Surge of in scams across Chicago area driven by AI and deepfakes
The Better Business Bureau reports scam complaints in Chicago and Northern Illinois nearly doubled in 2025, with experts breaking down the most common schemes, the rise of AI-powered fraud, and how consumers can protect themselves in 2026.
The Better Business Bureau reports scam complaints in Chicago and Northern Illinois nearly doubled in 2025, with experts breaking down the most common schemes, the rise of AI-powered fraud, and how consumers can protect themselves in 2026.
President Trump orders new tariffs targeting countries doing business with Iran
President Donald Trump announces sweeping new tariffs as Iran faces growing unrest, with a political science expert explaining what’s driving the protests and what options the U.S. and international community may have next.
President Donald Trump announces sweeping new tariffs as Iran faces growing unrest, with a political science expert explaining what’s driving the protests and what options the U.S. and international community may have next.
'Leave Iran now': Trump meets with top military leaders as Iran protests intensify
President Trump holds a high-level strategy session at the White House on Iran as deadly protests continue, military options remain on the table, and the U.S. issues new warnings and tariffs.
President Trump holds a high-level strategy session at the White House on Iran as deadly protests continue, military options remain on the table, and the U.S. issues new warnings and tariffs.
Chicago weather: Tuesday morning forecast
FOX 32's Mike Caplan breaks down today's weather outlook.
FOX 32's Mike Caplan breaks down today's weather outlook.
Chicago Weather: Colder air and snow chances move in midweek
Fox Chicago Chief Meteorologist Emily Wahls has the forecast for Jan. 12, 2026.
Fox Chicago Chief Meteorologist Emily Wahls has the forecast for Jan. 12, 2026.
Was Soldier Field shaking at the Bears-Packers game on Saturday?
Was Soldier Field shaking during the Bears-Packers game on Saturday? Here's what we know.
Was Soldier Field shaking during the Bears-Packers game on Saturday? Here's what we know.
Kane County to vote on new rules for short-term rentals
After months of debate, the Kane County Board will decide this week whether it’s time to redefine the rules for short-term rental properties found on popular apps like VRBO and Airbnb.
After months of debate, the Kane County Board will decide this week whether it’s time to redefine the rules for short-term rental properties found on popular apps like VRBO and Airbnb.
Debate in LaGrange, IL, over possible demolition of antique mall
In suburban LaGrange, there is a debate brewing over whether to demolish the Jackson Square Mall.
In suburban LaGrange, there is a debate brewing over whether to demolish the Jackson Square Mall.
Linda Brown: Missing Chicago teacher found dead, family confirms
After more than a week of uncertainty and mounting fear, a missing Chicago teacher has been found deceased.
After more than a week of uncertainty and mounting fear, a missing Chicago teacher has been found deceased.
Bears will host Rams in Sunday's NFC divisional round | Chicago Sports Tonight
Cassie joined Lou on CST from Halas Hall and gave the Bears vibes up in Lake Forest coming off the epic comeback win against the Packers. Cassie talks about the amazing atmosphere at Soldier Field on Saturday, why the rivalry means so much to Ben Johnson and why she believes Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson's relationship is peaking at the right time.
Cassie joined Lou on CST from Halas Hall and gave the Bears vibes up in Lake Forest coming off the epic comeback win against the Packers. Cassie talks about the amazing atmosphere at Soldier Field on Saturday, why the rivalry means so much to Ben Johnson and why she believes Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson's relationship is peaking at the right time.
Iran protests and latest on Jesse Jackson's health | The Chicago Report
Paris talks to a Chicago expert on the protests going on in Iran and what they mean for the regime. Then, we get the latest on the health of Chicago civil rights icon Jesse Jackson Jr.
Paris talks to a Chicago expert on the protests going on in Iran and what they mean for the regime. Then, we get the latest on the health of Chicago civil rights icon Jesse Jackson Jr.
Iran protests and latest on Jesse Jackson's health | The Chicago Report
Paris talks to a Chicago expert on the protests going on in Iran and what they mean for the regime. Then, we get the latest on the health of Chicago civil rights icon Jesse Jackson Jr.
Paris talks to a Chicago expert on the protests going on in Iran and what they mean for the regime. Then, we get the latest on the health of Chicago civil rights icon Jesse Jackson Jr.
Civil rights icon Jesse Jackson 'doing quite well,' daughter says | The Chicago Report
Jesse Jackson Jr., the Chicago civil rights icon, has been in poor health but is doing "quite well," according to his daughter, Santita Jackson.
Jesse Jackson Jr., the Chicago civil rights icon, has been in poor health but is doing "quite well," according to his daughter, Santita Jackson.
Unrest in Iran 'not going well' for regime, expert says | The Chicago Report
Protests have rocked Iran as the ruling regime faces potential overthrow and President Trump threatens military action and negotiations.
Protests have rocked Iran as the ruling regime faces potential overthrow and President Trump threatens military action and negotiations.
Chicago Bears fans spot team officials checking out stadium site | The Chicago Report
There's been a lot of big things for Bears fans to be excited about, both on and off the field. A source confirmed that top Bears officials visited multiple sites for potential new stadiums over the weekend, and one fan caught a visit to the suburbs with a photo.
There's been a lot of big things for Bears fans to be excited about, both on and off the field. A source confirmed that top Bears officials visited multiple sites for potential new stadiums over the weekend, and one fan caught a visit to the suburbs with a photo.
Bears riding high after epic comeback against Packers | Chicago Sports Tonight
The Bears are riding a high after an epic comeback against the Packers on Saturday at Soldier Field. What we can expect to see in the team's next playoff match and more, coming up on Chicago Sports Tonight.
The Bears are riding a high after an epic comeback against the Packers on Saturday at Soldier Field. What we can expect to see in the team's next playoff match and more, coming up on Chicago Sports Tonight.
Disabled Chicago veteran loses over $5,900 after app hack
A disabled veteran lost thousands of dollars after a Cash App hack and he says he still hasn't gotten his money back. FOX Chicago's Tia Ewing reports.
A disabled veteran lost thousands of dollars after a Cash App hack and he says he still hasn't gotten his money back. FOX Chicago's Tia Ewing reports.
Chicago police make arrest in CTA shooting, amid recent violence
There have been more violent incidents on the CTA over the past week, including multiple stabbings. Police did make an arrest in a shooting that happened last month.
There have been more violent incidents on the CTA over the past week, including multiple stabbings. Police did make an arrest in a shooting that happened last month.
Chicago Bears officials, NFL commissioner visit potential new stadium sites: source
Over the weekend, top officials from the Chicago Bears and the NFL toured different potential sites for the new stadium that the team has been pushing for.
Over the weekend, top officials from the Chicago Bears and the NFL toured different potential sites for the new stadium that the team has been pushing for.
Fed chair faces DOJ probe, says it’s payback for rate decisions
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is under investigation for allegedly misleading Congress about the multi-billion-dollar renovation of the Fed’s headquarters — but he says the probe isn’t really about construction costs. Powell claims it’s retaliation for refusing to bow to pressure from President Trump to cut interest rates sooner.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is under investigation for allegedly misleading Congress about the multi-billion-dollar renovation of the Fed’s headquarters — but he says the probe isn’t really about construction costs. Powell claims it’s retaliation for refusing to bow to pressure from President Trump to cut interest rates sooner.