Heavy security planned for New York City's NYE celebration
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New York City hosts one of the largest New Year's Eve parties in the world. Police are outlining plans to keep everyone safe.

Story Time: 3 cozy winter books for kids read by Mark Strehl
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Join Fox 32 Chicago for a cozy, winter-themed story time with meteorologist Mark Strehl - filmed at the Chicago Public Library as part of Fox 32’s 2025 Holiday Special. Mark joins Librarian Megan and reads classic winter favorites in the Thomas Hughes Children’s Library at Harold Washington Library Center, followed by rhymes, movement songs, and a fun snow-themed craft. Join us in the reading room and see why Chicago Public Library is the destination for curious kids throughout Chicago!

Here are the dating green flags you need to know in the new year
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Lisa Goodman, VP at Selective Search, offers guidance on modern dating, including communication, app use, and red and green flags for singles entering 2026.

Crucial strategies for saving money in 2026
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Illinois State Comptroller Susana Mendoza shares tips on budgeting, saving, and reducing debt as part of New Year’s resolutions to help families start 2026 on a stronger financial footing.

Adler Planetarium brings Pink Floyd’s “The Dark Side of the Moon” to life
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Visitors can experience an immersive visual and surround-sound journey through space set to Pink Floyd’s iconic album at the Adler Planetarium, running daily starting January 1, 2026.

Do detox diets really work? Expert weighs in
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A registered dietitian from Rush University Medical Center explains whether popular detox diets actually improve health, what science says about “gut health,” and smarter ways to reset habits after the holidays.

Drone busts 3 men stealing from moving freight train on Chicago's South Side
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Three men are facing charges after sheriff's police said a burglary on a moving freight train was captured by a railroad drone earlier this month on Chicago's South Side.

U.S. ramps up pressure on Venezuela
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President Donald Trump is ramping up pressure on Venezuela, going from attacking drug boats to striking the shoreline.

Chicago gears up for big New Year's Eve crowds, traffic
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Chicago officials are warning locals and visitors to be prepared for large crowds and a lot of traffic for New Year's Eve.

ICE defies order to release Chicago man, family says
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A Chicago family is demanding answers after they say U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has failed to follow a judge’s order to release two men who were detained during a routine check-in.

How the Bears lost to the 49ers in a shootout | Chicago Sports Tonight
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Fox Sports Danny Parkins joined Lou to recap a heartbreaker for the Bears against the 49ers. Despite the loss though, Danny believes Caleb Williams was spectacular and gives us his Bears title chances in the Parkins Super Bowl-O-Meter. Plus, Danny tells us why this could be the best Bears offense in franchise history.

Best yet to come for Caleb Williams, Miller says | Chicago Sports Tonight
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Former Bears QB and Fox Chicago 'After the Whistle' analyst Jim Miller joined Lou on tonight's CST. Jim believes the Bears are an ascending team, and the best is yet to come from Caleb Williams. Also, who does Jim believe is the most complete team in the NFC?

Bill Kurtis on his career, CPS board votes to raise taxes | The Chicago Report
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Paris digs into a secretive meeting by the Chicago Board of Education to pass a $25 million property tax increase, and legendary broadcast journalist Bill Kurtis talks about his new book.