From loss to purpose: Blue Island daughter writes book after father’s disappearance and death
A month after her father’s body was found, Wendy Davis is writing a book to share her family’s search experience and guide others facing missing loved one cases.
A month after her father’s body was found, Wendy Davis is writing a book to share her family’s search experience and guide others facing missing loved one cases.
Extremist ordinance and teen trends | The Chicago Report
Measure banning extremist ties among officers advances, and Hyde Park residents respond to recent teen trend. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Measure banning extremist ties among officers advances, and Hyde Park residents respond to recent teen trend. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Family files wrongful death lawsuit in fatal Chicago South Side crash
The family of a man killed in a deadly crash on the city's South Side in January has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the other driver involved, alleging reckless and dangerous behavior on the road.
The family of a man killed in a deadly crash on the city's South Side in January has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the other driver involved, alleging reckless and dangerous behavior on the road.
Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons submits resignation letter to DHS secretary
Acting director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Todd Lyons, who presided over the agency amid President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown, is planning to leave his post. Here's what to know.
Acting director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Todd Lyons, who presided over the agency amid President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown, is planning to leave his post. Here's what to know.
Chicago shootings tick up in 2026 | The Chicago Report
After years of declines, Chicago shootings are ticking up in 2026. The city has seen 105 homicides through the first week of April, up slightly from the 98 killings seen in the same time period in 2025, according to city violence data. Another 266 people have suffered non-fatal gunshot injuries since the start of the year. Summer has not even started yet-- and many are concerned the warmer weather may bring more violence. Here to weigh in is former Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson.
After years of declines, Chicago shootings are ticking up in 2026. The city has seen 105 homicides through the first week of April, up slightly from the 98 killings seen in the same time period in 2025, according to city violence data. Another 266 people have suffered non-fatal gunshot injuries since the start of the year. Summer has not even started yet-- and many are concerned the warmer weather may bring more violence. Here to weigh in is former Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson.
Beloved Naperville Central teacher named 2026 Illinois Teacher of the Year
A longtime Naperville Central teacher has been named the 2026 Illinois Teacher of the Year. Social studies teacher Seth Brady, with more than two decades in the classroom, was surprised with the honor at his school, where colleagues and students say his impact goes far beyond the classroom.
A longtime Naperville Central teacher has been named the 2026 Illinois Teacher of the Year. Social studies teacher Seth Brady, with more than two decades in the classroom, was surprised with the honor at his school, where colleagues and students say his impact goes far beyond the classroom.
Realistic-looking water guns spark safety concerns across Midwest after Indiana case
A growing trend involving realistic-looking water guns is raising alarm among parents, law enforcement, and community leaders across the Midwest—especially after a recent felony case involving a high school student in Northwest Indiana.
A growing trend involving realistic-looking water guns is raising alarm among parents, law enforcement, and community leaders across the Midwest—especially after a recent felony case involving a high school student in Northwest Indiana.
Titanic exhibit at Volo Museum floods on the day the real ship went down in 1912
The Titanic exhibit at the Volo Museum flooded again. On the exact day the titanic went down in 1912. Joanie Lum has the answers.
The Titanic exhibit at the Volo Museum flooded again. On the exact day the titanic went down in 1912. Joanie Lum has the answers.
FAA to cut daily flights at O'Hare Airport
A decision tonight from the FAA on flight cuts at O'Hare. The agency has been talking about doing this for months but today-- they made it official.
A decision tonight from the FAA on flight cuts at O'Hare. The agency has been talking about doing this for months but today-- they made it official.
Naperville teacher named Illinois Teacher of the Year
Seth Brady was named 2026 Illinois Teacher of Year -- the state's top award for teachers.
Seth Brady was named 2026 Illinois Teacher of Year -- the state's top award for teachers.
Water guns raising real safety concerns for kids after Indiana felony
We’ve already seen a high school senior in northwest Indiana face a felony charge connected to one of these incidents.
We’ve already seen a high school senior in northwest Indiana face a felony charge connected to one of these incidents.
Daughter of Blue Island man found dead plans book to help families
It's been a little over a month since Dan Davis' body was found. He was a Blue Island father that was reported missing last November. His daughter says she's writing a book to help other families of missing people.
It's been a little over a month since Dan Davis' body was found. He was a Blue Island father that was reported missing last November. His daughter says she's writing a book to help other families of missing people.
Family of South Side crash victim files wrongful death lawsuit
On the south side, a fatal crash from January just took another turn. The family of the man who died filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the driver. Kasey Chronis is live on the south side -- and Kasey, we just heard from the victim's sister.
On the south side, a fatal crash from January just took another turn. The family of the man who died filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the driver. Kasey Chronis is live on the south side -- and Kasey, we just heard from the victim's sister.
CPS parents seek answers ahead of May 1st protests
May Day protests are just over two weeks away and some still aren't sure what that means for their kids' classes. Gov. Pritzker also weighed in today and said he has some questions too.
May Day protests are just over two weeks away and some still aren't sure what that means for their kids' classes. Gov. Pritzker also weighed in today and said he has some questions too.
Heavy rains lead to major flooding from Des Plaines River
The Des Plaines River is flooding in some areas and impacting local businesses. FOX Chicago's Bret Buganski reports.
The Des Plaines River is flooding in some areas and impacting local businesses. FOX Chicago's Bret Buganski reports.
Iran War: Blockade in place with more talks possible
Something shifted in the Middle East conversation. President Trump says Lebanon and Israel agreed to a ten-day ceasefire. It’s unclear how this changes talks between the U.S. and Iran.
Something shifted in the Middle East conversation. President Trump says Lebanon and Israel agreed to a ten-day ceasefire. It’s unclear how this changes talks between the U.S. and Iran.
Study finds no link between Tylenol use in pregnancy and autism risk | ChicagoLIVE
New research finds no association between prenatal Tylenol use and autism.
New research finds no association between prenatal Tylenol use and autism.
Feds seek to override Illinois swipe-fee ban amid legal battle | ChicagoLIVE
With Illinois’ swipe-fee ban set to take effect in July, the federal government is stepping in, potentially halting a first-of-its-kind law.
With Illinois’ swipe-fee ban set to take effect in July, the federal government is stepping in, potentially halting a first-of-its-kind law.
Man confesses to using car to intimidate, impede federal agents during Operation Midway Blitz: prosecutors
A man admitted to using his vehicle to impede and interfere with federal immigration agents during Operation Midway Blitz in Chicago, according to prosecutors.
A man admitted to using his vehicle to impede and interfere with federal immigration agents during Operation Midway Blitz in Chicago, according to prosecutors.
Avi Loeb reviews ‘Project Hail Mary’ – here’s what Hollywood got wrong | ChicagoLIVE
Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb reviews “Project Hail Mary”, examining how science compares to real-world efforts to detect extraterrestrial life.
Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb reviews “Project Hail Mary”, examining how science compares to real-world efforts to detect extraterrestrial life.