Air quality 'unhealthy' for most of Chicago area as smoke returns, canceling outdoor events

ABC Chicago 7/19 5:50A WLS

An Air Quality Alert is in effect through Sunday for the Chicago area due to smoke from Canadian wildfires.

ABC7 'Chicago Proud' streaming series showcases heartwarming, uplifting local stories

ABC Chicago 7/19 5:50A Karen Jordan

ABC7 is taking a look back at some of the most heartwarming and uplifting stories from across our area, along with the positive work so many Chicagoans are doing that truly make us proud of our hometown.

Damaging winds possible as severe thunderstorm watch issued for parts of Chicago area

NBC Chicago (Local) 7/18 7:29A Matt Stefanski

While declining air quality from wildfire smoke remains a concern across the Chicago area, attention is shifting to the threat of severe storms.

Chicago-area father of Air Force airman detained by ICE after immigration status interview:...

ABC Chicago 7/18 7:14A WLS

A Chicago-area man is in ICE custody after being detained following a scheduled immigration status interview, his attorney said. His daughter, who serves in the U.S. Air Force, is now hoping for his release.

Chicago consumers react to potential cyclosporiasis outbreak source linked to Taco Bell ID'd by FDA

ABC Chicago 7/18 7:14A Eric Horng

At a Taco Bell restaurant in Chicago's Loop, some customers said they are reconsidering their orders amid warnings tied to a cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from Mexico supplied by Taylor Farms to some Taco Bell locations.

Chicago air quality to drop again Saturday, smoky conditions from Canadian wildfires to return

ABC Chicago 7/18 7:14A WLS

An Air Quality Alert remains in effect for the Chicago area through Saturday night. Smoky conditions are expected to move back into the area in the afternoon.

Service dog reunited with 9-year-old girl after being taken from yard on South Side, family says

ABC Chicago 7/18 7:14A Tre Ward

A Chicago family is celebrating a special reunion. A service dog stolen from a little girl with autism is back home after ABC7's story aired.

Chicago air quality briefly improves before conditions deteriorate; storms possible

NBC Chicago (Local) 7/18 5:36A Matt Stefanski and Pete Sack

After days of wildfire smoke, Saturday will bring some improvement from conditions on Thursday, when Chicago’s air quality was ranked the worst among any major city in the world. However, it still won’t be completely clear outside, and conditions...

As wildfire smoke worsens air quality this weekend, here's what to expect and when

NBC Chicago (Local) 7/18 5:36A Matt Stefanski

Although many Chicago-area residents are getting a break from the wildfire smoke, a new round is expected to worsen conditions this weekend.

Man injured when gun fires during struggle with Chicago police at large gathering

NBC Chicago (Local) 7/18 3:22A Matt Stefanski

A man was wounded when a gun discharged during a struggle with police at a large gathering in Fuller Park early Saturday, authorities said.

Chicago man accused of carrying machete on CTA Green Line train on West Side: sheriff

ABC Chicago 7/17 8:42P WLS

A Chicago man is facing a felony charge after allegedly riding a CTA Green Line train while carrying a machete.

17-year-old suspect charged with murder in shooting of 13-year-old boy in South Chicago, police say

ABC Chicago 7/17 8:42P WLS

A teen suspect has now been charged with first-degree murder after a 13-year-old boy was fatally shot two months ago on the city's South Side, Chicago police said.

Supporters of Father Pfleger call for changes to Archdiocese sexual misconduct investigation...

ABC Chicago 7/17 8:42P Jasmine Minor

Supporters of Father Michael Pfleger are calling for changes to how the Archdiocese of Chicago handles sexual assault allegations, saying a letter delivered to the Archdiocese seeks broader reforms beyond defending the longtime St. Sabina pastor.

Chicago-based Fairlife pauses US production after ransomware cyberattack breaches milk brand...

ABC Chicago 7/17 8:42P AP

Milk brand Fairlife is pausing its production in the U.S. after a ransomware cyberattack breached the company's systems.

Family, friends remember pioneering Chicago businessman George E. Johnson in South Side funeral

ABC Chicago 7/17 8:42P Leah Hope

A funeral was held Friday for pioneering Chicago businessman George E. Johnson.