Anthony Ponce

4 weeks ago | fox32chicago.com | Anthony Ponce

Esports has not been around as long as NCAA basketball but it's becoming just as popular on some college and high school campuses. In a FOX 32 special report, we take a closer look at this fast-growing after-school activity. When classes are done for the day at Naperville North High School, many students head outside to play their favorite sport. Right now, that's anything from baseball to tennis to lacrosse.

1 month ago | fox32chicago.com | Anthony Ponce

By Anthony Ponce and Mike Caplan Published  April 11, 2025 9:29am CDT Top 5 music formats that faded away From eight-track tapes to the iconic iPod, these once-popular music formats shaped how we listened to music—until they disappeared. Here are the top five lost formats and how they changed the game. CHICAGO - From eight-track tapes to the iconic iPod, these once-popular music formats shaped how we listened to music—until they disappeared.

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Anthony Ponce

Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience.Generate Key TakeawaysFrom eight-tracks to iPods, these once-popular ways to listen to music eventually disappeared. Each format had its moment, but advances in technology—like streaming and smartphones—led to their decline. While some, like vinyl, have made a comeback, others remain fond memories of past music eras.

1 month ago | fox32chicago.com | Anthony Ponce

Every spring and fall, Chicago’s skyline transforms into the perfect frame for a celestial event known as Chicagohenge. During the equinoxes, the sun rises directly due east and sets directly due west, aligning perfectly with the city's grid system. The result? A breathtaking visual where the sun is framed between rows of buildings, creating an ideal photo opportunity for locals and visitors alike.

2 months ago | fox32chicago.com | Anthony Ponce

Highland Park parade shooting trial starts next week The trial for Robert Crimo III, the alleged gunman in the 2022 Highland Park Fourth of July parade shooting, is set to begin in Lake County Circuit Court. HIGHLAND PARK, Ill. - It’s been nearly three years since a Fourth of July parade in Highland Park turned into heartbreak. Seven people were killed after a gunman opened fire on the crowd. Dozens were injured.