Jimmy Gracey missing: Chicago-area family seeks help finding son who disappeared in Barcelona
The family of a 20-year-old Elmhurst man is asking for the public’s help in locating him after he went missing while traveling abroad in Spain.
The family of a 20-year-old Elmhurst man is asking for the public’s help in locating him after he went missing while traveling abroad in Spain.
Juliana Stratton wins Dem primary race in Illinois
We are now hearing projections that Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton is set to win the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in Illinois, with the hopes of replacing Dick Durbin. Stratton managed to beat a field of candidates that included U.S. Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Robin Kelly. A number of political experts expect Tuesday’s winner in the Democratic primary election to almost certainly go on to win November's general election.
We are now hearing projections that Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton is set to win the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in Illinois, with the hopes of replacing Dick Durbin. Stratton managed to beat a field of candidates that included U.S. Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Robin Kelly. A number of political experts expect Tuesday’s winner in the Democratic primary election to almost certainly go on to win November's general election.
Latest updates on Illinois 2026 Primary Election Day
We are watching for updates as Primary Election Day arrives in Illinois. For the most recent results and updates on key races at the federal, state, and local levels, LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking to our partners at FOX 32 Chicago, including Paris Schutz. This comes as polls close at 7 p.m. in Illinois. We are currently watching key headlines surrounding voter turnout and the future of the Democratic Party.
We are watching for updates as Primary Election Day arrives in Illinois. For the most recent results and updates on key races at the federal, state, and local levels, LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking to our partners at FOX 32 Chicago, including Paris Schutz. This comes as polls close at 7 p.m. in Illinois. We are currently watching key headlines surrounding voter turnout and the future of the Democratic Party.
Tornadoes, dangerous storm system slam Midwest
A large, dangerous tornado touched down in Illinois on Tuesday, reportedly leaving heavy damage. According to our partners at FOX 32 Chicago, the tornado was part of a severe storm system that eventually moved into parts of northwest Indiana. The twister was eventually seen moving into Newton County, Indiana. FOX Weather is reporting that a dangerous storm system has been threatening the Midwest and parts of the Southern Plains today.
A large, dangerous tornado touched down in Illinois on Tuesday, reportedly leaving heavy damage. According to our partners at FOX 32 Chicago, the tornado was part of a severe storm system that eventually moved into parts of northwest Indiana. The twister was eventually seen moving into Newton County, Indiana. FOX Weather is reporting that a dangerous storm system has been threatening the Midwest and parts of the Southern Plains today.
Jesse Jackson funeral in Chicago: Ex-presidents Obama, Biden, Clinton in attendance
Funeral services for civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson will be held in Chicago starting on Friday with "The People’s Celebration."
Funeral services for civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson will be held in Chicago starting on Friday with "The People’s Celebration."
Reactions to the death of Rev. Jesse Jackson
We are getting the latest reactions after the Rev. Jesse Louis Jackson Sr., a Baptist minister and two-time Democratic presidential candidate, died Tuesday at 84, according to his family. A cause of death was not immediately released, according to early news reports. Jackson died peacefully surrounded by loved ones, his family said. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with author and Chaplain, Jesse Bradley, as public observances are being held in Chicago, with additional celebration of life events to be announced in the coming days.
We are getting the latest reactions after the Rev. Jesse Louis Jackson Sr., a Baptist minister and two-time Democratic presidential candidate, died Tuesday at 84, according to his family. A cause of death was not immediately released, according to early news reports. Jackson died peacefully surrounded by loved ones, his family said. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with author and Chaplain, Jesse Bradley, as public observances are being held in Chicago, with additional celebration of life events to be announced in the coming days.
Nearly 100-year-old candy company files for bankruptcy amid rising costs, heavy debt: report
A nearly century-old Chicago candy maker has filed for bankruptcy as rising costs and heavy debt pressure its business.
A nearly century-old Chicago candy maker has filed for bankruptcy as rising costs and heavy debt pressure its business.
Ex-Illinois deputy sentenced for murder of Sonya Massey
Sean Grayson, the former Sangamon County sheriff’s deputy who was convicted of second-degree murder for fatally shooting Sonya Massey in 2024, was sentenced on Thursday.
Sean Grayson, the former Sangamon County sheriff’s deputy who was convicted of second-degree murder for fatally shooting Sonya Massey in 2024, was sentenced on Thursday.
Illinois congresswoman moves to impeach DHS Sec. Kristi Noem
An Illinois congresswoman accused DHS Sec. Noem of obstructing Congress and self-dealing in articles of impeachment.
An Illinois congresswoman accused DHS Sec. Noem of obstructing Congress and self-dealing in articles of impeachment.
Infant’s remains found buried in beer box in Chicago suburb; 2 in custody, sheriff says
The remains of a baby were found buried in Will County on Friday morning, which led to two people being taken into custody.
The remains of a baby were found buried in Will County on Friday morning, which led to two people being taken into custody.
Chicago MMA fighter dies after event at Cicero Stadium, officials say
An MMA fighter died after a competition at Cicero Stadium on Friday night.
An MMA fighter died after a competition at Cicero Stadium on Friday night.
HOME ALONE NO MORE: Iconic house takes center stage
John Abendshien used to own the house from the Home Alone film, and his new book gives the untold story of the iconic Home Alone house, in the Chicago area, in a memoir called Home But Alone No More. The iconic movie with Macaulay Culkin came out in 1990.
John Abendshien used to own the house from the Home Alone film, and his new book gives the untold story of the iconic Home Alone house, in the Chicago area, in a memoir called Home But Alone No More. The iconic movie with Macaulay Culkin came out in 1990.
Rev. Jesse Jackson hospitalized in Chicago, family confirms
Civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson has been hospitalized in Chicago, his family said Wednesday.
Civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson has been hospitalized in Chicago, his family said Wednesday.
Suburban Chicago man charged with posting online threat to President Trump: officials
A suburban Chicago man is in federal custody after authorities said he posted an online threat to President Donald Trump.
A suburban Chicago man is in federal custody after authorities said he posted an online threat to President Donald Trump.
Sonya Massey murder trial: Former Illinois deputy found guilty in fatal shooting
A jury has decided the fate of the former Illinois sheriff's deputy who shot and killed Sonya Massey after she called 911 for help.
A jury has decided the fate of the former Illinois sheriff's deputy who shot and killed Sonya Massey after she called 911 for help.
Sister Jean, beloved chaplain at Loyola University, dies at 106
Chicago lost an icon, as Loyola University announced on Thursday night that Sister Jean had died.
Chicago lost an icon, as Loyola University announced on Thursday night that Sister Jean had died.
Judge partially blocks Trump’s National Guard deployment to Illinois
A federal judge partially granted a temporary restraining order halting President Donald Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops to Illinois after hearing arguments challenging the legality of the action.
A federal judge partially granted a temporary restraining order halting President Donald Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops to Illinois after hearing arguments challenging the legality of the action.
2 Chicago suspects charged after cars used to impede agents, leading to shooting
Two people are facing charges, accused of using cars to ram and block federal agents on Chicago’s Southwest Side on Saturday.
Two people are facing charges, accused of using cars to ram and block federal agents on Chicago’s Southwest Side on Saturday.
Officers shot at armed woman in Chicago after cars ‘rammed’ officers, DHS official says
Officers shot at an armed person after officers were "rammed" and "boxed in" by 10 cars in Chicago on Saturday, authorities say.
Officers shot at an armed person after officers were "rammed" and "boxed in" by 10 cars in Chicago on Saturday, authorities say.
Immigration raid targeting Tren de Aragua nets 37 arrests on Chicago's South Side: DHS
Federal agents carried out an immigration raid early Tuesday on Chicago’s South Side, taking at least 37 undocumented immigrants into custody in an area known to be frequented by Tren de Aragua gang members.
Federal agents carried out an immigration raid early Tuesday on Chicago’s South Side, taking at least 37 undocumented immigrants into custody in an area known to be frequented by Tren de Aragua gang members.