Father Pfleger hosts event aimed at addressing teen takeovers in Chicago
Father Michael Pfleger discusses a Saint Sabina event focused on teen takeovers, possible solutions, the city's role, social media's influence and what young people are saying.
Father Michael Pfleger discusses a Saint Sabina event focused on teen takeovers, possible solutions, the city's role, social media's influence and what young people are saying.
Lin Park’s famous court honors a pioneering Chicago doctor
Chicago’s famous basketball court under the tracks is named after a pioneering doctor who delivered thousands of babies. Here's her story.
Chicago’s famous basketball court under the tracks is named after a pioneering doctor who delivered thousands of babies. Here's her story.
Maine Senate candidate faces new allegations as Dems weigh next steps
New allegations against Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner are raising questions about a key race that could influence control of the U.S. Senate.
New allegations against Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner are raising questions about a key race that could influence control of the U.S. Senate.
Parked cars found burning on Chicago's West Side
Multiple parked vehicles were found burning on Chicago's West Side early Friday morning, police said.
Multiple parked vehicles were found burning on Chicago's West Side early Friday morning, police said.
Chicago mass shooting: 2 killed, 5 injured in Back of the Yards
A mass shooting on Chicago's Southwest Side left two dead and five injured after gunmen opened fire on a crowd early Friday morning, police said.
A mass shooting on Chicago's Southwest Side left two dead and five injured after gunmen opened fire on a crowd early Friday morning, police said.
Warm, muggy air brings increasing thunderstorm threat to Chicagoland
Mike Caplan has your Chicago weather update!
Mike Caplan has your Chicago weather update!
I-290 in Cook County reopens after death investigation draws FBI, bomb squad response
Police, a bomb squad and federal agents responded Thursday to a death investigation on the Eisenhower Expressway, prompting the closure of Interstate 290 in both directions near Interstate 294 for about eight hours.
Police, a bomb squad and federal agents responded Thursday to a death investigation on the Eisenhower Expressway, prompting the closure of Interstate 290 in both directions near Interstate 294 for about eight hours.
Chicago braces for teen takeovers as school ends
We've been keeping an eye on a planned teen takeover that is supposed to take place tonight at Foster Beach for the last day of school. Local leaders say they're expecting thousands of teens both today and tomorrow. Leslie Moreno has been following this all day.
We've been keeping an eye on a planned teen takeover that is supposed to take place tonight at Foster Beach for the last day of school. Local leaders say they're expecting thousands of teens both today and tomorrow. Leslie Moreno has been following this all day.
Prayer service for Spencer Leak Jr.
Family and friends gathered to remember prominent Chicagoan Spencer Leak Jr. They held a virtual prayer service reflecting on his memory.
Family and friends gathered to remember prominent Chicagoan Spencer Leak Jr. They held a virtual prayer service reflecting on his memory.
Jim's Original Hot Dog Stand at center of public safety debate | The Chicago Report
A hot dog stand, is at the center of a public safety debate in Pilsen. We have Andrew Fox of the East Pilsen neighbors group here in the studio to tell us how they plan to push back.
A hot dog stand, is at the center of a public safety debate in Pilsen. We have Andrew Fox of the East Pilsen neighbors group here in the studio to tell us how they plan to push back.
New task force will implement Clean Slate Act | The Chicago Report
With the city budget finalized advocates are turning their attention to making the Clean Slate Act a reality. The budget dedicates $5.6 million to automatically clear criminal records for nearly 2.2 million eligible Illinoisans. The interfaith nonprofit Live Free Illinois will lead the timeline for implementation, and they are hosting regional workshops starting this week to help families navigate the new rollout. Reverend Ciera Bates-Chamberlain and Marvin Treadwell a site leader for a community healing resource center in Morgan Park are here with me now.
With the city budget finalized advocates are turning their attention to making the Clean Slate Act a reality. The budget dedicates $5.6 million to automatically clear criminal records for nearly 2.2 million eligible Illinoisans. The interfaith nonprofit Live Free Illinois will lead the timeline for implementation, and they are hosting regional workshops starting this week to help families navigate the new rollout. Reverend Ciera Bates-Chamberlain and Marvin Treadwell a site leader for a community healing resource center in Morgan Park are here with me now.
Alderman calls out mayor for tanking his ordinance | The Chicago Report
The drama continues at city hall after a walkout derailed a vote yesterday. The public safety committee had enough members for voting at a meeting initially, but after Alderman Gilbert Villegas introduced an ordinance to stiffen penalties for selling drugs near schools. An alderman left the room. That broke quorum. And it also thereby killed a planned discussion on a ShotSpotter replacement and a new UChicago study on response times. Alderman Villegas is accusing Mayor Johnson of pulling the strings behind the scenes, to tank his ordinance.
The drama continues at city hall after a walkout derailed a vote yesterday. The public safety committee had enough members for voting at a meeting initially, but after Alderman Gilbert Villegas introduced an ordinance to stiffen penalties for selling drugs near schools. An alderman left the room. That broke quorum. And it also thereby killed a planned discussion on a ShotSpotter replacement and a new UChicago study on response times. Alderman Villegas is accusing Mayor Johnson of pulling the strings behind the scenes, to tank his ordinance.
Jim's Original Hot Dog Stand at center of public safety debate | The Chicago Report
A hot dog stand, is at the center of a public safety debate in Pilsen.
A hot dog stand, is at the center of a public safety debate in Pilsen.
Chicago Weather: Warmest Stretch of 2026 Continues With Storms in Forecast
Fox Chicago's JD Rudd has the latest forecast.
Fox Chicago's JD Rudd has the latest forecast.
Chicago-area dentist accused of leaving patients without permanent teeth: 'I used Gorilla Glue'
Jenny, a domestic violence and cancer survivor, says she paid up to $40,000 to implant dentist Dr. Paul Petrungaro for full-mouth reconstruction but was left with years of painful temporary dentures and unfinished treatment.
Jenny, a domestic violence and cancer survivor, says she paid up to $40,000 to implant dentist Dr. Paul Petrungaro for full-mouth reconstruction but was left with years of painful temporary dentures and unfinished treatment.
1-on-1 with Cubs pitcher Ben Brown | Toyota Talks
On Toyota Talks this week, Tina Nguyen goes 1-on-1 with Cubs pitcher Ben Brown, who has been one of the lone bright spots for the Cubs over the past month. Brown talks about taking advantage of his opportunity as a starter, staying mentally strong after a tough 2025 season and some of the pitches he's been able to add to his arsenal.
On Toyota Talks this week, Tina Nguyen goes 1-on-1 with Cubs pitcher Ben Brown, who has been one of the lone bright spots for the Cubs over the past month. Brown talks about taking advantage of his opportunity as a starter, staying mentally strong after a tough 2025 season and some of the pitches he's been able to add to his arsenal.
Bomb squad responds to incident on I-290 in Cook County; fatality confirmed
Police, a bomb squad and federal agents are responding to an incident on the Eisenhower Expressway on Thursday, forcing the closure of I-290 in both directions near Interstate 294.
Police, a bomb squad and federal agents are responding to an incident on the Eisenhower Expressway on Thursday, forcing the closure of I-290 in both directions near Interstate 294.
Illinois lawmakers looking to regulate speed limits for e-bikes
There are concerns about the growing use of high speed electric bikes and scooters across the state. So state leaders are now pushing new legislation that they say is long overdue. Sylvia has the latest on a new bill waiting for the governor's signature.
There are concerns about the growing use of high speed electric bikes and scooters across the state. So state leaders are now pushing new legislation that they say is long overdue. Sylvia has the latest on a new bill waiting for the governor's signature.
High school senior who did split at graduation receives diploma
You probably remember the viral graduation split that sparked a nationwide debate and left a Chicago teen without the diploma she says she earned. After days of controversy, millions of views online, and a face-to-face meeting with her principal, Tyvion Campbell went back to school. Here's Tia Ewing with an update.
You probably remember the viral graduation split that sparked a nationwide debate and left a Chicago teen without the diploma she says she earned. After days of controversy, millions of views online, and a face-to-face meeting with her principal, Tyvion Campbell went back to school. Here's Tia Ewing with an update.
Pokémon GO Fest returns to Chicago this weekend
That music tells you what's coming. Pokemon Go Fest is about to start in Chicago. The craze is already on. Joanie Lum is live at the pop-up store where customers need a ticket to get in.
That music tells you what's coming. Pokemon Go Fest is about to start in Chicago. The craze is already on. Joanie Lum is live at the pop-up store where customers need a ticket to get in.