Chicago Weather: Warm high temps to start the weekend!
Fox Chicago Meteorologist Mark Strehl has the forecast for March 21, 2026.
Fox Chicago Meteorologist Mark Strehl has the forecast for March 21, 2026.
Maintenance worker fired after allegedly urinating in tenant's sink
An update to a very funky story. We told you about a Bloomingdale tenant who says a maintenance worker urinated in his sink.
An update to a very funky story. We told you about a Bloomingdale tenant who says a maintenance worker urinated in his sink.
Car drives into Logan Square small business
Someone crashed their car into a shop in Logan Square earlier this week. Thankfully, no one was inside the store when it happened. The business however is now asking the community for help
Someone crashed their car into a shop in Logan Square earlier this week. Thankfully, no one was inside the store when it happened. The business however is now asking the community for help
Man charged with murder in death of firefighter Michael Altman
New tonight--- there are pending charges against a man accused of intentionally setting a building on fire in Rogers Park. It's the fire that killed Chicago firefighter Michael Altman. The suspect facing first degree murder charges. This all happening as tributes continue to pour in for Altman.
New tonight--- there are pending charges against a man accused of intentionally setting a building on fire in Rogers Park. It's the fire that killed Chicago firefighter Michael Altman. The suspect facing first degree murder charges. This all happening as tributes continue to pour in for Altman.
Chicago weather: One more day of warmth
Fox Chicago's Mark Strehl has the latest forecast.
Fox Chicago's Mark Strehl has the latest forecast.
City Council halts wage increase for tipped workers | The Chicago Report
Fox Chicago's Paris Schutz talks about the One Fair Wage discussion, continued fallout after Chicago Deputy Mayor's firing, talking to the architect of a new Soldier Field idea, and the latest hotel tax hike in Chicago.
Fox Chicago's Paris Schutz talks about the One Fair Wage discussion, continued fallout after Chicago Deputy Mayor's firing, talking to the architect of a new Soldier Field idea, and the latest hotel tax hike in Chicago.
City Council passes hotel tax - highest in the nation| The Chicago Report
Chicago is ramping up the hotel tax to fund tourism. On Wednesday, city council unanimously voted to create a tourism improvement district, raising hotel taxes to 19% --the highest in the nation. Supporters say it's needed to boost the city's marketing budget. To weigh in, we have Michael Jacobson, President of the Illinois Hotel and Lodging Association.
Chicago is ramping up the hotel tax to fund tourism. On Wednesday, city council unanimously voted to create a tourism improvement district, raising hotel taxes to 19% --the highest in the nation. Supporters say it's needed to boost the city's marketing budget. To weigh in, we have Michael Jacobson, President of the Illinois Hotel and Lodging Association.
Edward Peck's Soldier Field proposal | The Chicago Report
There's an architect making a last-minute pitch to keep the team at Solider Field. Edward Peck's design includes a translucent roof, more seating, and an entertainment district. Could these upgrades be enough to keep Indiana or Arlington Heights off the table? Peck joins us know to make his case.
There's an architect making a last-minute pitch to keep the team at Solider Field. Edward Peck's design includes a translucent roof, more seating, and an entertainment district. Could these upgrades be enough to keep Indiana or Arlington Heights off the table? Peck joins us know to make his case.
City Council halts wage increase for tipped workers | The Chicago Report
Like clockwork - city council and the mayor are at odds on another issue. Yesterday, the council voted 30-18 to freeze planned hikes in the minimum wage for tipped workers like servers and bartenders. So instead of gradually going up to match the regular city minimum wage around $16, it will stay at $12.62 an hour. But a frustrated mayor johnson said he has other plans.
Like clockwork - city council and the mayor are at odds on another issue. Yesterday, the council voted 30-18 to freeze planned hikes in the minimum wage for tipped workers like servers and bartenders. So instead of gradually going up to match the regular city minimum wage around $16, it will stay at $12.62 an hour. But a frustrated mayor johnson said he has other plans.
CTA sues government over paused project funding | The Chicago Report
The CTA is suing the Trump administration over paused funding for two of its projects.
The CTA is suing the Trump administration over paused funding for two of its projects.
Fallout continues after Chicago Deputy Mayor firing | The Chicago Report
More fallout today after yesterday's surprise firing of Mayor Johnson's point person for public safety, deputy mayor Garien Gatewood. More than 20 city council members have sent the mayor a letter condemning the move, and what they say is a character assassination from the mayor's office with claims that Gatewood presided over a hostile work environment.
More fallout today after yesterday's surprise firing of Mayor Johnson's point person for public safety, deputy mayor Garien Gatewood. More than 20 city council members have sent the mayor a letter condemning the move, and what they say is a character assassination from the mayor's office with claims that Gatewood presided over a hostile work environment.
Will Caleb Williams become the next Michael Jordan of Chicago? | The Offseason Ep. 5
This week on "The Offseason:" Cassie Carlson is joined by CHSN's Ruthie Polinsky. Kevin Byard has high praise for QB Caleb Williams; can he become the next Michael Jordan in Chicago? Plus, mock drafts have the Bears addressing their defense. Should the Bears draft an EDGE, safety or best player available?
This week on "The Offseason:" Cassie Carlson is joined by CHSN's Ruthie Polinsky. Kevin Byard has high praise for QB Caleb Williams; can he become the next Michael Jordan in Chicago? Plus, mock drafts have the Bears addressing their defense. Should the Bears draft an EDGE, safety or best player available?
Firefighter tragedy, squatters shock & new White Sox stadium? | Week in Review
This week on Fox Chicago’s "Week in Review:" A Chicago firefighter loses his life. A tragic end for a suburban man missing in Spain. Plus, a surprise shakeup at the Chicago mayor’s office and a shocking story involving squatters in a local apartment. We also break down the biggest winners at this year’s Oscars and highlight “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” at the Goodman Theatre.
This week on Fox Chicago’s "Week in Review:" A Chicago firefighter loses his life. A tragic end for a suburban man missing in Spain. Plus, a surprise shakeup at the Chicago mayor’s office and a shocking story involving squatters in a local apartment. We also break down the biggest winners at this year’s Oscars and highlight “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” at the Goodman Theatre.
University of Illinois Chicago medical students receive their matches to hospitals
Big day for med students at UIC. They just opened envelopes to see where they'll train next. Where they end up matters. It can affect how easy it is to see a doctor in Illinois. And the state definitely needs more doctors right now.
Big day for med students at UIC. They just opened envelopes to see where they'll train next. Where they end up matters. It can affect how easy it is to see a doctor in Illinois. And the state definitely needs more doctors right now.
Michael Altman: Hundreds line streets to honor fallen Chicago firefighter
Hundreds of people gathered to pay tribute to Chicago firefighter Michael Altman, who died after being injured battling a Rogers Park fire. The 32-year-old leaves behind a wife, a young child, and another on the way, as the community rallies to support his family ahead of next week’s funeral.
Hundreds of people gathered to pay tribute to Chicago firefighter Michael Altman, who died after being injured battling a Rogers Park fire. The 32-year-old leaves behind a wife, a young child, and another on the way, as the community rallies to support his family ahead of next week’s funeral.
Car crashes into Logan Square small business
A car slammed into a shop in Logan Square. Now this small business needs help from neighbors. Leslie Moreno is out front with how you can help.
A car slammed into a shop in Logan Square. Now this small business needs help from neighbors. Leslie Moreno is out front with how you can help.
Chicago police officer stripped of powers after deadly Humboldt Park shooting
A Chicago cop is off patrol. Police moved him after a shooting earlier this month. Officer Max Walzer has been stripped of his police powers and reassigned while an investigation into the incident remains ongoing.
A Chicago cop is off patrol. Police moved him after a shooting earlier this month. Officer Max Walzer has been stripped of his police powers and reassigned while an investigation into the incident remains ongoing.
Elgin officer fired over social media posts
The City of Elgin has fired a police officer after an investigation found he violated department policies during the height of a federal immigration enforcement operation last fall.
The City of Elgin has fired a police officer after an investigation found he violated department policies during the height of a federal immigration enforcement operation last fall.
New food lineup at Wrigley Field ready for Opening Day
Ahead of Opening Day, Tina Nguyen previews the latest food and drink offerings at Wrigley Field, giving Cubs fans plenty of new flavors to try this season.
Ahead of Opening Day, Tina Nguyen previews the latest food and drink offerings at Wrigley Field, giving Cubs fans plenty of new flavors to try this season.
March Madness betting risks: WSJ columnist Eli Thompson on impact for young people | ChicagoLIVE
Wall Street Journal columnist and college student Eli Thompson joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss how sports betting is impacting young people, especially during March Madness. He explains why the issue is growing, the financial and social toll it can take, and why more awareness is needed.
Wall Street Journal columnist and college student Eli Thompson joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss how sports betting is impacting young people, especially during March Madness. He explains why the issue is growing, the financial and social toll it can take, and why more awareness is needed.