New Right to Repair Act would make it easier for consumers to fix their own cars, tech
New legislation would make it easier for consumers to access the parts needed to repair their own technology and vehicles. CNET Principal Writer Katie Collins joins Good Day Chicago to discuss how the change could benefit consumers.
New legislation would make it easier for consumers to access the parts needed to repair their own technology and vehicles. CNET Principal Writer Katie Collins joins Good Day Chicago to discuss how the change could benefit consumers.
McHenry unveils new riverwalk mural: 'Hard to express how beautiful this is'
McHenry is celebrating America 250 with the unveiling of a new mural along their Riverwalk. FOX Chicago's Gabriella Premus reports live from the opening.
McHenry is celebrating America 250 with the unveiling of a new mural along their Riverwalk. FOX Chicago's Gabriella Premus reports live from the opening.
New blood test makes pancreatic cancer easier to detect
A new blood test detects pancreatic cancer in 65% of patients, up from 17% with the previous test. Northwestern Medicine Oncologist Dr. Akhil Chawla joins Good Day Chicago to discuss what it means for earlier detection.
A new blood test detects pancreatic cancer in 65% of patients, up from 17% with the previous test. Northwestern Medicine Oncologist Dr. Akhil Chawla joins Good Day Chicago to discuss what it means for earlier detection.
Your guide to exploring Illinois for America 250
As America 250 is only a few days away, the Illinois America 250 initiative is encouraging residents to explore the state's history. Gabrielle H. Lyon, chair of the Illinois America 250 Commission, joins Good Day Chicago to show how you can discover more of Illinois.
As America 250 is only a few days away, the Illinois America 250 initiative is encouraging residents to explore the state's history. Gabrielle H. Lyon, chair of the Illinois America 250 Commission, joins Good Day Chicago to show how you can discover more of Illinois.
Research suggests Illinois could save millions by cutting some women's prison sentences
New research suggests Illinois could save millions by shortening prison sentences for some women with little impact on violent crime. Colette Payne and Deanne Benos of the Women's Justice Institute discuss what these findings could mean for the criminal justice system.
New research suggests Illinois could save millions by shortening prison sentences for some women with little impact on violent crime. Colette Payne and Deanne Benos of the Women's Justice Institute discuss what these findings could mean for the criminal justice system.
Despite the heat, Chicago teens are still getting involved in nature
Teens in the After School Matters Design.Build.Grow.Eat. program are getting hands-on experience in gardening. Participants joined Good Day Chicago to discuss how the program helps build valuable skills.
Teens in the After School Matters Design.Build.Grow.Eat. program are getting hands-on experience in gardening. Participants joined Good Day Chicago to discuss how the program helps build valuable skills.
Inside the Cubs Scholars program's impact on Chicago high school students
The Cubs Scholars program is celebrating two major milestones: awarding $2 million in scholarships and welcoming its 100th scholar. Program representatives join Good Day Chicago to discuss the impact it's making for Chicago students.
The Cubs Scholars program is celebrating two major milestones: awarding $2 million in scholarships and welcoming its 100th scholar. Program representatives join Good Day Chicago to discuss the impact it's making for Chicago students.
Breaking down the Supreme Court's ruling on birthright citizenship
Tuesday morning brought several major Supreme Court decisions, including a ruling against limits on birthright citizenship. Northwestern Law Professor Paul Gowder joins Good Day Chicago explain what the decision means.
Tuesday morning brought several major Supreme Court decisions, including a ruling against limits on birthright citizenship. Northwestern Law Professor Paul Gowder joins Good Day Chicago explain what the decision means.
Illinois' new e-bike, scooter rules: What to expect
New rules for e-bikes and e-scooters are coming to Illinois. Rob Cohen, an attorney with Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, explains what the changes mean and how they'll build on existing bicycle laws.
New rules for e-bikes and e-scooters are coming to Illinois. Rob Cohen, an attorney with Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, explains what the changes mean and how they'll build on existing bicycle laws.
Inside the $580M Woodlawn development that could transform the South Side
A $580 million development in Woodlawn is one step closer to breaking ground. J. Byron Brazier, lead developer of Woodlawn Central, joins Good Day Chicago to discuss the impact it could have on the South Side.
A $580 million development in Woodlawn is one step closer to breaking ground. J. Byron Brazier, lead developer of Woodlawn Central, joins Good Day Chicago to discuss the impact it could have on the South Side.
New fruit orchards coming to Chicago's West Side will provide food, help prevent flooding
The Garfield Park Community Orchards project is converting 10 vacant lots into community gardens designed to promote food access and less flooding. Project leaders join Good Day Chicago to discuss its impact on West Side residents.
The Garfield Park Community Orchards project is converting 10 vacant lots into community gardens designed to promote food access and less flooding. Project leaders join Good Day Chicago to discuss its impact on West Side residents.
'An amazing, unforgettable experience': Team Illinois excels at Special Olympics USA Games
Team Illinois returned home from the Special Olympics USA Games with plenty of medals to celebrate. Team members join Good Day Chicago to talk about their achievements and their experience at the Games.
Team Illinois returned home from the Special Olympics USA Games with plenty of medals to celebrate. Team members join Good Day Chicago to talk about their achievements and their experience at the Games.
The Taste of Chicago is still days away, but road closures start this week
Road closures for next week's Taste of Chicago begin this week. FOX Chicago's Anthony Ponce breaks down what to expect.
Road closures for next week's Taste of Chicago begin this week. FOX Chicago's Anthony Ponce breaks down what to expect.
Eyes to the skies, the Strawberry Moon peaks tonight!
Monday night marks the first full moon of the summer over the Chicago-area. Hunter Miller, public observing educator at the Adler Planetarium, explains why it's called the "Strawberry Moon."
Monday night marks the first full moon of the summer over the Chicago-area. Hunter Miller, public observing educator at the Adler Planetarium, explains why it's called the "Strawberry Moon."
Chicago budget task force proposes new taxes, fees
Chicago is facing a $1.15 billion budget deficit, and Mayor Brandon Johnson's new task force has proposed a plan to address it. Task force members join Good Day Chicago to discuss the group's goals and explain how the proposed taxes and fees are intended to help close the gap.
Chicago is facing a $1.15 billion budget deficit, and Mayor Brandon Johnson's new task force has proposed a plan to address it. Task force members join Good Day Chicago to discuss the group's goals and explain how the proposed taxes and fees are intended to help close the gap.
Strait of Hormuz reopens, but relief at the pump may take time
The Strait of Hormuz has reopened, but Chicago gas prices are still above the national average. GasBuddy's Head of Petroleum Analysis, Patrick De Haan, joins Good Day Chicago to explain why.
The Strait of Hormuz has reopened, but Chicago gas prices are still above the national average. GasBuddy's Head of Petroleum Analysis, Patrick De Haan, joins Good Day Chicago to explain why.
Breaking down the Trump administration cuts to Education Department oversight
The Trump Administration shifted special education and civil rights oversight enforcement from the Department of Education to two different agencies. Chalkbeat national editor Erica Meltzer breaks down the situation.
The Trump Administration shifted special education and civil rights oversight enforcement from the Department of Education to two different agencies. Chalkbeat national editor Erica Meltzer breaks down the situation.
Chicago ordinance targets airbag theft after over 2,000 stolen this year
Has your airbag been stolen or sold on the black market? Ald. Gilbert Villegas (36th) joins Good Day Chicago to explain an ordinance that aims to prevent that from happening.
Has your airbag been stolen or sold on the black market? Ald. Gilbert Villegas (36th) joins Good Day Chicago to explain an ordinance that aims to prevent that from happening.
Popular Chicago skate park cleaned up to provide space for kids
Chicago skateboarders joined together this weekend to help clean up the popular Logan Square Skate Park.
Chicago skateboarders joined together this weekend to help clean up the popular Logan Square Skate Park.
Obama Presidential Center: Rep. La Shawn K. Ford thinks it is a 'way to uplift all of Chicago'
With the Obama Presidential Center grand opening underway, we hear from Rep. La Shawn K. Ford on what this means for Chicago.
With the Obama Presidential Center grand opening underway, we hear from Rep. La Shawn K. Ford on what this means for Chicago.