Fawn Weaver becomes first Black woman to lead major alcohol brand
Jack Daniels Tennessee Whiskey revealed to the public in 2016 that an enslaved man was its first master distiller. Fawn Weaver co-founded Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey in the name of the man who started it all, Nearest Green.
Jack Daniels Tennessee Whiskey revealed to the public in 2016 that an enslaved man was its first master distiller. Fawn Weaver co-founded Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey in the name of the man who started it all, Nearest Green.
Renowned Chicago restaurants, Sepia and Proxi, celebrate milestones this week
Two local restaurants are celebrating big milestones this week. Michelin-starred restaurants Sepia is having their 17th anniversary this week and Proxi is celebrating their 7th anniversary. They will be having specials all week long to celebrate.
Two local restaurants are celebrating big milestones this week. Michelin-starred restaurants Sepia is having their 17th anniversary this week and Proxi is celebrating their 7th anniversary. They will be having specials all week long to celebrate.
Bon Vivant Cakes offers summer workshops, baking camps
Bon Vivant Cakes in Albany Park is now offering a two-day backing camp for teenagers. The shop's expert baking instructors have been sharing their expertise since pivoting from a customer-order shop to showing cake lovers how to recreate their masterpieces.
Bon Vivant Cakes in Albany Park is now offering a two-day backing camp for teenagers. The shop's expert baking instructors have been sharing their expertise since pivoting from a customer-order shop to showing cake lovers how to recreate their masterpieces.
36th annual Ghanafest returns to Washington Park this month
Chicago's Ghanafest is the largest display of Ghanaian culture in the Midwest. The event has brought food, fashion, art, music and dancing to Chicgao since 1988. Mark your calendars for July 27.
Chicago's Ghanafest is the largest display of Ghanaian culture in the Midwest. The event has brought food, fashion, art, music and dancing to Chicgao since 1988. Mark your calendars for July 27.
Miche Fest returns to Chicago for its 6th year
Chicago's Latino Festival is headed to Oakwood Beach for its 6th year on July 13 and July 14.
Chicago's Latino Festival is headed to Oakwood Beach for its 6th year on July 13 and July 14.
Roscoe Village Burger Fest returns next weekend
If you're looking to try some good burgers next weekend, you can find plenty at the Roscoe Village Burger Fest!
If you're looking to try some good burgers next weekend, you can find plenty at the Roscoe Village Burger Fest!
Saturday is National Rock Day
Celebrate National Rock Day with us this morning!
Celebrate National Rock Day with us this morning!
Hispanic Adventures coloring book brings culture to life
The author of Hispanic Adventures joined Good Day Chicago Saturday morning to discuss her best-selling book.
The author of Hispanic Adventures joined Good Day Chicago Saturday morning to discuss her best-selling book.
The Tamale Spaceship dishes out unforgettable Mexican street food all across Chicago
Manny Hernandez from The Tamale Spaceship talks about some of their amazing food and catering services they offer across the city.
Manny Hernandez from The Tamale Spaceship talks about some of their amazing food and catering services they offer across the city.
BBQ, beer and country music take centerstage at Windy City Smokeout
Chicago is going country this weekend in honor of the Windy City Smokeout. The best barbeque, music and beer the city has to offer will be at this weekend's festival.
Chicago is going country this weekend in honor of the Windy City Smokeout. The best barbeque, music and beer the city has to offer will be at this weekend's festival.
The Happiness Club brings pure elation to annual benefit show at Park West
The Happiness Club is a free performing arts education program for Chicago kids ages 8-to 18. This Sunday is their annual benefit at the Park West, and they join us on the plaza for a preview.
The Happiness Club is a free performing arts education program for Chicago kids ages 8-to 18. This Sunday is their annual benefit at the Park West, and they join us on the plaza for a preview.
Square Roots Festival brings music, food and joy to Lincoln Square
The Square Roots Fest is taking over Lincoln Square this weekend! There are over a dozen performers, craft breweries and restaurants posted up to the delight of festival-goers.
The Square Roots Fest is taking over Lincoln Square this weekend! There are over a dozen performers, craft breweries and restaurants posted up to the delight of festival-goers.
NASA releases stunning new image from the James Webb Space Telescope
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope is the world?s largest and most powerful space telescope. Today marks the second anniversary of Webb?s science operations. What better way to celebrate than with a new stellar image of the universe.
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope is the world?s largest and most powerful space telescope. Today marks the second anniversary of Webb?s science operations. What better way to celebrate than with a new stellar image of the universe.
Schaumburg Fire Department helps make young girl's wish come true
The Schaumburg Fire Department worked overtime Friday to make sure the wish of a young girl came true.
The Schaumburg Fire Department worked overtime Friday to make sure the wish of a young girl came true.
School pageantry and pride on full display for the BTN Big 10K
The Big ten network is getting ready to host its 13th Big 10K Race this weekend. Dave Revsine, lead studio host with the Big Ten Network joins GDC with more information on the amazing event.
The Big ten network is getting ready to host its 13th Big 10K Race this weekend. Dave Revsine, lead studio host with the Big Ten Network joins GDC with more information on the amazing event.
Logan Square's Bungalow by Middle Brow lands national recognition
Pete Ternes from Bungalow by Middle Brow talks about landing on The New York Times list of the Best Pizza Places in the United States.
Pete Ternes from Bungalow by Middle Brow talks about landing on The New York Times list of the Best Pizza Places in the United States.
Get your kicks for Route 66's 100th anniversary
Route 66 is turning 100 years old and Choose Chicago is pulling out all the stops to celebrate the iconic roadways centennial.
Route 66 is turning 100 years old and Choose Chicago is pulling out all the stops to celebrate the iconic roadways centennial.
Phil Ponce's top 5 spots in Chicago for outdoor fun
Phil Ponce, father of FOX 32's Anthony Ponce, dishes on his favorite spots across Chicago for outdoor recreation and fun.
Phil Ponce, father of FOX 32's Anthony Ponce, dishes on his favorite spots across Chicago for outdoor recreation and fun.
Pairing French cuisine with cocktails in honor of Bastille Day at Taureaux Tavern
Bastille Day is this Sunday and you don't have to go to France or be French to celebrate. You can get a taste of delicious French cuisine and spirits right here in Chicago.
Bastille Day is this Sunday and you don't have to go to France or be French to celebrate. You can get a taste of delicious French cuisine and spirits right here in Chicago.
Exelon Foundation STEM Academy inspires next generation of leaders
Despite nationwide initiatives, the gender gap in STEM careers is still startlingly high. Women only make up 28% of the STEM workforce. Exelon Foundation seeks to change that with its annual STEM Academy at UIC.
Despite nationwide initiatives, the gender gap in STEM careers is still startlingly high. Women only make up 28% of the STEM workforce. Exelon Foundation seeks to change that with its annual STEM Academy at UIC.