Virginia redistricting update: Judge blocks certification of new congressional maps

A Virginia judge has blocked certification of the state’s newly approved congressional maps, striking down the election certification less than a day after voters backed the mid‑term redistricting plan.

Families of Chatham crash victims file lawsuit, seek accountability nearly a year later
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Attorney Lance D. Northcutt from Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard outlines the legal claims, the families’ push for justice and safety changes, and how loved ones are coping after a crash that killed five and seriously injured several children.

Grant Park food truck works to rebuild after fire
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A food truck in Grant Park was completely taken out by a fire, and now they're starting over to serve the community the love.  Lauren Scafidi shows us how Squeels on Wheels is working to rebuild. 

Mother speaks out after teen killed in Hyde Park shooting

The mother of a 16-year-old boy shot and killed at a Hyde Park bus stop is speaking publicly for the first time, demanding answers as no arrests have been made.

Mother demands arrest after deadly shooting in Hyde Park
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The mother of the 16-year-old boy that was shot and killed at a bus stop on the South Side is speaking out for the first time tonight. She's furious because she says police know who the shooter is and no one has been arrested.      Leslie Moreno has been following this story. She joins us live with more from the mother.

Man killed, 3 women hospitalized after Little Village shooting, police say
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A man is dead and three women are hospitalized — one in critical condition — following a shooting Wednesday in Chicago’s Little Village neighborhood, authorities said.

Illinois House approved 'mega projects' bill
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As the Bears could be  one step closer to building a new stadium Illinois.  The Illinois state house passes the "mega projects" bill. Now the Illinois governor is weighing in. That bill now heads to the Illinois state senate where there are sure to be questions about it.  Our Paris Schutz breaks down what you need to know.

Chicago weather: Warm-up before overnight storm chances

After a quiet night, temperatures will warm into the upper 70s and 80s Thursday before thunderstorms move in late, followed by a cooler, mostly dry weekend and more rain chances early next week.

After losing everything in fire, Grant Park food truck serves again

A Grant Park food truck business is back up and running after a devastating fire destroyed its original setup earlier this year.

Former Aloha motel converted into housing | The Chicago Report
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An abandoned Cicero Avenue motel in the Ashburn neighborhood is getting a facelift. Now, the former Aloha Motel will become a transitional housing shelter. 

Millionaire's tax tied to 'mega projects' bill? | The Chicago Report
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The Bears' 'mega projects' bill has been the talk of the town all week. But, another major proposal is now tied to its fate -- the millionaire's tax. Former Illinois Governor Pat Quinn joins us.