ICE surge documentary series premieres Wednesday, Nov. 4: How to watch
A new series from FOX 9 Documentaries details the Trump Administration's immigration operations in Chicago and Minneapolis that resulted in constitutional challenges, violent tactics and deadly shootings.
A new series from FOX 9 Documentaries details the Trump Administration's immigration operations in Chicago and Minneapolis that resulted in constitutional challenges, violent tactics and deadly shootings.
Pope Leo becomes first pope to vote in a US general election
Pope Leo’s Illinois ties are part of a historic moment in U.S. election history.
Pope Leo’s Illinois ties are part of a historic moment in U.S. election history.
New state? 11 Illinois counties to cast non-binding vote on separating from Chicago
There's a growing group of disgruntled Illinois residents who want to explore separating from Cook County and Chicago to form a brand-new state. In the Tuesday, Nov. 3 midterm elections, voters in 11 counties will find a non-binding referendum on their ballot that asks if they would like to consider creating a new 51st state.
There's a growing group of disgruntled Illinois residents who want to explore separating from Cook County and Chicago to form a brand-new state. In the Tuesday, Nov. 3 midterm elections, voters in 11 counties will find a non-binding referendum on their ballot that asks if they would like to consider creating a new 51st state.
Writers for new 'Avatar' show, 'Seven Havens', hail from Midwest
The executive producer for 'Avatar: Seven Havens' is a Chicago-area native living in the Twin Cities, while another lead writer for the show comes from Indiana! They spoke with Fox Local about their experiences and the new show.
The executive producer for 'Avatar: Seven Havens' is a Chicago-area native living in the Twin Cities, while another lead writer for the show comes from Indiana! They spoke with Fox Local about their experiences and the new show.
What’s the Midwest’s favorite convenience store?
What’s the Midwest’s favorite convenience store? According to the American Consumer Satisfaction Index, it's a Pennsylvania-based chain with a focus on made-to-order fast food.
What’s the Midwest’s favorite convenience store? According to the American Consumer Satisfaction Index, it's a Pennsylvania-based chain with a focus on made-to-order fast food.
Chicago-area rap promoter sentenced for role in nationwide fraud conspiracy
A Chicago man received three years of probation for his role in a nationwide wire fraud case
A Chicago man received three years of probation for his role in a nationwide wire fraud case
When is the first average snowfall in the Twin Cities?
Fall may have only just begun, but the first snowfall of the season is likely just around the corner.
Fall may have only just begun, but the first snowfall of the season is likely just around the corner.
Chicago named the 'Best Big City' in the US for 10th straight year
Chicago has been named the “Best Big City" in the United States by Condé Nast Traveler in their annual Readers' Choice Awards for the 10th straight year.
Chicago has been named the “Best Big City" in the United States by Condé Nast Traveler in their annual Readers' Choice Awards for the 10th straight year.
7-year-old girl fatally stabbed on Chicago's South Side, police say
A woman is in custody after Chicago police say a 7-year-old girl was fatally stabbed Saturday on the South Side.
A woman is in custody after Chicago police say a 7-year-old girl was fatally stabbed Saturday on the South Side.
Midwest cities among the best for dog walking
Redfin and Rover partnered to rank 107 U.S. cities on how good they are for taking your furry friend out for a walk. They also ranked the most popular and trending dog breeds for each city. Find out where your city places!
Redfin and Rover partnered to rank 107 U.S. cities on how good they are for taking your furry friend out for a walk. They also ranked the most popular and trending dog breeds for each city. Find out where your city places!
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.
Twenty years since Steve Irwin’s death, the Crocodile Hunter still inspires the world
Twenty years after Steve Irwin’s death, the Crocodile Hunter’s love for wildlife lives on through his family, Australia Zoo and the generations he inspired.
Twenty years after Steve Irwin’s death, the Crocodile Hunter’s love for wildlife lives on through his family, Australia Zoo and the generations he inspired.
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.
San Jose man drove 140 mph in Highway 87 crash that killed mom, toddler, prosecutors say
A San Jose man was driving more than 140 mph when his Tesla slammed into multiple vehicles on Highway 87, causing a fiery crash that killed a mother and her toddler daughter, authorities said.
A San Jose man was driving more than 140 mph when his Tesla slammed into multiple vehicles on Highway 87, causing a fiery crash that killed a mother and her toddler daughter, authorities said.
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.