Helping other families of missing people with a new book
It’s been just over a month since the body of a missing Blue Island father was found after a nationwide search. Now, his daughter is turning that painful experience into something she hopes can help others - going through the same thing. Leslie Moreno is live in Marionette Park with her story.
It’s been just over a month since the body of a missing Blue Island father was found after a nationwide search. Now, his daughter is turning that painful experience into something she hopes can help others - going through the same thing. Leslie Moreno is live in Marionette Park with her story.
Heavy rain floods the Des Plaines River
Tonight, several of you are dealing with flooding. It comes after days of heavy rain this week. And as you heard it's not over. Bret Buganski shows you how it is already impacting one business.
Tonight, several of you are dealing with flooding. It comes after days of heavy rain this week. And as you heard it's not over. Bret Buganski shows you how it is already impacting one business.
Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed a 10-day ceasefire
President Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire as pressure continues for Iran to agree to a deal.
President Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire as pressure continues for Iran to agree to a deal.
Chicago shootings tick up in 2026 | The Chicago Report
After years of declines, Chicago shootings are ticking up in 2026. The city has seen 105 homicides through the first week of April, up slightly from the 98 killings seen in the same time period in 2025, according to city violence data. Another 266 people have suffered non-fatal gunshot injuries since the start of the year. Summer has not even started yet-- and many are concerned the warmer weather may bring more violence. Here to weigh in is former Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson.
After years of declines, Chicago shootings are ticking up in 2026. The city has seen 105 homicides through the first week of April, up slightly from the 98 killings seen in the same time period in 2025, according to city violence data. Another 266 people have suffered non-fatal gunshot injuries since the start of the year. Summer has not even started yet-- and many are concerned the warmer weather may bring more violence. Here to weigh in is former Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson.
Titanic exhibit at Volo Museum floods on the day the real ship went down in 1912
The Titanic exhibit at the Volo Museum flooded again. On the exact day the titanic went down in 1912. Joanie Lum has the answers.
The Titanic exhibit at the Volo Museum flooded again. On the exact day the titanic went down in 1912. Joanie Lum has the answers.
FAA to cut daily flights at O'Hare Airport
A decision tonight from the FAA on flight cuts at O'Hare. The agency has been talking about doing this for months but today-- they made it official.
A decision tonight from the FAA on flight cuts at O'Hare. The agency has been talking about doing this for months but today-- they made it official.
Water guns raising real safety concerns for kids after Indiana felony
We’ve already seen a high school senior in northwest Indiana face a felony charge connected to one of these incidents.
We’ve already seen a high school senior in northwest Indiana face a felony charge connected to one of these incidents.
Family of South Side crash victim files wrongful death lawsuit
On the south side, a fatal crash from January just took another turn. The family of the man who died filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the driver. Kasey Chronis is live on the south side -- and Kasey, we just heard from the victim's sister.
On the south side, a fatal crash from January just took another turn. The family of the man who died filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the driver. Kasey Chronis is live on the south side -- and Kasey, we just heard from the victim's sister.
Iran War: Blockade in place with more talks possible
Something shifted in the Middle East conversation. President Trump says Lebanon and Israel agreed to a ten-day ceasefire. It’s unclear how this changes talks between the U.S. and Iran.
Something shifted in the Middle East conversation. President Trump says Lebanon and Israel agreed to a ten-day ceasefire. It’s unclear how this changes talks between the U.S. and Iran.
Iran ceasefire deadline looms as tensions rise and diplomacy hangs in the balance
Political science professor William Muck breaks down the fragile Iran ceasefire, rising military tensions, and what could happen if no deal is reached before the April 22 deadline.
Political science professor William Muck breaks down the fragile Iran ceasefire, rising military tensions, and what could happen if no deal is reached before the April 22 deadline.
Piping plovers return to lakefront looking for love
The piping plovers are back and looking for love. It's another sign of spring in the city. Kasey Chronis takes us to Montrose Beach with the forecast for this year's matchmaking season.
The piping plovers are back and looking for love. It's another sign of spring in the city. Kasey Chronis takes us to Montrose Beach with the forecast for this year's matchmaking season.
Mom says veteran daughter's belongings tossed after her death
A mother is heartbroken after getting a call that her 25-year-old daughter, a former marine, was found dead in her apartment. Tia Ewing spoke with the family and has their questions.
A mother is heartbroken after getting a call that her 25-year-old daughter, a former marine, was found dead in her apartment. Tia Ewing spoke with the family and has their questions.
Markham honors double murder case team
Tonight -- a community paused to recognize the people who helped bring answers. The city of Markham honored the investigators who solved a heartbreaking double murder — in a matter of just days. Lauren Scafidi talked to the people behind the work — and the impact it still has.
Tonight -- a community paused to recognize the people who helped bring answers. The city of Markham honored the investigators who solved a heartbreaking double murder — in a matter of just days. Lauren Scafidi talked to the people behind the work — and the impact it still has.
Family of Marquise Pryor continues the fight for justic
The unsolved murder of a Chicago basketball star leaves his family feeling lost and powerless.
The unsolved murder of a Chicago basketball star leaves his family feeling lost and powerless.
Iran latest: CENTCOM says no vessels have made it past US forces blockade of Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump suggested the end of the Iran war may be in sight in new interview as the blockade of Iranian ports continues. No ships have made it past U.S. forces.
President Donald Trump suggested the end of the Iran war may be in sight in new interview as the blockade of Iranian ports continues. No ships have made it past U.S. forces.
Family of Marquise Pryor continues fight for justice
It has been four years since Marquise Pryor, a former basketball star at Orr Academy, was shot and killed on the south side. His family still has questions. Joanie Lum just spoke with them.
It has been four years since Marquise Pryor, a former basketball star at Orr Academy, was shot and killed on the south side. His family still has questions. Joanie Lum just spoke with them.
Mom says veteran daughter's belongings tossed after death
A mother got the call no parent ever wants to get. Her daughter, Alexis Walker, who served in the marines, was found dead in her apartment. She was just 25. And to make matters worse when she was finally let inside her daughter’s unit, it was completely empty leaving her with nothing to remember her by.
A mother got the call no parent ever wants to get. Her daughter, Alexis Walker, who served in the marines, was found dead in her apartment. She was just 25. And to make matters worse when she was finally let inside her daughter’s unit, it was completely empty leaving her with nothing to remember her by.
Will cell phones be banned in all Illinois schools?
Clock’s running in Springfield as lawmakers face a deadline to decide which bills move forward. One thing still up in the air --- a statewide cell phone ban for schools. Bret Buganski is live in Evanston.
Clock’s running in Springfield as lawmakers face a deadline to decide which bills move forward. One thing still up in the air --- a statewide cell phone ban for schools. Bret Buganski is live in Evanston.
How to prevent basement flooding before storms move in
Heavy rain in Chicago can overwhelm the same pipes that handle your home’s waste, and that’s when water can come back up into basements. Ashley Dirks with Redefined Living at Fathom Realty is here with simple ways to push that water away from your house before it becomes a problem.
Heavy rain in Chicago can overwhelm the same pipes that handle your home’s waste, and that’s when water can come back up into basements. Ashley Dirks with Redefined Living at Fathom Realty is here with simple ways to push that water away from your house before it becomes a problem.
33 catalytic converters stolen from Humboldt Park schools bus lot
It was a rough start to the morning for many families. Police say someone took catalytic converters from a bus lot in Humboldt Park overnight. Leslie Moreno is there with what's been confirmed so far.
It was a rough start to the morning for many families. Police say someone took catalytic converters from a bus lot in Humboldt Park overnight. Leslie Moreno is there with what's been confirmed so far.