A mom captured this beautiful moment when she saw her daughter singing to her brother Bo, who has Down syndrome & a 12-word vocabulary. "It's proof that music therapy works. Every word he has learned has been through music & singing." (Amanda Bowman Gray)
Intense video shows the U.S. Coast Guard stopping a "narco submarine" carrying 16,000 pounds of cocaine off the coast of South America. It was part of a $569 million drug bust. MORE:
SENTENCED TO DEATH FOR HAVING AN ABORTION: A new bill in Texas would criminalize abortion and classify it as a homicide. Therefore, women who have abortions could be sentenced to the death penalty.
A homeowner was playing video games when three armed robbers tried to break into his home. The homeowner grabbed his gun and shot all three men -- killing two of them. "The victim in this case exercised his Second Amendment right to protect his home."
Judy Cochranโs mini-horse disappeared 3 years ago. Every gator hunting season since, sheโs been trying to catch the alligator she knew was responsible. This year, she finally caught the 580-pound beast. (Judy is also the mayor of Livingston, Texas)
IT TAKES TWO SECONDS TO RETWEET: A 13-year-old boy reported missing may be somewhere on the South Side, according to Chicago police. Dorian, who is 4-foot-6, was wearing a black shirt and pants, and Timberland boots.
A HEARTWARMING SURPRISE: This grandmother is a HUGE
@jtimberlake
fan. She's been trying to save money to see his upcoming Orlando performance. But now she doesn't have to, as she received an Easter surprise of four tickets! (Video: Sarah Watson)
IT TAKES TWO SECONDS TO RETWEET: Police are asking for help in locating a 14-year-old girl who's been missing from Chicago since February. Let's get her photo circulating on Twitter so we can bring her home safely!
REST IN PEACE Notorious B.I.G.
On this day in 1997, rapper Christopher Wallace, also known as "Biggie Smalls," was shot to death at a stoplight in Los Angeles.
IT TAKES TWO SECONDS TO RETWEET: Police are still searching for a pregnant postal worker who has been missing for nearly six months after disappearing in Chicago. Let's keep her photo circulating to help bring her home safely!
IT TAKES TWO SECONDS TO RETWEET: Police are asking for the public's help in locating a 12-year-old boy who has been missing from Chicago since Tuesday.
GOOD BOY: Marley, an autism service dog, is trained to detect when his owner is having a panic attack. This is the moment he came to her aid, notice how he places his paws in between her arms so she doesn't hurt herself. ๐ถ๐ฅบโค๏ธ
STORY:
๐ธ: Hayley Martin
IT TAKES SECONDS TO RETWEET: Police are searching for a 5-year-old boy who is missing from suburban Chicago. He only speaks Swahili and was last seen wearing a red t-shirt, blue jeans, and possibly no shoes or jacket.
WOMAN WITH GUN DEFENDS HERSELF: A woman with a concealed-carry permit stopped a robbery tonight after exchanging gunfire with the would-be robber in Little Village on the Southwest Side.
After seeing the woman sitting alone, Jamario Howard began talking with her. She told him that her husband had passed, and that the next day would have been their 60th anniversary. That's when he invited her to come eat with him and his friends. โค๏ธ
For 8-year-old Sydney's birthday, she became Princess Tiana for the day at Disney World, and was busting moves as a band played a "The Princess and the Frog" song. A cast member noticed, and led her over to the band to dance with them! STORY:
On this day in 1912, the Titanic sank into the North Atlantic Ocean while on its maiden voyage from Southampton, England to New York City. The massive ship, which carried 2,200 passengers and crew, had struck an iceberg. More than 1,500 people died.
IT TAKES TWO SECONDS TO RETWEET: Chicago police are searching for a missing baby after a vehicle he was sitting in was stolen Monday afternoon on the Southwest Side.
William Stark, who lives next door to a school where 60% of the students are not white, says the Nazi and Confederate symbols he's plastered outside his house are not racist.
BEST SURPRISE EVER: Rapper
@Drake
paid a visit to 11-year-old Sofia after her "KiKi Challenge" video went viral. She is awaiting a heart transplant at Chicago's
@LurieChildren
's Hospital.
A Chicagoย man accused of storming the Capitol last week allegedly told agents who showed up to arrest him: "Wow, youโre pretty good," court papers show.โ
This baby cheetah and rescue puppy are best friends at the Cincinnati Zoo. The cub was the only survivor of her litter, and the zoo says they often pair solo cheetahs with rescued shelter dogs, who can teach cubs and play with them in ways humans cannot.
AMAZING! A single mom taught her young daughter Kinley, who has cerebral palsy, to walk without using her walker. This video shows what an incredible difference a year makes! Way to go, Kinley! ๐๐
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is facing backlash after filing suit against Kia and Hyundai over claims they manufactured cars that lacked appropriate anti-theft measures, ultimately leading to a surge in car crimes.
The virtual โParade Across Americaโ includes appearances from celebrities as well as everyday Americans, including a history teacher from Texas and a 12-year-old trumpet player from Georgia.โ
FOX 32 EXCLUSIVE: Elizabeth Matthews spoke tonight with former Bear Steve "Mongo" McMichael about his expected Hall of Fame induction. Tune in at 9 p.m. for the full story.
Clemson University football players quarterback Trevor Lawrence, linebacker Mike Jones Jr., wide receiver Cornell Powell and running back Darien Rencher organized a "March for Change" on campus Saturday.โ
The fiancรฉ of Chicago Police Officer Danny Golden, who was shot and paralyzed over the weekend, did not mince her words Wednesday when calling out Mayor Lightfoot and Police Supt. Brown. "I am absolutely done being silent."
At 10 a.m. this morning, Chicagoans, as well as students from Parkland, Florida, will gather at 79th and the Dan Ryan to prepare to walk on the expressway and shut down the Dan Ryan. They are protesting Chicago's violence, led by Father Michael Pfleger.
Sen. Ted Cruz showed exclusive video of a woman he identified as a Biden administration staffer blocking him from recording at a migrant facility on "Sunday Morning Futures."โ
HE'S BAAA-AACK! The massive gator that went viral at the Buffalo Creek Golf Course in Florida was spotted on Valentine's Day taking a stroll with some of his pals.
#squadgoals
Nice to see you, Chubbs!
HORRIFYING: While our reporter was in the middle of a live report about Chicago gun violence, a man walked up and pointed what appeared to be a firearm at our crew.
People lined up around the block to get free pets today at
@PAWSChicago
. They are waiving adoption fees on pets who have been at the shelter a long time tomorrow, too!
Connor, 8, has autism and was finding it hard to adjust on the first day of school. He was crying by himself until 8-year-old Christian went to console him, and hand-in-hand the pair walked into school-- TOGETHER.