Chicago alder talks tragic Little Village mass shooting | ChicagoLIVE
Ald. Michael Rodriguez joined the show to talk about the latest in the investigation into a mass shooting that left a father of five dead in Little Village.
Ald. Michael Rodriguez joined the show to talk about the latest in the investigation into a mass shooting that left a father of five dead in Little Village.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson expands anti-violence program
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order to expand an anti-gun violence program geared toward young people.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order to expand an anti-gun violence program geared toward young people.
Elgin police, Autism Hero Project unite to celebrate autism families
The Elgin Police Department and the Autism Hero Project are joining forces for the #HerosUnite event to bring together families in the autism community and provide resources.
The Elgin Police Department and the Autism Hero Project are joining forces for the #HerosUnite event to bring together families in the autism community and provide resources.
Evaluating Chicago Bears draft picks from first two days
The 2026 NFL Draft wraps up on Saturday. The Chicago Bears have made four selections, so we asked CHGO Sports Podcast host Mark Carman to give his takes on what the team has done so far.
The 2026 NFL Draft wraps up on Saturday. The Chicago Bears have made four selections, so we asked CHGO Sports Podcast host Mark Carman to give his takes on what the team has done so far.
Bill tied to new Chicago Bears stadium advances: What's next?
The so-called "mega projects" bill is one step closer to being passed by Illinois lawmakers who aim to keep the Chicago Bears in the state of Illinois.
The so-called "mega projects" bill is one step closer to being passed by Illinois lawmakers who aim to keep the Chicago Bears in the state of Illinois.
Chicago police squad car crashes in the Loop
A Chicago police squad car was involved in a crash early Saturday morning in the Loop.
A Chicago police squad car was involved in a crash early Saturday morning in the Loop.
3 arrested after Chicago police, suspects exchange gunfire during chase
Chicago police exchanged gunfire with suspects during a car chase on the city’s Southwest Side early Saturday morning, which left multiple people in the hospital.
Chicago police exchanged gunfire with suspects during a car chase on the city’s Southwest Side early Saturday morning, which left multiple people in the hospital.
Chicago Weather: Temps in the 60s in drier weekend
Fox Chicago Meteorologist Mark Strehl has the forecast for April 25, 2026.
Fox Chicago Meteorologist Mark Strehl has the forecast for April 25, 2026.
Soldier arrested for big bet on Maduro capture
Prediction markets let you bet on everything from the weather... To who will win an election. You can even bet on military operations. Now, the Department of Justice is coming down hard on a soldier who took advantage of classified information to cash out a big payday. Caroline Elliott reports some lawmakers, however, say he's being singled out
Prediction markets let you bet on everything from the weather... To who will win an election. You can even bet on military operations. Now, the Department of Justice is coming down hard on a soldier who took advantage of classified information to cash out a big payday. Caroline Elliott reports some lawmakers, however, say he's being singled out
Chicago weather: Seasonable temperatures ahead for the weekend
Fox Chicago's Mark Strehl has the latest forecast.
Fox Chicago's Mark Strehl has the latest forecast.
Family demands justice following mass shooting that kills father
Chicago police is still looking for the suspects in the fatal mass shooting in Little Village where a man was killed and 3 other women were injured. We spoke to the person representing one of the victim's family this evening
Chicago police is still looking for the suspects in the fatal mass shooting in Little Village where a man was killed and 3 other women were injured. We spoke to the person representing one of the victim's family this evening
Buffalo Grove HS security guard dies from crash injuries
Orlando Rivas, a Buffalo Grove High School security guard, has died from his injuries from a crash while he was out helping students.
Orlando Rivas, a Buffalo Grove High School security guard, has died from his injuries from a crash while he was out helping students.
Will the Senate change the Megaprojects Bill? | The Chicago Report
Governor Pritzker's response to the Bears stadium megaproject bill passing and what he wants changed. Plus, we'll talk to a Hinsdale native, who's taken his push for tech policy change, all the way to D.C. And, firing squad executions are back, but we take a look at the legal hurdles ahead. First, a conversation we've been looking forward to all week, with the man behind the Bears stadium plan, state Rep. Kam Buckner.
Governor Pritzker's response to the Bears stadium megaproject bill passing and what he wants changed. Plus, we'll talk to a Hinsdale native, who's taken his push for tech policy change, all the way to D.C. And, firing squad executions are back, but we take a look at the legal hurdles ahead. First, a conversation we've been looking forward to all week, with the man behind the Bears stadium plan, state Rep. Kam Buckner.
Trump administration makes changes to execution policy | The Chicago Report
The Department of Justice is taking dramatic steps to reintroduce and strengthen the federal death penalty. In a new 48 page report, the Bureau of Prisons announcing it will once again use firing squads and lethal injections to carry out executions. Remember, the Biden administration halted all federal executions in 2021, including the use of lethal drugs. Here to tell US more, and discuss the hurdles the trump administration may face, is Director of the Death Penalty Information Center, Robin Maher.
The Department of Justice is taking dramatic steps to reintroduce and strengthen the federal death penalty. In a new 48 page report, the Bureau of Prisons announcing it will once again use firing squads and lethal injections to carry out executions. Remember, the Biden administration halted all federal executions in 2021, including the use of lethal drugs. Here to tell US more, and discuss the hurdles the trump administration may face, is Director of the Death Penalty Information Center, Robin Maher.
Hinsdale native takes on tech safety for youth | The Chicago Report
A Hinsdale native has made it his mission to protect the online generation. Now, he leads Design It For Us, a youth-led coalition that stands up to big tech, for the sake of young users. As Governor Pritzker pushes new bills to rein in harmful algorithms and tax social platforms, we're hearing from the young leaders at the center of the debate. Joining us is the co-founder, Zamaan Gureshi to talk about the state's latest tech related news, and how his generation is handling it.
A Hinsdale native has made it his mission to protect the online generation. Now, he leads Design It For Us, a youth-led coalition that stands up to big tech, for the sake of young users. As Governor Pritzker pushes new bills to rein in harmful algorithms and tax social platforms, we're hearing from the young leaders at the center of the debate. Joining us is the co-founder, Zamaan Gureshi to talk about the state's latest tech related news, and how his generation is handling it.
Megaprojects bill passes: Will the Senate vote yes? | The Chicago Report
State Rep. Kam Buckner created the original bill, giving the bears the ability to negotiate with local governments over payments in lieu of higher property taxes. So, the team will still pay property taxes plus the payment. But it underwent some tweaks, before making it to the house floor. For instance, House democrats came to a consensus about how to divvy the money up for property tax relief, locally and statewide. He's joining us tonight, to share what this process was like, and what he sees the senate democrats doing with it.
State Rep. Kam Buckner created the original bill, giving the bears the ability to negotiate with local governments over payments in lieu of higher property taxes. So, the team will still pay property taxes plus the payment. But it underwent some tweaks, before making it to the house floor. For instance, House democrats came to a consensus about how to divvy the money up for property tax relief, locally and statewide. He's joining us tonight, to share what this process was like, and what he sees the senate democrats doing with it.
Missing Dolton twins found, Bears draft and Chicago headlines | Week in Review
On this episode of "Week in Review:" missing Dolton twin infants found safe, a Bears draft pick breakdown and a CTA train derailment during the evening commute. Plus, a rideshare delivery turns into a drug discovery, over $100K in Pokémon cards stolen and a viral goose egg theft caught on camera.
On this episode of "Week in Review:" missing Dolton twin infants found safe, a Bears draft pick breakdown and a CTA train derailment during the evening commute. Plus, a rideshare delivery turns into a drug discovery, over $100K in Pokémon cards stolen and a viral goose egg theft caught on camera.
Chicago's Original Rainbow Cone prepares for 100th anniversary, celebrates signature 5-slice cone
Known for its five-slice ice cream cone, The Original Rainbow Cone is preparing to celebrate 100 years this summer.
Known for its five-slice ice cream cone, The Original Rainbow Cone is preparing to celebrate 100 years this summer.
Foster Bridge construction delay continues
There's a delay in the Foster Bridge construction on the city's Northwest Side. The project, over the Kennedy Expressway, was supposed to be done this summer. Bret Buganski is live in Jefferson Park.
There's a delay in the Foster Bridge construction on the city's Northwest Side. The project, over the Kennedy Expressway, was supposed to be done this summer. Bret Buganski is live in Jefferson Park.
Beware: Scammers posing as Cook County Sheriff's Office
A convincing voice. Even a badge number. A sophisticated phone scam is targeting residents of all ages claiming you missed jury duty.
A convincing voice. Even a badge number. A sophisticated phone scam is targeting residents of all ages claiming you missed jury duty.