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.
Rolling Meadows students head back to school
School is in session for all 12,000 student across District 214. This year features 31 new teachers.
School is in session for all 12,000 student across District 214. This year features 31 new teachers.
Chicago teacher uses free program to build classroom library
Scholastic Classrooms Count helps educators get free books for their students through crowdfunding.
Scholastic Classrooms Count helps educators get free books for their students through crowdfunding.
Get class-room ready at the 10th Annual Back To School Block Party For Peace
It's time to head back to school here in Chicago! One special back-to-school block party is bringing the city together and helping advocate for more peace in the streets.
It's time to head back to school here in Chicago! One special back-to-school block party is bringing the city together and helping advocate for more peace in the streets.
How to spot warning signs of school bullying
Experts are sharing tips on how to recognize the warning signs of bullying at school.
Experts are sharing tips on how to recognize the warning signs of bullying at school.
Toy expert shares newest toys that encourage fun and learning
Elizabeth Werner, child lifestyle expert, spoke with FOX 32's Natalie Bomke about toys with educational features that help children to have fun while learning.
Elizabeth Werner, child lifestyle expert, spoke with FOX 32's Natalie Bomke about toys with educational features that help children to have fun while learning.