Chicago weather: Unusually warm temperatures this weekend
Fox Chicago's Mark Strehl has the latest forecast.
Fox Chicago's Mark Strehl has the latest forecast.
Two children, adult killed in I-65 crash
A tragic crash on I-65 in northwest Indiana has claimed the lives of three people from Chicago, including two young children.
A tragic crash on I-65 in northwest Indiana has claimed the lives of three people from Chicago, including two young children.
Baby stabbed to death in Gage Park
Tonight, we found out the baby girl who was stabbed to death was only one month old. Detectives say the suspect knew the baby and it appears to be domestic related.
Tonight, we found out the baby girl who was stabbed to death was only one month old. Detectives say the suspect knew the baby and it appears to be domestic related.
Lawmakers looking to charge parents in teen takeovers
There's a crackdown on teen takeovers in Washington D.C. Today, the U.S. Attorney for D.C. Jeanine Pirro announced that her office will be prosecuting parents if their children are participating in takeovers. It's something some alders also want to do, and I asked Mayor Brandon Johnson about it too.
There's a crackdown on teen takeovers in Washington D.C. Today, the U.S. Attorney for D.C. Jeanine Pirro announced that her office will be prosecuting parents if their children are participating in takeovers. It's something some alders also want to do, and I asked Mayor Brandon Johnson about it too.
Male body found in water in Chicago
Police have confirmed they found a body in the water along Lake Shore Ave.
Police have confirmed they found a body in the water along Lake Shore Ave.
Larry Hoover Jr. pushes for father's clemency | The Chicago Report
A recommendation about whether to free Larry Hoover is now on Governor JB Pritzker’s desk. Hoover is serving a life sentence after being convicted as the former leader of the gangster disciples. The Illinois Prisoner Review Board held a clemency hearing for hoover on April 7. And the board now confirms that its recommendations had been sent to Pritzker. Joining us on Zoom is Larry Hoover Jr.
A recommendation about whether to free Larry Hoover is now on Governor JB Pritzker’s desk. Hoover is serving a life sentence after being convicted as the former leader of the gangster disciples. The Illinois Prisoner Review Board held a clemency hearing for hoover on April 7. And the board now confirms that its recommendations had been sent to Pritzker. Joining us on Zoom is Larry Hoover Jr.
Local church giving back this weekend | The Chicago Report
A local church is stepping beyond the church walls and providing a whole lot of help and hope to Chicagoland families. Living Word Christian Center is hosting “Good Neighbor Day,” a nationwide day of service tomorrow. They're going to have a food and clothing distribution, health and fitness support, financial literacy workshops and more! Here to tell us all about it is Melody Winston, Senior Executive with Living Word Christian Center, and related entities.
A local church is stepping beyond the church walls and providing a whole lot of help and hope to Chicagoland families. Living Word Christian Center is hosting “Good Neighbor Day,” a nationwide day of service tomorrow. They're going to have a food and clothing distribution, health and fitness support, financial literacy workshops and more! Here to tell us all about it is Melody Winston, Senior Executive with Living Word Christian Center, and related entities.
Local mayors oppose 'BUILD' Act | The Chicago Report
Illinois lawmakers and local officials are weighing the potential impact of the proposed BUILD Act. It's a wide-ranging housing and zoning bill that could reshape how development decisions are made across the state. Supporters say it would speed up housing construction, reduce permit delays, and help with making homes more affordable. But some suburban leaders are raising concerns about local control and how the changes would impact the character of established neighborhoods. Here to weigh in is president of the DuPage mayor and managers conference and Roselle Mayor David Pileski.
Illinois lawmakers and local officials are weighing the potential impact of the proposed BUILD Act. It's a wide-ranging housing and zoning bill that could reshape how development decisions are made across the state. Supporters say it would speed up housing construction, reduce permit delays, and help with making homes more affordable. But some suburban leaders are raising concerns about local control and how the changes would impact the character of established neighborhoods. Here to weigh in is president of the DuPage mayor and managers conference and Roselle Mayor David Pileski.
Lawmakers push for overdose prevention sites | The Chicago Report
Lawmakers, public health experts, and community leaders are highlighting new research on overdose prevention sites and pushing for one to be established on Chicago’s West Side. Many say this could help save lives and connect people to treatment. One of the local lawmakers behind the push is State Representative La Shawn Ford of the 8th district.
Lawmakers, public health experts, and community leaders are highlighting new research on overdose prevention sites and pushing for one to be established on Chicago’s West Side. Many say this could help save lives and connect people to treatment. One of the local lawmakers behind the push is State Representative La Shawn Ford of the 8th district.
Larry Hoover Jr. pushes for father's clemency | The Chicago Report
A recommendation about whether to free Larry Hoover is now on Governor JB Pritzker’s desk. Hoover is serving a life sentence after being convicted as the former leader of the gangster disciples. The Illinois Prisoner Review Board held a clemency hearing for hoover on April 7. And the board now confirms that its recommendations had been sent to Pritzker. Joining us on Zoom is Larry Hoover Jr.
A recommendation about whether to free Larry Hoover is now on Governor JB Pritzker’s desk. Hoover is serving a life sentence after being convicted as the former leader of the gangster disciples. The Illinois Prisoner Review Board held a clemency hearing for hoover on April 7. And the board now confirms that its recommendations had been sent to Pritzker. Joining us on Zoom is Larry Hoover Jr.
Debate heats up over Pritzker's 'Build' plan
Governor Pritzker’s build plan has people all over Illinois pushing back. It’s got folks asking who really decides what happens with housing. This morning, a group of suburban mayors came together in opposition to the sweeping legislative package. Kasey Chronis is live in Elmhurst with the debate.
Governor Pritzker’s build plan has people all over Illinois pushing back. It’s got folks asking who really decides what happens with housing. This morning, a group of suburban mayors came together in opposition to the sweeping legislative package. Kasey Chronis is live in Elmhurst with the debate.
Northbrook rescue takes in beagles from Wisconsin facility | ChicagoLIVE
Border Tails Rescue in Northbrook is helping care for beagles rescued from Ridglan Farms in Wisconsin.
Border Tails Rescue in Northbrook is helping care for beagles rescued from Ridglan Farms in Wisconsin.
Indiana official explains state’s plan to lower hospital costs | ChicagoLIVE
Indiana Family and Social Services Secretary Mitch Roob joined "ChicagoLIVE" to discuss new Medicaid hospital payment reforms aimed at lowering health care costs.
Indiana Family and Social Services Secretary Mitch Roob joined "ChicagoLIVE" to discuss new Medicaid hospital payment reforms aimed at lowering health care costs.
Ford City Mall ordered to close
This afternoon a Cook County judge ruled that the Ford City mall must close its doors for good this summer.
This afternoon a Cook County judge ruled that the Ford City mall must close its doors for good this summer.
Off-duty firefighter paramedics save teen runner in Huntley
A high school track meet in Huntley turned into a life-or-death emergency in a matter of seconds. A 16-year-old runner collapsed near the finish line this week. Two off-duty firefighter paramedics were there and did not hesitate. They used an AED and some quick teamwork to help save his life. Lauren Scafidi talked with the guys who stepped up.
A high school track meet in Huntley turned into a life-or-death emergency in a matter of seconds. A 16-year-old runner collapsed near the finish line this week. Two off-duty firefighter paramedics were there and did not hesitate. They used an AED and some quick teamwork to help save his life. Lauren Scafidi talked with the guys who stepped up.
West suburban preschool staff rescue 11 ducklings from storm drain | ChicagoLIVE
Staff at a west suburban preschool sprang into action after discovering 11 ducklings trapped inside a storm drain during pickup time. Preschool director Lisa Plassmann says a distressed mother duck appeared to lead staff to the drain, where teachers worked together to safely rescue the ducklings and reunite them with their mom.
Staff at a west suburban preschool sprang into action after discovering 11 ducklings trapped inside a storm drain during pickup time. Preschool director Lisa Plassmann says a distressed mother duck appeared to lead staff to the drain, where teachers worked together to safely rescue the ducklings and reunite them with their mom.
Indiana gambling case, Bears schedule and McDonald’s Park | Week in Review
On this episode of "Week in Review," we cover the Indiana gambling case, the Bears’ 2026 schedule release and the Bulls landing the No. 4 draft pick. We also look at Jim’s Original moving after 85 years and Chicago Fire FC’s new McDonald’s Park stadium name. Plus, Cole Kmet joins Cop on a Rooftop, a White Sox phenom goes one on one and more top stories from around Chicago.
On this episode of "Week in Review," we cover the Indiana gambling case, the Bears’ 2026 schedule release and the Bulls landing the No. 4 draft pick. We also look at Jim’s Original moving after 85 years and Chicago Fire FC’s new McDonald’s Park stadium name. Plus, Cole Kmet joins Cop on a Rooftop, a White Sox phenom goes one on one and more top stories from around Chicago.
Billy Goat Tavern found Sam Sianis dies at 91
The owner of Chicago's legendary Billy Goat Tavern has died.
The owner of Chicago's legendary Billy Goat Tavern has died.
Drone helps Cook County Sheriff's police track railcar theft
It’s the middle of the night, there’s a break-in, a drone buzzing overhead, and a U-Haul waiting to be loaded up with stolen goods. The Cook County Sheriff's Office told us deputies stopped a railcar theft in progress. Tia Ewing shows you how they used new technology to get it done.
It’s the middle of the night, there’s a break-in, a drone buzzing overhead, and a U-Haul waiting to be loaded up with stolen goods. The Cook County Sheriff's Office told us deputies stopped a railcar theft in progress. Tia Ewing shows you how they used new technology to get it done.
Baby girl stabbed to death in home in Gage Park
In Gage Park, a baby who was stabbed has now died. Our chopper was over the scene earlier, after two other children were taken from the home. Leslie Moreno is live with what we know so far.
In Gage Park, a baby who was stabbed has now died. Our chopper was over the scene earlier, after two other children were taken from the home. Leslie Moreno is live with what we know so far.