Chicago Bears honor Matt DeMato for his community impact
The Bears recognize New Life Centers CEO Matt DeMato for serving thousands of Chicago families as he shares his journey, current community needs, and how viewers can support local change.
The Bears recognize New Life Centers CEO Matt DeMato for serving thousands of Chicago families as he shares his journey, current community needs, and how viewers can support local change.
Why gifting travel is taking off this holiday season
Travel pros Pamela Holt and Colleen Kelly share why trip-giving is booming, who it’s perfect for, and top destinations—from Wisconsin’s slopes to Orlando’s attractions—for unforgettable holiday surprises.
Travel pros Pamela Holt and Colleen Kelly share why trip-giving is booming, who it’s perfect for, and top destinations—from Wisconsin’s slopes to Orlando’s attractions—for unforgettable holiday surprises.
Teaching kids weather with food: meteorologist shows fun ‘edible weather’ experiments
Meteorologist Jason Frazer demonstrates how simple, food-based experiments can make weather science engaging for kids and spark early interest in STEM.
Meteorologist Jason Frazer demonstrates how simple, food-based experiments can make weather science engaging for kids and spark early interest in STEM.
How to avoid holiday weight gain: fitness expert shares simple tips
Body By Ivory Fitness CEO Ivory Lofton offers practical advice on staying healthy during the holidays—from smart eating and easy workouts to keeping weight gain in check without missing the fun.
Body By Ivory Fitness CEO Ivory Lofton offers practical advice on staying healthy during the holidays—from smart eating and easy workouts to keeping weight gain in check without missing the fun.
Send support and smiles to Olivia and other kids through the Lurie Children's Radiothon
Donations to the Lurie Children's Radiothon helps support and uplift children and families that are battling illness and disease.
Donations to the Lurie Children's Radiothon helps support and uplift children and families that are battling illness and disease.
Cook County cracks down on shoulder drivers with new helicopter enforcement
The sheriff’s office is using a high-tech helicopter initiative to spot and penalize drivers who misuse the emergency shoulder, aiming to keep expressways safer and traffic moving.
The sheriff’s office is using a high-tech helicopter initiative to spot and penalize drivers who misuse the emergency shoulder, aiming to keep expressways safer and traffic moving.
Chicago firefighters host spicy chili cook-off to support Ignite the Spirit fund
Chicago firefighters are heating up the holiday season with a chili cook-off fundraiser to support the Ignite the Spirit charity, which helps local firefighters and their families in times of need.
Chicago firefighters are heating up the holiday season with a chili cook-off fundraiser to support the Ignite the Spirit charity, which helps local firefighters and their families in times of need.
Lurie Children’s Radiothon: How your support helps kids like Ellie
Thirteen-year-old Ellie O’Keefe and Dr. Ewa Bieber share how donations to the Lurie Children’s Radiothon fund vital care, therapy, and programs that transform the lives of young patients.
Thirteen-year-old Ellie O’Keefe and Dr. Ewa Bieber share how donations to the Lurie Children’s Radiothon fund vital care, therapy, and programs that transform the lives of young patients.
Carmel Catholic students launch big toy drive to give back all year long
Students at Carmel Catholic High School are leading a major toy drive, spreading holiday generosity throughout the entire year.
Students at Carmel Catholic High School are leading a major toy drive, spreading holiday generosity throughout the entire year.
Inside Hyde Park School of Dance's magical preview of 'The Nutcracker'
FOX 32’s Gabriella Premus takes us behind the scenes for a look at the Hyde Park School of Dance's enchanting new production of "The Nutcracker."
FOX 32’s Gabriella Premus takes us behind the scenes for a look at the Hyde Park School of Dance's enchanting new production of "The Nutcracker."
How to survive holiday parenting pressure with family watching
TEDx speaker Rachael Fritz shares practical, compassionate strategies to stay grounded, avoid the comparison trap, and help your kids thrive during high-pressure holiday gatherings.
TEDx speaker Rachael Fritz shares practical, compassionate strategies to stay grounded, avoid the comparison trap, and help your kids thrive during high-pressure holiday gatherings.
Inside the Lurie Children’s Radiothon making a difference
Bioncé Foxx and Josh Klinger share how the annual fundraiser fuels lifesaving programs at Lurie Children’s and how Chicagoans can support patients and families all year long.
Bioncé Foxx and Josh Klinger share how the annual fundraiser fuels lifesaving programs at Lurie Children’s and how Chicagoans can support patients and families all year long.
Hinsdale Humane Society puts on candlelight concert to help animals in need
The Hinsdale Humane Society is hosting a candlelit musical fundraiser, featuring live performances and adoptable pets, to support animal care and adoption efforts.
The Hinsdale Humane Society is hosting a candlelit musical fundraiser, featuring live performances and adoptable pets, to support animal care and adoption efforts.
Chicago winter bucket list: Rooftop curling, river hot tubs, and hidden speakeasies
Secret Chicago’s Tori shares the city’s top winter experiences—from rooftop curling and hot-tub river cruises to the Mile High speakeasy and festive pop-up bars.
Secret Chicago’s Tori shares the city’s top winter experiences—from rooftop curling and hot-tub river cruises to the Mile High speakeasy and festive pop-up bars.
Portillo's offers craveable catering for your next big event
With the playoffs around the corner for the NFL and college football just around the corner, Portillo's, Chicago's own famous eatery, can be your next catering choice.
With the playoffs around the corner for the NFL and college football just around the corner, Portillo's, Chicago's own famous eatery, can be your next catering choice.
Donut decorating with Stan's donuts!
You may be familiar with decorating cookies for the holidays, but Stan's Donuts in Chicago shows us how to make holiday themed donuts.
You may be familiar with decorating cookies for the holidays, but Stan's Donuts in Chicago shows us how to make holiday themed donuts.
How to shop healthy at your local grocery store, according to an expert
A registered dietician visited Good Day Chicago to give some tips about how to shop healthy the next time you go to the grocery store.
A registered dietician visited Good Day Chicago to give some tips about how to shop healthy the next time you go to the grocery store.
Berwyn is Elfing Around the Depot for its annual holiday pub crawl
Put on your elf costume for Berwyn's Elfing Around The Depot holiday pub crawl.
Put on your elf costume for Berwyn's Elfing Around The Depot holiday pub crawl.
La Grange kicks off hometown holiday celebration this weekend!
Suburban La Grange kicks off its annual hometown holiday celebration this weekend with plenty of decorations, shopping and even a visit from the big man himself!
Suburban La Grange kicks off its annual hometown holiday celebration this weekend with plenty of decorations, shopping and even a visit from the big man himself!
Thanksgiving centerpieces with 'A Pretty Flower'
Juli Tkalec, the owner of 'A Pretty Flower,' stopped by Good Day Chicago on Nov. 12, 2025, ahead of the holidays.
Juli Tkalec, the owner of 'A Pretty Flower,' stopped by Good Day Chicago on Nov. 12, 2025, ahead of the holidays.