National Divorce Day: Why first Monday signals surge in marital splits
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The first working Monday of the new year is also the busiest day of the year for divorce filings. It's even been given the nickname "national divorce day." Family law attorney Jason Adess joined Good Day Chicago on Thursday to explain why married couples often split up at the start of the year.

Jurassic Quest invades Rosemont this week
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Jurassic Quest, the ultimate dinosaur adventure, will be at the Donald E. Stephen Convention Center from Dec. 28 to Jan. 1.

How to handle combative relatives during the holidays: 'Welcome to attend,' with conditions

They say this is the most wonderful time of the year — and quite possibly, it could be. That is, except if you anticipate having combative relatives in your home during the holidays.

11 kids adopted at Chicago's Daley Center Courthouse on National Adoption Day

It was a poignant occasion where 11 children, including two teenagers and two sets of siblings, found their forever-families in a heartwarming ceremony.

11 kids adopted at Chicago's Daley Center Courthouse on National Adoption Day
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It was a poignant occasion where 11 children, including two teenagers and two sets of siblings, found their forever families in a heartwarming ceremony.

Military dad surprises daughter at school in heartwarming moment
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With Veterans Day tomorrow, what better way to makr the holiday than a stirring video of a military dad reuniting with his daughter at her school's pep rally.

Nike designs shoes to help babies, toddlers take 1st steps

The Nike Swoosh 1 is the first Nike Kids shoe ever to receive the American Podiatric Medical Association Seal of Acceptance.

Rising childcare costs squeeze family budgets
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Rising childcare costs are forcing American families to reduce spending and dip into savings, particularly for those earning between $100,000 and $250,000, leading to financial concerns and impacting family budgets.

Child care costs are highest in these cities, data reveals

Child care costs in the United States have risen over 30% since 2019, new data by Bank of America shows.

Louisiana mom gives birth on her birthday for 2nd time: 'I am just as shocked as everyone else!'

Libby McFarland, a 29-year-old mother from Louisiana, has defied the odds by giving birth on her birthday for the second time. Her newest addition, daughter Navy, shares a birthday with her middle child, Arrow, who was born on October 18 in 2018.

Parents donate late infant son's organs to save lives: 'We don't want nobody to feel this pain'

A Georgia couple, Courtney and Tyler Pollock, are using their heartbreaking loss to make a difference by donating the organs of their infant son, Judge Theo, who passed away at the age of 4 months.

Kansas couple, both 96, ties the knot after meeting in senior living center

Carl and Doris Kruse, both 96 years old, recently tied the knot after just a month of engagement. The couple's love story began when they met playing pool, with Carl noticing Doris's exceptional skills.

Couple welcomes rare 'spontaneous triplets,' a one-in-a-million blessing

The triplets were born prematurely and had been in the NICU, but they are now on the way home as they've met specific health criteria.

Unlikely families formed through Safe Families program in Chicago

A Chicago-born organization has been keeping children out of the foster care system for 20 years now. Two unlikely families became one through the program in an unimaginable crisis. A loving family, pieced together, by an incredible challenge.

Unlikely families formed through Safe Families program in Chicago
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A Chicago-born organization has been keeping children out of the foster care system for 20 years now. Two unlikely families became one through the program in an unimaginable crisis. A loving family, pieced together, by an incredible challenge.

'She won’t let go of him': Tennessee couple of 69 years hold hands in final moments

An elderly Tennessee couple, married for an astounding 69 years, recently shared a touching reunion during their final moments at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.