First Chicago Poet Laureate Avery R. Young performs on Good Day Chicago
The Chicago Public Library is celebrating Poetry Month for all of April, culminating with the 25th anniversary of the library's Poetry Festival.
The Chicago Public Library is celebrating Poetry Month for all of April, culminating with the 25th anniversary of the library's Poetry Festival.
Lake Forest police, firefighters square off in burger battle for a good cause
Everyone loves a good burger and there's nothing better than enjoying delicious food and raising money for a good cause. Especially when it requires a battle between the Lake Forest Police and Fire departments. The Peanut Gallery restaurant in Lake Forest is doing just that.
Everyone loves a good burger and there's nothing better than enjoying delicious food and raising money for a good cause. Especially when it requires a battle between the Lake Forest Police and Fire departments. The Peanut Gallery restaurant in Lake Forest is doing just that.
Lambs Farm in Libertyville is a fantastic destination for families
The animals can't wait to meet you at Lambs Farm. It is one of several reasons to make it a place to visit. Their mission is to help people with developmental disabilities lead productive and happy lives. Tim McGill introduced us to one of the stars of their farm on Good Day Chicago.
The animals can't wait to meet you at Lambs Farm. It is one of several reasons to make it a place to visit. Their mission is to help people with developmental disabilities lead productive and happy lives. Tim McGill introduced us to one of the stars of their farm on Good Day Chicago.
YouTube stars Sam & Casey pen new children's book 'Why Do We Sing?'
Sam Tsui and Casey Breves talk about the inspiration behind their new children's book "Why Do We Sing?"
Sam Tsui and Casey Breves talk about the inspiration behind their new children's book "Why Do We Sing?"
Tips for teaching kids money skills for life
Consumer finance expert Andrea Woroch dishes out tips for helping you train your kids to manage money safely and productively.
Consumer finance expert Andrea Woroch dishes out tips for helping you train your kids to manage money safely and productively.
World-class collector Stuart Grannen moving Chicago shop to Texas
One-of-a-kind collector Stuart Grannen is packing up Chicago's famous Architectural Artifacts and moving to Texas to display his amazing inventory of unique gizmos and gadgets.
One-of-a-kind collector Stuart Grannen is packing up Chicago's famous Architectural Artifacts and moving to Texas to display his amazing inventory of unique gizmos and gadgets.
After School Matters hosts Sneaker Ball to benefit Chicago teens
After School Matters supports Chicago teenagers through free after-school programming. The nonprofit is putting on its annual sneaker ball on Saturday to raise money for the After School Matters Stipend Fund.
After School Matters supports Chicago teenagers through free after-school programming. The nonprofit is putting on its annual sneaker ball on Saturday to raise money for the After School Matters Stipend Fund.
Eclipse day is finally here!
The Adler Planetarium is the place to be for Monday's solar eclipse. Tim McGill talked with one of their astronomers about the big event for Good Day Chicago.
The Adler Planetarium is the place to be for Monday's solar eclipse. Tim McGill talked with one of their astronomers about the big event for Good Day Chicago.
Schaumburg store builds memories with LEGO
A special store in Schaumburg called Bricks & Minifigs lets your creativity run wild.
A special store in Schaumburg called Bricks & Minifigs lets your creativity run wild.
How to make your own solar eclipse viewer
Jessica Chavez, vice president of education at the Museum of Science and Industry, shows us how to make your own eclipse viewer.
Jessica Chavez, vice president of education at the Museum of Science and Industry, shows us how to make your own eclipse viewer.
Chicago student helps teens connect with senior citizens
In today's Good News Guarantee, an organization that started out as a way to combat loneliness for seniors during COVID has grown nationwide thanks to a Chicago teen.
In today's Good News Guarantee, an organization that started out as a way to combat loneliness for seniors during COVID has grown nationwide thanks to a Chicago teen.
Bronzeville The Musical showcases Chicago's rich history
The spotlight is shining on Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood and its significant history. Bronzeville The Musical is running at the Studebaker Theater through April 14. It tells the story of a father's love for his son and the legacy and courage of the Bronzeville community.
The spotlight is shining on Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood and its significant history. Bronzeville The Musical is running at the Studebaker Theater through April 14. It tells the story of a father's love for his son and the legacy and courage of the Bronzeville community.
National Beer Day recipes with Capri Cafaro
Don't feel like drinking on National Beer Day? Capri Cafaro, America The Bountiful host, shares beer-based food recipes to celebrate.
Don't feel like drinking on National Beer Day? Capri Cafaro, America The Bountiful host, shares beer-based food recipes to celebrate.
Adler Planetarium hosts Eclipse Encounter 2024
While people travel to Indianapolis and Carbondale, Illinois to see the solar eclipse in its path of totality, Chicagoans will still be in for a treat. Chicago will see 94% of the sun covered by the moon at 2:07 p.m. Monday. The eclipse starts in Chicago at 12:51 p.m. and ends at 3:22 p.m.
While people travel to Indianapolis and Carbondale, Illinois to see the solar eclipse in its path of totality, Chicagoans will still be in for a treat. Chicago will see 94% of the sun covered by the moon at 2:07 p.m. Monday. The eclipse starts in Chicago at 12:51 p.m. and ends at 3:22 p.m.
Nick Psyhogios, Chicago's own Piano Man, performs on Good Day
Chicago's own Piano Man Nick Psyhogios has been a musician in the city for over 50 years and he has a new album out called "It's Never Too Soon to Start Over," and he joined Good Day on Friday to perform.
Chicago's own Piano Man Nick Psyhogios has been a musician in the city for over 50 years and he has a new album out called "It's Never Too Soon to Start Over," and he joined Good Day on Friday to perform.
Comedian Tammy Pescatelli brings family humor to Chicago Improv
Comedian Tammy Pescatelli uses her experience at the helm of a big Italian family as material for her standup show and she's bringing it to the Chicago Improv this weekend.
Comedian Tammy Pescatelli uses her experience at the helm of a big Italian family as material for her standup show and she's bringing it to the Chicago Improv this weekend.
New documentary narrated by David Eigenberg captures story of Violins of Hope
Last year, JCC Chicago hosted the largest and most expansive Violins of Hope initiative since the project's inception in 2006. Over a period of six months, 200,000 community members were engaged through in-person exhibits, performances and programs featuring Holocaust-related string instruments. The initiative is now told through a new documentary narrated by actor David Eigenberg from Chicago Fire and Sex and the City.
Last year, JCC Chicago hosted the largest and most expansive Violins of Hope initiative since the project's inception in 2006. Over a period of six months, 200,000 community members were engaged through in-person exhibits, performances and programs featuring Holocaust-related string instruments. The initiative is now told through a new documentary narrated by actor David Eigenberg from Chicago Fire and Sex and the City.
How to dine out and not go broke
Nearly 70% of us feel guilty when the bill comes at the restaurant because of rising prices. Finance professor Dan Roccato joined Good Day Chicago on Friday with ways to enjoy your dinner out without blowing the budget.
Nearly 70% of us feel guilty when the bill comes at the restaurant because of rising prices. Finance professor Dan Roccato joined Good Day Chicago on Friday with ways to enjoy your dinner out without blowing the budget.
Total eclipse: Indiana declares state of emergency ahead of Monday's event
The state of Indiana has declared a state of emergency over Monday's solar eclipse and the anticipated hundreds of thousands of people expected to flock to the state. Indiana State Police Sgt. Glen Fifield joined Good Day Chicago on Friday with what they're expecting.
The state of Indiana has declared a state of emergency over Monday's solar eclipse and the anticipated hundreds of thousands of people expected to flock to the state. Indiana State Police Sgt. Glen Fifield joined Good Day Chicago on Friday with what they're expecting.
Youth Opportunities Fair at Hillcrest High School on Saturday
The event is free and will take place between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday.
The event is free and will take place between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday.