Gavers Community Cancer Foundation raises money with Barndance
The Gavers' Barndance in Woodstock has been raising money for cancer research for 23 years. Over the years the event has raised $9.1 million. It's coming up July 15.
The Gavers' Barndance in Woodstock has been raising money for cancer research for 23 years. Over the years the event has raised $9.1 million. It's coming up July 15.
'Where's Waldo' scavenger hunt kicks off in Antioch
Business owners in Antioch are coming together for to create a life-size version of Where's Waldo around the community.
Business owners in Antioch are coming together for to create a life-size version of Where's Waldo around the community.
La Grange Craft Show returns for 49th year next weekend
A thriving suburban arts and craft fair is back for it's 49th year. Downtown La Grange will house over 175 vendors next weekend Saturday and Sunday, July 15 and 16. The artists create and curate on trend art work from jewelry to prints.
A thriving suburban arts and craft fair is back for it's 49th year. Downtown La Grange will house over 175 vendors next weekend Saturday and Sunday, July 15 and 16. The artists create and curate on trend art work from jewelry to prints.
22nd Annual Hyacinth Block Party underway
A neighborhood tradition has grown by the hundreds in the past two decades. The Hyacinth Block Party on the Northwest Side runs from 12 - 10 p.m. There are dozens of events for the whole family.
A neighborhood tradition has grown by the hundreds in the past two decades. The Hyacinth Block Party on the Northwest Side runs from 12 - 10 p.m. There are dozens of events for the whole family.
New Illinois law requires adults in schools to report sexual abuse
Sexual abuse goes heavily unreported due to the sensitive nature of the topic. Faith's Law now requires adults that work in schools to report any evidence of sexual misconduct. Educators undergo training to know what to look for such as grooming tactics. Data shows that 1 in 10 children will be sexually abused by an educator or staff member.
Sexual abuse goes heavily unreported due to the sensitive nature of the topic. Faith's Law now requires adults that work in schools to report any evidence of sexual misconduct. Educators undergo training to know what to look for such as grooming tactics. Data shows that 1 in 10 children will be sexually abused by an educator or staff member.
Hinsdale Humane Society hosts golf outing to help animals in need
The Hinsdale Humane Society takes in animals that are in need, whether thy are strays, surrenders or they're transferred from other shelters. The shelter also acts as an educational tool for the community. They are hosting a golf outing fundraiser on Monday, Aug. 7.
The Hinsdale Humane Society takes in animals that are in need, whether thy are strays, surrenders or they're transferred from other shelters. The shelter also acts as an educational tool for the community. They are hosting a golf outing fundraiser on Monday, Aug. 7.
Humboldt Park community prayer walk aims to spread kindness
Four blocks in Humboldt Park are coming together for a community prayer walk Saturday. The area block clubs and church communities aim to take back their neighborhood. They hope to spread love, kindness and faith.
Four blocks in Humboldt Park are coming together for a community prayer walk Saturday. The area block clubs and church communities aim to take back their neighborhood. They hope to spread love, kindness and faith.
Chicago Prowl Quadball team takes on Minneapolis Saturday
Chicago's Quadball team takes on their division rival the Minneapolis Monarchs at Montrose turf field Saturday at 3 p.m. Quadball is based on the sport from the Harry Potter series Quidditch. It took real life form in 2005 when college students began organizing matches.
Chicago's Quadball team takes on their division rival the Minneapolis Monarchs at Montrose turf field Saturday at 3 p.m. Quadball is based on the sport from the Harry Potter series Quidditch. It took real life form in 2005 when college students began organizing matches.
Roscoe Village Burger Fest returns this weekend
The event is back for it's 16th year of delicious burgers. It will run Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. In addition to Beyond patties and sides, visitors can also see two stages of eclectic music, activities for the kids, and check out artists/merchants.
The event is back for it's 16th year of delicious burgers. It will run Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. In addition to Beyond patties and sides, visitors can also see two stages of eclectic music, activities for the kids, and check out artists/merchants.
Square Roots Festival returns to Lincoln Square with food, music, fundraising
The 11th Annual Square Roots Festival is back all weekend long on Lincoln Avenue between Montrose and Wilson. The event raises money for the community and the Old Town School of Folk Music.
The 11th Annual Square Roots Festival is back all weekend long on Lincoln Avenue between Montrose and Wilson. The event raises money for the community and the Old Town School of Folk Music.
Time to study up on rugby terms because the Major League Rugby Championship is being held in Bridgeview Saturday
It's a sure thing that a "scrum" will break out on the "pitch" Saturday at Seat Geek Stadium. Let's just hope there isn't a need for a "blood replacement". Tim McGill talked rugby terms with members of the Chicago Hounds rugby team on Good Day Chicago.
It's a sure thing that a "scrum" will break out on the "pitch" Saturday at Seat Geek Stadium. Let's just hope there isn't a need for a "blood replacement". Tim McGill talked rugby terms with members of the Chicago Hounds rugby team on Good Day Chicago.
Urban Grower Collective provides fresh, affordable food for Chicagoans
Urban Growers Collective has been providing food and equity to Chicago resident for the past five years now. Director of Farms Malcom Evans says the non-profit's mission is to bring affordable fresh foods to neighborhood that have shortages.
Urban Growers Collective has been providing food and equity to Chicago resident for the past five years now. Director of Farms Malcom Evans says the non-profit's mission is to bring affordable fresh foods to neighborhood that have shortages.
Student loan repayments set to resume soon
Student loan repayment will begin again after a three year hiatus. Many we hopeful that some of their debt would be canceled, but the Biden administration's plan was struck down. Finance professor Dan Roccato has some tips for when payment resumes at the end of this summer.
Student loan repayment will begin again after a three year hiatus. Many we hopeful that some of their debt would be canceled, but the Biden administration's plan was struck down. Finance professor Dan Roccato has some tips for when payment resumes at the end of this summer.
Social media showdown: Threads, Twitter square off for divided audience
Professor Brian Uzzi from Northwestern's Kellogg School of Management weighs in on the battle between Twitter and Threads for the next prominent social media messaging app.
Professor Brian Uzzi from Northwestern's Kellogg School of Management weighs in on the battle between Twitter and Threads for the next prominent social media messaging app.
Comments from Keke Palmer's boyfriend rile up intense debates on social media
Good Day Chicago weighs in over the Keke Palmer debate making the rounds on social media.
Good Day Chicago weighs in over the Keke Palmer debate making the rounds on social media.
The sunflower maze at Von Bergen's Country Market starts Saturday
Von Bergen's Country Market will be especially buzzing this weekend when they open their sunflower maze. Tim McGill headed out to the country to find out more about it for Good Day Chicago.
Von Bergen's Country Market will be especially buzzing this weekend when they open their sunflower maze. Tim McGill headed out to the country to find out more about it for Good Day Chicago.
Esmé marries art and dining while supporting artists
Esmé Chef Jenner Tomaska joins Good Day Chicago to show how the Lincoln Park Michelin Star restaurant spotlights local artists through their cuisine.
Esmé Chef Jenner Tomaska joins Good Day Chicago to show how the Lincoln Park Michelin Star restaurant spotlights local artists through their cuisine.
New book inspires people to glow from the inside out
Dr. Stacie Stephenson shares lessons from her new book "Glow: 90 Days to Create Your Vibrant Life from Within."
Dr. Stacie Stephenson shares lessons from her new book "Glow: 90 Days to Create Your Vibrant Life from Within."
Andy Warhol had more than just 15 minutes of fame
The works of "The King of Pop Art" are on display at The Mac on the College Of DuPage campus. There are over 200 original works and photographs available to peruse. Tim McGill explored the expansive exhibit for Good Day Chicago.
The works of "The King of Pop Art" are on display at The Mac on the College Of DuPage campus. There are over 200 original works and photographs available to peruse. Tim McGill explored the expansive exhibit for Good Day Chicago.
Fashion trends to look out for while shopping this season
Are you wondering what's fashionable this season? The owner of Winifred Grace Boutique on Chicago's North Side says her shop styles customers with timeless pieces to keep them in style all year round. Winifred Gundeck joined Good Day Chicago to share some tips and tricks.
Are you wondering what's fashionable this season? The owner of Winifred Grace Boutique on Chicago's North Side says her shop styles customers with timeless pieces to keep them in style all year round. Winifred Gundeck joined Good Day Chicago to share some tips and tricks.