SUV crashes into bicyclist, rolls over on Chicago's SW Side
An SUV crashed into a bicyclist and rolled over Thursday night on Chicago's Southwest Side.
An SUV crashed into a bicyclist and rolled over Thursday night on Chicago's Southwest Side.
Chicago weather: Severe storm threat returns tonight with possibility of tornadoes
After morning fog and near-80 highs, severe storms are expected tonight before cooler weekend conditions.
After morning fog and near-80 highs, severe storms are expected tonight before cooler weekend conditions.
Naperville teacher named IL Teacher of the Year
It was a huge surprise at a local high school. One teacher thought it was just another day and then he was awarded the honor of a lifetime this afternoon. Lauren Scafidi brings us to Naperville Central High School.
It was a huge surprise at a local high school. One teacher thought it was just another day and then he was awarded the honor of a lifetime this afternoon. Lauren Scafidi brings us to Naperville Central High School.
Titanic exhibit at Volo Museum floods
A strange thing happened at the Volo Museum. The Titanic exhibit flooded on the anniversary of the ship sinking in 1912. Joanie Lum has more on this odd occurrence.
A strange thing happened at the Volo Museum. The Titanic exhibit flooded on the anniversary of the ship sinking in 1912. Joanie Lum has more on this odd occurrence.
Realistic-looking water guns raising safety concerns for kids
Tonight, a warning for parents. A popular water gun being sold right now could put your child in serious danger. Tia Ewing has more on what you need to know.
Tonight, a warning for parents. A popular water gun being sold right now could put your child in serious danger. Tia Ewing has more on what you need to know.
Helping other families of missing people with a new book
It’s been just over a month since the body of a missing Blue Island father was found after a nationwide search. Now, his daughter is turning that painful experience into something she hopes can help others - going through the same thing. Leslie Moreno is live in Marionette Park with her story.
It’s been just over a month since the body of a missing Blue Island father was found after a nationwide search. Now, his daughter is turning that painful experience into something she hopes can help others - going through the same thing. Leslie Moreno is live in Marionette Park with her story.
Heavy rain floods the Des Plaines River
Tonight, several of you are dealing with flooding. It comes after days of heavy rain this week. And as you heard it's not over. Bret Buganski shows you how it is already impacting one business.
Tonight, several of you are dealing with flooding. It comes after days of heavy rain this week. And as you heard it's not over. Bret Buganski shows you how it is already impacting one business.
Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed a 10-day ceasefire
President Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire as pressure continues for Iran to agree to a deal.
President Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire as pressure continues for Iran to agree to a deal.
Pepsi price cuts drive sales jump: What to know
PepsiCo’s decision to lower prices and cut artificial ingredients has paid off in the first quarter, boosting demand from shoppers.
PepsiCo’s decision to lower prices and cut artificial ingredients has paid off in the first quarter, boosting demand from shoppers.
From loss to purpose: Blue Island daughter writes book after father’s disappearance and death
A month after her father’s body was found, Wendy Davis is writing a book to share her family’s search experience and guide others facing missing loved one cases.
A month after her father’s body was found, Wendy Davis is writing a book to share her family’s search experience and guide others facing missing loved one cases.
Extremist ordinance and teen trends | The Chicago Report
Measure banning extremist ties among officers advances, and Hyde Park residents respond to recent teen trend. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Measure banning extremist ties among officers advances, and Hyde Park residents respond to recent teen trend. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Family files wrongful death lawsuit in fatal Chicago South Side crash
The family of a man killed in a deadly crash on the city's South Side in January has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the other driver involved, alleging reckless and dangerous behavior on the road.
The family of a man killed in a deadly crash on the city's South Side in January has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the other driver involved, alleging reckless and dangerous behavior on the road.
Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons submits resignation letter to DHS secretary
Acting director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Todd Lyons, who presided over the agency amid President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown, is planning to leave his post. Here's what to know.
Acting director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Todd Lyons, who presided over the agency amid President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown, is planning to leave his post. Here's what to know.
Chicago shootings tick up in 2026 | The Chicago Report
After years of declines, Chicago shootings are ticking up in 2026. The city has seen 105 homicides through the first week of April, up slightly from the 98 killings seen in the same time period in 2025, according to city violence data. Another 266 people have suffered non-fatal gunshot injuries since the start of the year. Summer has not even started yet-- and many are concerned the warmer weather may bring more violence. Here to weigh in is former Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson.
After years of declines, Chicago shootings are ticking up in 2026. The city has seen 105 homicides through the first week of April, up slightly from the 98 killings seen in the same time period in 2025, according to city violence data. Another 266 people have suffered non-fatal gunshot injuries since the start of the year. Summer has not even started yet-- and many are concerned the warmer weather may bring more violence. Here to weigh in is former Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson.
Beloved Naperville Central teacher named 2026 Illinois Teacher of the Year
A longtime Naperville Central teacher has been named the 2026 Illinois Teacher of the Year. Social studies teacher Seth Brady, with more than two decades in the classroom, was surprised with the honor at his school, where colleagues and students say his impact goes far beyond the classroom.
A longtime Naperville Central teacher has been named the 2026 Illinois Teacher of the Year. Social studies teacher Seth Brady, with more than two decades in the classroom, was surprised with the honor at his school, where colleagues and students say his impact goes far beyond the classroom.
Realistic-looking water guns spark safety concerns across Midwest after Indiana case
A growing trend involving realistic-looking water guns is raising alarm among parents, law enforcement, and community leaders across the Midwest—especially after a recent felony case involving a high school student in Northwest Indiana.
A growing trend involving realistic-looking water guns is raising alarm among parents, law enforcement, and community leaders across the Midwest—especially after a recent felony case involving a high school student in Northwest Indiana.
Titanic exhibit at Volo Museum floods on the day the real ship went down in 1912
The Titanic exhibit at the Volo Museum flooded again. On the exact day the titanic went down in 1912. Joanie Lum has the answers.
The Titanic exhibit at the Volo Museum flooded again. On the exact day the titanic went down in 1912. Joanie Lum has the answers.
FAA to cut daily flights at O'Hare Airport
A decision tonight from the FAA on flight cuts at O'Hare. The agency has been talking about doing this for months but today-- they made it official.
A decision tonight from the FAA on flight cuts at O'Hare. The agency has been talking about doing this for months but today-- they made it official.
Naperville teacher named Illinois Teacher of the Year
Seth Brady was named 2026 Illinois Teacher of Year -- the state's top award for teachers.
Seth Brady was named 2026 Illinois Teacher of Year -- the state's top award for teachers.
Water guns raising real safety concerns for kids after Indiana felony
We’ve already seen a high school senior in northwest Indiana face a felony charge connected to one of these incidents.
We’ve already seen a high school senior in northwest Indiana face a felony charge connected to one of these incidents.