Cherry blossoms return to Chicago's Jackson Park for spring season
A stunning display has returned to Jackson Park, as cherry blossoms blanket the area in shades of pink and white. The annual bloom draws crowds from the city and suburbs, with visitors eager to capture the fleeting springtime spectacle.
A stunning display has returned to Jackson Park, as cherry blossoms blanket the area in shades of pink and white. The annual bloom draws crowds from the city and suburbs, with visitors eager to capture the fleeting springtime spectacle.
Chicago protesters demand action after President Trump's Iran scare
Anti-war protesters marched from Federal Plaza through downtown Chicago, urging Congress to act against President Donald Trump after he posted on Truth Social that "a whole civilization will die tonight" if a deal with Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz was not reached.
Anti-war protesters marched from Federal Plaza through downtown Chicago, urging Congress to act against President Donald Trump after he posted on Truth Social that "a whole civilization will die tonight" if a deal with Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz was not reached.
Illinois 911 dispatcher killed in car crash remembered for confidence
A Will County dispatcher died after a car crash on Interstate 55 over the weekend. She was identified as 26-year-old Melissa Prosser, of Bourbonnais.
A Will County dispatcher died after a car crash on Interstate 55 over the weekend. She was identified as 26-year-old Melissa Prosser, of Bourbonnais.
Trump, Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire to open Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump has agreed to suspend the "bombing and attack of Iran" for two weeks following a conversation with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir, of Pakistan, according to the president's Truth Social account.
President Donald Trump has agreed to suspend the "bombing and attack of Iran" for two weeks following a conversation with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir, of Pakistan, according to the president's Truth Social account.
Trump pauses strikes as Iran agrees to 2-week ceasefire
Iran has agreed to a two-week ceasefire and plans talks with the U.S. as Trump pauses strikes, though Tehran warns the war is not over.
Iran has agreed to a two-week ceasefire and plans talks with the U.S. as Trump pauses strikes, though Tehran warns the war is not over.
Iran agreement, CHA lawsuit and Wisconsin elections | The Chicago Report
Trump announces an agreement has been reached with Iran just hours before looming deadline. And, the leadership dispute at the CHA is escalating. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
Trump announces an agreement has been reached with Iran just hours before looming deadline. And, the leadership dispute at the CHA is escalating. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
Wisconsin elections feature key Supreme Court seat | The Chicago Report
Wisconsin is holding a closely watched state Supreme Court election.
Wisconsin is holding a closely watched state Supreme Court election.
About 27% primary election turnout in Chicago | The Chicago Report
A little over a quarter of registered voters in Chicago turned in a ballot in last month’s primary election, according to official results from the city’s Board of Election Commissioners.
A little over a quarter of registered voters in Chicago turned in a ballot in last month’s primary election, according to official results from the city’s Board of Election Commissioners.
Trump agrees to suspend 'bombing and attack' of Iran for 2 weeks
President Donald Trump has agreed to suspend “bombing and attack of Iran" for two weeks following a conversation with Pakistan's prime minister on Tuesday.
President Donald Trump has agreed to suspend “bombing and attack of Iran" for two weeks following a conversation with Pakistan's prime minister on Tuesday.
Illinois leaders blast Trump, float 25th Amendment after Iran warning: 'pure evil'
Several Illinois politicians are responding to Trump's threat by calling for his removal from office under the 25th Amendment or urging Congress to reconvene to halt potential military action.
Several Illinois politicians are responding to Trump's threat by calling for his removal from office under the 25th Amendment or urging Congress to reconvene to halt potential military action.
Illinois 911 dispatcher killed in interstate crash: 'We lost a light'
A Will County dispatcher died after a car crash on Interstate 55 over the weekend. She was identified as 26-year-old Melissa Prosser, of Bourbonnais, by the Will County Coroner's Office.
A Will County dispatcher died after a car crash on Interstate 55 over the weekend. She was identified as 26-year-old Melissa Prosser, of Bourbonnais, by the Will County Coroner's Office.
Chicagoans protest as Trump's deadline for Iran looms
Chicagoans are taking to the streets on Tuesday as President Trump's deadline for Iran looms. FOX Chicago's Joanie Lum reports.
Chicagoans are taking to the streets on Tuesday as President Trump's deadline for Iran looms. FOX Chicago's Joanie Lum reports.
Wisconsin voters to decide on key state supreme court race
It is a big day for voters across the Midwest. Wisconsin is holding a closely watched state Supreme Court election, while Indiana is kicking off early voting for its May primary.
It is a big day for voters across the Midwest. Wisconsin is holding a closely watched state Supreme Court election, while Indiana is kicking off early voting for its May primary.
Trump's threat to 'civilization' could show intent to commit a war crime, maj general says
Maj. Gen. William Enyart, a former Illinois congressman, gave his perspective on President Trump's threat that "a whole civilization will die tonight" if Iran did not reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Maj. Gen. William Enyart, a former Illinois congressman, gave his perspective on President Trump's threat that "a whole civilization will die tonight" if Iran did not reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
UK government blocks rapper Ye from entering Britain to headline festival
Ye was barred Tuesday from entering the United Kingdom where he was scheduled to headline the Wireless Festival in July after a backlash over his history of antisemitic remarks.
Ye was barred Tuesday from entering the United Kingdom where he was scheduled to headline the Wireless Festival in July after a backlash over his history of antisemitic remarks.
US military assets in the Middle East: Ships, planes, and 50,000 American troops
The Pentagon’s build up of U.S. military assets in the Middle East, the largest in decades, began in late January as tensions with Iran started escalating.
The Pentagon’s build up of U.S. military assets in the Middle East, the largest in decades, began in late January as tensions with Iran started escalating.
Why Kharg Island matters to Iran, and why the U.S. is targeting it
While the Strait of Hormuz has played a key role in the conflict with Iran, a small island hundreds of miles deeper into the Persian Gulf has emerged as one of the most high-profile potential targets for the United States.
While the Strait of Hormuz has played a key role in the conflict with Iran, a small island hundreds of miles deeper into the Persian Gulf has emerged as one of the most high-profile potential targets for the United States.
What to know about the Strait of Hormuz—and why it matters
The Strait of Hormuz—a narrow, 21-mile-wide passage connecting the Persian Gulf to global shipping lanes—has emerged as the focal point of a major geopolitical crisis.
The Strait of Hormuz—a narrow, 21-mile-wide passage connecting the Persian Gulf to global shipping lanes—has emerged as the focal point of a major geopolitical crisis.
Kidnapped American journalist released by Iran-backed Iraqi militia
American journalist Shelly Kittleson has been released after being kidnapped in Iraq last week.
American journalist Shelly Kittleson has been released after being kidnapped in Iraq last week.
Expert analysis: Trump issues ultimatum to Iran as Strait of Hormuz tensions escalate
Professor William Muck from North Central College breaks down President Donald Trump’s deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz along with the legal and global stakes of his threats.
Professor William Muck from North Central College breaks down President Donald Trump’s deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz along with the legal and global stakes of his threats.