Illinois woman disappears on trip with boyfriend who returned home without her, mother says

The mother of a woman who vanished on a trip with her boyfriend in Illinois told Fox News Digital that "he has changed his story a couple times" as police search for her.

Chicago lobbyist John Kelly talks mayoral bid, Amtrak rail facility and school board endorsement
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Chicago lobbyist John Kelly sits down with FOX Chicago to talk about his campaign for mayor, why he wants to block Amtrak's plan to build a rail facility in Bridgeport his Victor Henderson endorsement for school board president, and more.

Exclusive: Rahm Emanuel discusses Bears, Chicago’s debt and what’s next for him
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Former Chicago mayor Rahm Emanuel is touting his work to expand mentorship programs for local kids. FOX Chicago's Brandon Pope sat down with him in an exclusive interview.

Chicago rat problem: Are people making it worse by feeding rats in Lincoln Park?
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It's no secret that Chicago has a rat problem. But, some people may be making it worse. Have you seen these rat holes in Lincoln Park with fancy looking nuts nearby? 

Wigs fly during South Loop salon brawl; owner says it's another temporary setback

Wigs flying, punches landing and a South Loop hair boutique caught in the middle of a physical confrontation. For one Chicago small-business owner, it's the latest setback in a years-long struggle to protect his livelihood.

What Christa Pike said when she woke up Tuesday

Christa Pike was "angry and confused about everything" after waking up in a hospital bed days after Tennessee's failed execution attempt.

Wigs fly during South Loop salon brawl; owner says it's another temporary setback
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Wigs flying, punches landing and a South Loop hair boutique caught in the middle of a physical confrontation. For one Chicago small-business owner, it's the latest setback in a years-long struggle to protect his livelihood.

Little Village community demands answers in officer-involved shooting
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Community leaders in Little Village are demanding answers after an off-duty Chicago police officer opened fire on a group of people early Sunday morning. 

Nidal Hasan execution in Fort Hood to be livestreamed publicly, Hegseth says

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was asked about the execution of Nidal Hasan, the Army psychiatrist who killed 13 people and wounded dozens more in 2009, for the first time, since the time and location was approved on Tuesday.

Lurie Children's and FOX Chicago team up to fundraise $10,000 for Lurie's Chicago Marathon Team
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FOX Chicago and Lurie Children's are teaming up to fundraise $10,000 that will go directly to patients and programs at Lurie Children's through the Lurie's Chicago Marathon Team. There is still time to donate. https://events.luriechildrens.org/marathon-team/fox-chicago-?link_source=ta_first_comment&taid=6a2eb582772e2600017139e3 

Cook County budget: Preckwinkle avoids layoffs, new taxes, but warns of tough 2028

Preckwinkle says the county is “tightening its belt" so that they are not asking residents for a single additional dollar this year, while absorbing a $550 million gap.

Cook County budget: Preckwinkle avoids layoffs, new taxes, but warns of tough 2028
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Preckwinkle says the county is “tightening its belt" so that they are not asking residents for a single additional dollar this year, while absorbing a $550 million gap.

Acetaminophen sold on Amazon recalled over complaints

Amazon shoppers: check your medicine cabinet. More than 112,000 bottles of Amazon-brand Acetaminophen have been recalled, according to the FDA.

Margaret Hamilton, Apollo program pioneer and Midwest native, dies at 90

Margaret Hamilton, a pioneer in computer engineering as well as space technology, has died at age 90. Her history includes her Midwestern roots before she moved to Boston.