Heartwarming moment at Wrigley: Cubs gift Spring Training trip to young fans
There was a special surprise on Monday at Wrigley Field for some young baseball fans.
There was a special surprise on Monday at Wrigley Field for some young baseball fans.
Chernobyl’s mutant wolves developing resistance to cancer, study says
Wolves in Chernobyl’s radiation zone appear to have developed a resistance to cancer after being exposed to high levels of radiation in the wake of the nuclear disaster 35 years ago, according to a new study.
Wolves in Chernobyl’s radiation zone appear to have developed a resistance to cancer after being exposed to high levels of radiation in the wake of the nuclear disaster 35 years ago, according to a new study.
Tickled Pink partners with Twist Out Cancer for a good cause
A special fundraiser returns this year with an evening of delicious food from some of the city's best restaurants. It's the 16th annual Tickled Pink fundraiser and this year it's benefitting Twist Out Cancer which helps survivors, families, caregivers and more.
A special fundraiser returns this year with an evening of delicious food from some of the city's best restaurants. It's the 16th annual Tickled Pink fundraiser and this year it's benefitting Twist Out Cancer which helps survivors, families, caregivers and more.
'Tripping Billy Pizza' raises money for muscular dystrophy cure
When he was faced with a terminal diagnosis, a Chicago man cooked up an idea to reinvent himself for the benefit of others.
When he was faced with a terminal diagnosis, a Chicago man cooked up an idea to reinvent himself for the benefit of others.
'Tripping Billy Pizza' raises money for muscular dystrophy cure
A Chicago man facing a terminal diagnosis decided to take to the kitchen to cook up a cure. Billy Zureikat is partnering with local restaurants to sell his unique Tripping Billy Pizza to raise money for a cure for muscular dystrophy.
A Chicago man facing a terminal diagnosis decided to take to the kitchen to cook up a cure. Billy Zureikat is partnering with local restaurants to sell his unique Tripping Billy Pizza to raise money for a cure for muscular dystrophy.
Defense secretary back in the hospital
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is back in the hospital. A Pentagon spokesperson says Austin's security detail transported him Sunday afternoon for symptoms suggesting an emergent bladder issue.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is back in the hospital. A Pentagon spokesperson says Austin's security detail transported him Sunday afternoon for symptoms suggesting an emergent bladder issue.
Bani's Beets in Beverly promotes healthy living with cold-pressed juice
Auriel Banister, founder of Bani's Beets, crafts cold-pressed juices that combat disease and illness by using fresh and healthy ingredients.
Auriel Banister, founder of Bani's Beets, crafts cold-pressed juices that combat disease and illness by using fresh and healthy ingredients.
Scientists turn tomatoes purple to make them more nutritious
Purple tomatoes will become available in select grocery stores for the first time. Gardeners can purchase seeds now.
Purple tomatoes will become available in select grocery stores for the first time. Gardeners can purchase seeds now.
Cycle for Survival raises money for cancer research
Every single dollar raised through Cycle for Survival goes toward funding cancer research. Over the years the event has raised over $360 million. You can pedal hard or hardly pedal. Everyone is welcome.
Every single dollar raised through Cycle for Survival goes toward funding cancer research. Over the years the event has raised over $360 million. You can pedal hard or hardly pedal. Everyone is welcome.
Don't double dip! Health officials warn of food safety ahead of Super Bowl
If you're watching the Super Bowl with other people, there are a few things to keep in mind to prevent yourself and others from coming down with food poisoning.
If you're watching the Super Bowl with other people, there are a few things to keep in mind to prevent yourself and others from coming down with food poisoning.
Bears legend McMichael's Hall of Fame induction spotlights ALS treatment advances
Super Bowl champ and legendary Chicago Bear Steve McMichael has officially been inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. McMichael's announcement is the culmination of a petition and letter writing campaign to the Hall of Fame that began in May of 2022 shortly after he was diagnosed with ALS. Joining us to discuss what ALS is and what advancements have been made is Laura Freveletti the CEO of the Les Turner ALS Foundation.
Super Bowl champ and legendary Chicago Bear Steve McMichael has officially been inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. McMichael's announcement is the culmination of a petition and letter writing campaign to the Hall of Fame that began in May of 2022 shortly after he was diagnosed with ALS. Joining us to discuss what ALS is and what advancements have been made is Laura Freveletti the CEO of the Les Turner ALS Foundation.
The flu, COVID-19, RSV: Why everyone is getting sick
It’s the season of the sniffles. Experts explain what is contributing to a higher number of respiratory illnesses.
It’s the season of the sniffles. Experts explain what is contributing to a higher number of respiratory illnesses.
Illinois Republicans raise concerns over spending on healthcare for non-citizens
Republicans in Springfield are voicing concerns about the significant costs incurred by the state to provide free healthcare to non-citizens.
Republicans in Springfield are voicing concerns about the significant costs incurred by the state to provide free healthcare to non-citizens.
Illinois Republicans raise concerns over spending on healthcare for noncitizens
Republicans in Springfield are sounding off about how much it's costing the state to provide free healthcare to noncitizens.
Republicans in Springfield are sounding off about how much it's costing the state to provide free healthcare to noncitizens.
Lurie Children's confirms network accessed by 'known criminal threat actor'
Lurie Children's Hospital chief medical officer confirmed Thursday that their network was accessed by criminals.
Lurie Children's Hospital chief medical officer confirmed Thursday that their network was accessed by criminals.
Network of Lurie Children's Hospital accessed by 'criminal threat actor'
New developments have emerged regarding the network outage at Lurie Children's Hospital, which has persisted for a week due to a cybersecurity issue.
New developments have emerged regarding the network outage at Lurie Children's Hospital, which has persisted for a week due to a cybersecurity issue.
Erectile dysfunction drugs may protect against Alzheimer's, study suggests
Researchers conducted a study with over 260,000 men to determine if there is a connection between the male enhancement drug lowering their risk of developing the disease.
Researchers conducted a study with over 260,000 men to determine if there is a connection between the male enhancement drug lowering their risk of developing the disease.
Lurie Children's Hospital confirms network accessed by known criminal threat actor
Hospital officials provided an update after their network fell victim to a cyberattack last week.
Hospital officials provided an update after their network fell victim to a cyberattack last week.
How mental health affects the heart
Have you ever thought about the connection between your mental health and your heart? Well, maybe you should.
Have you ever thought about the connection between your mental health and your heart? Well, maybe you should.
Nurses launch strike at Ascension Saint Joseph in Joliet
Nurses at Ascension Saint Joseph in Joliet are on strike.
Nurses at Ascension Saint Joseph in Joliet are on strike.