'I am innocent': Maduro appears in New York court after U.S. military capture
The ousted Venezuelan leader and his wife were arraigned on drug trafficking and weapons charges following a surprise U.S. operation, as tight security surrounds the courthouse and reactions remain sharply divided.
The ousted Venezuelan leader and his wife were arraigned on drug trafficking and weapons charges following a surprise U.S. operation, as tight security surrounds the courthouse and reactions remain sharply divided.
Capitol Hill splits as Maduro capture sparks constitutional and political debate
Lawmakers brace for fallout after the capture of Venezuela’s president, with Republicans praising the move and Democrats warning it bypassed Congress and risks deeper U.S. involvement.
Lawmakers brace for fallout after the capture of Venezuela’s president, with Republicans praising the move and Democrats warning it bypassed Congress and risks deeper U.S. involvement.
Japanese sushi chain shatters record, pays $3.24 million for single bluefin tuna
Check out this single bluefin tuna that a Japanese sushi chain bought for more than $3 million at the famed New Year fish auction in Tokyo, shattering a previous record.
Check out this single bluefin tuna that a Japanese sushi chain bought for more than $3 million at the famed New Year fish auction in Tokyo, shattering a previous record.
Eva Schloss, Holocaust survivor and stepsister of Anne Frank, dies at 96
Eva Schloss survived Auschwitz and went on to become a renowned Holocaust educator, speaking worldwide and writing books.
Eva Schloss survived Auschwitz and went on to become a renowned Holocaust educator, speaking worldwide and writing books.
CES 2026 showcases major announcements, developments in tech
One of the biggest tech trade shows in the world kicks off in Las Vegas next week.
One of the biggest tech trade shows in the world kicks off in Las Vegas next week.
U.S. captures Venezuela’s president in ground operation, raising questions over motive and fallout
After a U.S. military strike led to Nicolás Maduro’s capture and extradition, lawmakers and global leaders debate whether the move was driven by drugs, oil, or regime change—and whether it risks a prolonged U.S. involvement similar to past interventions.
After a U.S. military strike led to Nicolás Maduro’s capture and extradition, lawmakers and global leaders debate whether the move was driven by drugs, oil, or regime change—and whether it risks a prolonged U.S. involvement similar to past interventions.
Calumet City family surprised with presents
A Calumet City family getting a special holiday gift, after Christmas. The mayor, the fire department and the police department surprised Ada Britton and her three grandchildren with Christmas presents.
A Calumet City family getting a special holiday gift, after Christmas. The mayor, the fire department and the police department surprised Ada Britton and her three grandchildren with Christmas presents.
Chef Steve Chiappetti dies at 58
A major loss for the Chicago food scene and for the Fox Chicago family. Chef Steve Chiappetti has died.
A major loss for the Chicago food scene and for the Fox Chicago family. Chef Steve Chiappetti has died.
CPD looking for person of interest in Little Village homicide
Chicago police are looking for a person of interest in a homicide in Little Village last month.
Chicago police are looking for a person of interest in a homicide in Little Village last month.
McDonald's facing class-action suit over McRib
A class action lawsuit filed against McDonald's here in Illinois. The plaintiffs believe the fast-food giant is lying about what the popular McRib is made of.
A class action lawsuit filed against McDonald's here in Illinois. The plaintiffs believe the fast-food giant is lying about what the popular McRib is made of.
Local reaction to Maduro's capture
The reaction to the capture of the Venezuelan president continues today with another gathering in Schaumburg. People on both sides of the issue - voicing their concerns. Today - a group speaking---they say -- for Venezuelans.
The reaction to the capture of the Venezuelan president continues today with another gathering in Schaumburg. People on both sides of the issue - voicing their concerns. Today - a group speaking---they say -- for Venezuelans.
GOP, Dems split on Maduro's capture
The country's ousted President Nicolas Maduro is expected to appear in court tomorrow in New York. Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are reacting to the strikes that led to his stunning capture. Madeleine Rivera has more.
The country's ousted President Nicolas Maduro is expected to appear in court tomorrow in New York. Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are reacting to the strikes that led to his stunning capture. Madeleine Rivera has more.
Trump gives update on Venezuela
Moments ago, President Trump spoke on Air Force One after the U.S. military captured Venezuela's president. He says the country's new leader, Delcy Rodriguez, could face more consequences if she doesn't do what the U.S. asks.
Moments ago, President Trump spoke on Air Force One after the U.S. military captured Venezuela's president. He says the country's new leader, Delcy Rodriguez, could face more consequences if she doesn't do what the U.S. asks.
State and Lake CTA station to close tomorrow
A heads up for those commuting down to the Loop. Starting tomorrow, the State and Lake CTA station will be closed for the next three years.
A heads up for those commuting down to the Loop. Starting tomorrow, the State and Lake CTA station will be closed for the next three years.
What did Trump mean US will 'run' Venezuela? Rubio explains
Secretary of State Marco Rubio sought to clarify President Donald Trump’s remarks that the U.S. would “run” Venezuela.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio sought to clarify President Donald Trump’s remarks that the U.S. would “run” Venezuela.
Trump's plan to seize Venezuela's oil is an uphill battle: Here's why
President Donald Trump says the U.S. plans to take over Venezuela’s oil, with the help of American oil companies. Industry experts say that’s a tall order.
President Donald Trump says the U.S. plans to take over Venezuela’s oil, with the help of American oil companies. Industry experts say that’s a tall order.
Venezuela not among 48 nations heading to 2026 FIFA World Cup in US
With Venezuela suddenly at the center of international attention after U.S. forces captured President Nicolás Maduro and brought him to face criminal charges, some Americans are asking whether the country will also be represented on the world stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted in the United States, Mexico and Canada.
With Venezuela suddenly at the center of international attention after U.S. forces captured President Nicolás Maduro and brought him to face criminal charges, some Americans are asking whether the country will also be represented on the world stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted in the United States, Mexico and Canada.
Expert breaks down world reaction to U.S. capture of Nicolas Maduro
Prof. William Muck, of North Central College in Naperville, breaks down the global reaction to the U.S. strikes in Venezuela and the capture of its president, Nicolas Maduro, on drug trafficking charges.
Prof. William Muck, of North Central College in Naperville, breaks down the global reaction to the U.S. strikes in Venezuela and the capture of its president, Nicolas Maduro, on drug trafficking charges.
Full Moon Hike
Tonight we had the first full moon of 2026. And the Indiana Parks Department had a special hike to get people out into nature. Photojournalist Jacob Karb takes us to the Dunes.
Tonight we had the first full moon of 2026. And the Indiana Parks Department had a special hike to get people out into nature. Photojournalist Jacob Karb takes us to the Dunes.
Tense protest for man shot and killed by Chicago Police
A protest outside the 10th district Chicago police station got heated as family members of a man shot and killed by police last year confronted officers.
A protest outside the 10th district Chicago police station got heated as family members of a man shot and killed by police last year confronted officers.