Chicago's minimum wage set to increase July 1st: What you need to know
The city's minimum wage will increase to $17.05 an hour tomorrow, alongside several new employment laws taking effect.
The city's minimum wage will increase to $17.05 an hour tomorrow, alongside several new employment laws taking effect.
Supreme Court rulings draw mixed reactions
The Supreme Court released decisions in several high-profile cases early Tuesday. The rulings quickly sparked mixed reactions from the pubic and politicians across the country.
The Supreme Court released decisions in several high-profile cases early Tuesday. The rulings quickly sparked mixed reactions from the pubic and politicians across the country.
VIDEO: Sheridan Gorman's mother delivers emotional testimony on Capitol Hill
The mother of slain Loyola student Sheridan Gorman delivered an emotional plea to lawmakers Tuesday, urging Congress to reconsider sanctuary polices and immigration enforcement.
The mother of slain Loyola student Sheridan Gorman delivered an emotional plea to lawmakers Tuesday, urging Congress to reconsider sanctuary polices and immigration enforcement.
Joliet man arrested in fatal 2024 hit-and-run that killed bicyclist, police say
A Joliet man is in custody in connection with a fatal hit-and-run crash that killed a bicyclist in October 2024, police said.
A Joliet man is in custody in connection with a fatal hit-and-run crash that killed a bicyclist in October 2024, police said.
Chicago heat wave draws large crowds to beaches as temperatures soar
Cooling centers are open across the city of Chicago amid the dangerous heat wave this week, but many are finding relief at Chicago beaches. FOX Chicago's Joanie Lum reports.
Cooling centers are open across the city of Chicago amid the dangerous heat wave this week, but many are finding relief at Chicago beaches. FOX Chicago's Joanie Lum reports.
'Tell her story and demand better:' Mother of Sheridan Gorman decries daughter's killing
Sheridan Gorman was killed at a Rogers Park beach in March. Today her mother testified on Capitol Hill about sanctuary city policies and sharing her story.
Sheridan Gorman was killed at a Rogers Park beach in March. Today her mother testified on Capitol Hill about sanctuary city policies and sharing her story.
Chicago's creative sector is the city's third-largest industry, generating $50B | ChicagoLIVE
Chicago is known for its vibrant arts scene, and it has now grown into the city’s third-largest industry. Sam Thousand of Art Alliance Illinois joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss what this means for the city.
Chicago is known for its vibrant arts scene, and it has now grown into the city’s third-largest industry. Sam Thousand of Art Alliance Illinois joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss what this means for the city.
Pritzker to make Illinois first state to require coverage for preeclampsia testing | ChicagoLIVE
Preeclampsia is a leading cause of death in pregnancy, and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is now requiring insurance to cover preeclampsia testing. Kara Boeldt, founder of End Preeclampsia, joins ChicagoLIVE to explain why its so important.
Preeclampsia is a leading cause of death in pregnancy, and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is now requiring insurance to cover preeclampsia testing. Kara Boeldt, founder of End Preeclampsia, joins ChicagoLIVE to explain why its so important.
Two Chicago men charged with armed carjacking on NW Side
Two Chicago men are facing felony charges after police say they hijacked a man’s vehicle by gunpoint Sunday.
Two Chicago men are facing felony charges after police say they hijacked a man’s vehicle by gunpoint Sunday.
Mundelein Police officer dies in off-duty motorcycle crash: 'Heartbreaking loss'
A Mundelein Police officer died Sunday in McHenry after crashing his motorcycle.
A Mundelein Police officer died Sunday in McHenry after crashing his motorcycle.
Chicago swelters under Extreme Heat Warning
Dangerous heat will continue across Chicago through Thursday before storms bring a chance for relief heading into the holiday weekend.
Dangerous heat will continue across Chicago through Thursday before storms bring a chance for relief heading into the holiday weekend.
Man charged after recording boy urinating in Woodfield Mall: police
A man has been charged with recording a boy who was using the bathroom last week inside Woodfield Mall.
A man has been charged with recording a boy who was using the bathroom last week inside Woodfield Mall.
Deep dive into Supreme Court rulings on birthright citizenship, transgender athletes and more
The Supreme Court delivered rulings on three major cases before beginning its summer recess, addressing birthright citizenship, transgender athletes in girls’ sports, and how much political parties can spend in elections.
The Supreme Court delivered rulings on three major cases before beginning its summer recess, addressing birthright citizenship, transgender athletes in girls’ sports, and how much political parties can spend in elections.
Man wins $50K lawsuit after protesting, trolling national guard with Darth Vader theme song
The District of Columbia has agreed to a $50,000 settlement to resolve a lawsuit from a man who claimed police detained him for playing Darth Vader's theme song while following an Ohio National Guard patrol.
The District of Columbia has agreed to a $50,000 settlement to resolve a lawsuit from a man who claimed police detained him for playing Darth Vader's theme song while following an Ohio National Guard patrol.
Oak Park releases video of fatal gas station police shooting
Oak Park officials have released video of the fatal police-involved shooting of Christian Wallace that occurred on May 31.
Oak Park officials have released video of the fatal police-involved shooting of Christian Wallace that occurred on May 31.
Research suggests Illinois could save millions by cutting some women's prison sentences
New research suggests Illinois could save millions by shortening prison sentences for some women with little impact on violent crime. Colette Payne and Deanne Benos of the Women's Justice Institute discuss what these findings could mean for the criminal justice system.
New research suggests Illinois could save millions by shortening prison sentences for some women with little impact on violent crime. Colette Payne and Deanne Benos of the Women's Justice Institute discuss what these findings could mean for the criminal justice system.
Cook County assault weapon ban: Supreme Court to hear challenge
The Supreme Court will hear a major Second Amendment case that could determine the future of Cook County's assault weapon ban.
The Supreme Court will hear a major Second Amendment case that could determine the future of Cook County's assault weapon ban.
Despite the heat, Chicago teens are still getting involved in nature
Teens in the After School Matters Design.Build.Grow.Eat. program are getting hands-on experience in gardening. Participants joined Good Day Chicago to discuss how the program helps build valuable skills.
Teens in the After School Matters Design.Build.Grow.Eat. program are getting hands-on experience in gardening. Participants joined Good Day Chicago to discuss how the program helps build valuable skills.
Breaking down the Supreme Court's ruling on birthright citizenship
Tuesday morning brought several major Supreme Court decisions, including a ruling against limits on birthright citizenship. Northwestern Law Professor Paul Gowder joins Good Day Chicago explain what the decision means.
Tuesday morning brought several major Supreme Court decisions, including a ruling against limits on birthright citizenship. Northwestern Law Professor Paul Gowder joins Good Day Chicago explain what the decision means.
Illinois leaders react to birthright citizenship ruling by Supreme Court
Reactions from Illinois politicians are coming in after the Supreme Court ruled President Donald Trump’s 2025 order on birthright citizenship is unconstitutional.
Reactions from Illinois politicians are coming in after the Supreme Court ruled President Donald Trump’s 2025 order on birthright citizenship is unconstitutional.