Families mark somber anniversary of Chicago nightclub stampede
It's been 23 years since a stampede killed 21 people who were enjoying a night out. Now, the victims' family members are renewing their calls for a permanent memorial to be erected on Motor Row.
It's been 23 years since a stampede killed 21 people who were enjoying a night out. Now, the victims' family members are renewing their calls for a permanent memorial to be erected on Motor Row.
Oak Park fire tears through building
Oak Park firefighters responded to a structure fire Tuesday night at a vacant building in the 1200 block of North Taylor Avenue, officials said.
Oak Park firefighters responded to a structure fire Tuesday night at a vacant building in the 1200 block of North Taylor Avenue, officials said.
Cook County Board president candidates spar over taxes, crime, Trump
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and her Democratic primary challenger Ald. Brendan Reilly engaged in a heated debate on Fox Chicago on Tuesday night.
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and her Democratic primary challenger Ald. Brendan Reilly engaged in a heated debate on Fox Chicago on Tuesday night.
Chicagoans mourn Jesse Jackson, remember him as a 'giant'
Rev. Jesse Jackson, the Chicago-based civil rights icon, political trailblazer, and lifelong advocate for equality who worked alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and inspired generations with his call to "never look down on anybody unless you are helping him up," has died at 84.
Rev. Jesse Jackson, the Chicago-based civil rights icon, political trailblazer, and lifelong advocate for equality who worked alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and inspired generations with his call to "never look down on anybody unless you are helping him up," has died at 84.
Are Cook County's electronic monitoring programs working? | Chicago Report Debates
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and Chicago Ald. Brendan Reilly debate whether the county's electronic monitoring program is working after a violent arson attack on the CTA. The two are vying for the Democratic primary in the 2026 election.
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and Chicago Ald. Brendan Reilly debate whether the county's electronic monitoring program is working after a violent arson attack on the CTA. The two are vying for the Democratic primary in the 2026 election.
National Urban League president remembers Jesse Jackson as 'iconic American'
Marc Morial, president of the National Urban League, remembered the life and legacy of Jesse Jackson, who died on Feb. 17, 2026.
Marc Morial, president of the National Urban League, remembered the life and legacy of Jesse Jackson, who died on Feb. 17, 2026.
Tourist arrested after destroying multiple check-in kiosks in Hong Kong airport rampage
A shocking scene unfolded inside Hong Kong International Airport’s Terminal 1 on Monday when a man was seen pushing over check-in kiosks and trying to smash them with a metal pole.
A shocking scene unfolded inside Hong Kong International Airport’s Terminal 1 on Monday when a man was seen pushing over check-in kiosks and trying to smash them with a metal pole.
Jesse Jackson Jr. remembers his father's last moments and legacy
Jesse Jackson Jr. remembers his father, Jesse Jackson, who died on Tuesday at the age of 84.
Jesse Jackson Jr. remembers his father, Jesse Jackson, who died on Tuesday at the age of 84.
Election 2026: Cook County Board president candidates debate on Fox Chicago
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and Chicago Ald. Brendan Reilly will face off in a debate hosted by Fox Chicago on Tuesday as they compete in the 2026 Democratic primary election.
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and Chicago Ald. Brendan Reilly will face off in a debate hosted by Fox Chicago on Tuesday as they compete in the 2026 Democratic primary election.
ICE offices might be coming to Chicago suburb, officials say
Oak Brook village officials found out that ICE is leasing office space in town after questions from the news media.
Oak Brook village officials found out that ICE is leasing office space in town after questions from the news media.
Watch: Man tries to snatch toddler from mother in Italian supermarket
A man has been charged with attempted aggravated kidnapping and aggravated assault after allegedly trying to snatch a one-year-old girl from her mother.
A man has been charged with attempted aggravated kidnapping and aggravated assault after allegedly trying to snatch a one-year-old girl from her mother.
Famous 'Lovers' Arch' collapses on Valentine's Day after severe weather
A popular rock structure known as the Lovers’ Arch collapsed on Valentine’s Day following days of poor weather.
A popular rock structure known as the Lovers’ Arch collapsed on Valentine’s Day following days of poor weather.
Local reverend reflects on the life, legacy of Jesse Jackson
Rev. Michael Nabors talks about the impact of Rev. Jesse Jackson on Chicago and beyond.
Rev. Michael Nabors talks about the impact of Rev. Jesse Jackson on Chicago and beyond.
Star quilt artist featured at Obama Presidential Center in Chicago
An artist who's being featured in the Obama Presidential Center shared his creative secrets at Augustana Lutheran Church in Hyde Park. His name is Sunshine Joe because he infuses brilliant color in his work.
An artist who's being featured in the Obama Presidential Center shared his creative secrets at Augustana Lutheran Church in Hyde Park. His name is Sunshine Joe because he infuses brilliant color in his work.
US Senate candidates discuss ICE, wages, UFOs, more in Fox Chicago debate
The top three candidates in the Democratic primary race for Illinois’ open U.S. Senate seat sparred over how to lower the cost of living, whether to abolish ICE, and even whether the feds should disclose findings about UFOs in a primetime debate on Fox Chicago.
The top three candidates in the Democratic primary race for Illinois’ open U.S. Senate seat sparred over how to lower the cost of living, whether to abolish ICE, and even whether the feds should disclose findings about UFOs in a primetime debate on Fox Chicago.
Months after Chicago-area dad went missing, family takes search nationwide
It has been nearly three months since anyone has seen Dan Davis, 59, and his family is now taking the search nationwide.
It has been nearly three months since anyone has seen Dan Davis, 59, and his family is now taking the search nationwide.
Ship that sank in 1872 found at bottom of Lake Michigan
A piece of history was found at the bottom of Lake Michigan: a ship that sank more than 150 years ago!
A piece of history was found at the bottom of Lake Michigan: a ship that sank more than 150 years ago!
Family of missing Chicago-area father haven't lost hope
The daughter of a missing suburban Chicago man says she still has hope to find her father, who was last seen in November.
The daughter of a missing suburban Chicago man says she still has hope to find her father, who was last seen in November.
High Indiana utility bills crisis has been building for years, advocates say
A consumer advocacy group says the rising NIPSCO bills in Indiana have been a crisis in the making for years due to state policy and the state's regulatory body not doing enough to protect consumers.
A consumer advocacy group says the rising NIPSCO bills in Indiana have been a crisis in the making for years due to state policy and the state's regulatory body not doing enough to protect consumers.
Chicago artist featured at Obama Presidential Library explains his inspiration
An artist featured at the Obama Presidential Library is explaining what inspired his South Side art.
An artist featured at the Obama Presidential Library is explaining what inspired his South Side art.