Chicago teen hosts back-to-school bash
Jaqueza Thomas talks about the inspiration behind his second annual back-to-school bash.
Jaqueza Thomas talks about the inspiration behind his second annual back-to-school bash.
California principal on leave after high school pep rally dance causes stir
As schools are starting up once again for the upcoming school year, one Central Valley principal is already benched for the time being after participating in a controversial performance, creating a stir amongst students and parents.
As schools are starting up once again for the upcoming school year, one Central Valley principal is already benched for the time being after participating in a controversial performance, creating a stir amongst students and parents.
Chicago stars host basketball game, giving away free school supplies
Backpacks, pens, pencils and back to school clothes can be expensive for parents. Chicago artist Korporate and Shaun Redwell, host of the Chicago Sky, joined Good Day Chicago to tell us more about a special basketball game this weekend where fans can get free supplies for their kids!
Backpacks, pens, pencils and back to school clothes can be expensive for parents. Chicago artist Korporate and Shaun Redwell, host of the Chicago Sky, joined Good Day Chicago to tell us more about a special basketball game this weekend where fans can get free supplies for their kids!
Tips for managing back-to-school anxiety
Heading back to school can be exciting for children but it can also be stressful. Licensed Therapist Stacy Thiry shares some tips to help manage situational anxiety.
Heading back to school can be exciting for children but it can also be stressful. Licensed Therapist Stacy Thiry shares some tips to help manage situational anxiety.
31% of parents will take on debt for back-to-school shopping, survey finds
A new survey reveals that many parents are facing financial impacts as they shop for their child’s school supplies and other necessities this year.
A new survey reveals that many parents are facing financial impacts as they shop for their child’s school supplies and other necessities this year.
Educational toys encourage back to school fun
Timeless Toys shopkeeper, Scott Friedland, spoke to FOX 32's Natalie Bomke and Brian Jackson about toys with features to help children play and learn.
Timeless Toys shopkeeper, Scott Friedland, spoke to FOX 32's Natalie Bomke and Brian Jackson about toys with features to help children play and learn.
Activities to help kids transition back to school
The transition back to school can be hard for kids, especially the younger ones. As a parent, there are a few activities you can do with your child to get them ready for the new school year. Kelsie Newman from Children's Lighthouse North Center Chicago joined Good Day with the details.
The transition back to school can be hard for kids, especially the younger ones. As a parent, there are a few activities you can do with your child to get them ready for the new school year. Kelsie Newman from Children's Lighthouse North Center Chicago joined Good Day with the details.
CTA offers free rides to CPS students on first day of school
Chicago Public Schools students can ride CTA buses and trains for free on Monday to celebrate the first day of the school year.
Chicago Public Schools students can ride CTA buses and trains for free on Monday to celebrate the first day of the school year.
‘Hitting kids should never be allowed’: Illinois bans corporal punishment in schools
This school year, Illinois will become just the fifth state in the nation to prohibit corporal punishment in all schools.
This school year, Illinois will become just the fifth state in the nation to prohibit corporal punishment in all schools.
Biden asks Supreme Court to lift block on student loan repayment plan
The Biden Administration has turned to the Supreme Court to help lift a block on the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan.
The Biden Administration has turned to the Supreme Court to help lift a block on the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan.
Prioritizing student mental health during back to school season
Transitions can take toll on a child's mental health. Going back to school brings a lot of change and can be hard on students of all ages.
Transitions can take toll on a child's mental health. Going back to school brings a lot of change and can be hard on students of all ages.
Easy back-to-school lunches that kids will actually eat
Chicago mom of two Cheryl Aistrope shares some lunch ideas that kids might actually eat. From chicken and waffles to reusable bags, this mom has all the hacks.
Chicago mom of two Cheryl Aistrope shares some lunch ideas that kids might actually eat. From chicken and waffles to reusable bags, this mom has all the hacks.
University of Illinois receives new research funding
A huge federal grant given to the University of Illinois Urbana - Champaign could be a major game changer in treating cancers.
A huge federal grant given to the University of Illinois Urbana - Champaign could be a major game changer in treating cancers.
Tips to ease your child's back-to-school anxiety
Dr. Alexander Chevalier, director of pediatric psychology at Suncloud Health, provided advice for parents to help their students who might be anxious about heading back to school.
Dr. Alexander Chevalier, director of pediatric psychology at Suncloud Health, provided advice for parents to help their students who might be anxious about heading back to school.
Free rides for Chicago-area students on first day of school — what to know
Elementary and high school students in the Chicago area can ride for free on Metra, Pace, and the CTA on Monday, August 26.
Elementary and high school students in the Chicago area can ride for free on Metra, Pace, and the CTA on Monday, August 26.
Report: Mayor Johnson working to push out Chicago Public Schools CEO
Reports that Mayor Brandon Johnson is quietly interviewing candidates to replace Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez have sparked strong reactions from city officials.
Reports that Mayor Brandon Johnson is quietly interviewing candidates to replace Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez have sparked strong reactions from city officials.
Aldermen react to reports of Chicago mayor pushing CPS CEO out: 'Not a good idea'
Reports that Mayor Brandon Johnson is quietly interviewing candidates to replace Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez have sparked strong reactions from city officials.
Reports that Mayor Brandon Johnson is quietly interviewing candidates to replace Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez have sparked strong reactions from city officials.
CTU targets 'predatory loans' in fight for 9 percent raises, school support staff increases
The Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) is pushing for annual 9 percent raises, additional school support staff and other concessions from Chicago Public Schools (CPS). The union has also proposed a plan to fund these demands.
The Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) is pushing for annual 9 percent raises, additional school support staff and other concessions from Chicago Public Schools (CPS). The union has also proposed a plan to fund these demands.
'I was shocked': Plainfield North senior earns perfect ACT score
What makes it even more incredible is Anushka Menon did it while taking the college entrance exam on her first try.
What makes it even more incredible is Anushka Menon did it while taking the college entrance exam on her first try.
Preparing children for back-to-school vaccinations
As kids head back to school, they will need to get their mandatory vaccines -- and it can be scary to some.
As kids head back to school, they will need to get their mandatory vaccines -- and it can be scary to some.