Dolton summer camp shut down after videos appear to show children fighting: 'It was a fight club'
What parents expected to be a safe place for children to spend their summer has instead become the focus of a police investigation after disturbing videos surfaced appearing to show children fighting inside a Dolton summer camp.
What parents expected to be a safe place for children to spend their summer has instead become the focus of a police investigation after disturbing videos surfaced appearing to show children fighting inside a Dolton summer camp.
First-ever vaccine for disfiguring skin disease to begin testing in humans | ChicagoLIVE
A vaccine for leishmaniasis years in the making has been developed and approved for testing in humans, with clinical trials set to begin in a few months. Dr. Abhay Satoskar from The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center joins ChicagoLIVE to talk about what the disease is and the testing process for the vaccine.
A vaccine for leishmaniasis years in the making has been developed and approved for testing in humans, with clinical trials set to begin in a few months. Dr. Abhay Satoskar from The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center joins ChicagoLIVE to talk about what the disease is and the testing process for the vaccine.
Suburban Chicago residents rally against development plans: "Doublespeak"
Hundreds showed up to tell the Northbrook Village Board how they feel about plans for downtown development.
Hundreds showed up to tell the Northbrook Village Board how they feel about plans for downtown development.
CPS unveils nearly $10B budget with layoffs, furlough days and spending freeze
Chicago Public Schools leaders explain why hundreds of jobs are being cut, furlough days are being added and a district-wide spending freeze is taking effect just weeks before students return to class.
Chicago Public Schools leaders explain why hundreds of jobs are being cut, furlough days are being added and a district-wide spending freeze is taking effect just weeks before students return to class.
Indiana family sues Amazon after devastating injuries from delivery driver crash | ChicagoLIVE
An Indiana family is filing a lawsuit against Amazon after a crash involving an Amazon delivery driver dealt several traumatic injuries to the family's son. FOX Chicago's Kasey Chronis explains the backstory and gives the details of the lawsuit just filed last week.
An Indiana family is filing a lawsuit against Amazon after a crash involving an Amazon delivery driver dealt several traumatic injuries to the family's son. FOX Chicago's Kasey Chronis explains the backstory and gives the details of the lawsuit just filed last week.
Teeth whitening pouches take inspiration from nicotine pouches for healthier smiles| ChicagoLIVE
Nicotine pouches, commonly referred to by the brand name "ZYN", have increased in popularity in recent years. Smile Plus founder Howie P. joins ChicagoLIVE to talk about how he took inspiration from nicotine pouches to create teeth whitening pouches.
Nicotine pouches, commonly referred to by the brand name "ZYN", have increased in popularity in recent years. Smile Plus founder Howie P. joins ChicagoLIVE to talk about how he took inspiration from nicotine pouches to create teeth whitening pouches.
Cold case of baby found dead in dumpster solved after nearly 25 years | ChicagoLIVE
A woman was charged this week in the death of her newborn baby who was found in a dumpster back in 2001. Chief Ryan Rodriguez and Commander Paul Grace of Round Lake Beach Police Department talk about working on the case from the beginning until now.
A woman was charged this week in the death of her newborn baby who was found in a dumpster back in 2001. Chief Ryan Rodriguez and Commander Paul Grace of Round Lake Beach Police Department talk about working on the case from the beginning until now.
Northbrook residents voice concerns over downtown area demolition plans | ChicagoLIVE
A large apartment complex may soon be coming to downtown Northbrook, demolishing several businesses in the process. Susan Nelson of Save Downtown Northbrook joins ChicagoLIVE to explain the movement against this development.
A large apartment complex may soon be coming to downtown Northbrook, demolishing several businesses in the process. Susan Nelson of Save Downtown Northbrook joins ChicagoLIVE to explain the movement against this development.
Chicago's biggest hot dog makes its debut on National Hot Dog Day
You have never seen a Chicago-style hot dog like this.
You have never seen a Chicago-style hot dog like this.
Breakthrough experimental drug may help slow early Alzheimer's disease | ChicagoLIVE
A new experimental drug may help slow Alzheimer's disease by targeting one specific protein that fuels the disease. Laurel Curran from the Alzheimer's Association joins ChicagoLIVE to talk about how this drug works and the process of testing this drug.
A new experimental drug may help slow Alzheimer's disease by targeting one specific protein that fuels the disease. Laurel Curran from the Alzheimer's Association joins ChicagoLIVE to talk about how this drug works and the process of testing this drug.
Chicago weather: Wednesday afternoon forecast
Fox Chicago's Kaitlin Cody breaks down Chicago's steamy weather outlook.
Fox Chicago's Kaitlin Cody breaks down Chicago's steamy weather outlook.
Nearly 50 years later, DNA identifies Chicago woman found slain in Indiana field
Investigators have identified a woman found murdered in rural Indiana in 1976 as 69-year-old Jane Hart of Chicago, thanks to decades of work and advances in genetic genealogy.
Investigators have identified a woman found murdered in rural Indiana in 1976 as 69-year-old Jane Hart of Chicago, thanks to decades of work and advances in genetic genealogy.
Illinois is the third largest data center market in the country
FOX Chicago's Liz Dueweke breaks down the rapid growth of data centers across Illinois and what they're expected to mean for the state's future. She also takes a look at the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park (IQMP), which focuses on quantum technology, and why the project has generated both strong support and concerns.
FOX Chicago's Liz Dueweke breaks down the rapid growth of data centers across Illinois and what they're expected to mean for the state's future. She also takes a look at the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park (IQMP), which focuses on quantum technology, and why the project has generated both strong support and concerns.
First Black woman soldier to serve overseas will be honored at Lincoln National Cemetery
Chicago native Renee Messelin was the first Black woman soldier to serve overseas, but her identity was only recently revealed in 2024 through genealogical research. She is being honored at Lincoln National Cemetery for her service as part of the "Hello Girls," an elite group of bilingual telephone operators who served in WWI.
Chicago native Renee Messelin was the first Black woman soldier to serve overseas, but her identity was only recently revealed in 2024 through genealogical research. She is being honored at Lincoln National Cemetery for her service as part of the "Hello Girls," an elite group of bilingual telephone operators who served in WWI.
Bridgeport business affected by construction right outside building
A family-owned sandwich shop in Bridgeport tells FOX Chicago's Brittany Toolis that ongoing construction has negatively impacted their business especially during the busy summer months.
A family-owned sandwich shop in Bridgeport tells FOX Chicago's Brittany Toolis that ongoing construction has negatively impacted their business especially during the busy summer months.
NASA searching for volunteers to spend a year in deep space simulation
NASA is on the hunt for volunteers to spend an entire year inside a simulated deep space environment for researchers to study the effects of long-duration space travel on humans. ER physician Nathan Jones joins Good Day to talk about his unique experience as part of a simulation of life on Mars.
NASA is on the hunt for volunteers to spend an entire year inside a simulated deep space environment for researchers to study the effects of long-duration space travel on humans. ER physician Nathan Jones joins Good Day to talk about his unique experience as part of a simulation of life on Mars.
New study shows more Americans are using credit to pay for groceries
More Americans are using credit for buying groceries for their families and falling behind on those payments. Senior research associate Kassandra Martinchek from the Urban Institute breaks down what this means for family finances.
More Americans are using credit for buying groceries for their families and falling behind on those payments. Senior research associate Kassandra Martinchek from the Urban Institute breaks down what this means for family finances.
Today is Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling's last day on the job
Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling announced his retirement this month after 34 years of service.
Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling announced his retirement this month after 34 years of service.
Chicago man due in court in killing of boy at July 4 party
A Chicago man charged with killing 10-year-old Montana Weathers during a Fourth of July gathering in Gary is due back in court Wednesday. The boy's family is expected to attend.
A Chicago man charged with killing 10-year-old Montana Weathers during a Fourth of July gathering in Gary is due back in court Wednesday. The boy's family is expected to attend.
Fatal shootings prompt ICE policy changes
ICE has temporarily paused most vehicle stops while officials review two fatal officer-involved shootings in Texas and Maine, as protests grow and lawmakers call for a transparent investigation.
ICE has temporarily paused most vehicle stops while officials review two fatal officer-involved shootings in Texas and Maine, as protests grow and lawmakers call for a transparent investigation.