Cook County facing huge payout to homeowners
A federal judge’s ruling against Cook County this week is raising big questions about how property tax debt is handled in the state. Lauren Scafidi explains how it could also cost taxpayers millions.
A federal judge’s ruling against Cook County this week is raising big questions about how property tax debt is handled in the state. Lauren Scafidi explains how it could also cost taxpayers millions.
Des Plaines condo fire victims file lawsuit against NICOR, management company
It has been more than a week and many people are still recovering from an explosion at a condo building in Des Plaines. The community is now demanding answers. An attorney representing 3 of the 8 victims says this tragedy may have been preventable and now, those victims are suing both the building’s management company and NICOR Gas. They claim residents reported smelling gas, but the response wasn’t thorough enough. Leslie Moreno joins us live in Des Plaines with more on the lawsuit.
It has been more than a week and many people are still recovering from an explosion at a condo building in Des Plaines. The community is now demanding answers. An attorney representing 3 of the 8 victims says this tragedy may have been preventable and now, those victims are suing both the building’s management company and NICOR Gas. They claim residents reported smelling gas, but the response wasn’t thorough enough. Leslie Moreno joins us live in Des Plaines with more on the lawsuit.
Players in Indiana gambling network due in court tomorrow
The key players involved in an alleged gambling ring due in court tomorrow. We're learning more about what happened and how it could involve an Indiana sheriff. Tomorrow's arraignment will take place in a federal court in Hammond. Joanie Lum is here with more.
The key players involved in an alleged gambling ring due in court tomorrow. We're learning more about what happened and how it could involve an Indiana sheriff. Tomorrow's arraignment will take place in a federal court in Hammond. Joanie Lum is here with more.
Tipped minimum wage compromise; will a special prosecutor be appointed? | The Chicago Report
A tipped minimum wage compromise has been reached after Mayor Johnson's veto. And, will a special prosecutor be chosen to handle Operation Midway Blitz cases? We dive in, on this episode of "The Chicago Report."
A tipped minimum wage compromise has been reached after Mayor Johnson's veto. And, will a special prosecutor be chosen to handle Operation Midway Blitz cases? We dive in, on this episode of "The Chicago Report."
Community violence groups push for funding support | The Chicago Report
Community violence intervention groups are en route to Springfield. They're pushing lawmakers to keep supporting efforts they say are working to drive down shootings and homicides across Illinois. Teny Gross is with the Institute for Nonviolence Chicago is joining us to share more.
Community violence intervention groups are en route to Springfield. They're pushing lawmakers to keep supporting efforts they say are working to drive down shootings and homicides across Illinois. Teny Gross is with the Institute for Nonviolence Chicago is joining us to share more.
Tipped minimum wage compromise | The Chicago Report
Monica Eng, from Axios, offers her insight on three big headlines. We're looking at a surprise compromise on the tipped wage debate after Mayor Johnson's recent veto.
Monica Eng, from Axios, offers her insight on three big headlines. We're looking at a surprise compromise on the tipped wage debate after Mayor Johnson's recent veto.
Chicago weather: Below-normal temps before big warm-up
Fox Chicago's JD Rudd has the latest forecast.
Fox Chicago's JD Rudd has the latest forecast.
The top 4 NBA Draft prospects talk their NBA Combine experiences
Darryn Peterson, Cameron Boozer, AJ Dybantsa and Caleb Wilson are expected to be the top four picks in the 2026 NBA Draft. We'll find the order soon. The four players talked about their NBA Combine experiences.
Darryn Peterson, Cameron Boozer, AJ Dybantsa and Caleb Wilson are expected to be the top four picks in the 2026 NBA Draft. We'll find the order soon. The four players talked about their NBA Combine experiences.
Illini star Keaton Wagler talks his meteoric rise to lottery pick status at NBA Combine
A year ago, Keaton Wagler considered redshirting to add more playing weight. Now, he's most certainly going to be a lottery pick in the NBA Draft. The Illinois' star talked about his rise at the NBA Combine.
A year ago, Keaton Wagler considered redshirting to add more playing weight. Now, he's most certainly going to be a lottery pick in the NBA Draft. The Illinois' star talked about his rise at the NBA Combine.
Chicago Public Schools facing $732M budget deficit
Budget deficits have been a chronic issue for Chicago Public Schools and this year is no different. Terrence Lee has the story.
Budget deficits have been a chronic issue for Chicago Public Schools and this year is no different. Terrence Lee has the story.
What you need to know about hantavirus
A growing number of states are keeping an eye out for potential hantavirus cases after an outbreak that began on a cruise ship last month. Sixteen states are now on the list and this afternoon, the CDC says that this is not the next pandemic in the making. Kailey Schuyler joins us live from Omaha, Nebraska - home to the national quarantine unit.
A growing number of states are keeping an eye out for potential hantavirus cases after an outbreak that began on a cruise ship last month. Sixteen states are now on the list and this afternoon, the CDC says that this is not the next pandemic in the making. Kailey Schuyler joins us live from Omaha, Nebraska - home to the national quarantine unit.
Cellphone videos of school fights raise safety concerns at Chicago campus
A violent hallway fight captured on cellphone video at Perspectives Rodney D. Joslin Campus is prompting renewed concerns about bullying and school safety, as a student and her family say repeated threats and attacks were not adequately addressed before the situation escalated.
A violent hallway fight captured on cellphone video at Perspectives Rodney D. Joslin Campus is prompting renewed concerns about bullying and school safety, as a student and her family say repeated threats and attacks were not adequately addressed before the situation escalated.
K.C. Johnson explains why there's 'positive momentum about the Bulls' | Chicago Sports Tonight
CHSN Bulls beat reporter K.C. Johnson joined Tina Nguyen from the NBA Draft Combine at Wintrust Arena. K.C. gives us the latest on the Bulls head coaching search and who some candidates might be. Also, which prospects might the Bulls be targeting with their two 1st round draft picks? Plus, K.C. says the NBA has been signing high praises about the Bulls and explains that vibes are high around the hiring Bryson Graham as EVP of Basketball Operations.
CHSN Bulls beat reporter K.C. Johnson joined Tina Nguyen from the NBA Draft Combine at Wintrust Arena. K.C. gives us the latest on the Bulls head coaching search and who some candidates might be. Also, which prospects might the Bulls be targeting with their two 1st round draft picks? Plus, K.C. says the NBA has been signing high praises about the Bulls and explains that vibes are high around the hiring Bryson Graham as EVP of Basketball Operations.
Hearing for Indiana gambling ring scheduled for tomorrow
Twenty-two people implicated in the northwest Indiana illegal gambling ring have an arraignment tomorrow. This is the next step in what they’re calling operation porterhouse parlay, and it’s all tied to some popular restaurants. Joanie Lum is live at the Hammond Federal Courthouse with what’s happening now.
Twenty-two people implicated in the northwest Indiana illegal gambling ring have an arraignment tomorrow. This is the next step in what they’re calling operation porterhouse parlay, and it’s all tied to some popular restaurants. Joanie Lum is live at the Hammond Federal Courthouse with what’s happening now.
New 'banking spoof call' scams are rising
Experts keep warning that scammers are getting smarter about how they rip people off. And it’s costing people in the U.S. billions every year. The latest growing scam involves fake calls from banks known as spoofing. Olivianna Calmes is in New York.
Experts keep warning that scammers are getting smarter about how they rip people off. And it’s costing people in the U.S. billions every year. The latest growing scam involves fake calls from banks known as spoofing. Olivianna Calmes is in New York.
DNC leaders wrap up Chicago visit
Governor Pritzker promised this morning to write another check for Chicago’s 2028 convention bid. He just would not say how much.
Governor Pritzker promised this morning to write another check for Chicago’s 2028 convention bid. He just would not say how much.
Cook County faces possible millions in payouts after federal tax sale ruling
A federal judge's ruling against Cook County is sparking conversations far beyond property taxes. The judge says Cook County might have to pay out millions to thousands who lost their homes in those tax sales.
A federal judge's ruling against Cook County is sparking conversations far beyond property taxes. The judge says Cook County might have to pay out millions to thousands who lost their homes in those tax sales.
Lawsuit filed in Des Plaines condo fire
Some of the victims of a May 6 fire at a Des Plaines condo are now filing lawsuits alleging negligence by NICOR gas and the building’s management. Leslie Moreno is live with what she’s hearing from the legal team and the people who lived there.
Some of the victims of a May 6 fire at a Des Plaines condo are now filing lawsuits alleging negligence by NICOR gas and the building’s management. Leslie Moreno is live with what she’s hearing from the legal team and the people who lived there.
Could the hantavirus outbreak become the next pandemic? Northwestern expert weighs in | ChicagoLIVE
Northwestern Medicine infectious disease expert Dr. Michael Angarone stresses the importance of monitoring updates as health officials continue investigating hantavirus.
Northwestern Medicine infectious disease expert Dr. Michael Angarone stresses the importance of monitoring updates as health officials continue investigating hantavirus.
Burr Ridge mayor voices concerns over Illinois affordable housing bill | ChicagoLIVE
Burr Ridge Mayor Gary Grasso and village trustees are raising concerns about a state housing proposal designed to expand affordable housing options.
Burr Ridge Mayor Gary Grasso and village trustees are raising concerns about a state housing proposal designed to expand affordable housing options.