South Loop children's museum offers interactive exhibits for kids
The Play Street Museum South Loop is an interactive children?s museum & indoor play area designed to fuel imaginations.
The Play Street Museum South Loop is an interactive children?s museum & indoor play area designed to fuel imaginations.
Chicago firefighters give holiday gifts to kids sick in the hospital
Chicago first responders were helping make a difference at Saint Anthony Children's Hospital's toy drive.
Chicago first responders were helping make a difference at Saint Anthony Children's Hospital's toy drive.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago adds several new fish to underwater exhibit
There are plenty of fish in the sea at Brookfield Zoo Chicago with new fish added to their underwater exhibit.
There are plenty of fish in the sea at Brookfield Zoo Chicago with new fish added to their underwater exhibit.
How President-elect Trump's tariffs will affect small businesses
On the campaign trail, President-elect Donald Trump made imposing tariffs on foreign manufacturers a cornerstone of his economic plan.
On the campaign trail, President-elect Donald Trump made imposing tariffs on foreign manufacturers a cornerstone of his economic plan.
Tiffany Henyard warns Thornton Township could shut down and workers laid off
Thornton Township Supervisor Tiffany Henyard warned the township could shut down on Wednesday because it can?t renew its insurance.
Thornton Township Supervisor Tiffany Henyard warned the township could shut down on Wednesday because it can?t renew its insurance.
What was the motive in the Madison, Wisconsin school shooting?
Madison police said identifying the motive in the shooting at a Christian school this week is their top priority.
Madison police said identifying the motive in the shooting at a Christian school this week is their top priority.
Portable TV player, home cocktail maker among best tech gifts for holidays
You can always count on the gift of a gadget to bring holiday smiles. Consumer reporter Steve Noviello shared some of the best tech gift options.
You can always count on the gift of a gadget to bring holiday smiles. Consumer reporter Steve Noviello shared some of the best tech gift options.
Congress unveils bill to avert government shutdown, provide $100B in disaster aid
Congressional leaders are unveiling their plan to avoid a partial government shutdown by the Friday federal funding deadline.
Congressional leaders are unveiling their plan to avoid a partial government shutdown by the Friday federal funding deadline.
Return flight for 2 NASA astronauts stuck in space delayed again
Six months later, a one-week mission is getting even longer for two NASA astronauts stuck in space.
Six months later, a one-week mission is getting even longer for two NASA astronauts stuck in space.
As global conflict rises, so do use of private bomb shelters
Escalating global tensions are causing people to order their own private bomb shelters. But experts say it may not be necessary to start digging.
Escalating global tensions are causing people to order their own private bomb shelters. But experts say it may not be necessary to start digging.
Chicago thrift stores ready to provide affordable, stylish holiday fits
With the holiday season in full swing, you may be heading out to different parties with an outfit. But why bother breaking the bank when there are great finds at local thrift stores?
With the holiday season in full swing, you may be heading out to different parties with an outfit. But why bother breaking the bank when there are great finds at local thrift stores?
Chicago's Navy Pier has plenty of fun activities at 'Light Up the Lake'
Chicago's Navy Pier has fun activities all year round and for the holidays, they're lighting up the lake.
Chicago's Navy Pier has fun activities all year round and for the holidays, they're lighting up the lake.
Jazz legend Boney James to perform at Chicago's Thalia Hall
Jazz legend Boney James gave a preview of his upcoming performance at Chicago's Thalia Hall on Dec. 17.
Jazz legend Boney James gave a preview of his upcoming performance at Chicago's Thalia Hall on Dec. 17.
Iconic Wicker Park bookstore goes up for sale and other top stories from Block Club Chicago
Jen Sabella from Block Club Chicago joined Good Day Chicago to fill us in on trending neighborhood news.
Jen Sabella from Block Club Chicago joined Good Day Chicago to fill us in on trending neighborhood news.
Columbia College Chicago to cut 11 programs, lay off up to 25 faculty members
As Columbia College Chicago faces ongoing financial challenges, the school announced Monday it will cut 11 degree programs and lay off up to 25 full-time faculty members for the 2025-26 school year.
As Columbia College Chicago faces ongoing financial challenges, the school announced Monday it will cut 11 degree programs and lay off up to 25 full-time faculty members for the 2025-26 school year.
Wirecutter's great holiday gift ideas for under $50
As the holiday season is underway, Wirecutter has great ideas for gifts to get your loved ones for under $50.
As the holiday season is underway, Wirecutter has great ideas for gifts to get your loved ones for under $50.
The Gnome Colony Co. in Chicago's suburbs a unique place for holiday shopping
A specialty store in west suburban Glen Ellyn may be the perfect place to get that unique gift this holiday season.
A specialty store in west suburban Glen Ellyn may be the perfect place to get that unique gift this holiday season.
How to deal with grief during the holiday season
The holidays can bring a mix of emotions, especially for those dealing with grief. Here's how to navigate those emotions while trying to make happy memories.
The holidays can bring a mix of emotions, especially for those dealing with grief. Here's how to navigate those emotions while trying to make happy memories.
Chicago City Council expected to vote on 2025 budget after property tax hike nixed
The Chicago City Council is set to meet Monday afternoon and is expected to vote on the latest version of Mayor Brandon Johnson?s 2025 budget proposal.
The Chicago City Council is set to meet Monday afternoon and is expected to vote on the latest version of Mayor Brandon Johnson?s 2025 budget proposal.
Doctor explains what 'brain rot' is and how to avoid it
Gen Z really knows how to come up with new slang. You may have heard of "brain rot," but do you know what it means?
Gen Z really knows how to come up with new slang. You may have heard of "brain rot," but do you know what it means?