Elizabeth Matthews

Chicago

Reporter at WFLD-TV (Chicago, IL)

Reporter for @fox32news in Chicago. Midwestern gal happy to be back in my home state of Illinois!

Articles

Major Antioch swamp fire leaves minor damage at trailer park, no injuries

1 month ago | fox32chicago.com | Elizabeth Matthews

ANTIOCH, Ill. - A major fire on Monday at a swamp in far north suburban Antioch left some minor damage to a nearby trailer park but no injuries. What we know: Crews were called to the 26000 block of West Oak Avenue around 12:42 p.m. when they found the large fire directly behind a trailer park, according to a news release. Additional crews from Lake Village, Fox Lake, Spring Grove, Grayslake, New Port, and Round Lake, along with Wisconsin crews from Salem Lakes, were called in to help.
Fr. Pfleger reflects on 50 years at St. Sabina Church: 'I'm here to serve'

1 month ago | fox32chicago.com | Elizabeth Matthews

CHICAGO - A celebration was held at a Catholic church on Chicagos's South Side Wednesday honoring Fr. Michael Pfleger for 50 years of priesthood. The backstory: He’s spent the past five decades at Saint Sabina Church in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood. Over time, Pfleger has been a voice for the underprivileged and underserved, especially for his parish's neighborhood, handing out meals, calling for boycotts and leading marches.
Chicago labor union spars over Trump’s claims about Obama Presidential Center

1 month ago | fox32chicago.com | Elizabeth Matthews

By Elizabeth Matthews and FOX 32 Digital Staff Published May 7, 2025 9:29am CDT CHICAGO - Chicago labor leaders and the Obama Foundation are pushing back after President Donald Trump criticized the Obama Presidential Center during an unrelated appearance at the White House.
Surplus sewing machines spark new opportunities for Lockport students

1 month ago | fox32chicago.com | Elizabeth Matthews

CHICAGO - What’s old is new again, and it’s paving the way for some bright futures in Lockport. What we know: "A few years ago, the high school surplussed their sewing machines. And I thought it would be a real waste for these to go," said Janine Wheeler, president of the Lockport Woman’s Club. So instead, Wheeler, acquired the 20 older sewing machines from Lockport Township High School with a plan for the future in mind.
Surplus sewing machines spark new opportunities for Lockport students

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Elizabeth Matthews

The BriefSurplussed sewing machines from Lockport Township High School were repurposed for a student life-skills program. The Lockport Woman’s Club helped launch the effort by donating machines and materials and teaching students how to sew. Students are learning practical, social, and job-readiness skills—and even sold $1,800 worth of handmade items at a recent market. CHICAGO - What’s old is new again, and it’s paving the way for some bright futures in Lockport.
Semi carrying beer overturns, stops traffic on I-55 in Bolingbrook

1 month ago | fox32chicago.com | Elizabeth Matthews

By Elizabeth Matthews and Alex Ortiz Published May 5, 2025 12:21pm CDT BOLINGBROOK, Ill. - A semi-truck overturned on Interstate 55 in southwest suburban Bolingbrook on Monday, causing major delays. Video captured by Fox 32's Elizabeth Matthews appeared to show the semi and its trailer on their side in the northbound lanes of traffic. What we know: Illinois State Police said the three-vehicle crash happened just before 11 a.m. when the semi, which contained Anheuser-Busch products.
As DePaul president called to testify on antisemitism, Congress seeks records

2 months ago | fox32chicago.com | Elizabeth Matthews

CHICAGO - Members of Congress are asking DePaul University officials for information about their handling of alleged antisemitic incidents on campus as the school’s president was called to testify before a House committee next month. Congressional inquiry into DePaul What we know: President Robert L. Manuel was called to appear before the House Committee on Education & Workforce on May 7, according to a committee announcement.
Shriners Children's uses motion-capture tech to boost nationwide patient care

2 months ago | fox32chicago.com | Elizabeth Matthews

Shriners Children’s Chicago is tapping into Hollywood-style technology to better connect its medical labs across the country, improving collaboration, research, and patient care. What we know: "The most amazing care anywhere" is the hospital’s slogan—and now, that care is powered by a nationwide network of 14 motion analysis labs all linked by one system.
Northwestern graduate sues Trump administration over revoked student visa

2 months ago | fox32chicago.com | Elizabeth Matthews

A recent graduate of Northwestern University from India is suing the federal government after his student visa was revoked. The lawsuit is the first of its kind in Illinois. Northwestern grad sues Trump officials What we know: Last week, Northwestern confirmed that some of its international students' and recent graduates’ visas were revoked, and their student records were terminated. The school did not disclose the exact number of students or recent graduates who were affected.
Arrest made in 1995 double murder of Marine brothers in Cicero

2 months ago | fox32chicago.com | Elizabeth Matthews

Arrest made in 1995 double murder of Marine brothers in Cicero Nearly 30 years after two brothers were shot and killed outside their suburban home, Cicero police have arrested a suspect in a decades-old double murder case. CHICAGO - Nearly 30 years after two brothers were shot and killed outside their suburban home, Cicero police have arrested a suspect in a decades-old double murder case.