Student loan borrowers in default face wage garnishment in 2026
The Department of Education will begin garnishing wages from borrowers who have defaulted on federal student loans starting Jan. 7.
The Department of Education will begin garnishing wages from borrowers who have defaulted on federal student loans starting Jan. 7.
New GDP numbers show U.S. economy grew faster than expected last quarter
The latest Commerce Department report shows the U.S. economy grew 4.3% in the third quarter, beating expectations as officials and analysts debate whether the momentum can last.
The latest Commerce Department report shows the U.S. economy grew 4.3% in the third quarter, beating expectations as officials and analysts debate whether the momentum can last.
Cloudy Christmas Eve gives way to fog and drizzle in Chicago
Mike Caplan has your Chicago weather update!
Mike Caplan has your Chicago weather update!
Pope Leo disappointed in Illinois' new 'right to die' law
Pope Leo XIV said Tuesday he was "very disappointed" that his home state of Illinois had approved a law allowing for medically assisted suicide, and he called for greater respect of life.
Pope Leo XIV said Tuesday he was "very disappointed" that his home state of Illinois had approved a law allowing for medically assisted suicide, and he called for greater respect of life.
Chicago dog tests positive for rabies, first in decades
PAWS Chicago confirmed that a dog that tested positive for rabies was in their care this summer.
PAWS Chicago confirmed that a dog that tested positive for rabies was in their care this summer.
Chicago budget battle, new Alzheimer's drug research | The Chicago Report
Paris has the lastest reaction from the end of the Chicago city budget battle and researchers at Northwestern University are working on a promising experimental drug to prevent Alzheimer's disease.
Paris has the lastest reaction from the end of the Chicago city budget battle and researchers at Northwestern University are working on a promising experimental drug to prevent Alzheimer's disease.
Northwestern develops experimental Alzheimer's drug | The Chicago Report
Researchers at Northwestern University are developing an experimental drug to combat Alzheimer's disease.
Researchers at Northwestern University are developing an experimental drug to combat Alzheimer's disease.
Reaction to end of Chicago city budget drama | The Chicago Report
Mayor Brandon Johnson did not sign or veto the budget passed by the City Council over the weekend, averting a feared shutdown.
Mayor Brandon Johnson did not sign or veto the budget passed by the City Council over the weekend, averting a feared shutdown.
Chicago Weather: Cloudy skies and drizzle expected for Christmas Eve
Fox Chicago Chief Meteorologist Emily Wahls has the forecast for Dec. 23, 2025.
Fox Chicago Chief Meteorologist Emily Wahls has the forecast for Dec. 23, 2025.
NFC North reacts after crazy Bears win, Lions loss and Pro Bowl news | 1st & North
On this episode of "1st & North," Lou Canellis and NFC North insiders break down a wild week around the division. The Bears stun the Packers, sending fans into a frenzy after DJ Moore’s touchdown, while Green Bay looks for answers on how to bounce back. The panel also dives into the Lions’ heartbreaking loss as their playoff hopes dwindle, sparking debate over whether the NFL has it out for Detroit. Plus, J.J. McCarthy is injured again and will miss another game, Pro Bowl rosters are announced, and key injuries around the division are discussed, including Jordan Love.
On this episode of "1st & North," Lou Canellis and NFC North insiders break down a wild week around the division. The Bears stun the Packers, sending fans into a frenzy after DJ Moore’s touchdown, while Green Bay looks for answers on how to bounce back. The panel also dives into the Lions’ heartbreaking loss as their playoff hopes dwindle, sparking debate over whether the NFL has it out for Detroit. Plus, J.J. McCarthy is injured again and will miss another game, Pro Bowl rosters are announced, and key injuries around the division are discussed, including Jordan Love.
Update on Quadajah 'Holly' Johnson case after tense courthouse hearing
Fox Chicago's Tia Ewing joins us with an update on the case against Quadajah “Holly” Johnson after a status hearing in Chicago that turned chaotic. Johnson is charged with first-degree murder in the Sept. 8 shooting death of Romeca Blackmon in the South Loop, shortly after she dropped her son off at school.
Fox Chicago's Tia Ewing joins us with an update on the case against Quadajah “Holly” Johnson after a status hearing in Chicago that turned chaotic. Johnson is charged with first-degree murder in the Sept. 8 shooting death of Romeca Blackmon in the South Loop, shortly after she dropped her son off at school.
Chicago confirms first rabies-positive dog in decades
A dog in Chicago has tested positive for rabies, and 13 people are known to have been exposed, according to health officials.
A dog in Chicago has tested positive for rabies, and 13 people are known to have been exposed, according to health officials.
Christmas surprise delivered to Chicago child who lost mother
On Chicago's South Side, before the Quadajah Johnson court hearing, the boy at the heart of this case got a Christmas surprise at him home on Tuesday.
On Chicago's South Side, before the Quadajah Johnson court hearing, the boy at the heart of this case got a Christmas surprise at him home on Tuesday.
Samantha Steele says she did not offer job to political opponent
Samantha Steele, the current Cook County Board of Review commissioner, is responding to allegations made by opponent Liz Nicholson. Steele tells us that “in no way, shape or form” did she offer Nicholson a job in exchange for dropping out of the race. Steele says the allegation is a distraction and argues that Nicholson is not qualified for the position she is seeking.
Samantha Steele, the current Cook County Board of Review commissioner, is responding to allegations made by opponent Liz Nicholson. Steele tells us that “in no way, shape or form” did she offer Nicholson a job in exchange for dropping out of the race. Steele says the allegation is a distraction and argues that Nicholson is not qualified for the position she is seeking.
Supreme Court keeps Trump’s National Guard deployment blocked in the Chicago area, for now
The Supreme Court refused to allow the Trump administration to deploy National Guard troops in the Chicago area.
The Supreme Court refused to allow the Trump administration to deploy National Guard troops in the Chicago area.
‘Very unethical’: Cook County candidate says she was offered a job to drop out
A political fight is unfolding in Chicago as Liz Nicholson, a candidate for Cook County Board of Review commissioner in District 2, alleges she was offered a job by the current officeholder, Samantha Steele, in exchange for dropping out of the race. Nicholson calls the alleged offer “very unethical” and “very disturbing.”
A political fight is unfolding in Chicago as Liz Nicholson, a candidate for Cook County Board of Review commissioner in District 2, alleges she was offered a job by the current officeholder, Samantha Steele, in exchange for dropping out of the race. Nicholson calls the alleged offer “very unethical” and “very disturbing.”
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson won’t veto budget passed by City Council
Mayor Brandon Johnson on Tuesday said he would not veto, nor sign the so-called alternative budget passed by a majority of the City Council over the weekend, essentially ending the standoff over how to close a $1.1 billion deficit for 2026.
Mayor Brandon Johnson on Tuesday said he would not veto, nor sign the so-called alternative budget passed by a majority of the City Council over the weekend, essentially ending the standoff over how to close a $1.1 billion deficit for 2026.
Man shot during armored truck robbery outside Chicago Chase Bank, authorities say
A man was critically injured Tuesday morning when he was shot during a robbery of an armored truck outside a Chase Bank, according to Chicago police and the FBI.
A man was critically injured Tuesday morning when he was shot during a robbery of an armored truck outside a Chase Bank, according to Chicago police and the FBI.
Chicago’s good news moments that made 2025 brighter
Fox Chicago highlights the good news that defined 2025 in our community. The special features uplifting stories of compassion, generosity and hope from across Chicago, including a young pastor lifting spirits with a barber chair, a daughter donating a kidney to save her mother, a 19-year-old Elvis performer bringing joy to seniors and the emotional return of a Purple Heart to a veteran’s family.
Fox Chicago highlights the good news that defined 2025 in our community. The special features uplifting stories of compassion, generosity and hope from across Chicago, including a young pastor lifting spirits with a barber chair, a daughter donating a kidney to save her mother, a 19-year-old Elvis performer bringing joy to seniors and the emotional return of a Purple Heart to a veteran’s family.
Inside Brookfield Zoo: sloths, servals and more
Go behind the scenes at Brookfield Zoo Chicago for a closer look at some of its most fascinating animals, including sloths and servals. Meet the dedicated caretakers who care for them every day and learn how the zoo supports conservation efforts that protect wildlife far beyond its gates.
Go behind the scenes at Brookfield Zoo Chicago for a closer look at some of its most fascinating animals, including sloths and servals. Meet the dedicated caretakers who care for them every day and learn how the zoo supports conservation efforts that protect wildlife far beyond its gates.