Vikings beat Bears 9-3 on sloppy day at Soldier Field, improve to 2-0
The Minnesota Vikings are 2-0 after a 9-3 win over the Chicago Bears in sloppy conditions on Sunday at Soldier Field.
The Minnesota Vikings are 2-0 after a 9-3 win over the Chicago Bears in sloppy conditions on Sunday at Soldier Field.
2 more beluga whales, including recent rescue, die at Chicago's Shedd Aquarium, officials say
Two beluga whales at Chicago's Shedd Aquarium have died, including one that was rescued from a closed marine park in Canada just weeks ago, officials said.
Two beluga whales at Chicago's Shedd Aquarium have died, including one that was rescued from a closed marine park in Canada just weeks ago, officials said.
Where Midwest airports rank for on time departures
The Bureau of Transportation Statistics compiled a ranking of 30 U.S. airports by their percentage of on-time departures between Jan. 2026 and June 2026. Here's how the airports stacked up, including some in the Midwest.
The Bureau of Transportation Statistics compiled a ranking of 30 U.S. airports by their percentage of on-time departures between Jan. 2026 and June 2026. Here's how the airports stacked up, including some in the Midwest.
Peekachu, rescued beluga whale at Shedd Aquarium, dies suddenly
Peekachu, one of eight beluga whales recently rescued from a closed Canadian marine park and brought to Chicago's Shedd Aquarium, died suddenly Tuesday evening.
Peekachu, one of eight beluga whales recently rescued from a closed Canadian marine park and brought to Chicago's Shedd Aquarium, died suddenly Tuesday evening.
Partial solar eclipse may be visible in the Midwest Wednesday
A solar eclipse is set to darken skies across the world Wednesday. In the Midwest, a partial eclipse may be visible.
A solar eclipse is set to darken skies across the world Wednesday. In the Midwest, a partial eclipse may be visible.
Boundary Waters reopens some entry points for overnight access
After weeks of closures due to raging wildfires, some parts of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness are reopening for day and overnight access on Thursday.
After weeks of closures due to raging wildfires, some parts of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness are reopening for day and overnight access on Thursday.
Nolan Wells death: Independent autopsy findings revealed in Chicago
An independent autopsy report is adding new questions in the death of Nolan Wells.
An independent autopsy report is adding new questions in the death of Nolan Wells.
Wildfires smoke causing poor air quality across Midwest
It's not just Minnesota and the Twin Cities that's experiencing poor air quality. The smoke from wildfires in Canada is pushing air quality to unhealthy levels in multiple cities across the country, including Chicago. Kasey Chronis joined FOX 9 News at 5 to show us what it's like there.
It's not just Minnesota and the Twin Cities that's experiencing poor air quality. The smoke from wildfires in Canada is pushing air quality to unhealthy levels in multiple cities across the country, including Chicago. Kasey Chronis joined FOX 9 News at 5 to show us what it's like there.
Plane hit by firework at Chicago’s Midway Airport, airline says
A plane was hit by a firework as it was landing at Chicago’s Midway International Airport on Saturday night.
A plane was hit by a firework as it was landing at Chicago’s Midway International Airport on Saturday night.
Obama Presidential Center opens with star-studded dedication ceremony in Chicago
Former President Barack Obama celebrated the opening of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago with a star-studded event featuring former presidents, musicians and other prominent guests.
Former President Barack Obama celebrated the opening of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago with a star-studded event featuring former presidents, musicians and other prominent guests.
Stacey King, ex-Chicago Bull and longtime broadcaster, dies at 59, team says
Stacey King, the former Bulls player and longtime color commentator for the team’s games, has died at the age of 59, the team announced.
Stacey King, the former Bulls player and longtime color commentator for the team’s games, has died at the age of 59, the team announced.
Chicago Bears announce intentions to build stadium in Hammond, Indiana
The Chicago Bears plan to move forward with building their new stadium out of state.
The Chicago Bears plan to move forward with building their new stadium out of state.
District 196 bus driver shortage could impact school start times
The Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan school district says a school bus driver shortage has disrupted service for months. Now, they are considering changing school start times to compensate for the shortage.
The Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan school district says a school bus driver shortage has disrupted service for months. Now, they are considering changing school start times to compensate for the shortage.
MN District 196 closes schools over voicemail threats
Schools in Minnesota’s Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District 196 are closed after multiple voicemail threats were discovered early Tuesday morning. Police say the threats have not been confirmed as credible but have not been ruled out. The investigation remains ongoing.
Schools in Minnesota’s Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District 196 are closed after multiple voicemail threats were discovered early Tuesday morning. Police say the threats have not been confirmed as credible but have not been ruled out. The investigation remains ongoing.
Fire near Lutsen Mountains at Caribou Highlands Lodge burns townhome
A townhome complex operating as part of the Caribou Highlands Lodge near Lutsen Mountains caught fire Monday afternoon.
A townhome complex operating as part of the Caribou Highlands Lodge near Lutsen Mountains caught fire Monday afternoon.
Obama Presidential Center grand opening slated for Juneteenth weekend in Chicago
The grand opening for the Obama Presidential Center will be held on Juneteenth weekend later this year on the South Side.
The grand opening for the Obama Presidential Center will be held on Juneteenth weekend later this year on the South Side.
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."
Crowds celebrate life of Rev. Jesse Jackson at Rainbow PUSH Coalition in Chicago
Rev. Jesse Jackson, the civil rights icon, will be honored with a celebration of life in Chicago this week after he died at 84.
Rev. Jesse Jackson, the civil rights icon, will be honored with a celebration of life in Chicago this week after he died at 84.
Rev. Jesse Jackson in photos: A look back at his life and career
Rev. Jesse Jackson, who led the Civil Rights Movement for decades after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination, died Tuesday at 84. In photos, here's a look back at Jackson Sr. through the years.
Rev. Jesse Jackson, who led the Civil Rights Movement for decades after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination, died Tuesday at 84. In photos, here's a look back at Jackson Sr. through the years.
Remembering Jesse Jackson: Tributes pour in for the late civil rights leader
The death of Rev. Jesse Jackson, the Chicago civil rights leader and political trailblazer who worked alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., has prompted an outpouring of tributes from across the city and the nation.
The death of Rev. Jesse Jackson, the Chicago civil rights leader and political trailblazer who worked alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., has prompted an outpouring of tributes from across the city and the nation.