Getting scam texts about storm damage? Here's how to avoid them
The Better Business Bureau is telling homeowners to beware of scams this summer. Steve Bernas explains why.
The Better Business Bureau is telling homeowners to beware of scams this summer. Steve Bernas explains why.
Portage mayor says city is prepared as more severe storms bear down
The mayor of Portage spoke with FOX Chicago Tuesday morning as severe weather barrels toward the area nearly a week after storms left behind significant damage across the northwest Indiana city.
The mayor of Portage spoke with FOX Chicago Tuesday morning as severe weather barrels toward the area nearly a week after storms left behind significant damage across the northwest Indiana city.
Indiana residents brace for more severe weather after recent tornado damage
A week after storms tore through Indiana, residents are preparing for more severe weather on Wednesday.
A week after storms tore through Indiana, residents are preparing for more severe weather on Wednesday.
Man killed riding E-bike in Chicago suburb identified
A man riding an electric bike in Franklin Park died after a collision with a vehicle Tuesday morning.
A man riding an electric bike in Franklin Park died after a collision with a vehicle Tuesday morning.
Trump wraps up G7 trip as questions swirl around Iran deal
President Trump is ending his G7 trip in Europe while defending a proposed Iran agreement, saying details will be released soon as lawmakers and allies raise questions ahead of a planned signing ceremony Friday.
President Trump is ending his G7 trip in Europe while defending a proposed Iran agreement, saying details will be released soon as lawmakers and allies raise questions ahead of a planned signing ceremony Friday.
Severe weather threat looms across Chicagoland
Mike Caplan has your Chicago weather update!
Mike Caplan has your Chicago weather update!
Popular Chicago nightclub's new 23+ age policy sparks debate
A popular West Loop nightclub is drawing attention online after implementing new age restrictions.
A popular West Loop nightclub is drawing attention online after implementing new age restrictions.
Chicago soccer fans enjoy 2026 FIFA World Cup games at Recess
The World Cup is underway and Chicagoans can feel the excitement! Joanie Lum is live at Recess with more.
The World Cup is underway and Chicagoans can feel the excitement! Joanie Lum is live at Recess with more.
Families of fallen Chicago officers react to mural vandalism: 'Please respect our pain'
The families of three fallen Chicago police officers are speaking out after a memorial mural honoring their loved ones was vandalized in the city’s West Lawn neighborhood.
The families of three fallen Chicago police officers are speaking out after a memorial mural honoring their loved ones was vandalized in the city’s West Lawn neighborhood.
Pritzker signs budget, former alderman running for mayor | The Chicago Report
Gov. Pritzker has signed the 2027 budget. And, a former Chicago alderman has announced he is running for mayor. All this and more on this episode of "The Chicago Report."
Gov. Pritzker has signed the 2027 budget. And, a former Chicago alderman has announced he is running for mayor. All this and more on this episode of "The Chicago Report."
Coalition fights displacement near Chicago Obama Center | The Chicago Report
The grand opening of the Obama Center is Thursday with the center opening to the public on Friday, coinciding with the Juneteenth holiday. While many are excited to see what's inside, some advocates are concerned about how it's affecting the neighborhood outside.
The grand opening of the Obama Center is Thursday with the center opening to the public on Friday, coinciding with the Juneteenth holiday. While many are excited to see what's inside, some advocates are concerned about how it's affecting the neighborhood outside.
Lawsuit challenges Illinois' end of life law | The Chicago Report
A major legal battle is brewing over Illinois' new medical aid-in-dying law. The legislation lets doctors help terminally ill adults end adults end their lives with medication.
A major legal battle is brewing over Illinois' new medical aid-in-dying law. The legislation lets doctors help terminally ill adults end adults end their lives with medication.
Former Chicago alderman makes mayoral bid | The Chicago Report
We have a new candidate stepping into the Chicago mayoral race. Cook County Board of Review Commissioner George Cardenas officially announced his candidacy today. He joins us on "The Chicago Report."
We have a new candidate stepping into the Chicago mayoral race. Cook County Board of Review Commissioner George Cardenas officially announced his candidacy today. He joins us on "The Chicago Report."
Chicago weather: Wednesday storms could bring tornadoes, widespread damage
JD Rudd has your weather update!
JD Rudd has your weather update!
Chicago West Loop club raises entry age to 23 and older
A popular West Loop nightclub is putting in some new age restrictions. People online and going back and forth about this 23 and up age limit.
A popular West Loop nightclub is putting in some new age restrictions. People online and going back and forth about this 23 and up age limit.
Chicago mural honoring fallen officers vandalized
A memorial honoring three fallen Chicago police officers on the city's Southwest Side was vandalized. As investigators search for who is responsible, we hear from family members of some of the officers.
A memorial honoring three fallen Chicago police officers on the city's Southwest Side was vandalized. As investigators search for who is responsible, we hear from family members of some of the officers.
Celebrating America 250: Grant Park Orchestra to perform free concert at Millennium Park
The Grant Park Orchestra, led by conductor Giancarlo Guerrero, who has performed with Bad Bunny, will host a free concert at Millennium Park to celebrate America 250.
The Grant Park Orchestra, led by conductor Giancarlo Guerrero, who has performed with Bad Bunny, will host a free concert at Millennium Park to celebrate America 250.
'My whole body did not feel right': Indiana residents protest data center projects
Protesters in Merrillville, Indiana, gathered outside a private event for Indiana Gov. Mike Braun to voice concerns about data centers. Fox Chicago's Bret Buganski reports live from the demonstration.
Protesters in Merrillville, Indiana, gathered outside a private event for Indiana Gov. Mike Braun to voice concerns about data centers. Fox Chicago's Bret Buganski reports live from the demonstration.
Caleb is done 'drowning,' and Ryan Pace returns to the NFC North | 1st & North
Caleb Williams is officially done "drowning" in the Bears offense, while Kyler Murray is over in Minnesota trying to learn a playbook. Plus, the Vikings make a hilariously nostalgic front office hire, Green Bay finds comfort in being quiet, and Detroit builds a brand new "People Mover" on the offensive line.
Caleb Williams is officially done "drowning" in the Bears offense, while Kyler Murray is over in Minnesota trying to learn a playbook. Plus, the Vikings make a hilariously nostalgic front office hire, Green Bay finds comfort in being quiet, and Detroit builds a brand new "People Mover" on the offensive line.
After decades of planning, Gary is set to get a new convention center | ChicagoLIVE
The Genesis Center in Gary, Indiana, is being demolished to make way for a new convention center. Sherri Ziller, president and CEO of the Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority, talks about the impact its expected to have on the region.
The Genesis Center in Gary, Indiana, is being demolished to make way for a new convention center. Sherri Ziller, president and CEO of the Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority, talks about the impact its expected to have on the region.



















