Drones can help prevent wildfires, not just track them
Drones are commonly used to monitor wildfires as they unfold, but aviation experts say the technology can also play a key role in preventing disasters before they start.
Health experts share sun safety tips for Skin Cancer Awareness Month
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and health experts are offering tips on how to enjoy the warm weather while protecting your skin.
Illinois teens drink nearly twice as much as U.S. average: survey
Teenagers in Illinois reported drinking at nearly twice the rate of their peers across the U.S., according to a recently released survey.
U.S. plans air traffic control changes after crashes
Following a series of mishaps and crashes earlier this year, U.S. officials are planning changes to the air traffic control system. Rich Edson reports on the new efforts aimed at making the skies safer.
Opening statements set to begin in Diddy sex trafficking trial
Opening statements in the sex trafficking trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs are scheduled to begin tomorrow. Jury selection was previously delayed due to concerns that some potential jurors were hesitant to serve in the high-profile case.
Chicago man reunites with flight crew who saved his life at O’Hare
An emotional reunion at O’Hare Airport brought together a Chicago man and the flight crew who helped save his life.
Chicago police officer shoots, injures fleeing person with gun, CPD says
A Chicago police officer shot and injured a person who allegedly had a gun as he was running away from police Saturday night on the city’s West Side.
Chicago man beat 62-year-old amputee with baseball bat on South Side, police say
A 27-year-old man has been charged in connection with a violent beating that left a 62-year-old man hospitalized on Chicago’s South Side last Friday.
Home explosion in suburban Chicago leaves man critically injured
One person was critically injured in a home explosion in unincorporated Cary Sunday afternoon.
Chicago weather: Storm chances return midweek before cooler temps move in
After a beautiful Mother’s Day weekend, storm chances return Monday night through Thursday, with a risk of severe weather by late Thursday.
Emergency crews respond to Cary home explosion
Video provided to Fox 32 shows numerous emergency vehicles outside a residence in northwest suburban unincorporated Cary following a home explosion on Sunday afternoon.
Video captures home explosion in Cary
Nest video provided to Fox 32 captures a home explosion in northwest suburban unincorporated Cary on Sunday afternoon.
Chicago area bakery churns out Pope Leo cookies, other sweet goods
Since last week, Bennison's Bakery in suburban Evanston has been churning out Pope Leo-themed cookies.
Chicago's Enjoy Urban General Store has plenty of last-minute Mother's Day gifts
It's Mother's Day and Chicago's Enjoy Urban General Store has plenty of ideas for last-minute gifts.
North Riverside Mall hosts diaper drive to help mothers in need
The suburban North Riverside Mall is hosting a diaper drive for mothers and families in need for this Mother's Day.
Chicago area shooting leaves 24-year-old man dead
A 24-year-old man was shot and killed on Saturday evening in west suburban Downers Grove, police said.
Chicago Weather: Beautiful Mother's Day forecast
Fox 32 Meteorologist Mark Strehl has the forecast for May 11, 2025.
Pope Leo XIV's family opens up about their excitement
The family of the new Pope Leo XIV shared their memories of his childhood and what they felt about his selection to lead the Catholic Church.
Chicago police shoot, injure fleeing man with gun, CPD says
Chicago police shot and injured a male who allegedly had a gun and ran from officers on the city's West Side Saturday night.
Chicago Weather: Lots of sunshine for Mother's Day!
Fox 32 Meteorologist Mark Strehl has the forecast for May 11, 2025.