Score's Mark Grote and MLB Insider Russ Dorsey. The panel gives their impressions and takeaways of Bears OTA's this week and why the hype around the team, specifically the offense, is real. Also, can the White Sox withstand Munetaka Murakami's injury, and will the Southsiders make the playoffs? Plus, it's been a disappointing month of May for the Cubs...can the Northsiders rebound in June and get back on track?
On a Sunday edition of CST, Tina Nguyen is joined by The Score's Mark Grote and MLB Insider Russ Dorsey. The panel gives their impressions and takeaways of Bears OTA's this week and why the hype around the team, specifically the offense, is real. Also, can the White Sox withstand Munetaka Murakami's injury, and will the Southsiders make the playoffs? Plus, it's been a disappointing month of May for the Cubs...can the Northsiders rebound in June and get back on track?
Will Illinoisians have higher property taxes due to a Bears stadium?
It appears lawmakers are now considering a plan to allow municipalities start their own stadium authorities. A new stadium would be privately backed but publicly owned and that would give the bears the tax incentive that would be comparable to what Indiana is offering to lure the team across the state line. There have been a lot of closed door meetings in Springfield to try to come up with something that will get the bears to stay in Illinois. The clock is ticking. The spring legislative session ends tonight at midnight. We're joined now by Brian Costin with Americans for Prosperity Illinois.
It appears lawmakers are now considering a plan to allow municipalities start their own stadium authorities. A new stadium would be privately backed but publicly owned and that would give the bears the tax incentive that would be comparable to what Indiana is offering to lure the team across the state line. There have been a lot of closed door meetings in Springfield to try to come up with something that will get the bears to stay in Illinois. The clock is ticking. The spring legislative session ends tonight at midnight. We're joined now by Brian Costin with Americans for Prosperity Illinois.
Spencer Leak Jr., longtime leader of Leak & Sons Funeral Homes, dies at 56
A major loss for our community. Spencer Leak Jr. has died.
A major loss for our community. Spencer Leak Jr. has died.
Illinois lawmakers approve school cell phone ban
There are other bills lawmakers have to consider. Lawmakers passed a statewide ban on cellphones in and a big one that passed is a statewide ban on cellphones. Here's how it works.
There are other bills lawmakers have to consider. Lawmakers passed a statewide ban on cellphones in and a big one that passed is a statewide ban on cellphones. Here's how it works.