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.
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.
New airflow study shows how to prevent COVID spread inside a vehicle
A new study looking at how airflow inside a vehicle impacts the risk of getting COVID-19 may help keep people healthier.
A new study looking at how airflow inside a vehicle impacts the risk of getting COVID-19 may help keep people healthier.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
'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.
'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
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!
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
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.
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.
Kia recalls nearly 295,000 vehicles over engine fire risk
Kia is recalling nearly 295,000 vehicles in the U.S. because the engines can stall or catch fire.
Kia is recalling nearly 295,000 vehicles in the U.S. because the engines can stall or catch fire.
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.”
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.”
McDonald’s giving away 10K free McRib sandwiches to people who shave their beards
McDonald’s is giving away 10,000 free McRib sandwiches to the first people who share photos of their clean-shaven faces on social media.
McDonald’s is giving away 10,000 free McRib sandwiches to the first people who share photos of their clean-shaven faces on social media.
Professionals working remotely during the pandemic are watching two hours more of TV: study
Americans working from home during the coronavirus pandemic are spending more time in front of the TV, new data suggests.
Americans working from home during the coronavirus pandemic are spending more time in front of the TV, new data suggests.
Pandemic adds stress to co-parenting during the holidays
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.”
People magazine has named Regina King, Selena Gomez, Dr. Anthony Fauci and George Clooney as the “2020 People of the Year.”
'America the Beautiful': Melania Trump showcases White House's Christmas decor
“America the Beautiful” is this year's Christmas theme at the White House.
“America the Beautiful” is this year's Christmas theme at the White House.
'Pandemic' named Merriam-Webster's word of the year
Merriam-Webster on Monday announced “pandemic” as its 2020 word of the year.
Merriam-Webster on Monday announced “pandemic” as its 2020 word of the year.