Suburban Chicago fire causes $8M in damage

A late-night fire in Naperville caused an estimated $8 million in damage Thursday, officials said.

Woman allegedly planned to kill husband, burn home amid financial struggles, sheriff says

A 58-year-old North Carolina woman has been charged with attempted first-degree murder after investigators say she admitted to attacking her husband while he slept because of alleged financial difficulties.

Chicago overnight crime: 2 wounded, 1 dead across South Side

Two men were wounded in separate shootings and another man was found dead with head injuries in unrelated incidents overnight across Chicago.

Pope Leo XIV receives Liberty Medal, delivers address ahead of America's 250th anniversary
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Pope Leo XIV delivered virtual remarks from the Vatican during a ceremony at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia ahead of America's 250th anniversary. Video Courtesy: National Constitution Center

Independence Hall: A look inside the birthplace of America's founding
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Philadelphia, the birthplace of America, is celebrating the creation of its most important founding documents for America 250: the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution. FOX News' Pete Cuddihy reports live from Philadelphia.

Ald. Raymond Lopez on creating safe spaces for Chicago's youth
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Ald. Raymond Lopez (15th) joins Good Day Chicago to discuss solutions to teen takeovers and how to create safe spaces for Chicago's youth.

Grammy-winning singer Anthony Hamilton to headline Matteson's Independence Day celebration
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Matteson is celebrating Independence Day with a performance by Grammy-winning singer Anthony Hamilton. The mayor of Matteson joins Good Day Chicago to share more about the festivities.

Viral Chicago rat attack story leads to eye-saving diagnosis

A Chicago man whose story of waking up to what he believed was a rat chewing on his face captured the attention of millions is now receiving treatment after doctors watching FOX Chicago’s report stepped in to help.

Viral Chicago rat attack story leads to eye-saving diagnosis
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A Rogers Park man's viral story about waking up to what he believed was a rat chewing on his face led doctors to identify and treat a serious eye infection that could have caused permanent vision loss.

Chicago's Fed Money Museum celebrates 25 years with a milestone makeover
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The Chicago Fed Money Museum is celebrating its 25th anniversary with new exhibits. Museum Team Lead Jennifer Bridge joins Good Day Chicago to share what visitors can expect.

How Chicago communities are working to prevent Fourth of July weekend violence
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Although last year's Fourth of July weekend saw less violence than in recent years, community leaders are still preparing for any potential crime. FOX Chicago's Brittany Toolis looks at the efforts helping neighborhoods stay safe over the holiday.

July 4th fireworks: How to watch & stream fireworks displays from across the US

On July 4, 2026, our nation commemorates and celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Celebrations and fireworks displays will take place across the country. Here's how to watch live and stream fireworks displays from across the U.S.

Guns could be shipped directly to homes under major rule change

A new rule proposed by the Trump administration would allow the direct shipment of guns to buyer’s homes in what could be one of the biggest changes to gun regulations in recent history.

CTA passengers escorted to safety after tree on tracks derails train

CTA Yellow Line passengers in Evanston were forced to evacuate a train late Thursday after a storm knocked a tree onto the tracks, causing the train to derail.

CTA passengers escorted to safety after tree lands on tracks
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A tree crashed onto the Yellow Line tracks on Thursday night and dozens of CTA passengers had to be helped off the elevated train.

Homicides in Chicago up slightly so far in 2026, data shows

Homicides in Chicago have increased slightly during the first six months of 2026, according to preliminary data.