Illinois announces extensive upgrades to veterans homes across state
The state of Illinois will be upgrading many veterans homes throughout the state.
World War II soldier from Illinois identified
The family of a World War II soldier from Illinois finally has some closure. Officials identified the remains of U.S. Army Sgt. John Radanovich.
Preckwinkle announces $40M in small business grants
In a boost for small businesses, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced Wednesday that $40 million in assistance from the 2023 Source Grant Fund.
Tempel farms preparing to honor veterans
Tempel farms prepares a special performance using horses to honor their veterans.
Actor Gary Sinise surprises veterans at Chicago area VA hospital with Fourth of July feast
Some Chicago area veterans got a big surprise this Fourth of July. Actor Gary Sinise stopped by Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital to show some gratitude for their service.
Actor Gary Sinise surprises veterans at Chicago area VA hospital with Fourth of July feast
Some Chicago area veterans got a big surprise this Fourth of July. Actor Gary Sinise stopped by Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital to show some gratitude for their service.
100-year-old D-Day veteran inspires thousands with his story through TikTok
Remembrance ceremonies are taking place all across the world as we mark 79 years since the D-Day invasion.
Ukrainian veterans visit Chicago school, inspire students during patriotic assembly
In honor of Memorial Day, 10 Ukrainian veterans who are in Chicago to participate in weekend events began their trip by visiting with local schoolchildren.
Ukrainian veterans visit Chicago school, inspire students during patriotic assembly
In honor of Memorial Day, 10 Ukrainian veterans who are in Chicago to participate in weekend events began their trip by visiting with local schoolchildren.
World War II veteran missing for 80 years to be laid to rest in Illinois
After 80 years of being declared missing in action, a World War II veteran from Illinois will finally be laid to rest.
Chicago-area veterans preparing for 'Ruck March' fundraiser
The Chicago Veterans Ruck March will be held on Friday, May 26. It's a 17-mile journey to raise money for veterans in need.
New affordable housing development for veterans breaks ground in Chicago Heights
A groundbreaking ceremony was held in Chicago Heights Wednesday for a new affordable housing development for veterans.
Legionnaires' disease reported at Quincy VA home again
Legionnaires' disease has once again shown up at a veterans’ home in Quincy.
One of last 2 USS Arizona survivors, Ken Potts, dies at 102
Ken Potts had just turned 102 a week ago, and had carried memories of the attack throughout the course of his long life.
New Cook County program helps veterans with home repair work
A new program in Cook County is looking to help veterans keep up with repair work to their homes.
How you can send a Valentine to a veteran
Constituents of all ages are encouraged to express their gratitude through the program, which has distributed 10,000 cards so far to veterans at Lovell Federal Health Care Center and on Honor Flights.
'A new mission:' Veterans asked to apply for internship to help battle child predators
When it comes to fighting child exploitation, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) is looking for a certain specialist to help get the job done. In a special report, Fox 32’s Natalie Bomke details just who they’re looking for.
Pritzker celebrates completion of Quincy VA Home renovations
Two years ago, legionnaire's disease took the lives of 12 veterans at the home, and some called for closing the facility.
Wreaths Across America honors veterans around the holidays
Saturday is Wreaths Across America Day. Every year cemeteries across the country participate in laying wreaths on graves of veterans.
Chicago Heights veteran gifted new roof from Habitat for Humanity, community partners
Habitat for Humanity and its community partners seek to ease a burden for one Chicago Heights veteran by giving him a new roof for his home.