Block Club Chicago: Live music at Nicky's in Beverly, Wicker Park restaurant owner retiring
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Shamus Toomey from Block Club Chicago joined Good Day Chicago to fill us in on trending neighborhood news including the future of live music at Nicky's in Beverly and the owner of an iconic Wicker Park restaurant retiring.

Danielle Fishel, 'Boy Meets World' star, reveals breast cancer diagnosis

Danielle Fishel, the beloved lead of the popular ‘90s sitcom “Boy Meets World,” revealed a shocking health update on their latest podcast episode.

Phil Donahue, TV icon, dead at 88

Phil Donahue, a journalist and former daytime TV talk-show host who ushered in a new era of television, died at the age of 88.

Celebrity hosts for each night of DNC announced
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Four celebrities are coming to Chicago to host a night of the DNC. Tony Goldwyn who played the president in the show Scandal will kick off Monday night

‘It Ends With Us’ film prompting conversations on domestic violence awareness

Critics of the “It Ends With Us" film and book say the story and press promotions have "romanticized" domestic violence. A leading advocate talked with us about the realities of domestic abuse.

Bronzeville The Musical heads to New York
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Entertainment lovers have one weekend left to see Bronzeville The Musical in Chicago before it heads to New York.

Blues Brothers Con returns to Old Joliet Prison
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Dan Aykroyd and Jim Belushi return to Old Joliet Prison for the second annual Blues Brothers Con Saturday, Aug. 17.

Tom Brady reveals inspiring advice he gave 12-year-old in surprise Make-A-Wish meeting at Fanatics Fest

Fans of all ages are trying to meet their sports heroes at Fanatics Fest in New York City this weekend, but 12-year-old Chris Sanchez had a special surprise waiting for him on Friday morning. 

Bloomington teacher wins White Sox National Anthem Contest
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The White Sox have announced the winner of their 2024 National Anthem Content. Bloomington teacher Destinee Feliciano beat out the competition during the final round auditions at Guaranteed Rate Field.

Fandom takes flight this weekend at Fan Expo Chicago
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Thousands of people are heading to the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont for Fan Expo Chicago happening this weekend.

Navy Pier to host first-ever 'Lakefront Games' next month

The event will feature obstacle courses, ax throwing, bull riding, classic arcade and video racing games, and more.

Gary Air Show set for this weekend
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The Blues Brothers are returning to the old Joliet prison this weekend. The second Blues Brothers Con was actually postponed last year due to the strikes in Hollywood.

Matthew Perry overdose death: Two doctors, 'Ketamine Queen' among 5 charged

According to investigators, two doctors were initially sourcing Matthew Perry with a supply of ketamine, but when the drugs became too expensive, he turned to others, including a woman known as the "Ketamine Queen of Los Angeles."