Wife of asylum seeker arrested by feds tells her story | The Chicago Report
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A Chicago woman who just gained her U.S. citizenship spoke about her husband, a Kurdish asylum seeker from Turkey, who was detained by federal immigration agents.

Chicago alders present alternative to mayor's budget plan | The Chicago Report
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Some members of the Chicago City Council presented their own budget proposal to counter Mayor Brandon Johnson's plan as the city tries to close a $1.1 billion deficit.

Chicago’s summer of 'thousand-year' storms: Why flooding hit hard — and why it’s poised to get worse
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Chicago was hit hard by two severe summer storms that triggered disaster declarations across the city. A Fox Chicago special report examines why the flooding was so extreme and what’s being done to prevent it from happening again.

New review of Cook County's troubled electronic monitoring system
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Changes are coming to the Cook County court system’s troubled electronic monitoring program. State’s Attorney Eileen O’Neill Burke spoke about the program’s challenges and the system’s new chief judge is vowing urgent action.

Accused shooter in National Guard attack pleads not guilty from hospital bed
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Rahmanullah Lakanwal, the 29-year-old Afghan national accused of shooting two National Guard troops last week, pleaded not guilty during a video court appearance from his hospital bed. Specialist Sarah Beckstrom was killed in the attack, and Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe continues to recover.

Fans brave the cold — and go shirtless — for free hot dogs at The Wieners Circle
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The Wieners Circle delivered on its promise of free hot dogs after Bears coach Ben Johnson’s shirtless celebration, drawing a blocks-long line of fans in the bitter cold — including a few who ditched their shirts to match the coach’s moment.

Durbin launches probe after U.S. citizens arrested in federal immigration raids
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Senator Dick Durbin is demanding documents, footage, and answers after federal agents arrested American citizens during recent raids in Chicago and other cities. His investigation sets the stage for a hearing that could bring new limits on federal enforcement tactics.

911 call of Chicago area mom who gave birth on road after hospital sent her home
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For the first time, we're hearing the 911 call of when a Chicago area mother was forced to give birth on the side of the highway after a hospital sent her home despite having contractions.

Chicago could ban hemp products with THC, but businesses push back
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Chicago's City Council will likely ban hemp products with THC just like Congress did last month, but some of the city's most successful commercial producers are asking alders to vote against the proposal.

Appeals court weighs legality of Broadview immigration arrests
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Three federal appeals court judges heard oral arguments Tuesday in a pivotal immigration enforcement case that could impact the futures of hundreds of people once detained in Broadview.

Bears take over the NFC — but can they hold the top spot? | 1st & North
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The Bears take their seat atop the NFC, but the Packers could knock them off this weekend. The Lions take a deep look into the mirror to try and right the ship, and the Vikings take a deep look into the abyss. Can their season be saved?

Jaylon Johnson explains what makes the Chicago Bears a good football team
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The Bears had a reputation for playing hard, but that doesn't always translate to wins. Cassie Carlson talks with Jaylon Johnson, who returned to the field vs. the Eagles, about what makes the Bears a good team.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago ask for community help to support local kids this holiday season | ChicagoLIVE
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Boys & Girls Clubs CEO Susanna Wickham joined ChicagoLIVE to talk about their holiday Wish List, the growing needs of Chicago’s youth, and why community support is more important than ever after major funding cuts. She shares how the clubs’ programs — from sports and homework help to arts, leadership, and field trips — change kids’ lives every day.

100 Black Men of Chicago hold annual toy drive at Soldier Field | ChicagoLIVE
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A big holiday tradition is back at Soldier Field. The "100 Black Men of Chicago" are kicking off their annual toy drive and they need your help to make it a success.