NFL free agency frenzy: Latest team moves, what about the Bears?
FOX Chicago's Cassie Carlson breaks down the latest moves in NFL free agency, including what's going on with the Chicago Bears.
FOX Chicago's Cassie Carlson breaks down the latest moves in NFL free agency, including what's going on with the Chicago Bears.
Spring break travel surge meets TSA slowdown amid government shutdown
Travel expert Katy Nastro shares tips for navigating crowded airports, longer Transportation Security Administration lines, and the tech tools that can help travelers avoid spring break chaos.
Travel expert Katy Nastro shares tips for navigating crowded airports, longer Transportation Security Administration lines, and the tech tools that can help travelers avoid spring break chaos.
Homes ripped open after tornado strikes Kankakee
Tornado damage in Kankakee left homes torn apart and exposed to the elements. Drone video shows the extent of the destruction.
Tornado damage in Kankakee left homes torn apart and exposed to the elements. Drone video shows the extent of the destruction.
Chicago Board of Education probes leak to Fox reporter about public meeting
The Chicago Board of Education is putting pressure on Fox Chicago reporter Paris Schutz about a leak investigation over a public meeting last year.
The Chicago Board of Education is putting pressure on Fox Chicago reporter Paris Schutz about a leak investigation over a public meeting last year.
Tensions escalate at sea as Iran attacks ships and shuts down Strait of Hormuz
Iranian forces attacked vessels near the Strait of Hormuz and disrupted a key global oil route as U.S. strikes intensify and concerns grow that the next phase of the conflict could shift to the sea.
Iranian forces attacked vessels near the Strait of Hormuz and disrupted a key global oil route as U.S. strikes intensify and concerns grow that the next phase of the conflict could shift to the sea.
Tornadoes devastate Chicago-area, NW Indiana communities
At least four tornadoes ripped through parts of Chicago's suburbs and Northwest Indiana on Tuesday evening, leaving two people dead.
At least four tornadoes ripped through parts of Chicago's suburbs and Northwest Indiana on Tuesday evening, leaving two people dead.
Chicago teens defying the odds honored at Youth of the Year celebration | ChicagoNOW
The 2026 Youth of the Year celebration is recognizing outstanding teens from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago. It’s the highest honor a Club teen can receive, highlighting leadership, character and academic excellence. We talk with Leora Conway, Senior Director of Development, and Aiden McKinney from Club One about the impact of the program and what this recognition means for young leaders across Chicago.
The 2026 Youth of the Year celebration is recognizing outstanding teens from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago. It’s the highest honor a Club teen can receive, highlighting leadership, character and academic excellence. We talk with Leora Conway, Senior Director of Development, and Aiden McKinney from Club One about the impact of the program and what this recognition means for young leaders across Chicago.
Mother and daughter duo release empowering children’s book 'Fixing My Crown' | ChicagoNOW
A new children’s book is helping young girls understand their emotions, navigate friendships and practice self-love. Mother-daughter duo Jewel Lucas and her daughter Taylor join us to talk about their empowering book, Fixing My Crown, and the message they hope it brings to families.
A new children’s book is helping young girls understand their emotions, navigate friendships and practice self-love. Mother-daughter duo Jewel Lucas and her daughter Taylor join us to talk about their empowering book, Fixing My Crown, and the message they hope it brings to families.
Jessie Altman on her new EP, leaving law behind and what’s next | ChicagoNOW
Singer-songwriter Jessie Altman joins us to talk about her new EP after being named a top emerging artist by Spin magazine. Jessie opens up about leaving her career as a lawyer to pursue music full time, where she draws inspiration, and her hopes for touring, new music and a return to Chicago.
Singer-songwriter Jessie Altman joins us to talk about her new EP after being named a top emerging artist by Spin magazine. Jessie opens up about leaving her career as a lawyer to pursue music full time, where she draws inspiration, and her hopes for touring, new music and a return to Chicago.
Taco Bell drops 20 new menu items — including dessert Crunchwrap | ChicagoNOW
Taco Bell just announced 20 new menu items at its Live Más Live gala — and confirmed Nacho Fries are staying on the menu permanently. New additions include Diablo Dusted Crispy Chicken Nuggets, Cheesy G Sliders, a Crème Brulee Crunchwrap, Mountain Dew Baja Midnight Pie and several Cantina favorites.
Taco Bell just announced 20 new menu items at its Live Más Live gala — and confirmed Nacho Fries are staying on the menu permanently. New additions include Diablo Dusted Crispy Chicken Nuggets, Cheesy G Sliders, a Crème Brulee Crunchwrap, Mountain Dew Baja Midnight Pie and several Cantina favorites.
Viral video shows Waymo stopping in busy intersection | ChicagoNOW
A viral video shows a tense moment during a Waymo ride in Arizona, when the driverless vehicle suddenly stopped in the middle of a busy intersection. The incident comes as Waymo prepares to launch operations in Chicago.
A viral video shows a tense moment during a Waymo ride in Arizona, when the driverless vehicle suddenly stopped in the middle of a busy intersection. The incident comes as Waymo prepares to launch operations in Chicago.
Cubs and Sox fans could gain 22 pounds this season, study finds | ChicagoNOW
A new study says Cubs and Sox fans are projected to gain 22 pounds this baseball season. Fans reportedly eat an extra 753 calories on game days, with stadium attendees consuming the most.
A new study says Cubs and Sox fans are projected to gain 22 pounds this baseball season. Fans reportedly eat an extra 753 calories on game days, with stadium attendees consuming the most.
Hamilton is back in Chicago — and there’s a themed happy hour to match | ChicagoNOW
Hit Broadway show “Hamilton” is back in Chicago for a limited run! We’re celebrating with The Grillroom Chophouse & Wine Bar – they’ve got a special Hamilton-themed happy hour!
Hit Broadway show “Hamilton” is back in Chicago for a limited run! We’re celebrating with The Grillroom Chophouse & Wine Bar – they’ve got a special Hamilton-themed happy hour!
Shamrock’n at Old St. Pat’s kicks off St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in Chicago
Organizers preview the annual Shamrock’n at Old St. Pat’s celebration and a live performance by the Shannon Rovers ahead of St. Patrick’s Day weekend.
Organizers preview the annual Shamrock’n at Old St. Pat’s celebration and a live performance by the Shannon Rovers ahead of St. Patrick’s Day weekend.
South Side cheer team Black Onyx All Stars celebrates national competition success
Coach Imani and team members Ayanna and Ivaree from Black Onyx All Stars share how their South Side program is building champions, confidence, and community through competitive cheer.
Coach Imani and team members Ayanna and Ivaree from Black Onyx All Stars share how their South Side program is building champions, confidence, and community through competitive cheer.
Drone footage shows Illinois homes decimated by tornado
Several homes were destroyed in the wake of a tornado that touched down Tuesday night in south suburban Kankakee.
Several homes were destroyed in the wake of a tornado that touched down Tuesday night in south suburban Kankakee.
Joliet Slammers to play historic game inside Old Joliet Prison for Route 66 centennial
Joliet Slammers owner Night Train Veeck shares how the team will celebrate the U.S. Route 66 centennial with a special baseball game and fan events inside the iconic Old Joliet Prison.
Joliet Slammers owner Night Train Veeck shares how the team will celebrate the U.S. Route 66 centennial with a special baseball game and fan events inside the iconic Old Joliet Prison.
Obama Presidential Center seeks Chicago volunteers to become community ambassadors
The Obama Foundation launches a new ambassador volunteer program ahead of the opening of the Obama Presidential Center, inviting Chicagoans to help welcome visitors and support its community mission.
The Obama Foundation launches a new ambassador volunteer program ahead of the opening of the Obama Presidential Center, inviting Chicagoans to help welcome visitors and support its community mission.
Trump ramps up pressure to pass voting restrictions bill
Political scientist Constance Mixon breaks down the controversial Save Act, why it’s tied to the government shutdown fight, and what it could mean for voter registration and election integrity in the U.S.
Political scientist Constance Mixon breaks down the controversial Save Act, why it’s tied to the government shutdown fight, and what it could mean for voter registration and election integrity in the U.S.
9 hurt, homes heavily damaged by tornado in Kankakee County
Kankakee County officials reported that nine people suffered minor injuries Tuesday night as a tornado touched down in the south suburb.
Kankakee County officials reported that nine people suffered minor injuries Tuesday night as a tornado touched down in the south suburb.