Is Chicago Fire New Tonight? Here’s Everything You Need to Know (October 8, 2025)
Yes, Chicago Fire Is New Tonight!
Good news for One Chicago fans — a brand-new episode of Chicago Fire airs tonight, Wednesday, October 8, 2025, on NBC at 9/8c.
The upcoming episode, Season 14, Episode 2 (“Primary Search”), will see the Firehouse 51 crew juggling high-risk rescues and rising personal tensions. According to NBC’s official logline:
“Vasquez strives to prove his worth at 51, while Violet and Novak investigate a disturbing case. Meanwhile, Herrmann works to maintain Molly’s success.”
That means more screen time for new recruit Sal Vasquez (Brandon Larracuente), who joined the team in the Season 14 premiere — and is already making waves among the crew.
What to Expect in Tonight’s Episode
The Chicago Fire family is facing some major growing pains this season. Vasquez is desperate to earn his place in the tight-knit group, Violet (Hanako Greensmith) takes on a mysterious case that hits too close to home, and Herrmann (David Eigenberg) fights to keep Molly’s Bar afloat amid shifting fortunes.
Meanwhile, Lieutenant Kelly Severide (Taylor Kinney) is back in the thick of the action — and from the sound of things, tonight’s callouts could push him and the team to their limits.
When and Where to Watch
New episodes of Chicago Fire Season 14 air Wednesdays at 9/8c on NBC, followed by next-day streaming on Peacock.
For those planning ahead, next week’s installment — Season 14, Episode 3 (“In the Blood”) — promises more chaos:
“When city budget cuts stretch crews thin, Pascal takes matters into his own hands; Vasquez looks to an old friend for help; and an incident in the field hits close to home for Violet.”
A Season of Shake-Ups
Showrunner Andrea Newman teased that Season 14 will shake Firehouse 51 to its core.
“It’s very true to what’s happening now in the world,” Newman told TV Insider. “CFD is cleaning house, and nobody is safe. This season is going to be about how the team holds together while everything around them changes.”
That means new recruits, shifting loyalties, and emotional fallout — classic Chicago Fire territory with even higher stakes.
Catch Up Before Tonight
Need to revisit the action? Every episode of Chicago Fire, Chicago P.D., and Chicago Med is available to stream now on Peacock.
And for extra behind-the-scenes insights, check out the official One Chicago podcast, featuring cast interviews, episode breakdowns, and exclusive production stories.