Art Impact Project helps veterans process emotions through creative expression
In this morning’s Good News Guarantee, a Lake County nonprofit is helping veterans tap into their emotions by picking up a paint brush.
Chicagoans donate blood after emergency shortage this summer
As the American Red Cross issues a nationwide emergency for blood donations, we are introducing you to the people who are answering the call.
Eagle Scout candidate on a mission to revive Orland Park cemetery
Jimmy Sullivan, 15, is working to restore a neglected 19th-century cemetery in Orland Park as part of his Eagle Scout project.
Illinois athlete aims for gold in Paris Paralympic Games
The Paralympic Games kick off this week in Paris with nine athletes from the University of Illinois representing the United States.
Volunteer pilots help rescue sea turtles, deliver 'Pistachio' to Brookfield Zoo Chicago
A national nonprofit, Turtles Fly Too, transported an injured Kemp’s Ridley sea turtle named Pistachio from Florida to Brookfield Zoo in Chicago, helping save endangered turtles through volunteer-operated flights.
Chicago's NextWave STEM inspires youth with cutting-edge tech workshops, classes
A former Chicago Public Schools employee founded NextWave STEM to engage students in STEM fields through hands-on workshops in coding, drone piloting, AI literacy and more.
Illinois doctor selected by NASA for Mars mission simulation
An Illinois doctor has re-emerged after spending a year inside a Mars simulation. He was among four U.S. researchers picked by NASA for the mission.
Illinois teen Isabella Coleman-Sullivan looks to shine at Miss Amazing Summit
The Miss Amazing National Summit in Rosemont highlights women with disabilities, including Illinois Teen Isabella Coleman-Sullivan, who has raised over 7,200 items for food pantries and uses her platform to inspire and help others.
Suburban photographer works to save great white sharks
Living near the Great Lakes, the last thing we think about are sharks. But a suburban photographer has dedicated his life to saving the species.
Share Our Spare hosts 'Christmas in July' drive to support Chicago families in need
Share Our Spare, a Chicago nonprofit, is holding a "Christmas in July" drive to collect gently used baby items and winter clothing for families in need, providing essential supplies such as diapers and clothing.
