Illinois rideshare drivers can start forming a union after new law signed | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois is just the third state to allow rideshare drivers to unionize. Bailey Koch-Farwana from Service Employees International Union Local 1 joins ChicagoLIVE to explain the issues the union may bargain for and how it impacts rideshare users.
Illinois is just the third state to allow rideshare drivers to unionize. Bailey Koch-Farwana from Service Employees International Union Local 1 joins ChicagoLIVE to explain the issues the union may bargain for and how it impacts rideshare users.
From sliders to sleds: White Castle helps grow the sport of luge | ChicagoLIVE
White Castle has partnered with USA Luge to support and grow the sport. White Castle Chief Marketing Officer Jamie Richardson and Olympic athlete Gordy Sheer join ChicagoLIVE to discuss the collaboration.
White Castle has partnered with USA Luge to support and grow the sport. White Castle Chief Marketing Officer Jamie Richardson and Olympic athlete Gordy Sheer join ChicagoLIVE to discuss the collaboration.
Are some adult Disney fans taking it too far? | ChicagoLIVE
Some adult Disney fan behavior has sparked debate over when fandom goes too far. Dr. Ana Belmonte, a forensic psychologist at The Chicago School, joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the psychology behind intense fandom and when it may become concerning.
Some adult Disney fan behavior has sparked debate over when fandom goes too far. Dr. Ana Belmonte, a forensic psychologist at The Chicago School, joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the psychology behind intense fandom and when it may become concerning.
Advocacy group Sikhs for Justice to call for Sikh sovereignty through referendum in Indianapolis
Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) is holding an unofficial non-binding referendum vote in Indianapolis Sunday on seceding from India to form an independent Sikh state. SFJ General Counsel Gurpatwant Singh Pannun joins ChicagoLIVE to explain the movement and what the group is planning for this weekend.
Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) is holding an unofficial non-binding referendum vote in Indianapolis Sunday on seceding from India to form an independent Sikh state. SFJ General Counsel Gurpatwant Singh Pannun joins ChicagoLIVE to explain the movement and what the group is planning for this weekend.
Pritzker signs law offering up to $1,000 in flood relief to eligible homeowners
Gov. JB Pritzker signed a new law aimed at helping eligible Illinois homeowners recover from flood damage, following devastating storms and flooding in 2025 that left some families without federal disaster assistance.
Gov. JB Pritzker signed a new law aimed at helping eligible Illinois homeowners recover from flood damage, following devastating storms and flooding in 2025 that left some families without federal disaster assistance.
'Not a data center': Quantum Park CEO on misconceptions about development | ChicagoLIVE
The Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park is often mistaken for a data center, drawing criticism against the development. IQMP CEO Harley Johnson joins ChicagoLIVE in the studio to clear misconceptions and address what they plan to do.
The Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park is often mistaken for a data center, drawing criticism against the development. IQMP CEO Harley Johnson joins ChicagoLIVE in the studio to clear misconceptions and address what they plan to do.
Chicago startup SplitSec uses your phone to detect gunshots | ChicagoLIVE
A Chicago startup is using artificial intelligence to detect gunshot sounds using your phone. SplitSec founder and CEO Sri Deivasigamani joins ChicagoLIVE to explain why the system was developed and how it works.
A Chicago startup is using artificial intelligence to detect gunshot sounds using your phone. SplitSec founder and CEO Sri Deivasigamani joins ChicagoLIVE to explain why the system was developed and how it works.
Great white shark pulls lifeguard underwater at popular family beach destination on the East Coast
A lifeguard is recovering after a great white shark pulled him underwater near a popular family beach destination in Maine over the weekend, local officials said.
A lifeguard is recovering after a great white shark pulled him underwater near a popular family beach destination in Maine over the weekend, local officials said.
Man wanted in Georgia child molestation case arrested in Chicago
A man wanted in Georgia on a felony child molestation charge was arrested in Chicago this week after a Cook County Sheriff's Office investigation.
A man wanted in Georgia on a felony child molestation charge was arrested in Chicago this week after a Cook County Sheriff's Office investigation.
Video shows Chicago armed robbery as police seek suspects
Chicago police released video as detectives investigate a string of armed robberies across three neighborhoods.
Chicago police released video as detectives investigate a string of armed robberies across three neighborhoods.
One of the last living WWII Navajo Code Talkers to be honored Friday
Two Navajo Code Talkers remain. Their unbreakable WWII code helped secure U.S. victories in the Pacific and save countless lives.
Two Navajo Code Talkers remain. Their unbreakable WWII code helped secure U.S. victories in the Pacific and save countless lives.
Chicago Air and Water Show 2026 rehearsal underway despite weather concerns
The Chicago Air and Water Show returns to the Lakefront starting with rehearsal Friday despite some weather delays. FOX Chicago's Gabriella Premus gives the update on rehearsal before the big event this weekend.
The Chicago Air and Water Show returns to the Lakefront starting with rehearsal Friday despite some weather delays. FOX Chicago's Gabriella Premus gives the update on rehearsal before the big event this weekend.
Chicago shooting: 4 wounded, 2 critically, on West Side
Four people were shot Friday morning on Chicago's West Side, leaving two of them critically wounded, police said.
Four people were shot Friday morning on Chicago's West Side, leaving two of them critically wounded, police said.
Mr. T talks meeting fans ahead of FAN EXPO Chicago
Mr. T joins us ahead of FAN EXPO Chicago in Rosemont to talk about meeting fans, getting starstruck and when you can see him at the convention this weekend.
Mr. T joins us ahead of FAN EXPO Chicago in Rosemont to talk about meeting fans, getting starstruck and when you can see him at the convention this weekend.
What’s next for Luigi Mangione after his federal guilty plea?
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty Friday to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, resolving the federal case against him while a separate state prosecution remains pending.
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty Friday to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, resolving the federal case against him while a separate state prosecution remains pending.
Mobile city hall provides back-to-school resource fair with school supply giveaway
It's getting more expensive for families to get students ready during back-to-school season, but a mobile city hall resource fair this weekend hopes to ease the burden. City Clerk Anna Valencia is on Good Day to share what families can expect to see at the event on Saturday.
It's getting more expensive for families to get students ready during back-to-school season, but a mobile city hall resource fair this weekend hopes to ease the burden. City Clerk Anna Valencia is on Good Day to share what families can expect to see at the event on Saturday.
Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal stalking charges in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty on Friday to federal stalking charges in the 2024 killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The decision could have serious implications on his upcoming state trial for the killing.
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty on Friday to federal stalking charges in the 2024 killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The decision could have serious implications on his upcoming state trial for the killing.
New F1 Arcade zooms into River North
A new racing arcade is coming to downtown Chicago. F1 Arcade is opening at the corner of State and Grand in River North. FOX Chicago got an exclusive look inside the new arcade and what visitors can expect.
A new racing arcade is coming to downtown Chicago. F1 Arcade is opening at the corner of State and Grand in River North. FOX Chicago got an exclusive look inside the new arcade and what visitors can expect.
Suspect in World War II Memorial vandalism facing felony charges, taken into custody
Authorities have taken into custody the suspect accused of vandalizing the World War II Memorial on the National Mall, where bubbles filled a fountain and "Clean hands dirty $" was written in red paint.
Authorities have taken into custody the suspect accused of vandalizing the World War II Memorial on the National Mall, where bubbles filled a fountain and "Clean hands dirty $" was written in red paint.
Tyson Foods to close two facilities, pursue sale of third amid cattle shortage
Tyson Foods is restructuring its beef business by closing facilities in Joslin, Illinois, and Eagle Mountain, Utah, while pursuing the sale of its Pasco, Washington, plant.
Tyson Foods is restructuring its beef business by closing facilities in Joslin, Illinois, and Eagle Mountain, Utah, while pursuing the sale of its Pasco, Washington, plant.