FDA: Recalled baby formula that sickened 39 babies with infant botulism is still on some store shelves
The FDA says some ByHeart products are still being found on shelves at stores including Walmart, Target and Kroger despite the ongoing recall. Here’s what we know.
The FDA says some ByHeart products are still being found on shelves at stores including Walmart, Target and Kroger despite the ongoing recall. Here’s what we know.
Chicago groups celebrate Family Literacy Month with special events
Education Couture is hosting initiatives and a Saturday event to encourage families to read together and help children meet literacy milestones.
Education Couture is hosting initiatives and a Saturday event to encourage families to read together and help children meet literacy milestones.
Child care costs more than rent in these US cities; here’s where it’s the worst
The average monthly cost of child care for two children was 31.5% higher than rent, according to the data.
The average monthly cost of child care for two children was 31.5% higher than rent, according to the data.
President Trump issues ‘Fostering the Future’ executive order to support children in foster care
Children in foster care are getting more help in securing a stable future thanks to a new executive order signed by President Trump on Thursday.
Children in foster care are getting more help in securing a stable future thanks to a new executive order signed by President Trump on Thursday.
Baby formula recall linked to infant botulism outbreak is expanding: What to know
A baby formula has been recalled amid a growing outbreak of infant botulism which has now sickened at least 15 infants in 12 states. Here’s what to know.
A baby formula has been recalled amid a growing outbreak of infant botulism which has now sickened at least 15 infants in 12 states. Here’s what to know.
Data reveals most popular baby names of 2025, trends that will influence names in 2026
New data is revealing the most popular baby names of 2025, along with trends that will influence baby names in 2026.
New data is revealing the most popular baby names of 2025, along with trends that will influence baby names in 2026.
Father says feds sprayed his family, 1-year-old, with a chemical agent in Cicero
A family said federal immigration agents sprayed them, including their 1-year-old daughter, with a chemical irritant while they were driving to get groceries in Cicero on Saturday.
A family said federal immigration agents sprayed them, including their 1-year-old daughter, with a chemical irritant while they were driving to get groceries in Cicero on Saturday.
The holidays are the right time to plan 2026 trips | ChicagoNOW
If you've ever thought about taking the whole family on vacation, now is the time to get started. Travel expert, Jeanenne Tornatore, joins with her top tips for planning memorable multi-generational getaways.
If you've ever thought about taking the whole family on vacation, now is the time to get started. Travel expert, Jeanenne Tornatore, joins with her top tips for planning memorable multi-generational getaways.
Santa comes to Woodfield Mall November 6th | ChicagoNOW
Taking a picture with mall Santa is a tradition we’ve all enjoyed, and that opportunity is coming back to Woodfield Mall on Thursday, November 6th.
Taking a picture with mall Santa is a tradition we’ve all enjoyed, and that opportunity is coming back to Woodfield Mall on Thursday, November 6th.
Are millennials raising "velcro kids"?
You may have heard of helicopter parents, lawnmower parents, gentle parents- there’s a new term - “velcro parents” - and it’s gaining traction on social media - the label being given to millennial parents. Dana Hirt, certified parent coach, breaks down this parenting style.
You may have heard of helicopter parents, lawnmower parents, gentle parents- there’s a new term - “velcro parents” - and it’s gaining traction on social media - the label being given to millennial parents. Dana Hirt, certified parent coach, breaks down this parenting style.
Amber alert for pets
According to FidoAlert, 1 in 3 pets will go missing in their lifetime. Halloween is especially risky, as it’s the second most common holiday for pets to go missing. FidoAlert provides pet owners a way to be reunited with their furry family members.
According to FidoAlert, 1 in 3 pets will go missing in their lifetime. Halloween is especially risky, as it’s the second most common holiday for pets to go missing. FidoAlert provides pet owners a way to be reunited with their furry family members.
A new birth control pill is available over the counter. When will it be available?
The FDA has approved the first over-the-counter birth control for women. Beth Galvin has the details on when it will be available.
The FDA has approved the first over-the-counter birth control for women. Beth Galvin has the details on when it will be available.
World IVF Day: What does the future of in vitro fertilization look like?
Tuesday is World IVF Day, marking the birth of the first baby ever born using in vitro fertilization in 1978. Over the last four decades, more than nine million babies have been born worldwide thanks to assisted reproductive technology. Dr. Asima Ahmad, chief medical officer and co-founder of Carrot Fertility, joined Good Day Chicago with more on the future of IVF.
Tuesday is World IVF Day, marking the birth of the first baby ever born using in vitro fertilization in 1978. Over the last four decades, more than nine million babies have been born worldwide thanks to assisted reproductive technology. Dr. Asima Ahmad, chief medical officer and co-founder of Carrot Fertility, joined Good Day Chicago with more on the future of IVF.
A parent's guide for protecting children online in an AI world
Jeff Hughes, author of "How to Raise Smart Kids With AI," dishes out lessons from his book about how to raise children in a world increasingly influenced by artifical intelligence.
Jeff Hughes, author of "How to Raise Smart Kids With AI," dishes out lessons from his book about how to raise children in a world increasingly influenced by artifical intelligence.
45 years of IVF: The evolution of in vitro fertilization
Forty-five years ago, the first baby was born using IVF, or in vitro fertilization. But the procedure can be cost prohibitive for some families.
Forty-five years ago, the first baby was born using IVF, or in vitro fertilization. But the procedure can be cost prohibitive for some families.
Chicago mom gets engaged moments after giving birth: 'Mommy, will you marry Daddy?'
The Chicago mom never saw it coming! She gave birth, and moments later, got engaged with the help of her newborn son👶💍
The Chicago mom never saw it coming! She gave birth, and moments later, got engaged with the help of her newborn son👶💍
Chicago mom gets engaged moments after giving birth: VIDEO
The Chicago mom never saw it coming! She gave birth, and moments later, got engaged with the help of her newborn son.
The Chicago mom never saw it coming! She gave birth, and moments later, got engaged with the help of her newborn son.
5 Fall getaways within driving distance of Chicago
Jill Halpin of LittleChicagoGuide.com joined Good Day Chicago to share five Midwest getaways—ranging from Indiana Dunes to Michigan’s M-22 Scenic Drive—that are perfect for a fall weekend escape.
Jill Halpin of LittleChicagoGuide.com joined Good Day Chicago to share five Midwest getaways—ranging from Indiana Dunes to Michigan’s M-22 Scenic Drive—that are perfect for a fall weekend escape.
Two-thirds of Americans back Trump's $1,000 baby savings plan proposal, new survey finds
The enthusiasm for the savings program comes as millions of Americans struggle to set aside money for the future.
The enthusiasm for the savings program comes as millions of Americans struggle to set aside money for the future.
New Mexico to become first state to offer universal child care
New Mexico will be the first state to provide free universal child care. Find out what this means for families.
New Mexico will be the first state to provide free universal child care. Find out what this means for families.