U.S. Mint to release special coins featuring icons from DC Comics
The Justice League is moving into the U.S. Mint. The mint is set to introduce coins based on the heroes of the DC Universe.
Turtles offer one shell of a good time at Brookfield Zoo Chicago
FOX 32's Natalie Bomke heads over to Brookfield Zoo Chicago to check out their cute lineup of turtles.
Avoid tax advice from social media, IRS says
It doesn't have to be tax season for you to be at risk of a tax scam. IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel shares some tips on how to protect yourself from fraudulent schemes.
Testimony begins in Alex Baldwin's 'Rust' trial
Jury selection for actor Alec Baldwin's 'Rust' trial wrapped up Tuesday and opening statements were scheduled to begin today. Baldwin was charged with involuntary manslaughter after cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was fatally shot with a prop gun on set.
Community violence intervention takes spotlight after bloody weekend in Chicago
After such a violent weekend in Chicago, local leaders and advocates are calling for more community violence intervention efforts. Dr. Chico Tillmon, executive director of the University of Chicago Crime Lab's CVI Leadership Academy, joins GDC to elaborate on the movement.
Free bottled water handed out after boil order issued on Chicago's South Side
Free bottled water is being handed out after a water main break prompted a boil order Wednesday morning on Chicago's South Side.
Fatal crash on Kennedy Expressway slows traffic near Cumberland
A fatal crash between two cars shut down traffic on the Kennedy Expressway Wednesday morning near O'Hare Airport.
Fox Valley Mall welcomes 12 new businesses
The City of Aurora said 85% of the businesses that recently opened in the mall are minority-owned, reflecting the growing diversity of the community.
Legal expert weighs in on Chicago's response to gun violence
After a deadly holiday weekend in Chicago, city leaders and community members are grappling with how to combat gun violence in their neighborhoods. University of Chicago Law Professor Sharon Fairley weighed in.
Some Democrats call for Biden to end presidential campaign
President Joe Biden will seek to reassure union leaders today that he is capable of running for reelection. Another Democrat in congress, though, is now on the record calling for him to bow out.
Chicago weather: Wet Wednesday morning forecast
FOX 32's Mark Strehl breaks down today's rainy weather outlook.
Deadly crash on Kennedy Expressway stalls traffic near O'Hare
A fatal crash between two cars on the Kennedy Expressway shut down traffic Wednesday morning near O'Hare Airport.
Boil order in parts of Beverly, Morgan Park and Auburn Gresham due to water main break
A water main break on Chicago's South Side prompted a boil order Wednesday across three neighborhoods.
Tow truck driver among 2 killed in Roseland shootout
A tow truck driver and another man are dead after getting into a shootout with each other Wednesday morning on Chicago's South Side.
Chicago restaurants partner with Greater Chicago Food Depository to fight child hunger
July is National Make a Difference to Children Month and to help promote it, seven Chicago restaurants are teaming up to make a positive impact. They are donating a portion of their sales to the Greater Chicago Food Depository. In a Fox 32 special report, Sylvia Perez shares where you can dine and give back at the same time.
Family files lawsuit over misuse of donated body's head
The family of a woman who donated her body to science is now suing the company that handled her remains, alleging her severed head was used to retaliate against an employee.
Clemency hearing held for Carpentersville woman convicted of killing child
The clemency hearing for Melissa Calusinski, a Carpentersville woman convicted of killing a toddler in 2009, was held on Tuesday.
Increasing number of people hospitalized due to poisoning from Delta-8 weed
Buying Delta-8 weed at a gas station or head shop is akin to buying drugs off the street—consumers have no way of knowing exactly what's in it. Like marijuana, Delta-8 gets users high. Unlike marijuana, it exists thanks to a loophole in federal law and is sold without any kind of testing or regulation. One Illinois resident said she wishes she knew that before she bought it. Delta-8 not only altered her consciousness, it changed her life.
Body of missing Chicago pastor recovered in Des Plaines River
Warren Beard's body has been found inside his vehicle submerged in the Des Plaines River.
Chicago launches new initiative to break the cycle of violence
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson announced a bold new initiative on Tuesday aimed at breaking the cycle of violence, specifically focusing on the city’s youth.