Higher homeless population in Chicago?
Does Chicago have more homeless people than what's on record? There's new data from the Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness that shows it's more than three times higher than the federal government's record. Fox Chicago's Bret Buganski shows you why they feel their number is more accurate.
Does Chicago have more homeless people than what's on record? There's new data from the Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness that shows it's more than three times higher than the federal government's record. Fox Chicago's Bret Buganski shows you why they feel their number is more accurate.
Man dead from officer-involved shooting in Aurora
A man is now dead after a shooting involving a Aurora police officer.
A man is now dead after a shooting involving a Aurora police officer.
Linda Brown Advocacy Initiative to help families
When Linda Brown was reported missing, her family says they were suddenly thrust into the spotlight facing intense media attention, online backlash and speculation about what had happened. Now, they're using that difficult experience to help other families. Leslie Moreno joining us live to tell us more about the Linda Brown advocacy protocol.
When Linda Brown was reported missing, her family says they were suddenly thrust into the spotlight facing intense media attention, online backlash and speculation about what had happened. Now, they're using that difficult experience to help other families. Leslie Moreno joining us live to tell us more about the Linda Brown advocacy protocol.
Cicero man charged with murder in fatal Stickney Township stabbing: officials
A Cicero man has been charged with first-degree murder and attempted first-degree murder in connection with a fatal stabbing in Stickney Township, according to the Cook County Sheriff's Office.
A Cicero man has been charged with first-degree murder and attempted first-degree murder in connection with a fatal stabbing in Stickney Township, according to the Cook County Sheriff's Office.
Popular DuPage County wildlife hospital, visitor center reopens after major renovation
After years of construction, a beloved wildlife center in the western suburbs is back open to the public.
After years of construction, a beloved wildlife center in the western suburbs is back open to the public.
$4 million in drugs, firearms recovered in six-month CPD investigation: police
Chicago police recovered $4 million worth of suspected narcotics and multiple firearms during a six-month investigation.
Chicago police recovered $4 million worth of suspected narcotics and multiple firearms during a six-month investigation.
Linda Brown's family launches advocacy protocol to help families of missing loved ones
The family of Linda Brown, a Chicago Public Schools special education teacher whose disappearance drew national attention earlier this year, is turning its experience into a new advocacy effort aimed at helping other families facing similar circumstances.
The family of Linda Brown, a Chicago Public Schools special education teacher whose disappearance drew national attention earlier this year, is turning its experience into a new advocacy effort aimed at helping other families facing similar circumstances.
Uvalde school shooting trial: Jury finds Gonzales 'not guilty' on all 29 counts
After nine days of testimony and a trial that reignited the painful memories of the May 2022 Robb Elementary School massacre, a jury has reached a verdict in the case of former Uvalde CISD officer Adrian Gonzales.
After nine days of testimony and a trial that reignited the painful memories of the May 2022 Robb Elementary School massacre, a jury has reached a verdict in the case of former Uvalde CISD officer Adrian Gonzales.
Capone-era Colt pistol found hidden within historic Illinois distillery
Thornton Distilling Company is home to Dead Drop Whiskey, part of the oldest standing brewery in the state of Illinois. The brewery opened in Thornton in the 1850's, and beneath it is an artesian well that was recently the site of a rare discovery.
Thornton Distilling Company is home to Dead Drop Whiskey, part of the oldest standing brewery in the state of Illinois. The brewery opened in Thornton in the 1850's, and beneath it is an artesian well that was recently the site of a rare discovery.
Decoding the 'real' unhoused numbers in Chicago | The Chicago Report
Chicago has released new numbers on homelessness, and they show far more people without housing than previously thought.
Chicago has released new numbers on homelessness, and they show far more people without housing than previously thought.
Progressive Democrats push bill to abolish ICE | The Chicago Report
Several progressive Democratic Congresspeople want ICE abolished and that includes Chicago Congresswoman Delia Ramirez, who has also called for the resignation of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
Several progressive Democratic Congresspeople want ICE abolished and that includes Chicago Congresswoman Delia Ramirez, who has also called for the resignation of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
Chicago City Council votes to ban sale of some hemp products | The Chicago Report
Come April, hemp-derived weed products will be banned throughout the city of Chicago. However, there will be some notable exceptions.
Come April, hemp-derived weed products will be banned throughout the city of Chicago. However, there will be some notable exceptions.
Nearly two dozen Chicago restaurants, chefs named James Beard semifinalists
Nearly two dozen Chicago restaurants have been named as semifinalists for this year's coveted James Beard Awards.
Nearly two dozen Chicago restaurants have been named as semifinalists for this year's coveted James Beard Awards.
2026 James Beard Award Semifinalists announced
Lurie Children's Hospital is pausing more gender-affirming care services. The hospital has stopped filling prescriptions related to gender-affirming care for any new minor patients.
Lurie Children's Hospital is pausing more gender-affirming care services. The hospital has stopped filling prescriptions related to gender-affirming care for any new minor patients.
Lurie Children's pauses some gender-affirming care
Lurie Children's Hospital is pausing more gender-affirming care services. The hospital has stopped filling prescriptions related to gender-affirming care for any new minor patients.
Lurie Children's Hospital is pausing more gender-affirming care services. The hospital has stopped filling prescriptions related to gender-affirming care for any new minor patients.
PAWS Chicago saves injured abandoned bulldog
A heartbreaking story takes a turn for the best! An injured bulldog was abandoned outside PAWS Chicago adoption center and now she is on the road to recovery!
A heartbreaking story takes a turn for the best! An injured bulldog was abandoned outside PAWS Chicago adoption center and now she is on the road to recovery!
DuPage County reopens wildlife conservation center to the public
DuPage County's Wildlife Conservation Center reopens to the public after years of work.
DuPage County's Wildlife Conservation Center reopens to the public after years of work.
Gas leak on Aurora's Far East Side
In Aurora, a gas leak near the Rush Copley Medical Center.
In Aurora, a gas leak near the Rush Copley Medical Center.
Linda Brown's family launches advocacy initiative
Linda Brown's family is channeling their grief into action. Leslie Moreno reports.
Linda Brown's family is channeling their grief into action. Leslie Moreno reports.
Reward for missing 16-year-old girl
A reward is being offered for a 16-year-old girl who is missing, and her mother says she is not a runaway who should be brushed aside.
A reward is being offered for a 16-year-old girl who is missing, and her mother says she is not a runaway who should be brushed aside.