The show follows the professional and personal lives of the firefighters, rescue squad members, and paramedics of the fictional Firehouse 51.

: The crew's legendary hangout was originally filmed at Lottie's Pub in Bucktown before moving to a dedicated set.

: A new "One Chicago" crossover event featuring Chicago P.D. and Chicago Med is scheduled for this spring.

As of April 2026, the series remains a cornerstone of NBC’s lineup, currently airing its 14th season with a 15th already confirmed.

: Filming primarily takes place at Engine 18 (1360 S. Blue Island Ave), a working Chicago firehouse.

: Longtime showrunner Andrea Newman is departing at the end of Season 14 (May 2026), with Victor Teran taking over.