ChicagoNOW: The moments we loved in 2025
ChicagoNOW hosts Anthony Ponce and Kaitlin Cody look back at some of the stories from 2025 that stayed with us.
ChicagoNOW hosts Anthony Ponce and Kaitlin Cody look back at some of the stories from 2025 that stayed with us.
U.S. continues pressure campaign on Venezuela's Maduro
The Pentagon is reportedly deploying more troops and aircraft to the Caribbean as part of a monthslong pressure campaign on Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro.
The Pentagon is reportedly deploying more troops and aircraft to the Caribbean as part of a monthslong pressure campaign on Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro.
Gary: A city once written off is now back in play for Chicago Bears
Gary, Indiana is now back in the conversation as the Bears search for a new stadium site.
Gary, Indiana is now back in the conversation as the Bears search for a new stadium site.
Illinois joins lawsuit over curtail of gender-affirming care for kids
Illinois joined a group of states suing HHS over a move that could limit gender-affirming care for young people.
Illinois joined a group of states suing HHS over a move that could limit gender-affirming care for young people.
From Weber grills to Malört: Stories through the lens | FOX Chicago Photographers Showcase
See Chicago through a whole new lens in this Fox Chicago Photographers Showcase, where our photographers share some of their most creative and visually compelling work. The showcase features a wide range of stories from across the city, including the story of an American classic, the Weber grill, a bold look at Malört, a drink only Chicagoans could love, and a rolling ice rink brought back from the brink.
See Chicago through a whole new lens in this Fox Chicago Photographers Showcase, where our photographers share some of their most creative and visually compelling work. The showcase features a wide range of stories from across the city, including the story of an American classic, the Weber grill, a bold look at Malört, a drink only Chicagoans could love, and a rolling ice rink brought back from the brink.
Chicago faith leaders again denied access to ICE facility on Christmas Eve
Faith leaders have continued to show support for those detained at the Broadview ICE processing facility and were again denied access to offer prayer.
Faith leaders have continued to show support for those detained at the Broadview ICE processing facility and were again denied access to offer prayer.
Chicago man denied medical care in ICE custody, family says
A local family said their father was denied critical medical care while he was in ICE custody that nearly cost him his life.
A local family said their father was denied critical medical care while he was in ICE custody that nearly cost him his life.
Shooting reported on Chicago area interstate on Christmas Eve
State Police are investigating a shooting on the Kennedy Expressway on Christmas Eve.
State Police are investigating a shooting on the Kennedy Expressway on Christmas Eve.
Chicago weather: A mild Christmas Eve with fog on the way for Santa
Fox Chicago's Kaitlin Cody has the forecast.
Fox Chicago's Kaitlin Cody has the forecast.
'Christmas Around the World' brings holiday traditions to Chicago
The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry’s annual “Christmas Around the World” exhibit showcases dozens of decorated trees celebrating cultures and holiday traditions from across the globe.
The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry’s annual “Christmas Around the World” exhibit showcases dozens of decorated trees celebrating cultures and holiday traditions from across the globe.
New Middle East tensions on Christmas Eve
As Christians prepare to celebrate midnight mass in Bethlehem, the White House is warning Israel to back off any new threats of military occupation in Gaza.
As Christians prepare to celebrate midnight mass in Bethlehem, the White House is warning Israel to back off any new threats of military occupation in Gaza.
A Wrigleyville bar turns into a festive Santa Baby Christmas pop-up
Stolen Saddle, a country-themed bar in Chicago’s Wrigleyville neighborhood, has transformed into a festive “Santa Baby” Christmas pop-up. The space is filled with floor-to-ceiling Christmas decorations, immersive photo ops and holiday drinks. Staff say it takes about three weeks to set everything up, with months of planning going into the pop-up each year.
Stolen Saddle, a country-themed bar in Chicago’s Wrigleyville neighborhood, has transformed into a festive “Santa Baby” Christmas pop-up. The space is filled with floor-to-ceiling Christmas decorations, immersive photo ops and holiday drinks. Staff say it takes about three weeks to set everything up, with months of planning going into the pop-up each year.
The Chicago Report: Top 10 political stories of the year (part 2)
In part two of this special edition of "The Chicago Report," we continue the countdown of the top political stories of the year, covering stories five through one. This episode examines last-minute efforts in the Illinois General Assembly to avoid a transit fiscal cliff, Governor J.B. Pritzker’s tense trip to Washington, and the public split between Chicago Public Schools and CEO Pedro Martinez amid ongoing financial challenges. The countdown also includes the election of Pope Leo, who hails from Chicago’s south suburbs, and the presence of ICE and Border Patrol operations in Chicago, one of the most closely watched political developments of the year.
In part two of this special edition of "The Chicago Report," we continue the countdown of the top political stories of the year, covering stories five through one. This episode examines last-minute efforts in the Illinois General Assembly to avoid a transit fiscal cliff, Governor J.B. Pritzker’s tense trip to Washington, and the public split between Chicago Public Schools and CEO Pedro Martinez amid ongoing financial challenges. The countdown also includes the election of Pope Leo, who hails from Chicago’s south suburbs, and the presence of ICE and Border Patrol operations in Chicago, one of the most closely watched political developments of the year.
The Chicago Report: Top 10 political stories of the year (part 1)
On a special edition of "The Chicago Report," we count down the top 10 political stories of the year, beginning with stories 10 through 6. This episode covers major moments including City Council clashes over a global debate, a budget battle that pushed Chicago to the brink of a shutdown, Senator Dick Durbin’s decision not to seek reelection and the race to replace him, ongoing Bears stadium drama, and Mayor Brandon Johnson’s visit to the nation’s capital.
On a special edition of "The Chicago Report," we count down the top 10 political stories of the year, beginning with stories 10 through 6. This episode covers major moments including City Council clashes over a global debate, a budget battle that pushed Chicago to the brink of a shutdown, Senator Dick Durbin’s decision not to seek reelection and the race to replace him, ongoing Bears stadium drama, and Mayor Brandon Johnson’s visit to the nation’s capital.
$400K lobster shipment hijacked before Illinois delivery | ChicagoLIVE
A nearly $400,000 shipment of lobster headed to Illinois Costco stores was stolen after criminals posing as a legitimate carrier hijacked the load.
A nearly $400,000 shipment of lobster headed to Illinois Costco stores was stolen after criminals posing as a legitimate carrier hijacked the load.
Jersey Girls perform 'Like Snow Like Snow' on Good Day Chicago
Check out the Jersey Girls hit single, "Like Snow Like Snow."
Check out the Jersey Girls hit single, "Like Snow Like Snow."
How long is Influenza A contagious? What to know ahead of the holidays
As flu cases rise during the busy holiday season, a Rush medical provider explains how to reduce your risk and what steps can help keep you and your family healthy.
As flu cases rise during the busy holiday season, a Rush medical provider explains how to reduce your risk and what steps can help keep you and your family healthy.
What to know as holiday travel hits its busiest days
Holiday travel is ramping up ahead of Christmas, with the FAA expecting more than 45,000 flights and AAA projecting a record 109 million people will travel by car.
Holiday travel is ramping up ahead of Christmas, with the FAA expecting more than 45,000 flights and AAA projecting a record 109 million people will travel by car.
How personal data and AI can change the price you see online
Ever compare prices with someone else and get a totally different number? A privacy expert explains how companies use personal data and AI to adjust prices in real time.
Ever compare prices with someone else and get a totally different number? A privacy expert explains how companies use personal data and AI to adjust prices in real time.
Louvre installs bars on windows after $102M jewel heist
After a $102M heist, the Louvre tightens security efforts with metal bars, new cameras and enhanced perimeter protection.
After a $102M heist, the Louvre tightens security efforts with metal bars, new cameras and enhanced perimeter protection.