Pierogi Fest kicks off in Whiting with food, music and fun
It is opening day of Pierogi Fest in Whiting, Indiana, featuring plenty of pierogies, entertainment and family-friendly activities.
It is opening day of Pierogi Fest in Whiting, Indiana, featuring plenty of pierogies, entertainment and family-friendly activities.
Why red-winged blackbirds keep dive-bombing people across Chicagoland
A Chicago Botanic Garden expert explains why red-winged blackbirds are swooping at people during nesting season and shares tips to avoid getting targeted.
A Chicago Botanic Garden expert explains why red-winged blackbirds are swooping at people during nesting season and shares tips to avoid getting targeted.
WNBA All-Star Weekend is taking over Chicago: Here's what fans can expect
All stars are in town, and Chicago is ready for a weekend of excitement. Play Like a Girl founder Rushia Brown and WNBA Partnership Director Erica Smith join Good Day Chicago to highlight events, programs, and ways fans can get involved in celebrating women's basketball.
All stars are in town, and Chicago is ready for a weekend of excitement. Play Like a Girl founder Rushia Brown and WNBA Partnership Director Erica Smith join Good Day Chicago to highlight events, programs, and ways fans can get involved in celebrating women's basketball.
Dunkin' brings the fun with Summer Bash ahead of Savannah Bananas, Chicago Firefighters matchup
Fans of the Chicago Firefighters and Savannah Bananas got a taste of the excitement ahead of this weekend's Wrigley Field games. FOX Chicago's Gabriella Premus takes us inside the fun.
Fans of the Chicago Firefighters and Savannah Bananas got a taste of the excitement ahead of this weekend's Wrigley Field games. FOX Chicago's Gabriella Premus takes us inside the fun.
What's new on the White Sox menu? A sneak peek at Rate Field's latest food additions
The White Sox are adding new food options at Rate Field for the second half of the season. Chief Revenue and Marketing Officer Brooks Boyer gives us a look at the latest additions to the menu.
The White Sox are adding new food options at Rate Field for the second half of the season. Chief Revenue and Marketing Officer Brooks Boyer gives us a look at the latest additions to the menu.
Why Naperville parents are the most stressed in Illinois, new study finds
A new study found that some of the most stressed parents in Illinois are right here in Naperville. FOX Chicago’s Liz Dueweke explains why.
A new study found that some of the most stressed parents in Illinois are right here in Naperville. FOX Chicago’s Liz Dueweke explains why.
Paul de Gelder talks journey from shark attack survivor to 'Shark Week' host
Paul de Gelder joins Good Day Chicago to preview Discovery Channel’s Shark Week ahead of its kickoff this Sunday.
Paul de Gelder joins Good Day Chicago to preview Discovery Channel’s Shark Week ahead of its kickoff this Sunday.
Summer dibs: Are Cook County picnic areas first come, first served? What to know
Many people assume Chicago area picnic sites are first come, first served, but a recent investigation found that permit holders actually have priority. Tracy Bishop of the Forest Preserves of Cook County explains how the reservation system works.
Many people assume Chicago area picnic sites are first come, first served, but a recent investigation found that permit holders actually have priority. Tracy Bishop of the Forest Preserves of Cook County explains how the reservation system works.
CPS disciplines 700+ workers for misconduct over a year
A WTTW analysis of Chicago Public Schools records shows that hundreds of district employees have been accused of misconduct. Jared Rutecki, investigative reporter at WTTW, joins Good Day Chicago to discuss the findings.
A WTTW analysis of Chicago Public Schools records shows that hundreds of district employees have been accused of misconduct. Jared Rutecki, investigative reporter at WTTW, joins Good Day Chicago to discuss the findings.
Goose Island unveils new flavors for its Bourbon County Stout lineup
New flavors are joining Goose Island's Bourbon County Stout lineup, including Apple Crisp. Goose Island President Todd Ahsmann joins Good Day Chicago to talk about the new releases.
New flavors are joining Goose Island's Bourbon County Stout lineup, including Apple Crisp. Goose Island President Todd Ahsmann joins Good Day Chicago to talk about the new releases.
Wrigley Field becomes MLB's first designated autism center
Wrigley Field is now MLB's first designated autism center, with a sensory room, service animal support, and other features. Jessica Nugent, director of Cubs Guest Experience, joins Good Day Chicago to discuss how the ballpark is creating a more inclusive experience for fans.
Wrigley Field is now MLB's first designated autism center, with a sensory room, service animal support, and other features. Jessica Nugent, director of Cubs Guest Experience, joins Good Day Chicago to discuss how the ballpark is creating a more inclusive experience for fans.
Lollapalooza brings big names in music, road closures to Chicago
Lollapalooza is Chicago's biggest music festival, bringing famous names to Grant Park but also several road closures around the area. FOX Chicago's Gabriella Premus breaks down the road closures and the headliners.
Lollapalooza is Chicago's biggest music festival, bringing famous names to Grant Park but also several road closures around the area. FOX Chicago's Gabriella Premus breaks down the road closures and the headliners.
New Illinois guidelines for how schools should navigate AI written by AI
Illinois State Board of Education put together new guidelines for how schools should navigate AI use amid concerns of students using AI to do school work. Illinois Policy Director Bill Curtin from nonprofit Teach Plus joins Good Day Chicago to talk about the guidelines and how AI was used to develop them.
Illinois State Board of Education put together new guidelines for how schools should navigate AI use amid concerns of students using AI to do school work. Illinois Policy Director Bill Curtin from nonprofit Teach Plus joins Good Day Chicago to talk about the guidelines and how AI was used to develop them.
Beluga whales from closed Canadian theme park find new home at Chicago's Shedd Aquarium
Shedd Aquarium is welcoming four belugas whales from a closed Canadian theme park. FOX Chicago's Brittany Toolis gives the latest details on their journey to Chicago.
Shedd Aquarium is welcoming four belugas whales from a closed Canadian theme park. FOX Chicago's Brittany Toolis gives the latest details on their journey to Chicago.
TMZ: New video released from Nolan Wells' disappearance, D4vd murder trial begins
A new video has been released from the day teenager Nolan Wells disappeared, and the preliminary hearing for singer D4vd's murder case begins. TMZ's Michael Babcock breaks down the latest in both cases.
A new video has been released from the day teenager Nolan Wells disappeared, and the preliminary hearing for singer D4vd's murder case begins. TMZ's Michael Babcock breaks down the latest in both cases.
Report finds high levels of hazardous air from wildfire smoke inside Chicago apartments
A recent report found that the air quality inside apartments was just as hazardous as outside due to wildfire smoke. Melissa Bernardo from Alertify breaks down the data and what you can do to protect your home from outside smoke.
A recent report found that the air quality inside apartments was just as hazardous as outside due to wildfire smoke. Melissa Bernardo from Alertify breaks down the data and what you can do to protect your home from outside smoke.
Chicago high school is emptiest big-city school in the nation
Frederick Douglass Academy was built to serve a thousand students, but only 27 students are enrolled. Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center Austin Berg breaks down the finances of keeping the school open and the consequences.
Frederick Douglass Academy was built to serve a thousand students, but only 27 students are enrolled. Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center Austin Berg breaks down the finances of keeping the school open and the consequences.
McCook releases new renderings of proposed Bears stadium
Southwest suburban McCook pitched a proposed entertainment complex covering 150 acres that includes the Bears stadium. McCook Mayor Terry Carr joins Good Day Chicago to talk about the proposal and plans to fund it.
Southwest suburban McCook pitched a proposed entertainment complex covering 150 acres that includes the Bears stadium. McCook Mayor Terry Carr joins Good Day Chicago to talk about the proposal and plans to fund it.
Chicago leaders clash over competing renter protection plans
Chicago alderpeople agree renters need stronger protections, but competing proposals have created a divide over how those changes should be implemented.
Chicago alderpeople agree renters need stronger protections, but competing proposals have created a divide over how those changes should be implemented.
Can the US avoid all-out war with Iran? Congressman weighs in
Illinois Congressman Bill Foster discusses the latest U.S. strikes on Iran, the risk of a wider conflict, Iran's nuclear program, rising gas prices and whether a diplomatic solution is still possible.
Illinois Congressman Bill Foster discusses the latest U.S. strikes on Iran, the risk of a wider conflict, Iran's nuclear program, rising gas prices and whether a diplomatic solution is still possible.