Indiana lawmakers amend Indiana-Illinois border bill to add Indiana commissioner, shift quorum
Indiana legislators are seemingly preparing to review the Indiana-Illinois border without its neighboring state.
Where you live in Chicago can determine how long you have
Access to healthy foods, a job and stable housing all contribute to a person’s longevity – and where a person lives in Chicago can determine all those factors, too.
Chicago White Sox targeting a 4:30 p.m. start for today’s game at Rate Field
The start of Wednesday’s Chicago White Sox game against the Minnesota Twins at Rate Field was delayed as rain fell in the area. The Sox now are targeting 4:30 p.m. for the first pitch, which initially was scheduled for 1:10.
Here are Chicago’s 5 James Beard nominees
The James Beard Foundation announced Wednesday the finalists vying for its coveted awards, and among them are five Chicago chefs and restaurants.
Custom Bottle Labels: Elevating Your Product's Appeal
A well-crafted label with clear, high-quality design speaks volumes.
Bulls charging with Josh Giddey at the helm
Josh Giddey is putting the Bulls in position to secure home-court advantage for the SoFi NBA Play-In Tournament.
Does AI Trader Outperform Human Traders In The Long Run?
Does AI trader outperform human trader in the long run?
El Jaguar: The Secret Weapon of the Chicago Cubs
Cubs prospect Kevin Alcántara could be the games next big thing. But for now he will have to wait his turn in a jam packed Cub's outfield
U.S. Democracy Needs Black Journalism
The press has long documented violence and helped secure justice. Black journalists have been essential in this work.
2025 Oscar Nominees Then & Now: See Stars in Their First TV Roles
Before these Oscar nominees were lighting up the big screen, they were making a name for themselves on television.
Terry Savage: Tariffs 101
Let’s talk about how tariffs work to impact the economy — without any political considerations — just considering the potential economic consequences of tariffs, and how they impact the trade
12-year-old girl shot, killed on Chicago’s South Side
CHICAGO - A 12-year-old girl was shot and killed on Chicago’s South Side Sunday night. The shooting happened in the 9200 block of South Harper Avenue in the Calumet Heights neighborhood, according to Chicago police. Officers responded to the area around 8:30 p.m.
Cubs seek help at third; Bregman a possibility
Two-time All-Star third baseman Alex Bregman is one of the few remaining marquee free agents still on the market as teams begin to report for spring training.
The teams with the biggest jumps (and declines) in payroll in 2025, plus more MLB notes
The Orioles have an outfield logjam, a look at some extra moves by the Dodgers and easier travel to Japan for the Cubs this time.
10 Must-Try Regional Foods You've Never Heard Of but Need to Eat
Explore unique regional dishes like West Virginia pepperoni rolls, Arizona Sonoran hot dogs, and more hidden American food treasures.
A budget for a $25,000 income in Chicago
How a tithe cannot be saved. The cost of parties at home and His Implacable Necessity, The Doctor.
Chicago fugitive sought after escaping electronic monitoring nearly 3 years ago: sheriff
A Chicago fugitive who escaped electronic monitoring nearly three years ago remains on the run, and authorities are asking for the public’s help to find him.
Winter weather advisory issued for Chicago area, parts of Indiana. Here's what to expect
Winter weather alert issued for Chicago area, parts of Indiana 01:45. CHICAGO (CBS) — A Winter Weather Advisory is issued for the Chicago area and parts of Indiana on Saturday.
Trump official’s directive tying transportation grants to birth rates could hinder blue states
U.S. Rep. Kweisi Mfume, a Maryland Democrat, said he feared Duffy’s directives would harm some grants already announced — including $85 million awarded to Baltimore in the final weeks of the Biden administration to transform a blighted stretch of U.S. 40 known as the “highway to nowhere.”
Chicago small businesses fear President Donald Trump's proposed tariffs could hurt bottom line
Some businesses in Chicago have expressed concerns over President Donald Trump’s proposed plan to tax imported goods from Mexico and Canada, worried about what it will mean for future prices.
Which suburb should be considered an honorary Chicago neighborhood? Here’s what you told us.
Some readers understandably found the concept of an honorary neighborhood absurd. But we got some nominees based on diversity, proximity, food options and transportation.
Chicago Fed president on what the new jobs report says about the economy
The new jobs report shows the pace of hiring slowed slightly in January with the economy adding 143,000 jobs. The report also revised down jobs numbers between April 2023 and March of 2024 by nearly 600,
2025 Chicago Auto Show; gets an inside look at the show
Auto expert Nik Miles joins FOX6 WakeUp to give us an inside look at the show. Car fans from across the country are heading to the windy city for this year's Chicago Auto Show. Auto expert Nik Miles joins FOX6 WakeUp to give us an inside look at the show.
Bees and brilliant blooms brighten Portage Park viaduct
Some Chicago murals “are political, and some are purely beautiful, and most are somewhere in between," artist Cyd Smillie says.
Virginia McCaskey, Chicago Bears owner and pro-life Catholic, dies at 102
A deeply dedicated Catholic and mother of 11, Virginia McCaskey was referred to as “The First Lady of the NFL.”
Milk Bar Chicago opens iconic dessert shop in West Loop — with a very ‘Chicago' menu item
Welcome to Chicago, Milk Bar. The famous New York-based dessert shop, known for its creative and colorful cookies, cakes and bakery items, will officially open its first-ever Midwest store this weekend in Chicago.
Chicago woman shot, killed on I-10 in Tempe; suspect sought
A Chicago woman was killed in a shooting near I-10 and Elliot Road in Tempe. DPS says the shooting stemmed from an altercation at Main Event near Priest Drive and Warner Road.
Chicago Cubs 2025 top 20 prospects: Matt Shaw, Kevin Alcántara lead the way
The Cubs have an impressive group of position players at the top of their system, but the list thins out in quality after that group.
IDOT, ComEd prep for wintry mix headed toward Chicago area
A wintry mix headed toward the Chicagoland area has state officials and utility companies in preparation mode Wednesday.
How to watch Connor McDavid vs. Connor Bedard - Edmonton Oilers vs. Chicago Blackhawks | Channel, stream, preview
The Oilers are in the second half of a back-to-back as they visited the St. Louis Blues on Tuesday night. After a rough start to the 2024-25 season, Edmonton has righted the ship and rocketed up the standings. They come into Wednesday first in the Pacific Division, two points ahead of the Vegas Golden Knights.
Chicago, always a sanctuary for the dispossessed
Chicago has always provided a place for the disenfranchised, whether from the Mexican Revolution in the early 20th century, displaced persons after World War II, Vietnamese refugees after that tragic war,
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, amid low approval ratings, addresses sanctuary city issues
Johnson’s 14% approval rating is lower than the lowest approval rating recorded by his recent predecessors. Rahm Emanuel and Lori Lightfoot had ratings as low as 27% late in their respective tenures.
Chicago Bulls coach Billy Donovan reveals true feelings on wanting out of rebuild
The Chicago Bulls officially started giving up on their season on Sunday night when they sent Zach LaVine to the Sacramento Kings as part of a three-way trade.
Projected Cubs lineup if Chicago manages to swoop in and land Alex Bregman
While the Toronto Blue Jays and Detroit Tigers remain potential landing spots for Bregman, a new team has entered their name into the conversation: the Chicago Cubs. For more news and rumors, check out MLB Insider Robert Murray’s work on The Baseball ...
Chicago Fire’s Near West Side $80 Million Training Center Opening Next Month
The controversial new "world-class" training center is expected to open in March, and the club's pro team will start training there later this month, team officials said.
10 Chicago plays that will heat up stages, and date nights, in February
February is packed with big-name shows, like the Helen Hunt–fronted Betrayal at the Goodman and the ensemble-driven Fool for Love at Steppenwolf, starring Broadway vets Cliff Chamberlain and Caroline Neff.