Ex-Olympic snowboarder arrested on drug charges
A former Olympic snowboarder accused of running a drug empire is now in custody after being tracked down by the FBI. He was on the run for almost a year. Rebekah Castor has more on how he was caught.
A former Olympic snowboarder accused of running a drug empire is now in custody after being tracked down by the FBI. He was on the run for almost a year. Rebekah Castor has more on how he was caught.
Indiana lawmakers seek answers as NIPSCO customers face rising bills
More residents in northwest Indiana say their NIPSCO utility bills have doubled or even tripled in recent weeks, prompting concern from state lawmakers.
More residents in northwest Indiana say their NIPSCO utility bills have doubled or even tripled in recent weeks, prompting concern from state lawmakers.
81-year-old dies from cold exposure
A tragic reminder of just how dangerous this extreme cold can be. A woman died in her home in Evergreen Park. Cold exposure killed her. Leslie Moreno went to find out more.
A tragic reminder of just how dangerous this extreme cold can be. A woman died in her home in Evergreen Park. Cold exposure killed her. Leslie Moreno went to find out more.
Former Des Moines schools chief pleads guilty to falsely claiming US citizenship and gun charge
Ian Andre Roberts, the former superintendent of Iowa’s largest school district, pleaded guilty this week to falsely claiming to be a U.S. citizen.
Ian Andre Roberts, the former superintendent of Iowa’s largest school district, pleaded guilty this week to falsely claiming to be a U.S. citizen.
Traveling during the winter storm? Here's what to do if your flight gets canceled
Winter weather has been messing up flights all over the country. Tens of thousands got delayed and hundreds got canceled completely. Katy Nastro, a travel expert with going.com, joins us.
Winter weather has been messing up flights all over the country. Tens of thousands got delayed and hundreds got canceled completely. Katy Nastro, a travel expert with going.com, joins us.
Classroom fire at Dirksen Junior High School in Joliet spreads to roof: officials
Joliet Fire Department responded to Dirksen Junior High School on Friday for a report of a structure fire, according to officials.
Joliet Fire Department responded to Dirksen Junior High School on Friday for a report of a structure fire, according to officials.
Blue Island man charged with DUI in fatal hit-and-run of scooter rider: officials
A Blue Island man has been charged in a fatal hit-and-run with a man in a mobility scooter in Robbins, according to the Cook County Sheriff's Office.
A Blue Island man has been charged in a fatal hit-and-run with a man in a mobility scooter in Robbins, according to the Cook County Sheriff's Office.
New training institute opens in Chatham to expand career and digital skills access
A new community space on Chicago’s South Side is aiming to turn access into opportunity.
A new community space on Chicago’s South Side is aiming to turn access into opportunity.
Chicago Public Schools enrollment declining
Chicago Public Schools just put out numbers that should make people pay attention.
Chicago Public Schools just put out numbers that should make people pay attention.
New training institute opens in Chatham to expand career and digital skills access
A new community space on Chicago’s South Side is aiming to turn access into opportunity.
A new community space on Chicago’s South Side is aiming to turn access into opportunity.
Five arrested in shooting of Indiana judge, wife
Five people are now in custody in connection with the shooting of an Indiana judge and his wife.
Five people are now in custody in connection with the shooting of an Indiana judge and his wife.
Prosecutors allege gang members tried to kill Indiana judge to derail domestic abuse trial
Members of a motorcycle club and a street gang worked together in an attempt to kill an Indiana judge in hopes of derailing a domestic abuse case against one of their own, prosecutors alleged Friday, hours after police announced they had arrested five people in connection with the investigation.
Members of a motorcycle club and a street gang worked together in an attempt to kill an Indiana judge in hopes of derailing a domestic abuse case against one of their own, prosecutors alleged Friday, hours after police announced they had arrested five people in connection with the investigation.
Winter storm threatens dozens of states
It's not just us dealing with this cold. There’s a polar vortex dropping temperatures all over the country. A big snow storm’s headed to the South. Millions will be in the system's path as it moves north. Fox Weather's Brandy Campbell has more.
It's not just us dealing with this cold. There’s a polar vortex dropping temperatures all over the country. A big snow storm’s headed to the South. Millions will be in the system's path as it moves north. Fox Weather's Brandy Campbell has more.
Images of a child in ICE custody fuel calls to boycott schools, businesses in Minnesota
People in Minnesota are calling for a boycott of businesses and schools as protests continue over ongoing immigration enforcement. Images of a young child being taken into custody are sparking even more controversy.
People in Minnesota are calling for a boycott of businesses and schools as protests continue over ongoing immigration enforcement. Images of a young child being taken into custody are sparking even more controversy.
Bears stadium talks, extreme cold & Indiana utility bills | Week in Review
On this episode of “Week in Review,” we break down Indiana’s push to lure the Bears, skyrocketing utility bills and how shelters are responding during brutal cold. We also look at a devastating church fire, housing discrimination questions following an ICE raid, City Council action on hemp products and major development decisions across the region. Plus, updates on Bally’s casino construction, a new Amazon store coming to Orland Park and Chicago nominees for the James Beard Awards.
On this episode of “Week in Review,” we break down Indiana’s push to lure the Bears, skyrocketing utility bills and how shelters are responding during brutal cold. We also look at a devastating church fire, housing discrimination questions following an ICE raid, City Council action on hemp products and major development decisions across the region. Plus, updates on Bally’s casino construction, a new Amazon store coming to Orland Park and Chicago nominees for the James Beard Awards.
Lawmaker says he will push Bears stadium bill if team commits to Indiana
A top Indiana lawmaker wants the Bears to put some more skin in the game in the ongoing stadium saga.
A top Indiana lawmaker wants the Bears to put some more skin in the game in the ongoing stadium saga.
CPS enrollment is dropping. Here’s why the real crisis is what happens next | ChicagoLIVE
New reporting raises concerns about a potential crisis facing Chicago Public Schools as enrollment shifts. The issue is not only fewer school-age children and fewer families choosing CPS. According to Kids First Chicago, the larger concern is that the city still lacks a concrete plan to support smaller schools and ensure students continue to have access to core classes, extracurriculars and advanced coursework.
New reporting raises concerns about a potential crisis facing Chicago Public Schools as enrollment shifts. The issue is not only fewer school-age children and fewer families choosing CPS. According to Kids First Chicago, the larger concern is that the city still lacks a concrete plan to support smaller schools and ensure students continue to have access to core classes, extracurriculars and advanced coursework.
Roselle man charged in child sexual assault, pornography investigation: police
A Roselle man has been charged in connection with a child pornography and criminal sexual assault of a minor investigation, according to Fox Lake Police.
A Roselle man has been charged in connection with a child pornography and criminal sexual assault of a minor investigation, according to Fox Lake Police.
Three people arrested after $4K Lululemon heist in West Loop: police
Three people have been arrested after allegedly stealing nearly $4,000 of Lululemon merchandise from a West Loop store on Friday, according to the Cook County Sheriff's office.
Three people have been arrested after allegedly stealing nearly $4,000 of Lululemon merchandise from a West Loop store on Friday, according to the Cook County Sheriff's office.
Why smoking rates are rising among Gen Z | ChicagoLIVE
A new nationwide report shows smoking rates are increasing among Gen Z, raising concerns among health advocates. Brian King of the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids explains what’s driving the trend, how emerging products like e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches play a role and why experts say states need to act now to prevent long-term health impacts.
A new nationwide report shows smoking rates are increasing among Gen Z, raising concerns among health advocates. Brian King of the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids explains what’s driving the trend, how emerging products like e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches play a role and why experts say states need to act now to prevent long-term health impacts.