Chicago crowds head to the beach amid dangerous heat wave
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Chicago crowds gathered at the beach today as temperatures soared in the 90s amid the dangerous heat wave this week.  

Birthright citizenship ruling, combatting Chicago crime | The Chicago Report
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The Supreme Court made two significant rulings on Tuesday, sparking lots of reaction. And, a nonprofit group in Chicago is stepping up to help combat crime on CTA trains during the Fourth of July holiday weekend. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." 

Chicago immigrant groups celebrate SCOTUS birthright ruling: 'A moment to engage'

In Chicago, dozens of local immigrant rights organizations gathered to celebrate the decision but said the fight over immigration rights is far from over.

'Violence Interrupters' to patrol CTA trains for July 4th | The Chicago Report
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Two recent robberies on the CTA Blue Line and a shooting that killed a CTA worker has led to renewed safety concerns. The nonprofit group 'Violence Interrupters' launched their own patrols on the Blue Line to hand out safety tips and protect riders.

Michael Byrne, 'Harry Potter,' 'Indiana Jones' actor, dies: Reports

Michael Byrne, an actor known for his work in “Harry Potter," “Braveheart" and “Indiana Jones," has died, according to reports. He was 82.

FOX Chicago's Dawn Hasbrouck signs off after 16 years
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After almost 17 years at FOX Chicago, Dawn Hasbrouck is signing off for the last time. Our news team sends her well wishes 

The ultimate Chicago history crash course in 250 seconds
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As the country celebrates its 250th birthday, we are taking a closer look at Chicago's past. We went to the Chicago History Museum to get a rundown of how our city came to be -- in 250 seconds. 

ACLU of Illinois responds as Supreme Court upholds transgender athlete bans
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We're talking more about the Supreme Court's decision today, upholding the state bans on transgender athletes from participating in school sports. Joining us is Ed Yohnka, the director of communications and public policy with the ACLU of Illinois. 

Customs officers use Heimlich maneuver to save choking toddler

U.S. customs officers are being celebrated for saving the life of a toddler who was suffering a seizure at a Baltimore airport and started choking.

Chicago immigrant groups celebrate Supreme Court birthright citizenship ruling
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Local reaction to the SCOTUS decision is pouring in. More than 30 Chicago immigrant rights organizations gathered Tuesday afternoon to celebrate SCOTUS' birthright citizenship ruling. 

'Tie Tuesday' gives Chicago kids a reason to dress up — and stand tall
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It's more than just fashion for some Chicago kids -- the tie means something special to them. Photojournalist Jonathan Young introduces us to 'Tie Tuesday.'