Clearwater WWII veteran celebrates 106th birthday with 5 generations of his family
A Clearwater WWII veteran celebrated his 106th birthday on Saturday. Five generations of his family gathered at a Largo home to reflect on his fondest memories.
Milwaukee World War II veteran celebrates 100th birthday
A World War II veteran and lifelong Milwaukeean celebrated his 100th birthday on Saturday, July 20.
11th annual 'Barbeque for the Troops' set for July
An effort to support U.S. service men and women returns for its 11th year next month as the Chicago Automobile Trade Association hosts its annual Barbeque for the Troops.
Marine Corps vet Michael Jacobson recognized as Illinois Student Veteran of the Year
A Marine Corps veteran currently pursuing a Ph.D. at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) was honored with the prestigious 2024 Illinois Student Veteran of the Year award on Tuesday.
LaSalle County court advances legal proceedings in COVID-19 veteran deaths case after 2-year delay
Legal proceedings will move forward in a LaSalle County court in connection with the deaths of three dozen veterans who died at a Veterans Affairs facility during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Chicago-area veterans receive huge welcome home after returning from honor flight: 'It was unbelievable!'
Chicago-area veterans returned from an honor flight after visiting the nation's capitol to see the monuments.
First Honor Flight of the season sends local veterans to Washington D.C.
Local veterans got the honor of a lifetime Wednesday, going to our nation's Capitol to see their memorial as part of Honor Flight.
River Grove officials break ground on new veterans memorial
A memorial honoring veterans past and present is taking shape in the suburbs.
River Grove officials break ground on new veterans memorial
A memorial honoring veterans past and present is taking shape in the suburbs.
Pearl Harbor’s last USS Arizona battleship survivor dies at 102
Lou Conter died in his California home on Monday from congestive heart failure, his daughter, Louann Daley, said.
Library of Congress launches initiative to immortalize memories of Illinois veterans
A new project is collecting the history of Illinois' veterans to make sure their stories live on.
Library of Congress launches initiative to immortalize memories of Illinois veterans
A new project is collecting the history of Illinois' veterans to make sure their stories live on.
Chicago Bears, Jewel-Osco host turkey giveaway for veterans
Thanksgiving and football are a winning combination. The two topics collided off the field Thursday at a Jewel-Osco in the South Loop for a day of service.
Celebrating Veterans Day: How these organizations are helping empower our vets
This Veterans Day, LiveNow from FOX spoke with the people helping to empower veterans with resources they need to thrive. Here’s a look at what they do.
Wounded Warriors Project celebrates 2 decades of service for veterans, military
Ahead of Veterans Day on Saturday, the Wounded Warriors Project celebrates 20 years of service for veterans, active service members and their families.
These states have the most veterans
Veterans account for over 6% of the population, but there are at least four states with a veteran population above 10%,.
Kankakee County veterans' home reports 30 'mild' cases of COVID-19
A veterans' home in south suburban Kankakee County is experiencing a COVID-19 outbreak among its residents and staff.
Great Lakes Navy Band musicians share their music and military journey ahead of Veterans Day
Veterans Day is on Saturday and it's time to let those who have served our country know how much they are appreciated. Lt. Commander Chris Cornette and Musician Third Class Robert Totten from the Great Lakes Navy Band joined Good Day Chicago on Thursday to perform a song.
NFL to pay tribute to Medal of Honor recipients
The NFL is teaming up with the National Medal of Honor Museum this weekend for a special tribute. Medal of Honor recipient Major General Patrick Brady joined Good Day Chicago on Thursday to talk more about it.
Black McDonald's Operators donate 2,500 turkeys to Chicago area veterans and families
The lines were long at one Chicago area McDonald's Wednesday morning, but not for McMuffins or hash browns. Instead, it was all about turkey and the fixings.