WLS-TV (Chicago, IL)

WLS-TV, also known as channel 7, is a TV station based in Chicago, Illinois, USA, broadcasting content from the ABC network. It is owned and operated by ABC's Owned Television Stations division. The station's studios are situated on North State Street in the heart of the Chicago Loop, while its transmitter is positioned at the top of the Willis Tower.

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Chicago protest: Protesters in Daley Plaza, downtown oppose Trump's policies on immigration, federal funding, reproductive rights

4 days ago | abc7chicago.com | Maher Kawash

CHICAGO (WLS) -- People took to the streets Saturday in Chicago and nationwide to protest President Donald Trump's policies. The protests came as the U.S. Supreme Court issued a new ruling temporarily blocking deportations of immigrants under the Alien Enemies Act. The high court acted in an emergency appeal from the ACLU. Trump immigration policies were just one topic protesters demonstrated about.
What is 764 group? Chicago FBI warns violent online network is targeting minors, activity increasing sharply

5 days ago | abc7chicago.com | Mark Rivera

CHICAGO (WLS) -- The group 764 methodically coerces and extorts minors to produce heinous materials online, according to the FBI. This includes live-streaming acts of self-harm, animal cruelty, sexually explicit acts and even suicide. Chicago FBI officials told the I-Team the group's activity has increased sharply.
Complete Bridal owner in East Dundee warns wedding dress prices could go up hundreds because of Trump's China tariffs

5 days ago | abc7chicago.com | Maher Kawash

EAST DUNDEE, Ill. (WLS) -- Bridal shops are warning about price increases because of tariffs. They say the price of a dress could go up hundreds of dollars. One local bridal shop owner said he's trying to get creative. The impacts of President Donald Trump's tariffs on China are already being felt by so many small businesses. A bridal shop in East Dundee is feeling it. They're now trying to compensate by selling some dresses for half the price, encouraging customers to get in and get some merchandise.
ABC7 Sports Overtime with Dionne Miller: April 18, 2025

5 days ago | abc7chicago.com | Dionne Miller

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Watch the full video segments of "ABC7 Sports Overtime with Dionne Miller" Fridays at 5:30 and 8 p.m., and Saturday mornings at 4:30 a.m. on ABC7's 24/7 stream. The Chicago Bears continued their offseason workouts a week before the NFL Draft. All the coaches and players like their new Head Coach Ben Johnson's approach to making everyone accountable. Dionne Miller did a Zoom interview with Northwestern alum and ESPN Host Mike Greenberg.
ABC7 Chicago Overtime

5 days ago | abc7chicago.com | Dionne Miller

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Crews remove fencing Alds. Brendan Reilly, Brian Hopkins say was installed to help control Streeterville, Chicago teen takeovers

5 days ago | abc7chicago.com | Stephanie Wade

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Crews on Friday morning removed fencing that had just been installed around the city's Streeterville neighborhood. Ald. Brendan Reilly, who represents the 42nd Ward, says the fencing was expected to help police control the crowds of young people who have gathered in recent few weeks. Ald. Brian Hopkins, who represents the 2nd Ward, told ABC7 that crews put up barricades in Streeterville on Thursday in preparation for this weekend.
Six Flags Great America opens for season Friday in Gurnee

6 days ago | abc7chicago.com | Stephanie Wade

GURNEE, Ill. (WLS) -- It's that time of year. Six Flags Great America will open its gates Friday in Gurnee. There's a new ride for thrill-seekers. It's the "Wrath of Rakshasa" dive coaster. How does this sound? It's a 171-foot drop at a record 96-degree angle, with five inversions and speeds up to 67 mph. We talked to the park's president last month. "I think you're going to feel like you're upside down," Park president John Krajnak said. "You're not going to know where you are through most of the ride.
Chicago pastor, alderman transforming 75th Street, King Drive into 'Black Wall Street' for 'Spend in the Black' national movement

1 week ago | abc7chicago.com | Samantha Chatman

CHICAGO (WLS) -- A Chicago pastor and alderman are joining forces to strengthen the Black dollar and drive more business into Black communities, starting with 75th Street and King Drive. Their push to transform 75th Street into a "Black Wall Street" is part of a national movement. The movement is called "Spend in the Black," and its happening in cities like Atlanta, Houston, Dallas and New York.
Food banks, like Northern Illinois Food Bank in Geneva, are unsung heroes in fight against climate change, world hunger

1 week ago | abc7chicago.com | Jaisol Martinez

CHICAGO (WLS) -- A sense of urgency can be felt on the floors of the Northern Illinois Food Bank in Geneva. Volunteers vigorously work to sort and box up food for donation. But despite their best efforts, hunger and food waste rage on. "If food waste were a country, it would be the third largest emitter of greenhouse gas emissions worldwide," Lisa Moon said. Moon heads the Chicago-based Global FoodBanking Network. The GFN connects to food banks in more than 50 countries.
Source: Bears extend T.J. Edwards for 2 years, $20 million

1 week ago | abc7chicago.com | Courtney Cronin

CHICAGO -- In a span of four days, the Chicago Bears extended two key pieces of their defense for the long haul. Linebacker T.J. Edwards agreed to a two-year, $20 million contract extension Wednesday, a source confirmed to ESPN. Edwards joins nickel corner Kyler Gordon as the latest members of the Bears defense to receive an extension. Gordon inked a three-year, $30 million extension earlier this week.