10,000 restaurants closed over last 3 months, report says

While the COVID-19 pandemic has already forced more than 110,000 restaurants out of business this year, a new report from the National Restaurant Association suggests time is running out for thousands more.

2021 Chicago Auto Show postponed due to coronavirus concerns

The 2021 Chicago Auto Show has been postponed from its traditional February slot due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

Chicago alderman admits breaking indoor dining rules in his restaurants

A Chicago alderman acknowledged Monday that he violated state and city orders banning indoor dining when he allowed indoor dining at restaurants he owns.

Handling sadness and grief during the holiday season
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The holiday season is usually associated with times of joy. But for some, it can bring feelings of sadness, loneliness and stress. Karen Allen lost her husband to murder but she decided to turn this tragedy into light.

'Divorce Court' Judge Faith Jenkins shares relationship advice for the pandemic
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'Divorce Court' Judge Faith Jenkins has no time for excuses, especially during the pandemic. But the pandemic has taken a toll on many couples. Judge Jenkins shares a few relationship tips for getting through the holidays in these unprecedented times.

Chicago children's museum letting kids take charge of holiday light show
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It's always fun taking the kids to one of the amazing holiday light shows Chicago has to offer but what if your kids could actually take control of the lights? The kids are in charge at Kohl Children's Museum "mesmertastic" holiday activity!

Lovin Local: Justice of the Pies
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Like so many of our Lovin' Local guests, today's featured business has a great backstory. Justice of the Pies is named in homage to the late Stephen Broussard, a criminal defense attorney who dubbed himself a "pie master." His daughter Maya-Camille Broussard tantalizes our taste buds.

In sickness and in health: Couple exchanges vows through window after bride contracts COVID-19

Just days before her wedding, Lauren found out she had tested positive for COVID-19. After changing their venue three times and with a marriage license set to expire the day after their ceremony, the couple knew that they still wanted to say “I do.”

Pandemic adds stress to co-parenting during the holidays
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Family attorney Tiffany Hughes joins Good Day Chicago to talk about how COVID-19 can add pressure to our family relationships, especially during the holidays.

More than 12K COVID-19 deaths reported in US over past week as hospitalizations surpass 98K

According to data from The COVID Tracking Project and Johns Hopkins University, the U.S. saw over 12,000 new deaths due to COVID-19 between Nov. 22 and Nov. 30 and more than 12,000 new hospitalizations.

Words matter: The importance of precision and inclusiveness in writing
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May Habib, co-founder and CEO of Writer.com, breaks down ten words to cut from your writer's vocabulary in order to promote a more inclusive and healthy world.

Super Nintendo World opening in February with interactive Mario Kart ride

The park’s flagship experiences will be an interactive Mario Kart rollercoaster inside Bowser’s castle, where guests will wear augmented reality headsets and race through iconic Mario Kart courses.

Pokémon card could sell for $500G, breaking records

A 20-year-old Pokémon card could become the most expensive Pokémon card ever sold, fetching $500,000, British news agency SWNS reports.

Dr. Fauci among People magazine's '2020 People of the Year'

People magazine has named Regina King, Selena Gomez, Dr. Anthony Fauci and George Clooney as the “2020 People of the Year.”