Explosion sparks massive apartment fire in Des Plaines, multiple injured
Investigators are working to determine the cause of a powerful overnight explosion and fire that tore through a Des Plaines apartment building, injuring several residents and displacing families.
Investigators are working to determine the cause of a powerful overnight explosion and fire that tore through a Des Plaines apartment building, injuring several residents and displacing families.
Susan Smith eligible for parole again after being denied release for drowning her 2 sons in 1994
South Carolina killer mom Susan Smith is back up for parole once again after she was convicted of drowning her two young children.
South Carolina killer mom Susan Smith is back up for parole once again after she was convicted of drowning her two young children.
How MetroSquash is changing lives with help from Greater Chicago Food Depository
MetroSquash is doing more than teaching a sport. It is helping change lives. The Woodlawn-based program helps Chicago students succeed both on and off the court, combining squash training with academic support that continues through college. With support from the Greater Chicago Food Depository, students also receive meals that help fuel their success. This visit is part of FOX 32 Cares’ effort to raise $15,000, enough to provide 45,000 meals for kids this summer.
MetroSquash is doing more than teaching a sport. It is helping change lives. The Woodlawn-based program helps Chicago students succeed both on and off the court, combining squash training with academic support that continues through college. With support from the Greater Chicago Food Depository, students also receive meals that help fuel their success. This visit is part of FOX 32 Cares’ effort to raise $15,000, enough to provide 45,000 meals for kids this summer.
Chicago airbag thefts: Dozens of vehicles targeted in crime spree
Chicago police are warning residents after thieves broke into dozens of cars and stole airbags last month.
Chicago police are warning residents after thieves broke into dozens of cars and stole airbags last month.
Officials warn of banking spoof callers draining customers' accounts
Officials are warning customers about banking spoof calls that could trick them into emptying their accounts. Here's what to know.
Officials are warning customers about banking spoof calls that could trick them into emptying their accounts. Here's what to know.
Mexico Week brings citywide celebrations beyond Cinco de Mayo
Mexican officials highlight how Mexico Week events across Chicago aim to celebrate culture, build community connections, and showcase traditions beyond the holiday.
Mexican officials highlight how Mexico Week events across Chicago aim to celebrate culture, build community connections, and showcase traditions beyond the holiday.
Tickets now available for Obama Presidential Center as volunteer push begins
The Obama Foundation shares details on museum experiences, opening plans, and a new ambassador program inviting the public to get involved ahead of the center’s debut.
The Obama Foundation shares details on museum experiences, opening plans, and a new ambassador program inviting the public to get involved ahead of the center’s debut.
CNN founder Ted Turner dies at 87
Media mogul and CNN founder Ted Turner has died at the age of 87, according to Turner Enterprises.
Media mogul and CNN founder Ted Turner has died at the age of 87, according to Turner Enterprises.
Suburban Chicago man charged with having, sharing child sexual abuse material
Prosecutors say a suburban Chicago man is facing serious felony charges tied to child sexual abuse material.
Prosecutors say a suburban Chicago man is facing serious felony charges tied to child sexual abuse material.
Florida woman charged after disturbing video shows dog being thrown and kicked: HCSO
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office released disturbing footage of a dog being thrown twice and kicked on Thursday.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office released disturbing footage of a dog being thrown twice and kicked on Thursday.
Gas prices surge in Illinois and Indiana, outpacing national average
GasBuddy analyst Patrick De Haan explains why fuel costs are climbing faster in the Midwest and what rising gas and diesel prices could mean for consumers and everyday expenses.
GasBuddy analyst Patrick De Haan explains why fuel costs are climbing faster in the Midwest and what rising gas and diesel prices could mean for consumers and everyday expenses.
Agreement reached in Brookfield Zoo strike
Brookfield Zoo Chicago workers have reached a deal with management to end a strike that began earlier this week after contract negotiations broke down.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago workers have reached a deal with management to end a strike that began earlier this week after contract negotiations broke down.
Expert analysis: Trump pauses 'Project Freedom' as U.S. weighs risks in Strait of Hormuz
Stefano Ritondale from Artorias breaks down the challenges, potential Iranian resistance, and global stakes as the U.S. halts efforts to secure key shipping routes in the Strait of Hormuz.
Stefano Ritondale from Artorias breaks down the challenges, potential Iranian resistance, and global stakes as the U.S. halts efforts to secure key shipping routes in the Strait of Hormuz.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago strike ends as workers, management reach deal
More than 100 Brookfield Zoo workers have reached a deal with management to end a strike that began earlier this week after contract negotiations broke down.
More than 100 Brookfield Zoo workers have reached a deal with management to end a strike that began earlier this week after contract negotiations broke down.
Scratch-off lottery ticket nets winner $1M in Chicago suburb
A woman landed a $1 million prize after buying a $50 scratch-off ticket in a Chicago suburb.
A woman landed a $1 million prize after buying a $50 scratch-off ticket in a Chicago suburb.
Obama Presidential Center museum tickets go on sale today
Tickets for the Obama Presidential Center museum go on sale today. Here’s what to know before it opens.
Tickets for the Obama Presidential Center museum go on sale today. Here’s what to know before it opens.
Chicago man busted for stealing from railcars on South Side: officials
A man is facing felony charges after officials said he was caught stealing merchandise from railcars last week near the Chicago Skyway.
A man is facing felony charges after officials said he was caught stealing merchandise from railcars last week near the Chicago Skyway.
Chicago man who died after falling into Lake Michigan identified
Chicago police say a man died after falling into Lake Michigan Tuesday night on the city's South Side.
Chicago police say a man died after falling into Lake Michigan Tuesday night on the city's South Side.
Reported explosion, condo fire in Chicago suburb
Five people were hospitalized after a reported explosion and condominium fire early Wednesday morning in Chicago's northwest suburbs.
Five people were hospitalized after a reported explosion and condominium fire early Wednesday morning in Chicago's northwest suburbs.
7 hospitalized after reported explosion, condo fire in Des Plaines
Seven people were hospitalized after a reported explosion and condo fire early Wednesday morning in Chicago's northwest suburbs.
Seven people were hospitalized after a reported explosion and condo fire early Wednesday morning in Chicago's northwest suburbs.