Chicagoans rally around May Day
Marches and rallies are planned today across the Chicago area for May Day.
Marches and rallies are planned today across the Chicago area for May Day.
Cassie goes 1-on-1 with Wolves Vice Chairman/Governor Wendell Young | Fox Chicago Sports
Cassie Carlson spoke with Chicago Wolves Vice Chairman/Governor Wendell Young as the Wolves are in a playoff run and are aim for their 4th Calder Cup in franchise history. Wendell told us how the team is feeling after a thrilling 5-4 overtime win over the Texas Stars last night to even the series 1-1. Wendell also talked about the Wolves culture and how proud he is of the team he's assembled. Fox Chicago is the home of Chicago Wolves playoff hockey. You can watch all the games on Fox Chicago Plus! Game 3 against the Texas Stars is on Saturday at 7:00pm at All State Arena.
Cassie Carlson spoke with Chicago Wolves Vice Chairman/Governor Wendell Young as the Wolves are in a playoff run and are aim for their 4th Calder Cup in franchise history. Wendell told us how the team is feeling after a thrilling 5-4 overtime win over the Texas Stars last night to even the series 1-1. Wendell also talked about the Wolves culture and how proud he is of the team he's assembled. Fox Chicago is the home of Chicago Wolves playoff hockey. You can watch all the games on Fox Chicago Plus! Game 3 against the Texas Stars is on Saturday at 7:00pm at All State Arena.
Historic Chicago fireboat marks 90 years with dockside celebration
Chicago Fireboat Tours is kicking off its season with a birthday bash honoring the 90-year legacy of the Fred A. Busse, a former Chicago Fire Department vessel now offering tours and events along the city’s waterways.
Chicago Fireboat Tours is kicking off its season with a birthday bash honoring the 90-year legacy of the Fred A. Busse, a former Chicago Fire Department vessel now offering tours and events along the city’s waterways.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla four-day state visit to the US
King Charles III and Queen Camilla visited the U.S. from April 27–30, 2026, to mark the country’s 250th anniversary, with stops at the White House, Congress, and New York City. They wrapped up with visits to Arlington National Cemetery and Virginia before the king departed for Bermuda and the queen returned home.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla visited the U.S. from April 27–30, 2026, to mark the country’s 250th anniversary, with stops at the White House, Congress, and New York City. They wrapped up with visits to Arlington National Cemetery and Virginia before the king departed for Bermuda and the queen returned home.
Nicotine pouches surge on social media: Are they really safer? | ChicagoNOW
From viral trends to sleek packaging, nicotine is reaching a new generation through social media. But are nicotine pouches actually safer? Dr. Nicole Geissen, a thoracic surgeon at Rush, joins us in studio to break down the risks and long-term effects.
From viral trends to sleek packaging, nicotine is reaching a new generation through social media. But are nicotine pouches actually safer? Dr. Nicole Geissen, a thoracic surgeon at Rush, joins us in studio to break down the risks and long-term effects.
Survivor star Christian Hubicki talks robots, teamwork & fan-favorite status | ChicagoNOW
Fan-favorite Survivor contestant and robotics professor Christian Hubicki joins "ChicagoNOW" from the FIRST Championship to talk about inspiring the next generation. He shares how robotics competitions are shaping students’ futures, what it’s really like competing on Survivor, and how teamwork and problem-solving connect both worlds.
Fan-favorite Survivor contestant and robotics professor Christian Hubicki joins "ChicagoNOW" from the FIRST Championship to talk about inspiring the next generation. He shares how robotics competitions are shaping students’ futures, what it’s really like competing on Survivor, and how teamwork and problem-solving connect both worlds.
Food insecurity rises for Chicago families as summer threatens access to meals
With SNAP changes and the school year ending, the Greater Chicago Food Depository is working to support thousands of local children facing food insecurity through its “Keep Kids Nourished” campaign.
With SNAP changes and the school year ending, the Greater Chicago Food Depository is working to support thousands of local children facing food insecurity through its “Keep Kids Nourished” campaign.
“Food Roots” documentary highlights AAPI heritage through cuisine
Restaurateur Billy Dec discusses his award-winning film “Food Roots,” which explores how food preserves cultural identity as Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month begins.
Restaurateur Billy Dec discusses his award-winning film “Food Roots,” which explores how food preserves cultural identity as Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month begins.
Doctors warn of rising rectal cancer risk in younger adults
Dr. Seema Gandhi from Cook County Health explains growing concerns about rectal cancer in younger patients, outlining key symptoms, screening challenges and steps people can take to catch the disease early.
Dr. Seema Gandhi from Cook County Health explains growing concerns about rectal cancer in younger patients, outlining key symptoms, screening challenges and steps people can take to catch the disease early.
War powers deadline hits as debate intensifies over ceasefire and congressional authority
With the 60-day war powers deadline reached, questions mount over whether a ceasefire resets the clock and what options Congress has if military operations continue without approval.
With the 60-day war powers deadline reached, questions mount over whether a ceasefire resets the clock and what options Congress has if military operations continue without approval.
Federal “Operation Porterhouse Parlay” targets alleged gambling ring tied to restaurant owners
A sweeping federal investigation spanning multiple cities has charged 22 people, including prominent restaurant owners, in an alleged organized crime-linked gambling operation based in northwest Indiana.
A sweeping federal investigation spanning multiple cities has charged 22 people, including prominent restaurant owners, in an alleged organized crime-linked gambling operation based in northwest Indiana.
Chicago weather: Friday morning forecast
Fox Chicago Meteorologist Mike Caplan breaks down today's weather outlook.
Fox Chicago Meteorologist Mike Caplan breaks down today's weather outlook.
Slammers kick off Route 66 Centennial at Old Joliet Prison
For the very first time, the Joliet Slammers played within the walls of the Old Joliet Prison. An iconic setting for a one-of-a-kind game. Kasey Chronis takes us inside the prison yard.
For the very first time, the Joliet Slammers played within the walls of the Old Joliet Prison. An iconic setting for a one-of-a-kind game. Kasey Chronis takes us inside the prison yard.
Gas prices soar in Chicago
Gas prices are spiking across the country, including in Illinois, and just across the border in Indiana.
Gas prices are spiking across the country, including in Illinois, and just across the border in Indiana.
Man accused of killing Chicago police officer to remain in custody, judge rules
The man charged with fatally shooting a Chicago police officer will remain in custody after a judge denied him pretrial release.
The man charged with fatally shooting a Chicago police officer will remain in custody after a judge denied him pretrial release.
Viral social media post alleges Forest Park police misconduct
A viral, west suburban incident is getting a lot of attention online tonight. Leslie Moreno is live -- explaining how a woman says an off-duty Forest Park officer went too far after a minor crash.
A viral, west suburban incident is getting a lot of attention online tonight. Leslie Moreno is live -- explaining how a woman says an off-duty Forest Park officer went too far after a minor crash.
Report casts blame on ICE agents for 'extreme force' | The Chicago Report
Six months of work and two days of hearings culminating in a final report from the Illinois Accountability Commission. It details alleged transgressions on behalf of federal ICE agents, during Operation Midway Blitz.
Six months of work and two days of hearings culminating in a final report from the Illinois Accountability Commission. It details alleged transgressions on behalf of federal ICE agents, during Operation Midway Blitz.
What CPS parents can expect from May Day | The Chicago Report
May Day is tomorrow, and in Chicago Public Schools, it’s shaping up to be an unique day in the classroom. Some students will be bussed to downtown protests with their teachers, while others will stay in school. CPS says it expects to be fully staffed—but there’s still uncertainty. Chalkbeat reporter Reema Amin has been following the tension between CPS and the Chicago Teachers Union and joins us now with the latest.
May Day is tomorrow, and in Chicago Public Schools, it’s shaping up to be an unique day in the classroom. Some students will be bussed to downtown protests with their teachers, while others will stay in school. CPS says it expects to be fully staffed—but there’s still uncertainty. Chalkbeat reporter Reema Amin has been following the tension between CPS and the Chicago Teachers Union and joins us now with the latest.
Supreme Court limits Voting Rights Act | The Chicago Report
Jessica Huseman, from Votebeat, a nonpartisan reporting platform that focuses on elections, joins us to talk about the Voting Rights Act.
Jessica Huseman, from Votebeat, a nonpartisan reporting platform that focuses on elections, joins us to talk about the Voting Rights Act.
Bally's topping off ceremony marks new stage of construction | The Chicago Report
Bally's Casino is entering its final phase of construction, before it gets ready to open its doors, early next year. Today, the final steel beam was placed during the topping off ceremony this morning. Bally's Executive Chairman Soo Kim is here in the studio to talk about what it took to get here.
Bally's Casino is entering its final phase of construction, before it gets ready to open its doors, early next year. Today, the final steel beam was placed during the topping off ceremony this morning. Bally's Executive Chairman Soo Kim is here in the studio to talk about what it took to get here.