New COVID-19 variant spreading through multiple states: What to know
BA.3.2, a new COVID-19 variant, has been detected in wastewater samples from 25 states. The variant has mutations that could evade immunity from a previous infection or vaccination.
BA.3.2, a new COVID-19 variant, has been detected in wastewater samples from 25 states. The variant has mutations that could evade immunity from a previous infection or vaccination.
Suburban Chicago man who used COVID relief money to buy luxury cars sentenced
A suburban Chicago man is heading to prison after prosecutors say he stole millions in COVID relief funds and bought several luxury cars.
A suburban Chicago man is heading to prison after prosecutors say he stole millions in COVID relief funds and bought several luxury cars.
Study suggests Vitamin D may help lower risk of long COVID symptoms
Vitamin D supplements may offer researchers a new clue about lingering COVID symptoms that persist after infection, according to a new study.
Vitamin D supplements may offer researchers a new clue about lingering COVID symptoms that persist after infection, according to a new study.
US population growth slowest since COVID-19 pandemic
The US population growth slowed significantly last year, and was at its lowest growth rate yet since the coronavirus and Spanish flu pandemics. Trump’s immigration crackdown contributed.
The US population growth slowed significantly last year, and was at its lowest growth rate yet since the coronavirus and Spanish flu pandemics. Trump’s immigration crackdown contributed.
Illinois reports first child flu death amid 'winter surge' of respiratory illnesses
Illinois health officials say a child has died from the flu as the state is seeing a "winter surge" of respiratory illnesses.
Illinois health officials say a child has died from the flu as the state is seeing a "winter surge" of respiratory illnesses.
Chicago’s good news moments that made 2025 brighter
Fox Chicago highlights the good news that defined 2025 in our community. The special features uplifting stories of compassion, generosity and hope from across Chicago, including a young pastor lifting spirits with a barber chair, a daughter donating a kidney to save her mother, a 19-year-old Elvis performer bringing joy to seniors and the emotional return of a Purple Heart to a veteran’s family.
Fox Chicago highlights the good news that defined 2025 in our community. The special features uplifting stories of compassion, generosity and hope from across Chicago, including a young pastor lifting spirits with a barber chair, a daughter donating a kidney to save her mother, a 19-year-old Elvis performer bringing joy to seniors and the emotional return of a Purple Heart to a veteran’s family.
Higher prices put the squeeze on gift giving this year
With less than two weeks to go until Christmas, consumers say it's not the Grinch stealing holiday cheer this year, it's higher prices.
With less than two weeks to go until Christmas, consumers say it's not the Grinch stealing holiday cheer this year, it's higher prices.
Trump admin touts economic outlook for 2026
The White House projects lower inflation and steady jobs ahead while debates over interest rates and healthcare affordability intensify in Washington.
The White House projects lower inflation and steady jobs ahead while debates over interest rates and healthcare affordability intensify in Washington.
Trump doubles down on tariffs despite declining manufacturing
The economy keeps shedding manufacturing jobs as President Trump doubles down on his tariff policies.
The economy keeps shedding manufacturing jobs as President Trump doubles down on his tariff policies.
Fed decision on interest rates arrives as Trump pushes for deeper cuts
The Federal Reserve weighs a possible rate cut today while President Trump and lawmakers from both parties debate its impact on inflation, the economy, and the upcoming election season.
The Federal Reserve weighs a possible rate cut today while President Trump and lawmakers from both parties debate its impact on inflation, the economy, and the upcoming election season.
Trump defends tariffs, touts economy ahead of Pennsylvania visit
President Trump doubles down on his tariff strategy, promises new aid for farmers, and prepares to take his economic message to voters in Pennsylvania.
President Trump doubles down on his tariff strategy, promises new aid for farmers, and prepares to take his economic message to voters in Pennsylvania.
Trump to give $12B to farmers hurt by his tariff policies
President Trump is giving $12 billion to farmers who have been hurt by his trade and tariff policies.
President Trump is giving $12 billion to farmers who have been hurt by his trade and tariff policies.
Trump shifts focus to economy as voter concerns over rising prices grow
President Trump highlights economic issues during a visit to Pennsylvania, emphasizing energy prices and inflation as both parties sharpen their messages ahead of 2025.
President Trump highlights economic issues during a visit to Pennsylvania, emphasizing energy prices and inflation as both parties sharpen their messages ahead of 2025.
Trump focuses on the economy as concerns over affordability grow
Alexandria Hoff reports from the White House as President Trump prepares to visit Pennsylvania to promote his economic agenda amid voter concerns about inflation, affordability, and the road to the 2026 midterms.
Alexandria Hoff reports from the White House as President Trump prepares to visit Pennsylvania to promote his economic agenda amid voter concerns about inflation, affordability, and the road to the 2026 midterms.
Fulton Market developments struggle with financing | The Chicago Report
You'd be hard-pressed to find a hotter neighborhood in the area than Chicago's Fulton Market, but while many developments are ready to go, they can't get the financing to get off the ground.
You'd be hard-pressed to find a hotter neighborhood in the area than Chicago's Fulton Market, but while many developments are ready to go, they can't get the financing to get off the ground.
Chicago health commissioner urges vaccinations as respiratory virus season begins
Chicago’s top health official, Dr. Olusimbo Ige, discusses rising flu, COVID and RSV concerns, urging residents to get vaccinated and take preventive steps as cases begin to climb.
Chicago’s top health official, Dr. Olusimbo Ige, discusses rising flu, COVID and RSV concerns, urging residents to get vaccinated and take preventive steps as cases begin to climb.
Health experts warn of severe flu season: What you need to know to stay protected
As colder weather brings a surge in flu cases, AMA board chair Dr. Lase Ajayi shares how to recognize symptoms, protect vulnerable groups, and keep your family safe this flu season.
As colder weather brings a surge in flu cases, AMA board chair Dr. Lase Ajayi shares how to recognize symptoms, protect vulnerable groups, and keep your family safe this flu season.
Beyonc? buzz gives boost to Chicago economy
Beyonc?'s Renaissance Tour has been bringing huge revenue to Chicago businesses.
Beyonc?'s Renaissance Tour has been bringing huge revenue to Chicago businesses.
NASCAR rakes in millions for Chicago
Between hotel revenue and state and local tax revenue, the inaugural NASCAR Street Race Weekend brought in millions of dollars to the area's economy.
Between hotel revenue and state and local tax revenue, the inaugural NASCAR Street Race Weekend brought in millions of dollars to the area's economy.
New Northwestern study reveals alarming impact of long Covid on patients
Northwestern Medicine is sharing some new findings about the impact of long Covid on patients.
Northwestern Medicine is sharing some new findings about the impact of long Covid on patients.