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Camp `I Am Me` helps empower young burn victims

Darlene Hill — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:53:00 EDT

Its camp season and you know what that means: lots of laughter, lots of dancing, games and scars.

Illinois GOP leader sends racist email aimed at former Miss America

Larry Yellen — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:39:00 EDT

Erika Harold is a Harvard educated lawyer, a former Miss America, and a conservative Republican who's now running for Congress.

Pilsen woman wins $200K lotto

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:24:00 EDT

A Pilsen woman who won $200,000 in the lotto plans to use the money to help her community.

Man, 20, charged with sex trafficking for 2nd time in Cook County

Craig Wall — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:54:00 EDT

A man previously convicted of sex trafficking in Cook County has been charged again, this time for allegedly kidnapping a Minnesota woman and bringing her to Chicago to work in the sex trade.

Lafayette parents, students overtake classroom to protest closings

Tisha Lewis — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:46:00 EDT

Nine Lafayette Elementary parents and students have occupied a Lafayette Elementary school classroom, in a sit-in style protest against the school's closing.

Quinn sets new deadline, forms new committee for pension reform

Mike Flannery — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 19:41:00 EDT

Governor Quinn and the general assembly formed a new committee and set a new deadline.

9 students hospitalized after being pepper sprayed at school

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:54:00 EDT

Nine students at a Near North Side bilingual public elementary school were hospitalized Wednesday afternoon after a student accidentally discharged pepper spray.

ALERT: Robbers target deliverymen in South Shore

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:06:00 EDT

Police are warning South Shore businesses of an increase in armed robberies of delivery men this month.

Obesity as a disease: What does it mean for Americans?

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 16:27:00 EDT

Now that obesity has been officially classified as a disease by the AMA, many are wondering how this will affect the 35.7 percent of Americans who are described as obese.

Male critically wounded in Roseland shooting

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 16:23:00 EDT

A male was critically wounded in a shooting Wednesday afternoon in the South Side Roseland neighborhood.

Last day of CPS school year bittersweet for closing schools

Anita Padilla — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 16:10:00 EDT

Chicago is at the tipping point, as the showdown continues over CPS closings. The final bell will ring for more than half of the public schools scheduled to close on Friday, under CPS' reorganization plan.

Man shot in back in Englewood

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 16:07:00 EDT

A man was shot in the back Wednesday afternoon in Englewood.

Medical examiner confirms body found in lake is Austin Hudson-Lapore

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:48:00 EDT

A body found in the water off the 39th street beach Wednesday has been positively identified as missing University of Chicago student Austin Hudson-Lapore, the Cook County Medical Examiner's office confirmed.

Man tried to lure girl into car in Albany Park: Alert

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 14:12:00 EDT

Police are urging parents and community members to exercise caution after a man tried luring an 11-year-old girl into a car in the North Side Albany Park neighborhood.

Quinn, lawmakers expected to reconvene on pensions in July

Mike Flannery — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 14:08:00 EDT

After collecting tens of thousands of dollars for themselves on Wednesday, members of the General Assembly plan to kick the can of public employee pension reform down the road for at least one more month.

9% of Illinois bridges `structurally deficient,` according to report

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:32:00 EDT

Nearly 9 percent of Illinois' bridges are "structurally deficient" and in need of serious maintenance or replacement -- an uptick of 1 percent from two years ago, a new report indicates.

Police seek Hyundai in hit-and-run that killed Bridgeport artist

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:53:00 EDT

Police on Tuesday said they are looking for a maroon Hyundai Sonata that fatally struck a woman in a Bridgeport hit-and-run last week on the South Side.

Talker: Study finds only 30 percent of US workers are engaged in their jobs

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 22:57:00 EDT

How do you feel about your job? A study, by Gallup, found most people are not exactly loving them.

Millennium Park unveils state-of-the-art outdoor movie screen

Amara Walker — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 22:55:00 EDT

There is a new, huge video screen at Millennium Park that you can take advantage of, for free.

Businessman in sex-slave case denies beating, raping wife

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 22:41:00 EDT

He's accused of being a violent sadist and "slave master" who kept his Gold Coast wife as a "sex slave" against her will.

Chicago Firefighter`s pension fund numbers are shocking

Mike Flannery — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 22:28:00 EDT

Trustees reportedly sell $130 million in assets a year just to cover current pension checks.

CPS protesters claim budget cuts could leave students without toilet paper

Craig Wall — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 22:12:00 EDT

Chicago Public Schools wrap up classes this week, and that means some of the schools will only be open for a few more days before they are closed as part of the CPS 5-year reorganization plan.

EXCLUSIVE: Convicted killer still collects over $55K a year in pension behind bars

Dane Placko — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 21:42:00 EDT

A convicted killer who has been sitting in prison for decades is still collecting his public pension.

Dead possum mural causes controversy in Pilsen

Jacqueline Anderson — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 19:09:00 EDT

A mural of a dead possum with a giant hole through its body in Pilsen has created quite a stir.

Teen gets probation for DUI crash that killed 4-year-old

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:27:00 EDT

A southwest suburban teen pleaded guilty to being drunk when he fatally struck a 4-year-old girl chasing a ball in the street has been sentenced to probation and community service.

Woman sexually assaulted near Montrose CTA Blue Line station

Tiffany Boncan — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:55:00 EDT

Police ask the Albany Park/Mayfair community to be vigilant, walk in pairs and avoid strangers, after a woman was sexually assaulted Monday night near the entrance to a CTA Blue Line station.

Sketch released of teen who robbed woman in Schaumburg

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:10:00 EDT

Police released a sketch of one of two teenage boys accused of stealing a gold chain from a woman walking into her northwest suburban Schaumburg home.

Not guilty plea in case alleging North Korea ties

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:04:00 EDT

A Taiwanese businessman's son has pleaded not guilty to charges he sought to help bypass a U.S. ban on the export of weapons machinery to North Korea.

US Supreme Court grants Madigan more time on guns

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:59:00 EDT

The U.S. Supreme Court is granting the Illinois attorney general more time to decide on an appeal over the carrying of concealed weapons.

Industrial chemicals found in Lake Michigan water, affected Porter Beach

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:39:00 EDT

Preliminary reports show industrial chemicals seeped into Lake Michigan on Monday afternoon, causing the closure of Porter Beach. Officials said Chicago beaches are not expected to be affected.

Search for missing University of Chicago student continues

Joanie Lum — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 13:50:00 EDT

Canine units were employed Tuesday, in the search for missing University of Chicago student Austin Hudson-Lapore, 20. He was last seen after taking his final exams last Wednesday.

Chicago at the Tipping Point: Residents desperate for solution to violence

Anita Padilla — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 13:46:00 EDT

The last several days in Chicago have been especially violent bringing the issue to a "tipping point." More than 50 people have been shot since Friday. But what can be done to stem the violence?

Watermelon Oreos hit shelves in time for summer

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:19:00 EDT

By: Zoe Sobel, FOX32 News Intern(Chicago) If you are looking for a cookie form of summers refreshing watermelon, then the wait is over. Meet the watermelon Oreo which is the newest member of their limited-edition

Jackknifed semi blocked lanes on Bishop-Ford Tuesday

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 10:51:00 EDT

Lanes have reopened on the Bishop Ford Expressway Tuesday morning after a semi-truck jackknifed near Sibley Boulevard.

Network of drug gangs likely responsible for most of city`s violence

Mike Flannery — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 08:53:00 EDT

Fewer than 2,000 utterly ruthless, well-armed bad guys may be causing a majority of Chicago's homicides.

Police out in force after Chicago sees bloodiest weekend this year

Craig Wall — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 08:52:00 EDT

Police and people in neighborhoods like Englewood are hoping to see a calmer Monday than what they had to deal with over the weekend.

Weather cools as fog blankets Chicago skyline Tuesday

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 08:36:00 EDT

A thick fog that developed on Lake Michigan overnight spread to Chicago Tuesday morning, obscuring the city's iconic skyline in a mist.

Cancer breakthrough: Fertility may be possible after chemotherapy

Amara Walker — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 22:55:00 EDT

There has been a major scientific breakthrough for cancer-stricken women and their fertility.

Alleged sex-slave `master` takes the stand in his defense

Larry Yellen — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 22:38:00 EDT

On Monday, for the first time, the jury heard from the alleged master in the sex slave relationship: Wisconsin businessman Kevin Anderson.

Chicago mom freed after serving 7 years on wrongful conviction

Lisa Chavarria — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 22:34:00 EDT

A Chicago mom who gave a false confession of strangling her 4-year-old is now a free woman.

8 dead, 41 wounded in weekend shootings

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 21:13:00 EDT

Two men critically wounded in weekend shootings died Monday, raising the death toll for 2013's most violent weekend to eight.

Father of missing student says motorist may have seen him

Amara Walker — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 21:05:00 EDT

Chicago police are trying to find a 20-year-old University of Chicago student who has been missing since last Wednesday.

If both sentenced, Jackson Jr. wants to go to prison before Sandi

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 19:09:00 EDT

If Jesse Jackson Jr. and his wife are both sentenced to time behind bars, Jesse says he wants to go to prison first.

Mover accused of theft caught leaving for Australia

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 17:54:00 EDT

A Chicago moving company employee is being held without bond after being charged with stealing more than $27,000 worth of jewelry from a north suburban customer, Pioneer Press is reporting.

Man attempts to sexually assault girl in West Lawn

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 17:42:00 EDT

A man attempted to sexually assault a teenage girl at gunpoint Monday morning in the West Lawn neighborhood on the Southwest Side.

Man dies after being struck on head, impaled on fence

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 17:20:00 EDT

A man was murdered Sunday night by someone who struck him in the head, causing him to became impaled on a wrought iron fence in the South Side Burnside neighborhood.

Plane where man claimed wide poisoning lands in NJ

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 17:14:00 EDT

A flight from Hong Kong on which a man claimed everyone was poisoned landed safely Monday at Newark Liberty Airport, and the man was taken off the plane under a heavy police presence.

Cary police search for woman missing since 1999

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 16:34:00 EDT

Police in Cary searched Monday for a woman who was last seen 14 years ago in the northwest suburb.

Picture This: Ending Homelessness Among Veterans in Chicago

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 16:29:00 EDT

There are an increasing number of veterans returning home who may end up homeless due to a myriad of issues; family connection, mental and physical health challenges, and difficulty transitioning to civilian life.

Four contract E coli after eating at Lombard restaurant

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 16:04:00 EDT

Four people contracted E. coli after eating at a west suburban restaurant, which has since been closed, DuPage County health officials said.

Indiana woman condemned for killing at 15 is free

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 15:55:00 EDT

A woman who was sentenced to death at age 16 for taking part in the torture and murder of a 78-year-old bible studies teacher was released from an Indiana prison Monday. She is now 43.

Ex-Chicago alderman Medrano found guilty in bribery trial

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 15:09:00 EDT

On the first day of deliberation, the jury hearing former Chicago alderman Ambrosio Medrano's trial found him guilty of bribery. He could face up to five years in prison.

Chief Keef pleads guilty to speeding, faces 2nd paternity suit

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 14:49:00 EDT

Chicago rapper Chief Keef was served Monday in a second paternity lawsuit as he appeared in a Cook County courtroom to plead guilty to a speeding violation.

Bill Daley to propose plan to end pension deadlock

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 14:44:00 EDT

A spokeswoman for Gov. Pat Quinn says he has fully backed the tough pension proposal supported by the Illinois House and has "fought hard" to get it passed.

Blackhawks losing money despite successful season

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 14:31:00 EDT

Here's a really shocking fact about the Chicago Blackhawks: They're losing money.

South Shore trains delayed due to energy transfer problem

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 14:23:00 EDT

Train service on the South Shore Line is suspended after a problem occurred with the equipment that transfers the energy from the overhead line to the trains.

Jewel-Osco to drop gas discount program with Shell

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 12:48:00 EDT

Jewel-Osco was offering a $0.05 per gallon discount on fuel at Shell stations for every $50 in grocery purchases. But they have decided to cut the program.

Albany Park girl sexually abused during home invasion: Alert

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 12:10:00 EDT

Police advise Albany Park residents to take extra care and remain vigilant, after a man sexually abused a young girl in her home Sunday morning.

Carla Oglesby, ex-Stroger aide, on trial for corruption

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 12:03:00 EDT

Carla Oglesby is accused of using fake contracts to scam hundreds of thousands of dollars to herself and her friends, from local vendors. She was first arrested nearly three years ago.

15-year-old boy, man in North Lawndale fatally shot by police

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 10:01:00 EDT

Chicago Police fatally shot a 15-year-old boy, reportedly armed with two handguns, in Englewood late Sunday night. Another officer shot and killed a man in North Lawndale early on Sunday.

2 Merrionette Park firefighters accused of sex assault

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 09:44:00 EDT

A $250,000 bond was set Sunday for a Merrionette Park firefighter accused of sexually abusing a visitor from Hawaii at a party while a fellow firefighter allegedly acted as lookout outside the bedroom door.

Fatal crash involving motorcycle closes EB lanes of I-80/94

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 09:28:00 EDT

A fatal early morning crash involving three vehicles and a motorcycle shut down the eastbound lanes of Interstate 80/94 during the Monday morning rush hour, according to Indiana State Police.

Second City co-founder, mentor Bernard `Bernie` Sahlins dies at 90

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 09:13:00 EDT

Bernard "Bernie" Sahlins, who co-founded Chicago's Second City theater and who nurtured the early careers of many of the earliest stars of "Saturday Night Live," died Sunday. He was 90 years old.

Chicago violence skyrockets over weekend

Tisha Lewis — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 23:09:00 EDT

Before sunrise in Lawndale on Sunday, a routine traffic stop turned deadly when a gun-wielding passenger inside the car took off running down an alley.

Hotel employee allegedly assaults guest

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 19:31:00 EDT

An employee of a Monee hotel was arrested Thursday after he allegedly hid in a guest's room then assaulted her, authorities said.

Authorities find south suburban house stuffed with trash

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 19:24:00 EDT

It was the last resort.

Some cable TV viewers face problems watching Blackhawks-Bruins Stanley Cup game

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 10:14:00 EDT

Some Comcast cable customers trying to watch Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Blackhawks and Boston Bruins Saturday night found themselves suddenly unable to see the game.

Police: Missing teen may be with 2 males she met on Internet

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 23:06:00 EDT

Chicago police are searching for a missing teenage girl who may be with two people she met on Facebook, according to an Endangered Missing Person alert issued Saturday.

Chelsea Clinton volunteers in Chicago as Global Initiative ends

Larry Yellen — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 23:01:00 EDT

Chelsea Clinton took center stage at the Daley Plaza helping to pump up some 5,000 volunteers for the Chicago Cares Serv-a-thon.

Hit-and-run takes life of ambitious Bridgeport artist

Tisha Lewis — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 21:11:00 EDT

By all accounts 21-year-old Carissa Hinz was a young woman full of life. Many friends and co-workers were present when she was struck by a car and the driver kept going.

Autistic teen missing from West Side

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 19:02:00 EDT

Police are seeking the public's help locating an autistic teen reported missing from his West Side home since Friday afternoon.

Man charged with beating & holding girlfriend at NW suburban home

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 18:53:00 EDT

A 26-year-old Arlington Heights man is being held on $100,000 bond, charged with the domestic battery of his girlfriend and forcefully preventing her from leaving the northwest suburban home.

3 shot in Chicago Lawn

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 17:22:00 EDT

Three people were shot in Chicago Lawn Saturday afternoon, authorities said.

Lane closures on Dan Ryan Expressway this weekend

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 16:09:00 EDT

South Siders lucky enough to attend Saturday night's Black Hawks game could find themselves locked in traffic on the outbound Dan Ryan Expressway if they wait too long to head home.

Police seek help identifying car in fatal Englewood hit-and-run

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 12:36:00 EDT

Police are asking for the public's help locating a vehicle involved in a fatal hit-and-run early Friday in the South Side Englewood neighborhood.

CPS to hire 600 for Chicago school Safe Passage routes

Joanie Lum — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 12:19:00 EDT

While the school year is winding down for Chicago Public Schools students, police and other city departments are preparing Safe Passage routes for the fall.

Plane with `mechanical problems` lands safely at O`Hare

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 10:45:00 EDT

Multiple ambulances were called, in addition to other fire department equipment, to O'Hare International Airport Saturday morning after an incoming plane reported mechanical problems.

Woman hit in face by puck gets surprise visit from Hawks legend

Amara Walker — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 22:47:00 EDT

A Blackhawks fan is recovering after being hit by a puck that went into the stands during Game 1 of the Stanley Cup finals on Wednesday.

Burbank police investigate parental child abduction

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 21:59:00 EDT

Police are on the lookout for a suburban woman they say may be on the way to Mexico with her children.

Jesse Jackson Jr.’s lawyer seek lenient sentence

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 21:36:00 EDT

Lawyers for Jesse Jackson Jr. assert in a court filing that the former Illinois congressman's mental health may worsen if he is given a lengthy prison sentence.

850 teachers, staffers get pink slips at closing, `turnaround` schools

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 21:10:00 EDT

About 850 teachers and staffers at schools doomed to either close this month or to reboot their staffs were handed pink slips Friday afternoon, according to Chicago Public Schools.

Talker: Food lickers, other gross fast food moments go viral

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 21:00:00 EDT

A bunch of fast food workers have been making themselves look like fast fools lately. Think it'll scare customers away?

Christie snubs conservative event, attends Clinton forum instead

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 20:46:00 EDT

Political observers will be closely watching as New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie participates in a discussion at the Clinton Global Initiative in Chicago.

2 shot in possible drive-by in Roseland

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 20:20:00 EDT

Two teenagers were shot Friday afternoon on the South Side.

Rabid bat discovered in Edgewater

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 19:55:00 EDT

Animal Care and Control officials are telling people in the northwest suburbs to be on the lookout after a rabid bat was found.

13 hurt in Southwest Side traffic accident

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 18:23:00 EDT

Thirteen people were hurt, including nine who were taken to hospitals, after a Pace van was involved in a head-on collision Friday afternoon.

David Hatyina gets 10 years for fatal boat accident

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 18:16:00 EDT

David Hatyina was sentenced to 10 years in prison for running over 10-year-old Tony Borcia with his boat last summer.

Authorities probe deck collapse at Fla. sports bar

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 17:36:00 EDT

Investigators began examining a twisted pile of concrete, metal and wood on Friday to determine why a waterfront deck at a popular sports bar collapsed into shallow Biscayne Bay, injuring two dozen people gathered to cheer...

Chelsea Clinton to kick off Chicago Cares Serve-A-Thon

Jacqueline Anderson — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 17:00:00 EDT

A former first family continues to make their mark in Chicago Saturday.

Police warn of man exposing himself to kids on South Side

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 16:32:00 EDT

Police have issued an alert to warn residents of the South Side New City area about a man who exposed himself to two young children on their way to school Thursday morning.

7 injured in gun violence since Wednesday night

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 16:05:00 EDT

At least seven people were injured in shootings across the city Thursday night and early Friday.

Bill Daley confirms run for Illinois governor on FOX 32 Sunday

Mike Flannery — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:51:00 EDT

Bill Daley, former White House Chief of Staff and brother to former Chicago mayor Richard M. Daley, told FOX 32 Sunday that he is, in fact, running for Illinois governor.

Dems to try again on Madigan`s pension bill, reject Quinn request

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 13:57:00 EDT

Democratic leaders in the Illinois Legislature said Friday that they would try again to pass a pension-reform plan backed by House Speaker Michael Madigan, rejecting Quinn's request for committee.

Free Sunday parking begins in certain Chicago wards this weekend

Lisa Chavarria — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 13:47:00 EDT

Mayor Emanuel's office has some good weekend news, but there's a catch. Free Sunday parking begins this weekend in some neighborhoods, while paying hours are extended in others.

Barrier-protected bike lanes open, Bike to Work rally at Daley Plaza

Patrick Elwood — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 13:07:00 EDT

Chicago Bike Week ends with a bang on Friday, with the Bike to Work Rally in Daley Plaza. New barrier-protected bike lanes also opened along Milwaukee Avenue, the city's most heavily biked corridor.

Man who ran over 10-year-old boy with boat could face 14 years

Joanie Lum — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 08:54:00 EDT

Tony Borcia's family read victim impact statements on Thursday, describing the horror of seeing a boat run the 10-year-old over on the Chain of Lakes last July. The man responsible will be sentenced on Friday.

Tired after watching Game 1 in triple OT? Try being the goalie

Amara Walker — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 23:00:00 EDT

If you think you were tired after watching five hours of hockey, Corey Crawford must be exhausted after his 51 saves.

Mother of children with autism reacts to death of Alex Spourdalakis

Lisa Chavarria — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 22:45:00 EDT

While the mother accused of killing her son who had autism awaits her next court hearing, other families of children with autism are reacting to the news.

New `RICO` law leads to street gang arrests

Dane Placko — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 22:42:00 EDT

The use of a new Illinois racketeering law has resulted in the arrest of dozens of members of a West Side Chicago street gang.

Illinois` tipping point: Highest unemployment rate in Midwest

Mike Flannery — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 22:34:00 EDT

It may be the most painful symptom of the economic illness that has put Chicago at a tipping point: our unemployment rate is the highest in the Midwest.

U. of C. frat defends organization after racist, homophobic prank

Tisha Lewis — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 22:29:00 EDT

The University of Chicago is cracking down on a fraternity prank that was anything but funny.

Hillary Clinton to focus on children's, economic issues

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 22:20:00 EDT

Former Secretary of State and first lady Hillary Rodham Clinton is coming to Chicago on Thursday.

Police: Man photographing children in northwest suburb

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 20:52:00 EDT

Police in northwest suburban Barrington are searching for a man who has allegedly been photographing children from his car.

Freight train derailment blocks Metra Southwest Line trains

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 17:18:00 EDT

Service on Metra's Southwest Service between downtown and southwest suburban Manhattan has been disrupted Thursday afternoon by the derailment of a freight train locomotive on the South Side.

Husband accidentally sells wife's wedding ring for $10 at garage sale

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 15:40:00 EDT

A California couple is asking the public for help locating a woman who the husband accidentally sold a box to without realizing his wife's $22,000 wedding ring was inside.

Senators ask Nickelodeon to ban kids' junk food ads

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 15:27:00 EDT

Four U.S. senators are calling on children's cable network Nickelodeon to ban ads targeted at children that promote and sell junk food and sugar.

Aurora home fire may have been caused by lightning strike

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 15:22:00 EDT

A fire that badly damaged a west suburban home Wednesday night may have been caused by a lightning strike.

PHOTOS: Adopted Villa Park fire hydrant transformed into Tommy Hawk

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 13:45:00 EDT

Even a fire hydrant is feeling the Blackhawks spirit, especially after Chicago's midnight victory over the Boston Bruins at the United Center in triple overtime.

CTA Loop trains back in service with major delays

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 12:59:00 EDT

CTA Brown, Green, Orange and Pink Line trains are back in service but riders should expect major delays in the Loop because of earlier switching problems.

Chicago Boat Show kicks off on Lake Michigan!

Patrick Elwood — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 11:53:00 EDT

The Chicago Boat Show, this city's premier boating event on Lake Michigan, begins Thursday. Good Day Chicago got a sneak peek of the beauties you'll see at 31st Street Harbor!

Blackhawks beat Bruins 4-3 in 3OT Cup opener, Shaw saves day

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 11:19:00 EDT

The Chicago Blackhawks know all about Andrew Shaw's reputation around the league. They also know the pesky little forward is so much more than just another irritant for opposing players.

Pritzker Military Library offers history and hope for veterans

Patrick Elwood — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 10:49:00 EDT

Homelessness remains a big problem facing Chicago and the state of Illinois, particularly for military veterans. The Pritzker Military Library is doing its part to stop the trend.

Driver dies after crashing into Chatham home

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 09:11:00 EDT

A motorist was killed after he crashed a car into a vacant home Thursday in the South Side Chatham neighborhood.

Lemont house struck by lightning, 6,800 without power after storms

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 09:06:00 EDT

More than 6,800 ComEd customers in the Chicago area are without power after storms passed through Chicago area Wednesday night.

National Anthem singer Sebastien De La Cruz answers his social media critics

myFOXDetroit.com Staff — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 08:42:00 EDT

Sebastian De La Cruz, the 11-year-old who sang the National Anthem before Game 3 of the NBA Finals this week is answering his critics who questioned his race and showed just how ignorant social media sites can be.

Pa. girl's double-lung transplant deemed success

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 21:34:00 EDT

A 10-year-old girl whose efforts to qualify for an organ donation spurred public debate over how organs are allocated underwent a successful double-lung transplant on Wednesday, the girl's family said.

Facebook introduces hashtags

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 14:04:00 EDT

Facebook is introducing hashtags, the number signs used on Twitter, Instagram and other services to identify topics being discussed and allow users to search for them.

Historic Illinois Medicaid expansion plan heads to Quinn

Tue, 28 May 2013 18:03:00 EDT

Illinois lawmakers have approved a historic expansion of Medicaid to cover low-income adults without children. The key part of President Barack Obama's health care law heads to Gov. Pat Quinn, who is in favor of it.

Victim`s groups furious after backlogged rape kits damaged

Dane Placko — Fri, 17 May 2013 22:44:00 EDT

FOX 32 has uncovered new information about the rape kits discovered last February, gathering dust in a police station in south suburban Robbins.

The Talker: LA bar requires female patrons to wear heels

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:56:00 EDT

Ladies, would you be offended if your favorite bar issued a "dress code" that forced you to wear heels?

In northern Iraqi city, al-Qaida gathers strength

Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:31:00 EDT

Al-Qaida's Iraq arm is gathering strength in the restive northern city of Mosul, ramping up its fundraising through gangland-style shakedowns and feeding off anti-government anger as it increasingly carries out attacks...

James Gandolfini: He let his characters star

Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:11:00 EDT

James Gandolfini would have hated all this fuss.

Actor James Gandolfini dies in Italy at age 51

Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:21:00 EDT

James Gandolfini's lumbering, brutish mob boss with the tortured psyche will endure as one of TV's indelible characters.

Blackhawks beat Bruins 6-5 in OT, tie series 2-2

Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:11:00 EDT

After struggling for more than 120 minutes to score even once, the Blackhawks beat Boston goalie Tuukka Rask a half-dozen times in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup finals to send the series back to Chicago tied two games apiece.

Compromise among senators eyed on border security

Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:11:00 EDT

After secretive talks, key senators expressed optimism Wednesday night that they were closing in on a bipartisan agreement to dramatically toughen the border security requirements in immigration legislation that also offers...

New Colo. wildfire prompts evacuations of homes

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:31:00 EDT

A new wildfire in the foothills southwest of Denver forced the evacuation of dozens of homes Wednesday as hot and windy conditions in the West made it easy for fires to start and spread.

AP PHOTOS: The career of James Gandolfini

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:21:00 EDT

By The Associated Press James Gandolfini, who won three Emmy Awards for his indelible role as mob boss Tony Soprano in HBO's "The Sopranos," died while on vacation in Italy at age 51. While Tony...

Brazil officials reverse subway, bus fare hike

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:01:00 EDT

Leaders in Brazil's two biggest cities said Wednesday that they reversed an increase in bus and subway fares that ignited anti-government protests that have spread across the nation in the past week.

Blackhawks lead Bruins 4-3 after 2nd of Game 4

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:41:00 EDT

Jonathan Toews broke a scoring slump in Chicago's three-goal onslaught in the second period against previously stingy goalie Tuukka Rask, and the Blackhawks led the Boston Bruins 4-3 through two periods in Game 4 of the...

Bulger, Gandolfini: Mob makes headlines this week

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:21:00 EDT

By The Associated Press The death in Italy of James Gandolfini, who played Mafia boss Tony Soprano on the popular HBO show "The Sopranos," was part of an unusual convergence of mob-related news making...

Flood victims wait through long lines for government aid

Larry Yellen — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 16:14:00 EDT

Two government aid programs somehow became one Wednesday afternoon on the West Side. Hundreds of people lined up for both food and flood assistance at the state office at Chicago and Pulaski.