Cold case of baby found dead in dumpster solved after nearly 25 years | ChicagoLIVE
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Cold case of baby found dead in dumpster solved after nearly 25 years | ChicagoLIVE

A woman was charged this week in the death of her newborn baby who was found in a dumpster back in 2001. Chief Ryan Rodriguez and Commander Paul Grace of Round Lake Beach Police Department talk about working on the case from the beginning until now. 

A woman was charged this week in the death of her newborn baby who was found in a dumpster back in 2001. Chief Ryan Rodriguez and Commander Paul Grace of Round Lake Beach Police Department talk about working on the case from the beginning until now. 

Northbrook residents voice concerns over downtown area demolition plans | ChicagoLIVE
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Northbrook residents voice concerns over downtown area demolition plans | ChicagoLIVE

A large apartment complex may soon be coming to downtown Northbrook, demolishing several businesses in the process. Susan Nelson of Save Downtown Northbrook joins ChicagoLIVE to explain the movement against this development.

A large apartment complex may soon be coming to downtown Northbrook, demolishing several businesses in the process. Susan Nelson of Save Downtown Northbrook joins ChicagoLIVE to explain the movement against this development.

Breakthrough experimental drug may help slow early Alzheimer's disease | ChicagoLIVE
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Breakthrough experimental drug may help slow early Alzheimer's disease | ChicagoLIVE

A new experimental drug may help slow Alzheimer's disease by targeting one specific protein that fuels the disease. Laurel Curran from the Alzheimer's Association joins ChicagoLIVE to talk about how this drug works and the process of testing this drug.

A new experimental drug may help slow Alzheimer's disease by targeting one specific protein that fuels the disease. Laurel Curran from the Alzheimer's Association joins ChicagoLIVE to talk about how this drug works and the process of testing this drug.

Chicago weather: Air quality alert today as heat wave continues

Chicago weather: Air quality alert today as heat wave continues

Chicago is turning up the heat! Sunshine sends temperatures into the upper 90s today, with feels-like temps topping 100° and an air quality alert in effect.

Chicago is turning up the heat! Sunshine sends temperatures into the upper 90s today, with feels-like temps topping 100° and an air quality alert in effect.

Nearly 50 years later, DNA identifies Chicago woman found slain in Indiana field
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Nearly 50 years later, DNA identifies Chicago woman found slain in Indiana field

Investigators have identified a woman found murdered in rural Indiana in 1976 as 69-year-old Jane Hart of Chicago, thanks to decades of work and advances in genetic genealogy.

Investigators have identified a woman found murdered in rural Indiana in 1976 as 69-year-old Jane Hart of Chicago, thanks to decades of work and advances in genetic genealogy.

This winter wonderland was one of the hottest housing markets for June: See the list

This winter wonderland was one of the hottest housing markets for June: See the list

These metro areas have become the hottest housing markets in the country, drawing intense buyer interest with fast-selling homes and prices that stand out in today's market.

These metro areas have become the hottest housing markets in the country, drawing intense buyer interest with fast-selling homes and prices that stand out in today's market.

Illinois is the third largest data center market in the country
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Illinois is the third largest data center market in the country

FOX Chicago's Liz Dueweke breaks down the rapid growth of data centers across Illinois and what they're expected to mean for the state's future. She also takes a look at the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park (IQMP), which focuses on quantum technology, and why the project has generated both strong support and concerns.

FOX Chicago's Liz Dueweke breaks down the rapid growth of data centers across Illinois and what they're expected to mean for the state's future. She also takes a look at the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park (IQMP), which focuses on quantum technology, and why the project has generated both strong support and concerns.

DHS: ICE officer on way home from work renders lifesaving care to driver involved in crash

DHS: ICE officer on way home from work renders lifesaving care to driver involved in crash

An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer on his way home from work is being hailed a hero after he helped rescue a seriously injured driver from a crash in Missouri.

An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer on his way home from work is being hailed a hero after he helped rescue a seriously injured driver from a crash in Missouri.

First Black woman soldier to serve overseas will be honored at Lincoln National Cemetery
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First Black woman soldier to serve overseas will be honored at Lincoln National Cemetery

Chicago native Renee Messelin was the first Black woman soldier to serve overseas, but her identity was only recently revealed in 2024 through genealogical research. She is being honored at Lincoln National Cemetery for her service as part of the "Hello Girls," an elite group of bilingual telephone operators who served in WWI.

Chicago native Renee Messelin was the first Black woman soldier to serve overseas, but her identity was only recently revealed in 2024 through genealogical research. She is being honored at Lincoln National Cemetery for her service as part of the "Hello Girls," an elite group of bilingual telephone operators who served in WWI.

Bridgeport business affected by construction right outside building
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Bridgeport business affected by construction right outside building

A family-owned sandwich shop in Bridgeport tells FOX Chicago's Brittany Toolis that ongoing construction has negatively impacted their business especially during the busy summer months.

A family-owned sandwich shop in Bridgeport tells FOX Chicago's Brittany Toolis that ongoing construction has negatively impacted their business especially during the busy summer months.

New study shows more Americans are using credit to pay for groceries
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New study shows more Americans are using credit to pay for groceries

More Americans are using credit for buying groceries for their families and falling behind on those payments. Senior research associate Kassandra Martinchek from the Urban Institute breaks down what this means for family finances.

More Americans are using credit for buying groceries for their families and falling behind on those payments. Senior research associate Kassandra Martinchek from the Urban Institute breaks down what this means for family finances.

Teens charged in murder of Illinois family

Teens charged in murder of Illinois family

A 16-year-old boy and 15-year-old girl were charged in the killings of five members of an Illinois family in East St. Louis during the weekend, according to police.

A 16-year-old boy and 15-year-old girl were charged in the killings of five members of an Illinois family in East St. Louis during the weekend, according to police.

Girl, 10, killed in suburban Chicago apartment fire identified

Girl, 10, killed in suburban Chicago apartment fire identified

A 10-year-old girl who died after being pulled from a burning apartment in Chicago's south suburbs earlier this week has been identified.

A 10-year-old girl who died after being pulled from a burning apartment in Chicago's south suburbs earlier this week has been identified.

Cyclosporiasis outbreak: More states reporting cases of diarrheal illness

Cyclosporiasis outbreak: More states reporting cases of diarrheal illness

According to CDC data, 34 states are reporting a combined 1,645 cyclosporiasis cases as of July 15, but local and state health data show at least 6,756 cases in 38 states.

According to CDC data, 34 states are reporting a combined 1,645 cyclosporiasis cases as of July 15, but local and state health data show at least 6,756 cases in 38 states.