Cyclospora outbreak linked to lettuce sickens nearly 2,000 as CDC warns cases may rise
A growing Cyclospora outbreak tied to shredded iceberg lettuce has spread to more states, with health officials investigating the source while warning the true number of illnesses could be even higher.
A growing Cyclospora outbreak tied to shredded iceberg lettuce has spread to more states, with health officials investigating the source while warning the true number of illnesses could be even higher.
Judge orders boat crash suspect held pending trial after prosecutors reveal graphic details
A McHenry County judge ordered the man accused of causing a deadly boat crash over the weekend to remain behind bars Monday after prosecutors described the incident as a preventable tragedy fueled by alcohol and excessive speed.
A McHenry County judge ordered the man accused of causing a deadly boat crash over the weekend to remain behind bars Monday after prosecutors described the incident as a preventable tragedy fueled by alcohol and excessive speed.
Just Women's Sports spotlights overlooked athletes
Just Women’s Sports is on a mission to increase the visibility of women’s sports, and its latest partnership with WNBA All-Star Weekend is helping do just that. Founder and CEO Haley Rosen joined Good Day Chicago to talk about the collaboration.
Just Women’s Sports is on a mission to increase the visibility of women’s sports, and its latest partnership with WNBA All-Star Weekend is helping do just that. Founder and CEO Haley Rosen joined Good Day Chicago to talk about the collaboration.
Summit neighborhood hit by street flooding and downed trees
This video from Citizen app shows a street in Summit, IL flooded with downed trees.
This video from Citizen app shows a street in Summit, IL flooded with downed trees.
'We have forgotten how big Rome Odunze needs to be for this team' | Chicago Sports Tonight
On the eve of Bears training camp, Devan Kaney and FS1's Danny Parkins preview the biggest storylines heading into practices. Also, will Caleb Williams' progression overcome the Bears' roster regression? Plus, Danny explains how Rome Odunze has become a forgotten player and how important Odunze is for the Bears offense.
On the eve of Bears training camp, Devan Kaney and FS1's Danny Parkins preview the biggest storylines heading into practices. Also, will Caleb Williams' progression overcome the Bears' roster regression? Plus, Danny explains how Rome Odunze has become a forgotten player and how important Odunze is for the Bears offense.
Southwest Side home flooded after heavy rainfall
This video from Citizen app shows a home on Chicago’s Southwest Side flooded throughout after heavy rainfall.
This video from Citizen app shows a home on Chicago’s Southwest Side flooded throughout after heavy rainfall.
Heavy flooding overtakes Sam’s Club parking lot in Hodgkins
This video from Citizen app shows heavy flooding in the parking lot of a Sam’s Club in Hodgkins, IL.
This video from Citizen app shows heavy flooding in the parking lot of a Sam’s Club in Hodgkins, IL.
Video shows truck plunge off bridge in Chicago crash that killed 4 teens
Police said the truck was traveling at a high rate of speed when it left the roadway and struck a train box car on Chicago's Southwest Side.
Police said the truck was traveling at a high rate of speed when it left the roadway and struck a train box car on Chicago's Southwest Side.
E-scooters banned on busy stretch of Sheridan Road in Edgewater
E-scooters are no longer allowed on Sheridan Road in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood following reports of repeated sidewalk riding. FOX Chicago's Anthony Ponce explains what it means for riders.
E-scooters are no longer allowed on Sheridan Road in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood following reports of repeated sidewalk riding. FOX Chicago's Anthony Ponce explains what it means for riders.
Large hail comes down in Glendale Heights
Lou Balogh sent us this video of hail coming down heavy in suburban Glendale Heights.
Lou Balogh sent us this video of hail coming down heavy in suburban Glendale Heights.
Weather Alert: Tornado Warning issued for DuPage, Cook, and Will counties
A tornado warning is in effect for DuPage, Cook, and Will counties. FOX Chicago is tracking the latest storm developments.
A tornado warning is in effect for DuPage, Cook, and Will counties. FOX Chicago is tracking the latest storm developments.
Video shows speeding boat on Fox River around time of fatal crash
A Lisle man is facing felony charges after a deadly boating crash on the Fox River that killed one woman and injured two others.
A Lisle man is facing felony charges after a deadly boating crash on the Fox River that killed one woman and injured two others.
Cradles to Crayons packs 80,000 backpacks for local students
Cradles to Crayons Chicago Executive Director Dawn Melchiorre explains how thousands of volunteers are helping pack 80,000 backpacks with school supplies for children across the Chicago area ahead of the new school year.
Cradles to Crayons Chicago Executive Director Dawn Melchiorre explains how thousands of volunteers are helping pack 80,000 backpacks with school supplies for children across the Chicago area ahead of the new school year.
Chicago Gourmet returns with new events and top chefs
Illinois Restaurant Association President and CEO Sam Toia previews this year's Chicago Gourmet festival, highlighting new events, featured chefs, food trends, and what attendees can expect in September.
Illinois Restaurant Association President and CEO Sam Toia previews this year's Chicago Gourmet festival, highlighting new events, featured chefs, food trends, and what attendees can expect in September.
Invasive red swamp crayfish found in the Chicago River
Loyola University Chicago professor Dr. Reuben Keller explains why invasive red swamp crayfish are a growing concern in the Chicago River and what residents should do if they spot one.
Loyola University Chicago professor Dr. Reuben Keller explains why invasive red swamp crayfish are a growing concern in the Chicago River and what residents should do if they spot one.
Coast Guard investigating unusual find at North Avenue Beach
The U.S. Coast Guard is investigating an unusual discovery at Chicago's North Avenue Beach after beachgoers recently noticed something out of the ordinary.
The U.S. Coast Guard is investigating an unusual discovery at Chicago's North Avenue Beach after beachgoers recently noticed something out of the ordinary.
U.S. heading towards historically low homicide rates, report finds
Council on Criminal Justice researcher Ernesto Lopez explains a new report showing homicides fell sharply across major U.S. cities, what the data shows for Chicago, and why some crimes are still increasing.
Council on Criminal Justice researcher Ernesto Lopez explains a new report showing homicides fell sharply across major U.S. cities, what the data shows for Chicago, and why some crimes are still increasing.
What new US-Canada tariffs could mean for your wallet
Economic policy expert Michael Negron explains the latest U.S.-Canada tariffs, which products could be affected, and what the trade dispute could mean for consumers, businesses, and the Midwest economy.
Economic policy expert Michael Negron explains the latest U.S.-Canada tariffs, which products could be affected, and what the trade dispute could mean for consumers, businesses, and the Midwest economy.
Measles cases hit highest level in decades, CDC says
Rush University Medical Center's Dr. David Nguyen explains why measles cases are surging across the U.S., the role of declining vaccination rates, and what families should know about protecting their communities.
Rush University Medical Center's Dr. David Nguyen explains why measles cases are surging across the U.S., the role of declining vaccination rates, and what families should know about protecting their communities.
Chicago study links vacant schools to higher rates of gun violence
University of Chicago researcher Thomas Statchen discusses a new study that found neighborhoods with vacant schools experienced more shootings than similar communities with schools that remained open, and what the findings could mean for policymakers.
University of Chicago researcher Thomas Statchen discusses a new study that found neighborhoods with vacant schools experienced more shootings than similar communities with schools that remained open, and what the findings could mean for policymakers.