Some victims still unaccounted for in deadly Switzerland bar fire
After a deadly fire tore through part of a Swiss ski resort, investigators are now revealing a possible cause. Crews meanwhile are still searching for victims.
After a deadly fire tore through part of a Swiss ski resort, investigators are now revealing a possible cause. Crews meanwhile are still searching for victims.
Teen rescued from bruning home
A 13-year-old girl is in critical condition after a fire in her Southwest Side home.
A 13-year-old girl is in critical condition after a fire in her Southwest Side home.
CTA riders react to years-long State Street station closure
Starting Monday, the downtown State Street CTA station will be closed for three years as it undergoes renovation.
Starting Monday, the downtown State Street CTA station will be closed for three years as it undergoes renovation.
Switzerland ski resort fire: Deadly blaze may have been caused by sparkling flares, investigators say
Investigators said the remains of the deceased were so badly burned, family members of possible victims needed to provide DNA samples to authorities to confirm identities.
Investigators said the remains of the deceased were so badly burned, family members of possible victims needed to provide DNA samples to authorities to confirm identities.
Maduro signals talks with U.S. after reported CIA strike, pressure campaign intensifies
Professor William Muck breaks down Venezuela’s reaction to reported U.S. action, the Trump administration’s escalating pressure on Nicolás Maduro, and what it could mean for global conflicts heading into 2026.
Professor William Muck breaks down Venezuela’s reaction to reported U.S. action, the Trump administration’s escalating pressure on Nicolás Maduro, and what it could mean for global conflicts heading into 2026.
What to know about traveling to Europe in 2026
Applicants who are under 18 or over 70 will be exempt from paying a fee to apply for ETIAS.
Applicants who are under 18 or over 70 will be exempt from paying a fee to apply for ETIAS.
Fatal hit-and-run under investigation in Riverdale
A deadly hit-and-run is under investigation tonight in Riverdale. Police say a driver struck a woman then took off.
A deadly hit-and-run is under investigation tonight in Riverdale. Police say a driver struck a woman then took off.
Blackhawks give two teens a day on the ice
Two teenagers are spending new year's day on NHL ice.
Two teenagers are spending new year's day on NHL ice.
New year, new laws in 2026
Dozens of new laws took effect at the stroke of midnight in every state as people rang in the new year.
Dozens of new laws took effect at the stroke of midnight in every state as people rang in the new year.
First baby of 2026 in Chicago
2026 is already starting off as a life changing year for several Chicago area families.
2026 is already starting off as a life changing year for several Chicago area families.
38-year-old woman killed in crash
Police are searching for a driver involved a deadly crash on the east side.
Police are searching for a driver involved a deadly crash on the east side.
Woman killed in hit and run in Dolton
A deadly hit-and-run is under investigation tonight in Dolton.
A deadly hit-and-run is under investigation tonight in Dolton.
Around 40 dead in fire at Swiss Alps bar during New Year’s celebrations, police say
An explosive fire broke out during a New Year’s Eve celebration at a crowded bar in the Swiss Alps, killing multiple people and injuring others, according to Swiss police.
An explosive fire broke out during a New Year’s Eve celebration at a crowded bar in the Swiss Alps, killing multiple people and injuring others, according to Swiss police.
25 feel-good, heartwarming moments of 2025
From small gestures to big heroes to unforgettable surprises – 2025 was full of moments that warmed hearts.
From small gestures to big heroes to unforgettable surprises – 2025 was full of moments that warmed hearts.
New Illinois laws coming in 2026
It's almost the New Year-- and that means new laws. There are more than 200 taking effect tomorrow in Illinois-- Let's go over a few of them.
It's almost the New Year-- and that means new laws. There are more than 200 taking effect tomorrow in Illinois-- Let's go over a few of them.
Elaborate robbery of German bank results in millions in losses
Millions of dollars worth of property are missing from a German bank after an elaborate robbery over the weekend, and the robbers on still on the loose.
Millions of dollars worth of property are missing from a German bank after an elaborate robbery over the weekend, and the robbers on still on the loose.
Unique New Year's celebrations all around the country
We look at some of the most unique New Year's celebrations around the country.
We look at some of the most unique New Year's celebrations around the country.
Trump peace plans for 2026
President Trump continues work towards phase two of his ceasefire plan between Israel and Hamas. His administration also working toward peace between Ukraine and Russia. Caroline Shively reports from Washington.
President Trump continues work towards phase two of his ceasefire plan between Israel and Hamas. His administration also working toward peace between Ukraine and Russia. Caroline Shively reports from Washington.
Sports betting companies sue to stop Chicago's sports wagering tax
A group of sports betting companies filed a lawsuit against the City of Chicago seeking to temporarily stop the implementation of a new law on sports wagers that’s set to go into effect in the new year.
A group of sports betting companies filed a lawsuit against the City of Chicago seeking to temporarily stop the implementation of a new law on sports wagers that’s set to go into effect in the new year.
Chicago in national spotlight for big New Year's Eve celebration
Chicago is getting ready to ring in 2026 in a big way with fireworks along the Riverwalk and with music talent.
Chicago is getting ready to ring in 2026 in a big way with fireworks along the Riverwalk and with music talent.