# chicagolive (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover chicagolive. Page: Feed: --- ## [Chicago business offers free laundry service after storms | ChicagoLIVE](https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-o085u2nxcopkyfg5) _2026-08-21 · Latest News | FOX 32_ Rinse Cycle Valet owner DeAndra Gathings is providing free laundry and delivery for storm-affected families throughout Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana. ## [Joe Freshgoods talks fashion, coffee and his new West Town space | Extended interview](https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-y3g7xv6x2bpoyuid) _2026-08-20 · Latest News | FOX 32_ West Side native and streetwear icon Joe Freshgoods sits down with FOX Chicago’s Tia Ewing to discuss his Chicago roots, influential career and new space bringing fashion, coffee, art, books and community together. Watch the extended interview. ## [Austin Hope Center opens on Chicago’s West Side](https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-omkwq8ccsonpuhzf) _2026-08-20 · Latest News | FOX 32_ The new Austin Hope Center is opening in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood, bringing pediatric care, behavioral health services and other community resources to local families. ## [American Airlines reveals makeover of narrowbody fleet with new tech, more premium seats](https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/american-reveals-makeover-narrowbody-fleet-new-tech-more-premium-seats) _2026-08-20 · Nick.Viviani@fox.com (Nick Viviani) · Latest News | FOX 32_ American Airlines plans to give its entire narrowbody fleet of planes a giant makeover that will result in more room for many of the passengers and more technology for all of them. ## [mRNA cancer vaccine shows promise in melanoma trial](https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-gh0cgzzdanxzjhsz) _2026-08-19 · Latest News | FOX 32_ A personalized mRNA cancer vaccine from Moderna and Merck is showing promising results in a late-stage melanoma trial, reducing the risk of the cancer returning or spreading when combined with Keytruda. ## [Illinois sues Trump admin. over CDL records](https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-unwo4l5f9wgl4sgv) _2026-08-19 · Latest News | FOX 32_ Attorney General Kwame Raoul discusses Illinois’ lawsuit against the Trump administration over demands for personal information from millions of commercial drivers. ## [Moderna cancer vaccine cuts melanoma risk in breakthrough trial, shares surge 160%](https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/moderna-merck-mrna-cancer-vaccine-melanoma-trial) _2026-08-19 · Chris.Williams@fox.com (Chris Williams) · Latest News | FOX 32_ Moderna and Merck reported promising late-stage trial results for their personalized mRNA cancer vaccine, which lowered the risk of melanoma. ## [Amazon expanding drone deliveries to 500 cities](https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/amazon-expanding-drone-deliveries-500-cities) _2026-08-19 · Jason.Gunn@fox.com (Jason Gunn) · Latest News | FOX 32_ From toiletries to grill accessories, hundreds of cities could now begin to see their Amazon deliveries literally drop from the sky, as the retail giant is expanding their drone delivery service to nearly 500 cities nationwide. ## [Costco to sell branded Medicare plans in new pilot program](https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/costco-sell-branded-medicare-plans-new-pilot-program) _2026-08-18 · Catherine.Stoddard@fox.com (Catherine Stoddard) · Latest News | FOX 32_ Costco is partnering with nonprofit insurer SCAN Group to pilot Costco-branded Medicare plans that integrate coverage with several of the retailer’s health services. ## [Childhood vaccination rates continue to fall, including in the Midwest](https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/vaccines-rates-down-midwest-2026) _2026-08-18 · Maureen.Breslin@fox.com (Maureen Breslin) · Latest News | FOX 32_ Childhood vaccination rates have again fallen, with many Midwest states' rates dropping below the national average and non-medical exemptions for vaccinations continuing to rise. ## [Trade Smarter With IBKR (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/4HRbJUh8O8Am) _2026-08-18 · **Sponsored**_ Join Interactive Brokers through a referral and access low-cost global trading. ## [Confirmed measles cases reach 15 in Wisconsin](https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/measles-wisconsin-august-2026) _2026-08-17 · Maureen.Breslin@fox.com (Maureen Breslin) · Latest News | FOX 32_ Fifteen measles cases have been confirmed in Wisconsin with additional cases probable. The state is still tracking information to identify the source of the disease's spread. ## [How Lurie Children's keeps young patients learning during hospital stays](https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-0puat788pxr22pzn) _2026-08-17 · Latest News | FOX 32_ Learning doesn't stop during a hospital stay. Teachers at Lurie Children's help young patients stay on track with school while bringing a sense of routine and normalcy to their day. See how FOX Chicago is helping support programs like this through our $10,000 marathon fundraising goal. ## [Severe asthma can strike adults: What symptoms to watch for](https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-shvwt7fijer2jzks) _2026-08-17 · Latest News | FOX 32_ Allergist and immunologist Dr. Giselle Mosnaim of Endeavor Health explains the risks of severe asthma in adults, signs of adult-onset asthma and how parents can help children manage the condition as they return to school. ## [Roughly 23 million Americans trapped in jobs they want to leave over one costly fear](https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/americans-trapped-jobs-health-insurance) _2026-08-16 · Latest News | FOX 32_ Nearly one in four American workers with employer-sponsored health insurance say they are stuck in jobs they want to leave because they fear losing coverage. ## [Rebel Creamery files for bankruptcy after losing legal battle with rival Van Leeuwen](https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/rebel-creamery-files-bankruptcy-after-losing-legal-battle-rival-van-leeuwen) _2026-08-16 · Heather.Miller@fox.com (Heather Miller) · Latest News | FOX 32_ Low-carb ice cream maker Rebel Creamery has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. ## [New pancreatic cancer drug rolled out in Illinois | ChicagoLIVE](https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-gy8lsp0cs9lj8lu4) _2026-08-15 · Latest News | FOX 32_ Dr. Ajaz Khan joined the show to talk about a new pancreatic cancer drug being rolled out in Illinois. ## [Bally’s Casino releases earnings report after halting construction on new River West location](https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-hy0pgkldq61aq0cv) _2026-08-14 · Latest News | FOX 32_ Bally’s Casino reported more than $792 million in revenue while carrying $4.5 billion in debt. The financial results come after Bally’s halted construction on its planned River West location. FOX Chicago’s Bret Buganski has more on the company’s finances. ## [Illinois rideshare drivers can start forming a union after new law signed | ChicagoLIVE](https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-6okw3ke43a0dvtzd) _2026-08-14 · Latest News | FOX 32_ Illinois is just the third state to allow rideshare drivers to unionize. Bailey Koch-Farwana from Service Employees International Union Local 1 joins ChicagoLIVE to explain the issues the union may bargain for and how it impacts rideshare users. ## [Tyson Foods to close two facilities, pursue sale of third amid cattle shortage](https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/tyson-foods-cattle-shortage) _2026-08-14 · Chris.Williams@fox.com (Chris Williams) · Latest News | FOX 32_ Tyson Foods is restructuring its beef business by closing facilities in Joslin, Illinois, and Eagle Mountain, Utah, while pursuing the sale of its Pasco, Washington, plant. ## [United flight blows tire during takeoff at O'Hare Airport, passengers deplane](https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/united-flight-blows-tire-during-takeoff-at-ohare-airport-passengers-deplane) _2026-08-13 · Latest News | FOX 32_ A United Airlines flight blew a tire during takeoff at O'Hare International Airport on Thursday afternoon, forcing the aircraft to stop its takeoff and passengers to deplane, according to the airline. ## [Chovy's Blog: Agentic Coding (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/qewNvoe45Tld) _2026-08-13 · **Sponsored**_ Personal posts on agentic coding, moshcode CLI, and security findings. ## [IBEW Local 9 provides an update on power outages after severe storms | ChicagoLIVE](https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-c56x15q6jy19qt85) _2026-08-13 · Latest News | FOX 32_ IBEW says crews are working 16+ hour days working to restore power across the southern suburbs and NW Indiana. ## [Major supermarket chain closes at least 39 stores as nationwide overhaul takes shape](https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/major-supermarket-chain-closes-least-39-stores-nationwide-overhaul-takes-shape) _2026-08-13 · Latest News | FOX 32_ Kroger has closed at least three dozen stores since announcing plans last year to shutter 60 locations that were not "delivering sustainable results" by the end of 2026. ## [Parking is free again at Fashion Outlets of Chicago](https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-pg91iqhblvfz0rbm) _2026-08-12 · Latest News | FOX 32_ Rosemont Mayor weighs in on the Fashion Outlets of Chicago reversing its pay-to-park policy and addresses concerns that people are parking at the mall before heading to O’Hare. ## [Amtrak ridership is up. Why travelers should book holiday trips now](https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-xnx32z9dm62wpizr) _2026-08-11 · Latest News | FOX 32_ Thinking about Thanksgiving or holiday travel? Amtrak says now is the time to book. Ridership is up, trains are filling fast and some popular Illinois routes are regularly selling out. ## [FAA orders inspections of hundreds of Boeing 737 Max jets over potential cracking](https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/faa-boeing-737-max-jets) _2026-08-07 · Chris.Williams@fox.com (Chris Williams) · Latest News | FOX 32_ The Federal Aviation Administration has ordered inspections of certain Boeing 737 Max aircraft over concerns about potential fuselage cracking. ## [Cyclospora outbreak expands to certain fruits: What to know](https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-sk2sw631yytpxwem) _2026-08-07 · Latest News | FOX 32_ A former CDC director recently warned that the Cyclospora parasite has been detected on produce such as raspberries, blueberries, and snap peas. Dr. Brendan Niemira, former lead scientist with the USDA, explains what grocery shoppers should watch for. ## [Indiana Democratic Party chair: 'End the war' instead of extending gas tax holiday](https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-b6gld8hszwfg5v53) _2026-08-06 · Latest News | FOX 32_ Indiana drivers will continue paying some of the nation's lowest gas prices after Gov. Mike Braun extended the state's gas tax holiday, which had been set to expire Friday. Karen Tallian, chair of the Indiana Democratic Party, joins the show to discuss the extension and what it means for Hoosier drivers. ## [Over 20 "bike bus" systems organized in Chicago to get kids to school](https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-lx0u4kh7rq6ug70e) _2026-08-05 · Latest News | FOX 32_ 'Bike buses', some made of 130 people, are a new way for kids to get to school by riding bikes together. Chicago Family Biking founder Rebecca Resman and organizer of suburb Wilmette's first bike bus Leigh Marcus explain what these systems are and how you can start one in your community. ## [Ground stop issued at O'Hare Airport due to thunderstorms](https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/ground-stop-issued-ohare-airport) _2026-08-05 · Latest News | FOX 32_ A ground stop was issued at O'Hare Airport on Wednesday afternoon due to thunderstorms. ## [Persona-led AI publishing (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/wZpw8iOMb8jD) _2026-08-05 · **Sponsored**_ Generate drafts, schedule subdomain publishing, and keep human review where needed. ## [FAA certifies new Boeing passenger plane, opening up possible new routes | ChicagoLIVE](https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-p71409x5efutqj05) _2026-08-05 · Latest News | FOX 32_ The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has certified the new Boeing 737 'MAX 7' jetliner, allowing the plane to begin service. Travel expert Clint Henderson from The Points Guy explains why this certification is important and how it will affect passengers.