Swim Across America sets out to raise $300K for cancer research
Nearly 300 swimmers will hop into Lake Michigan this morning to raise money for cancer research. Swim Across America has been hosting this fundraiser in Chicago for 30 years. The organization hopes to raise $300,000 from this year's event.
Nearly 300 swimmers will hop into Lake Michigan this morning to raise money for cancer research. Swim Across America has been hosting this fundraiser in Chicago for 30 years. The organization hopes to raise $300,000 from this year's event.
DuPage County Animal Services sheds light on shelter crisis
DuPage County's sole public animal shelter and control agency is undergoing renovations to expand its operations. As they move forward with construction on the dog kennels, they're hoping to find all their pups forever homes.
DuPage County's sole public animal shelter and control agency is undergoing renovations to expand its operations. As they move forward with construction on the dog kennels, they're hoping to find all their pups forever homes.
Smoke & Irons Music Fest returns to Chicago suburbs next weekend
The music fest was created by Ignite the Courage, which provides resources to first responders.
The music fest was created by Ignite the Courage, which provides resources to first responders.
Stack up the fun at Disco Pancakes in Old Town
Cue the disco ball and jumpsuits! Disco Pancakes in Old Town wants to get you in a groovy mood for breakfast and beyond.
Cue the disco ball and jumpsuits! Disco Pancakes in Old Town wants to get you in a groovy mood for breakfast and beyond.
Aurelio's Pizza celebrates 65 years in Illinois
In 1959 the first Aurelio's Pizza in Homewood, Illinois opened its doors. 65 years later, they are still serving some of the city's favorite pizza with 37 locations across five states.
In 1959 the first Aurelio's Pizza in Homewood, Illinois opened its doors. 65 years later, they are still serving some of the city's favorite pizza with 37 locations across five states.
Local doctor weighs in on health risks during Lollapalooza
Dr. Nina Alfieri discusses ways to keep you and your friends safe during Lollapalooza.
Dr. Nina Alfieri discusses ways to keep you and your friends safe during Lollapalooza.
Chicago is the perfect place to celebrate National Farmers Market Week
Charlotte Sechrist, manager of the Wicker Park Farmer's Market, talks about some of their amazing offerings in honor of National Farmers Market Week.
Charlotte Sechrist, manager of the Wicker Park Farmer's Market, talks about some of their amazing offerings in honor of National Farmers Market Week.
Guide to making your own Pi?a co-Lolla
Pito Rodriguez with Bacardi Rum breaks down how to make a special drink in honor of Lollapalooza.
Pito Rodriguez with Bacardi Rum breaks down how to make a special drink in honor of Lollapalooza.
After School Matters offers wide slate of fun and free programming
A local nonprofit is helping teens step into the spotlight, literally. After School Matters provides free after school and summer programs for teens, and the musical theater experience is truly something special.
A local nonprofit is helping teens step into the spotlight, literally. After School Matters provides free after school and summer programs for teens, and the musical theater experience is truly something special.
Local baseball team heads to the Junior League World Series
Coming off back-to-back regional wins, the District 10 All-Stars are headed to the Junior League World Series!
Coming off back-to-back regional wins, the District 10 All-Stars are headed to the Junior League World Series!
'Take Back the Block' initiative spreads through Chicago neighborhoods
A new summer program aims to cut violence and boost communities all over the city, one block at a time. Garien Gatewood, the deputy mayor of community safety, joins GDC to talk about the Take Back the Block initiative.
A new summer program aims to cut violence and boost communities all over the city, one block at a time. Garien Gatewood, the deputy mayor of community safety, joins GDC to talk about the Take Back the Block initiative.
Lombard celebrates 100 Years of Little Orphan Annie with centennial bash
In Lombard this weekend, they are celebrating a big Annie-versary: 100 years of Little Orphan Annie.
In Lombard this weekend, they are celebrating a big Annie-versary: 100 years of Little Orphan Annie.
Local pro-softball player discusses growth of women in sports
A professional softball league in Rosemont is seeing massive growth this year.
A professional softball league in Rosemont is seeing massive growth this year.
Common Pantry celebrates one year in new home
A local food pantry is celebrating its first anniversary in its new home on North Lincoln. Gabriella Premus reports live from Common Pantry with more on their mission.
A local food pantry is celebrating its first anniversary in its new home on North Lincoln. Gabriella Premus reports live from Common Pantry with more on their mission.
Fun Olympics-inspired activities to help your kids beat the dreaded 'summer slide'
Jennifer Jeffery, center director of Mathnasium in Elmhurst, expains what the "summer slide" is and offers ideas for helping kids broaden their horizons before school starts.
Jennifer Jeffery, center director of Mathnasium in Elmhurst, expains what the "summer slide" is and offers ideas for helping kids broaden their horizons before school starts.
2024 Lollapalooza: Chicago doctor stresses importance of staying hydrated
Dr. Shikha Jain from UI Health said alcohol and pop will not keep you hydrated throughout the festival. You need to remember to drink water.
Dr. Shikha Jain from UI Health said alcohol and pop will not keep you hydrated throughout the festival. You need to remember to drink water.
Chicago Public Schools struggling with busing for students
CPS is considering changing school start times and introducing hub spots.
CPS is considering changing school start times and introducing hub spots.
Actor Cortez Smith talks about life outside 'The Chi'
Actor Cortez Smith talks about how "The Chi" is more than just a show for him, being a West Side native.
Actor Cortez Smith talks about how "The Chi" is more than just a show for him, being a West Side native.
Several upcoming adoption events with PAWS Chicago
PAWS stopped by with two very adorable pups, and talked to us about some upcoming events!
PAWS stopped by with two very adorable pups, and talked to us about some upcoming events!
Local strategist weighs in on DNC virtual roll call
Why is a virtual roll call happening? Strategist Peter Giangreco breaks down why a roll call is happening now instead of at the Democratic National Convention.
Why is a virtual roll call happening? Strategist Peter Giangreco breaks down why a roll call is happening now instead of at the Democratic National Convention.