Valparaiso student files lawsuit over concussion, says high school 'completely failed me'
Malakai Solomon says his life has changed since suffering a concussion during an unpadded football practice five months ago. FOX Chicago's Bret Buganski explains the lawsuit and the allegations against his high school.
Malakai Solomon says his life has changed since suffering a concussion during an unpadded football practice five months ago. FOX Chicago's Bret Buganski explains the lawsuit and the allegations against his high school.
Operation New Dawn targets the 'worst of the worst' in Chicago-area crime
Federal authorities charged 179 people as part of Operation New Dawn, a two-month anti-violence initiative targeting Chicago crime during the spring and summer months. FOX Chicago's Joanie Lum explains what this crackdown accomplished.
Federal authorities charged 179 people as part of Operation New Dawn, a two-month anti-violence initiative targeting Chicago crime during the spring and summer months. FOX Chicago's Joanie Lum explains what this crackdown accomplished.
'Dibs' tradition returns for Evanston's 4th of July Celebration | ChicagoLIVE
Evanston's Fourth of July Celebration comes with a tradition of its own. Days before the parade, residents line the route with chairs to claim the best spots.
Evanston's Fourth of July Celebration comes with a tradition of its own. Days before the parade, residents line the route with chairs to claim the best spots.
606 Trail sexual assault suspect detained after man with baseball bat intervenes
A man accused of sexually assaulting a woman on The 606 Trail is in custody after neighbors intervened and detained him with the help of a baseball bat, authorities said.
A man accused of sexually assaulting a woman on The 606 Trail is in custody after neighbors intervened and detained him with the help of a baseball bat, authorities said.
Red, white & zoo: Brookfield Zoo Chicago to celebrate America 250 | ChicagoLIVE
Add Brookfield Zoo Chicago to your list of stops for America 250 celebrations! Julianne Olivo, director of PR, joins ChicagoLIVE to break down the festivities.
Add Brookfield Zoo Chicago to your list of stops for America 250 celebrations! Julianne Olivo, director of PR, joins ChicagoLIVE to break down the festivities.
Chicago must replace all of its lead pipes, an estimated $12B project | ChicagoLIVE
Chicago has more lead pipes than any other city in the nation, and a federal mandate now requires all of them to be replaced. Chakena Sims of the National Resources Defense Council joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the project.
Chicago has more lead pipes than any other city in the nation, and a federal mandate now requires all of them to be replaced. Chakena Sims of the National Resources Defense Council joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the project.
Operation New Dawn: 179 charged in massive Chicago-area crackdown
Federal prosecutors announced Thursday that 179 people have been charged in connection with violent crimes as part of a new initiative aimed at disrupting violence during the spring and summer months.
Federal prosecutors announced Thursday that 179 people have been charged in connection with violent crimes as part of a new initiative aimed at disrupting violence during the spring and summer months.
Chicago weather: Expect rain and heat for July 4th weekend
Chicago will have high heat again with thunderstorms knocking.
Chicago will have high heat again with thunderstorms knocking.
Former Olympian indicted for felony vandalism at DC Reflecting Pool
Former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn, 67, has been indicted on a felony charge for allegedly tearing up sealant at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on June 19.
Former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn, 67, has been indicted on a felony charge for allegedly tearing up sealant at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on June 19.
Nancy Guthrie: California man pleads guilty to sending 'imposter ransom demand'
A California man who authorities say sent an "imposter ransom demand" to Nancy Guthrie's family members pleaded guilty to charges on Thursday.
A California man who authorities say sent an "imposter ransom demand" to Nancy Guthrie's family members pleaded guilty to charges on Thursday.
How to identify abuse in youth sports | ChicagoLIVE
A nonprofit organization called #WeRideTogether helps protect youth athletes from things like abuse and too much pressure. Program and partnerships director Kathryn McClain joins ChicagoLIVE to talk about the initiative.
A nonprofit organization called #WeRideTogether helps protect youth athletes from things like abuse and too much pressure. Program and partnerships director Kathryn McClain joins ChicagoLIVE to talk about the initiative.
2 suburban Chicago men charged after police discover cache of guns, drugs
Two Palatine men are facing felony charges after police say a home search turned up drugs, guns, and body armor during a narcotics investigation.
Two Palatine men are facing felony charges after police say a home search turned up drugs, guns, and body armor during a narcotics investigation.
Operation New Dawn: 179 charged in massive Chicago-area anti-violence crackdown
Federal prosecutors announced Thursday that 179 people have been charged in connection with violent crimes as part of a new initiative aimed at disrupting violence during the spring and summer months.
Federal prosecutors announced Thursday that 179 people have been charged in connection with violent crimes as part of a new initiative aimed at disrupting violence during the spring and summer months.
FBI Chicago leader says he'll leave after being told to retire, AP reports
In a farewell message, Douglas DePodesta reportedly suggested a conflict led to his departure. Here's what we know.
In a farewell message, Douglas DePodesta reportedly suggested a conflict led to his departure. Here's what we know.
Tennessee university to pay professor $1.9M after calling Charlie Kirk a 'disgusting psychopath'
A University of Tennessee professor will receive $1.9 million to settle a lawsuit after being disciplined over social media posts criticizing conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
A University of Tennessee professor will receive $1.9 million to settle a lawsuit after being disciplined over social media posts criticizing conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Illinois launches new Department of Early Childhood
Governor JB Pritzker signed legislation that took effect July 1 creating a new Illinois Department of Early Childhood. Illinois previously had three agencies handling early childhood services, which are now combined into one department.
Governor JB Pritzker signed legislation that took effect July 1 creating a new Illinois Department of Early Childhood. Illinois previously had three agencies handling early childhood services, which are now combined into one department.
Man fatally shot after fight over Walmart parking spot
A Florida man was shot and killed by a woman after a verbal argument over a parking spot at Walmart led to a deadly shooting.
A Florida man was shot and killed by a woman after a verbal argument over a parking spot at Walmart led to a deadly shooting.
Amazon shooting: Food delivery driver charged with murder outside Matteson facility
A food delivery driver has been charged with murder in the fatal shooting of 26-year-old Dylan Perkins outside the Amazon fulfillment center in Matteson late Sunday night.
A food delivery driver has been charged with murder in the fatal shooting of 26-year-old Dylan Perkins outside the Amazon fulfillment center in Matteson late Sunday night.
Octavia Redmond murder: Teen sentenced to 5 years in juvenile detention
A teen who pleaded guilty to fatally shooting US Postal Service worker Octavia Redmond when he was 15 years old was sentenced to five years in juvenile detention.
A teen who pleaded guilty to fatally shooting US Postal Service worker Octavia Redmond when he was 15 years old was sentenced to five years in juvenile detention.
TMZ: Wedding guest claims Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce's ceremony will not be at MSG
With the rumored big day just one day away, TMZ's Deven Rall shares the latest reports surrounding Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
With the rumored big day just one day away, TMZ's Deven Rall shares the latest reports surrounding Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.