Chicago mayor moves to create permanent gun violence reduction department
Chicago could soon have a new department focused solely on reducing gun violence. Here's what the proposal includes.
Chicago could soon have a new department focused solely on reducing gun violence. Here's what the proposal includes.
Chicago alders raise questions about ICE ties of firm seeking to buy parking meter lease
The company looking to take over Chicago's parking meter lease is facing questions from aldermen over its ties to federal immigration agencies.
The company looking to take over Chicago's parking meter lease is facing questions from aldermen over its ties to federal immigration agencies.
Chicago leaders to discuss parking meter ownership transfer
Chicago aldermen are expected to discuss a proposed transfer of the city's controversial parking meter lease to a new investment company.
Chicago aldermen are expected to discuss a proposed transfer of the city's controversial parking meter lease to a new investment company.
Chicagoland storm damage stretches from suburbs to NW Indiana
From Bartlett to Merrillville, communities are cleaning up after damaging winds and heavy rain swept through Chicagoland Wednesday night.
From Bartlett to Merrillville, communities are cleaning up after damaging winds and heavy rain swept through Chicagoland Wednesday night.
Giraffe loose in Texas: $5K reward offered for information leading to capture, safe return
A giraffe is on the lam after escaping a Texas ranch.
A giraffe is on the lam after escaping a Texas ranch.
South Shore Line trains still not running after freight train derailment
Morning commuters will need another way to get to and from Chicago as South Shore Line service remains suspended Thursday.
Morning commuters will need another way to get to and from Chicago as South Shore Line service remains suspended Thursday.
Chicago weather: First heat wave of the year next week
A cool-down arrives Friday, but don't get used to it. Chicagoland's first true heat wave of the year is expected to begin Monday.
A cool-down arrives Friday, but don't get used to it. Chicagoland's first true heat wave of the year is expected to begin Monday.
Road rage shooting on northwest Indiana interstate leads to driver's arrest, police say
A road rage dispute on a Northwest Indiana interstate ended in gunfire Wednesday afternoon, leaving one driver with minor injuries and another behind bars, Indiana State Police said.
A road rage dispute on a Northwest Indiana interstate ended in gunfire Wednesday afternoon, leaving one driver with minor injuries and another behind bars, Indiana State Police said.
TSA says more than 300 drones have been seized near World Cup sites
Hundreds of "unauthorized" drones have been seized at FIFA World Cup sites since the tournament began earlier this month. Here's what to know.
Hundreds of "unauthorized" drones have been seized at FIFA World Cup sites since the tournament began earlier this month. Here's what to know.
Oklahoma Arby's manager faces felony charge after allegedly spitting in food, transmitting herpes
An Oklahoma Arby's manager faces a felony charge after she allegedly spat in a woman's food, leading the woman to contract herpes.
An Oklahoma Arby's manager faces a felony charge after she allegedly spat in a woman's food, leading the woman to contract herpes.
Chicago teens tell City Council lack of youth spaces fuels teen takeovers
Chicago teenagers urged City Council to invest in more free, safe, and welcoming spaces where young people can gather, arguing that a lack of youth-focused options contributes to teen takeovers.
Chicago teenagers urged City Council to invest in more free, safe, and welcoming spaces where young people can gather, arguing that a lack of youth-focused options contributes to teen takeovers.
Chicago City Clerk launches reelection campaign | The Chicago Report
Chicago City Clerk Anna Valencia is launching her reelection campaign, seeking a third term.
Chicago City Clerk Anna Valencia is launching her reelection campaign, seeking a third term.
Prostitution bust next to Chicago alderman's office
This time, it's in Brighton Park, and right next door, to the alderwoman's office. Joanie Lum is live on Archer Avenue.
This time, it's in Brighton Park, and right next door, to the alderwoman's office. Joanie Lum is live on Archer Avenue.
Reproductive Health Records Privacy Act signed in Illinois
Four years ago, the Supreme Court overturned its decision on Roe v. Wade ending the constitutional right to abortion. Today, Governor Pritzker took action to expand reproductive protections in Illinois. He signed a new law that protects patient privacy and prevents sensitive medical information from being shared out of state. Joining me now is state Senator Celina Villanueva who helped spearhead this legislation.
Four years ago, the Supreme Court overturned its decision on Roe v. Wade ending the constitutional right to abortion. Today, Governor Pritzker took action to expand reproductive protections in Illinois. He signed a new law that protects patient privacy and prevents sensitive medical information from being shared out of state. Joining me now is state Senator Celina Villanueva who helped spearhead this legislation.
How fast is too fast? Inside Homewood's 'Wolfpack' speed crackdown
Homewood police use a coordinated traffic enforcement operation called the "Wolfpack," where one officer identifies speeding vehicles with a laser detector and radios nearby officers to make traffic stops.
Homewood police use a coordinated traffic enforcement operation called the "Wolfpack," where one officer identifies speeding vehicles with a laser detector and radios nearby officers to make traffic stops.
Team USA preparing for next match in FIFA World Cup
Team USA is looking to maintain momentum ahead of the round of 32. They'll hit the pitch tomorrow night against Turkey. But, the team still faces questions ahead of the match. Caroline Elliott has more
Team USA is looking to maintain momentum ahead of the round of 32. They'll hit the pitch tomorrow night against Turkey. But, the team still faces questions ahead of the match. Caroline Elliott has more
Teens Chicago teens address City Council on 'teen takeovers,' push for solutions
Teens spoke directly to the Chicago City Council today regarding the teen takeovers and what can be done. FOX Chicago's Bret Buganski joins us live.
Teens spoke directly to the Chicago City Council today regarding the teen takeovers and what can be done. FOX Chicago's Bret Buganski joins us live.
Florida man accused of kidnapping teen, hiding her in dryer
A Florida man was arrested after allegedly kidnapping a teenage girl and hiding her inside a clothes dryer at his Key Largo home, authorities said.
A Florida man was arrested after allegedly kidnapping a teenage girl and hiding her inside a clothes dryer at his Key Largo home, authorities said.
Chicago's most wanted fugitive Gary 'Bird' Luellen arrested
Gary Luellen, also known as "Bird" or "Little Bird," is now in custody after spending years as a fugitive.
Gary Luellen, also known as "Bird" or "Little Bird," is now in custody after spending years as a fugitive.
DNA Project helps identify pregnant Jane Doe from 1975
Investigative genetic genealogist tells how DNA Dow project worked to identify pregnant jane doe from decades ago
Investigative genetic genealogist tells how DNA Dow project worked to identify pregnant jane doe from decades ago