Mayor’s $68M tax hike budget rejected, city council hits pause until Monday
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson didn’t have the votes to pass his budget, which includes a $68 million property tax hike along with other taxes and fees. Now, it’s back to the drawing board.
ChiArts dances into the spotlight on Orange Friday
The Orange Friday High School of the Week spotlighted the talented students of The Chicago School for the Arts (ChiArts), a CPS school dedicated to fostering diversity in the arts.
Indiana man arrested on child pornography charges
An Indiana man was taken into custody on Thursday following an investigation into multiple reports of child pornography.
Dog killed in Elgin 'Tent City' fire as crews battle flames in freezing temps
This fire follows another blaze that broke out last week near the same location in Elgin.
Weber spicing up your tailgate with new game day recipes
Weber is bringing the heat to your tailgate parties this season with delicious, easy-to-make recipes that will elevate your grilling game.
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Johnson's budget: Alderpeople discuss issues with 2025 budget
Ald. Byron Sigcho Lopez and Ald. Brendan Reilly discussed what parts of the city's budget remain a problem for them.
Unreleased Michael Jackson songs found in abandoned storage unit
A dozen unreleased Michael Jackson songs were discovered in an abandoned storage unit in the Los Angeles area, reports say.
Who will get the reward for turning in suspected CEO-killer Luigi Mangione?
Authorities said they received hundreds of tips with information related to the case involving Luigi Mangione.
A kindergartner shot at Northern California religious school can't move his legs, family says
One of the kindergartners shot last week at a Seventh-Day Adventist school in Northern California hasn't been able to move his legs, his grandmother wrote on Facebook.
Chicago Firefighters Union votes unanimously 'no confidence' in department leadership
The Chicago Firefighters Union says it no longer has confidence in the department’s leadership after nearly three and a half years without a contract.
Chicago's top cop outlines strategy to address violent crime and community trauma
The Chicago Police Department (CPD) has laid out its goals for 2025, aiming to address both crime and community relations as part of a broader strategy for improvement.
Chicago alderman blasts Johnson's proposal of $400K salary for vice mayor of Chicago
Ald. Anthony Beale spoke with FOX 32 about the mayor's 2025 budget proposal.
Will the Chicago City Council vote on the budget today?
There is a report that Mayor Brandon Johnson has called off the vote.
Chicago Police Department sets 2025 goals to tackle crime and build trust
The Chicago Police Department (CPD) has laid out its goals for 2025, aiming to address both crime and community relations as part of a broader strategy for improvement.
Chicago Firefighters' Union casts 'no confidence' vote
The Chicago Firefighters Union says it no longer has confidence in the department’s leadership after nearly three and a half years without a contract.
4 suburban men accused of attacking Barraco's employees due in court
The four men accused of attacking multiple employees at Barraco's Pizza on Chicago's Southwest Side will appear in court Friday morning.
Man fatally shot inside Chicago bar; no suspects in custody
A man was fatally shot Thursday night at a bar on Chicago's Northwest Side, police said.
23-year-old man caught in crossfire during attempted vehicle break-in: police
A bystander was shot during an exchange of gunfire Thursday night on Chicago's South Side, police said.
Woman, 56, critically injured after being struck by SUV in Brighton Park
A 56-year-old woman was critically injured Thursday evening when she was struck by a vehicle while crossing the street in Brighton Park, police said.
20-year-old man shot while walking on Chicago's South Side
A 20-year-old man was shot while walking in West Pullman early Friday, police said.