Friendship & mental health: How The Friendwork Collective is redefining connection
The Friendwork Collective is helping adults build genuine friendships and improve mental health through creative, inclusive community events. From art nights to fitness meetups, each gathering is designed to make connection easy, natural, and fun. Founder Ashley Komperda and member Rosie Patterson join us to share the group?s mission and preview their upcoming Wellness Walk on October 11.
The Friendwork Collective is helping adults build genuine friendships and improve mental health through creative, inclusive community events. From art nights to fitness meetups, each gathering is designed to make connection easy, natural, and fun. Founder Ashley Komperda and member Rosie Patterson join us to share the group?s mission and preview their upcoming Wellness Walk on October 11.
National Guard ruling, ICE-related shooting & remembering Sister Jean | Week in Review
On this episode of "Week in Review," a judge partially blocks the National Guard deployment in Illinois, and there are conflicting accounts after a Chicago woman is injured in an ICE-related shooting. We also look at how officials are responding to the government shutdown and remember Sister Jean of Loyola University. Plus, the Cubs force Game 5, bridge closures cause downtown delays, and we explore everything from Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations to one of Chicagoland?s scariest places ? and even Sneaker Head University.
On this episode of "Week in Review," a judge partially blocks the National Guard deployment in Illinois, and there are conflicting accounts after a Chicago woman is injured in an ICE-related shooting. We also look at how officials are responding to the government shutdown and remember Sister Jean of Loyola University. Plus, the Cubs force Game 5, bridge closures cause downtown delays, and we explore everything from Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations to one of Chicagoland?s scariest places ? and even Sneaker Head University.
Sister Jean, beloved Loyola Chicago chaplain, dies at 106
Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, the beloved chaplain for the Loyola Chicago basketball team, has passed away at the age of 106, the university announced. Father Patrick Gilger of Loyola University reflects on her life, legacy, and the faith that inspired generations.
Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, the beloved chaplain for the Loyola Chicago basketball team, has passed away at the age of 106, the university announced. Father Patrick Gilger of Loyola University reflects on her life, legacy, and the faith that inspired generations.
Ald. Ray Lopez urges President Trump to grant amnesty to noncitizens with clean records
Chicago Alderman Ray Lopez (15th Ward) says he?s sent a letter to President Donald Trump urging him to grant amnesty and pardons to noncitizens who have maintained a clean criminal record for the past ten years. Lopez says it?s time to move beyond political rhetoric and take action.
Chicago Alderman Ray Lopez (15th Ward) says he?s sent a letter to President Donald Trump urging him to grant amnesty and pardons to noncitizens who have maintained a clean criminal record for the past ten years. Lopez says it?s time to move beyond political rhetoric and take action.
Video shows man run from federal agents in Chicago suburb
A cellphone video shows several federal agents chasing a man in the parking lot of a Home Depot in Chicago?s south suburbs.
A cellphone video shows several federal agents chasing a man in the parking lot of a Home Depot in Chicago?s south suburbs.
Car crashes into house in Hanover Park
A car crashed into a home in Hanover Park on Friday afternoon.
A car crashed into a home in Hanover Park on Friday afternoon.
Chicago weather: Spotty showers today, sunshine arrives this weekend
Kaitlin Cody has your weather update!
Kaitlin Cody has your weather update!
2d restaurant reveals Halloween mochi donuts
A restaurant in Chicago is combining food, art and imagination in a unique way. Sylvia Perez spoke with the founder of the 2d restaurant about what's happening there.
A restaurant in Chicago is combining food, art and imagination in a unique way. Sylvia Perez spoke with the founder of the 2d restaurant about what's happening there.
After Chicago judge's National Guard ruling, what will troops do in the meantime?
A federal judge blocked President Trump?s plan to send the National Guard to Chicago. Now the administration is appealing.
A federal judge blocked President Trump?s plan to send the National Guard to Chicago. Now the administration is appealing.
Troops pulling back after Israel-Hamas ceasefire
Israel's cabinet ratified President Trump's plan for a ceasefire in Gaza and Israeli troops are already pulling back, setting the stage for the release of the remaining hostages.
Israel's cabinet ratified President Trump's plan for a ceasefire in Gaza and Israeli troops are already pulling back, setting the stage for the release of the remaining hostages.
Kevin Smith joins us in Chicago to talk Chronic Con and Tarantino stories
Filmmaker Kevin Smith joins us in studio! The writer and director behind cult classics like Clerks, Mallrats, Chasing Amy, and Dogma talks about his legendary career, pop culture fandom, and yes ? that time he gave Jake Hamilton ride to Quentin Tarantino?s house. You can catch Kevin and his cast of friends at Chronic Con this weekend at the Hyatt Regency O?Hare!
Filmmaker Kevin Smith joins us in studio! The writer and director behind cult classics like Clerks, Mallrats, Chasing Amy, and Dogma talks about his legendary career, pop culture fandom, and yes ? that time he gave Jake Hamilton ride to Quentin Tarantino?s house. You can catch Kevin and his cast of friends at Chronic Con this weekend at the Hyatt Regency O?Hare!
Multiple dead after explosion at Tennessee military explosives facility
A deadly explosion at a Tennessee military explosives facility has left several people dead and multiple others hurt.
A deadly explosion at a Tennessee military explosives facility has left several people dead and multiple others hurt.
3 arrested at protest outside ICE facility in Chicago suburb
ISP says three people were arrested Friday at a morning protest outside the ICE processing center in Broadview.
ISP says three people were arrested Friday at a morning protest outside the ICE processing center in Broadview.
Ta?Rhonda Jones on healing, music, and her Grammy-nominated album ?Dearly Beloved?
You know Ta?Rhonda Jones from FOX?s Empire and the OWN hit The Never Ever Mets. Now, the Chicago native is turning heads in music with Dearly Beloved ? a heartfelt tribute to her late mother that?s being recognized as one of this year?s most powerful independent releases and is in the running for two Grammy nominations.
You know Ta?Rhonda Jones from FOX?s Empire and the OWN hit The Never Ever Mets. Now, the Chicago native is turning heads in music with Dearly Beloved ? a heartfelt tribute to her late mother that?s being recognized as one of this year?s most powerful independent releases and is in the running for two Grammy nominations.
The wild true story behind Roofman ? new film stars Channing Tatum
Writer-director Derek Cianfrance joins us to talk about Roofman, the unbelievable true story of a fast-food robber turned fugitive hiding in a Toys R Us.
Writer-director Derek Cianfrance joins us to talk about Roofman, the unbelievable true story of a fast-food robber turned fugitive hiding in a Toys R Us.
Razzle Dazzles win big at world baton twirling championships in Italy
The Razzle Dazzles join us to celebrate their world championship win and share what it took to represent Team USA on the international stage.
The Razzle Dazzles join us to celebrate their world championship win and share what it took to represent Team USA on the international stage.
Grilling with Maciek ?urawski: A smoky twist on classic Italian beef
Social media grilling star Maciek ?urawski joins us on the plaza for Orange Friday to share his juicy take on Italian beef and tips for creating easy, flavorful meals at home.
Social media grilling star Maciek ?urawski joins us on the plaza for Orange Friday to share his juicy take on Italian beef and tips for creating easy, flavorful meals at home.
Design your own kicks at Chicago?s Sneakerhead University
FOX 32's Roseanne Tellez visits Sneakerhead University, a unique Chicago spot where sneaker lovers can customize their own kicks and explore the city?s legendary sneaker culture.
FOX 32's Roseanne Tellez visits Sneakerhead University, a unique Chicago spot where sneaker lovers can customize their own kicks and explore the city?s legendary sneaker culture.
Would you try Mal?rt wings? Woodie?s Flat debuts new sauce of the month
Woodie?s Flat is serving up a limited-time Mal?rt Wing Sauce through October! The three-time WingOut Chicago People?s Choice Champion is also celebrating fall with game-day events as an official Ohio State and Bengals bar.
Woodie?s Flat is serving up a limited-time Mal?rt Wing Sauce through October! The three-time WingOut Chicago People?s Choice Champion is also celebrating fall with game-day events as an official Ohio State and Bengals bar.
Runner aims to break world record for fastest marathon in high heels ? for a cause
Canadian runner Curtis Hargrove, 36, is attempting to break the Guinness World Record for the fastest marathon by a male in high heels at the Chicago Marathon. He?s running to raise money for The Network Against Domestic Violence in Illinois.
Canadian runner Curtis Hargrove, 36, is attempting to break the Guinness World Record for the fastest marathon by a male in high heels at the Chicago Marathon. He?s running to raise money for The Network Against Domestic Violence in Illinois.