Chess federation suspends Kramnik for public cheating allegations against Daniel Naroditsky

The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has suspended former world champion Vladimir Kramnik for at least one year after determining that he repeatedly made unsubstantiated public allegations of cheating against several players.

Global ocean temperatures hit record high for this time of year

Global sea surface temperatures have reached record highs for this time of year, surpassing previous records set in 2023 and 2024, according to new data.

Peace talks continue with Iran as President Trump considered resuming strikes
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Talks aimed at ending the war in Iran continue, even as President Trump considered resuming military strikes. FOX News reporter Doug Luzader joins Chicago's Morning News to discuss the latest developments.

Venezuelan gang accused in Chicago murder
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The Dept. of Justice announced a crackdown on the Tren de Aragua gang of Venezuela. Police charged three men with a brutal murder in Chicago. 

The U.S. takes on Bosnia and Herzegovina tonight in the FIFA World Cup
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The U.S. faces Bosnia and Herzegovina tonight in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32. FOX Sports FIFA World Cup announcer Tyler Terens joins Chicago's Morning News to preview the matchup.

U.S. and Iran trading airstrikes, despite talks to stop the violence
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 Now to the latest on the war with Iran.  The U.S. and Iran continue to trade airstrikes in the Middle East.  This, despite a memorandum of understanding to halt all violence.    Trey Yingst has more from Tel Aviv.

U.S. and Iran trade strikes
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 Now to the latest on the war with Iran. The U.S. And Iran trading attacks for the second straight day.  Today, the U.S. Military says it struck multiple targets in Iran after Iran launched a drone attack.

Major airline 'reluctantly' changes family policy amid investigation

Ryanair will "reluctantly" allow parents to sit with their children for free after an investigation into the practice was opened, bringing the airline in line with European industry standards.

Chicago Venezuelan reacts to earthquakes: 'It’s really a nightmare' | The Loop
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Nearly 600 people have been confirmed dead following back-to-back earthquakes in Venezuela. Luciano Pedota of the Illinois Venezuelan Alliance to discusses the devastation and how people can support relief efforts.

2 massive earthquakes rock Venezuela in less than a minute

In less than a minute’s time, two massive earthquakes shook the coast of Venezuela on Wednesday evening, turning buildings into rubble as panicked people rushed onto the streets for safety.

Team USA preparing for next match in FIFA World Cup
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Team USA is looking to maintain momentum ahead of the round of 32.   They'll hit the pitch tomorrow night against Turkey.   But, the team still faces questions ahead of the match.    Caroline Elliott has more

US government to oppose plan to sell Titanic artifacts

The federal government argues that a plan to auction hundreds of artifacts recovered from the wreckage of the Titanic would violate court orders, while the company that owns salvage rights to the Titanic wreck contends that it would not.