Realistic-looking water guns raising safety concerns for kids
Tonight, a warning for parents. A popular water gun being sold right now could put your child in serious danger. Tia Ewing has more on what you need to know.
Tonight, a warning for parents. A popular water gun being sold right now could put your child in serious danger. Tia Ewing has more on what you need to know.
Helping other families of missing people with a new book
It’s been just over a month since the body of a missing Blue Island father was found after a nationwide search. Now, his daughter is turning that painful experience into something she hopes can help others - going through the same thing. Leslie Moreno is live in Marionette Park with her story.
It’s been just over a month since the body of a missing Blue Island father was found after a nationwide search. Now, his daughter is turning that painful experience into something she hopes can help others - going through the same thing. Leslie Moreno is live in Marionette Park with her story.
Heavy rain floods the Des Plaines River
Tonight, several of you are dealing with flooding. It comes after days of heavy rain this week. And as you heard it's not over. Bret Buganski shows you how it is already impacting one business.
Tonight, several of you are dealing with flooding. It comes after days of heavy rain this week. And as you heard it's not over. Bret Buganski shows you how it is already impacting one business.
Extremist ordinance and teen trends | The Chicago Report
Measure banning extremist ties among officers advances, and Hyde Park residents respond to recent teen trend. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Measure banning extremist ties among officers advances, and Hyde Park residents respond to recent teen trend. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Colorectal cancer rising in young adults | The Chicago Report
Cancer rates are rising among younger people in particular, cases of colorectal cancer are increasing in adults under 50, a group not traditionally considered high risk. Doctor Caitlin Murphy is professor of pediatrics and public health. She joins us with now with more on prevention, detection, and long-term health.
Cancer rates are rising among younger people in particular, cases of colorectal cancer are increasing in adults under 50, a group not traditionally considered high risk. Doctor Caitlin Murphy is professor of pediatrics and public health. She joins us with now with more on prevention, detection, and long-term health.
Chicago shootings tick up in 2026 | The Chicago Report
After years of declines, Chicago shootings are ticking up in 2026. The city has seen 105 homicides through the first week of April, up slightly from the 98 killings seen in the same time period in 2025, according to city violence data. Another 266 people have suffered non-fatal gunshot injuries since the start of the year. Summer has not even started yet-- and many are concerned the warmer weather may bring more violence. Here to weigh in is former Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson.
After years of declines, Chicago shootings are ticking up in 2026. The city has seen 105 homicides through the first week of April, up slightly from the 98 killings seen in the same time period in 2025, according to city violence data. Another 266 people have suffered non-fatal gunshot injuries since the start of the year. Summer has not even started yet-- and many are concerned the warmer weather may bring more violence. Here to weigh in is former Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson.
New measure banning extremist ties among CPD officers advances | The Chicago Report
We begin tonight with a new ordinance that is advancing through City Hall. It's aimed at rooting out extremism within the Chicago Police Department The measure bans officers from engaging in so-called “Extremist activity,” allows COPA to investigate potential ties, and requires additional screening of new recruits. Alderman Matt Martin is a sponsor of the ordinance--- and he's joining us now to explain more.
We begin tonight with a new ordinance that is advancing through City Hall. It's aimed at rooting out extremism within the Chicago Police Department The measure bans officers from engaging in so-called “Extremist activity,” allows COPA to investigate potential ties, and requires additional screening of new recruits. Alderman Matt Martin is a sponsor of the ordinance--- and he's joining us now to explain more.
Titanic exhibit at Volo Museum floods on the day the real ship went down in 1912
The Titanic exhibit at the Volo Museum flooded again. On the exact day the titanic went down in 1912. Joanie Lum has the answers.
The Titanic exhibit at the Volo Museum flooded again. On the exact day the titanic went down in 1912. Joanie Lum has the answers.
FAA to cut daily flights at O'Hare Airport
A decision tonight from the FAA on flight cuts at O'Hare. The agency has been talking about doing this for months but today-- they made it official.
A decision tonight from the FAA on flight cuts at O'Hare. The agency has been talking about doing this for months but today-- they made it official.
Naperville teacher named Illinois Teacher of the Year
Seth Brady was named 2026 Illinois Teacher of Year -- the state's top award for teachers.
Seth Brady was named 2026 Illinois Teacher of Year -- the state's top award for teachers.
Water guns raising real safety concerns for kids after Indiana felony
We’ve already seen a high school senior in northwest Indiana face a felony charge connected to one of these incidents.
We’ve already seen a high school senior in northwest Indiana face a felony charge connected to one of these incidents.
Daughter of Blue Island man found dead plans book to help families
It's been a little over a month since Dan Davis' body was found. He was a Blue Island father that was reported missing last November. His daughter says she's writing a book to help other families of missing people.
It's been a little over a month since Dan Davis' body was found. He was a Blue Island father that was reported missing last November. His daughter says she's writing a book to help other families of missing people.
Family of South Side crash victim files wrongful death lawsuit
On the south side, a fatal crash from January just took another turn. The family of the man who died filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the driver. Kasey Chronis is live on the south side -- and Kasey, we just heard from the victim's sister.
On the south side, a fatal crash from January just took another turn. The family of the man who died filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the driver. Kasey Chronis is live on the south side -- and Kasey, we just heard from the victim's sister.
CPS parents seek answers ahead of May 1st protests
May Day protests are just over two weeks away and some still aren't sure what that means for their kids' classes. Gov. Pritzker also weighed in today and said he has some questions too.
May Day protests are just over two weeks away and some still aren't sure what that means for their kids' classes. Gov. Pritzker also weighed in today and said he has some questions too.
Heavy rains lead to major flooding from Des Plaines River
The Des Plaines River is flooding in some areas and impacting local businesses. FOX Chicago's Bret Buganski reports.
The Des Plaines River is flooding in some areas and impacting local businesses. FOX Chicago's Bret Buganski reports.
Iran War: Blockade in place with more talks possible
Something shifted in the Middle East conversation. President Trump says Lebanon and Israel agreed to a ten-day ceasefire. It’s unclear how this changes talks between the U.S. and Iran.
Something shifted in the Middle East conversation. President Trump says Lebanon and Israel agreed to a ten-day ceasefire. It’s unclear how this changes talks between the U.S. and Iran.
Connor Bedard talks the end of the Blackhawks' season: 'I want to win here'
The Blackhawks finished with the second-worst record in the league in the 2025-2026 season. Star Connor Bedard talks about what's next for him, and future expectations for the team.
The Blackhawks finished with the second-worst record in the league in the 2025-2026 season. Star Connor Bedard talks about what's next for him, and future expectations for the team.
Study finds no link between Tylenol use in pregnancy and autism risk | ChicagoLIVE
New research finds no association between prenatal Tylenol use and autism.
New research finds no association between prenatal Tylenol use and autism.
Feds seek to override Illinois swipe-fee ban amid legal battle | ChicagoLIVE
With Illinois’ swipe-fee ban set to take effect in July, the federal government is stepping in, potentially halting a first-of-its-kind law.
With Illinois’ swipe-fee ban set to take effect in July, the federal government is stepping in, potentially halting a first-of-its-kind law.
Avi Loeb reviews ‘Project Hail Mary’ – here’s what Hollywood got wrong | ChicagoLIVE
Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb reviews “Project Hail Mary”, examining how science compares to real-world efforts to detect extraterrestrial life.
Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb reviews “Project Hail Mary”, examining how science compares to real-world efforts to detect extraterrestrial life.