Paris on Politics: Chicago Pope, crisis at FAA and could tariffs hurt tourism?
Chicago's Pope mania continues with creative memes. Then, is it safe to fly right now? Senator Tammy Duckworth joins FOX 32's Paris Schutz to share her insights. Also, a discussion with Jens Ludwig, director of the University of Chicago's Crime Lab, about the unexpected origins of gun violence. Plus, could tariffs affect summer tourism? The new CEO of Choose Chicago explains. has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
Chicago tourism numbers seeing big boost
The City of Chicago saw higher tourism numbers for 2024, having a big impact on the local economy.
Choose Chicago, city’s tourism agency, announces Kristen Reynolds as next CEO
Choose Chicago, the agency tasked with attracting tourists to the city, announced Kristen Reynolds as its next president and CEO.
Young American tourists found dead at Belize beach resort
Three American women were found dead over the weekend in a beach resort in Belize, police said.
Nearly 100 on board Royal Caribbean cruise that left Tampa sick with gastrointestinal illness: CDC
Royal Caribbean’s Western Caribbean Cruise promised vacationers the chance to hike Mayan ruins in Mexico and swim in the waters of Grand Cayman.
Chicago voted best big city after successful summer
The Chicago tourism industry had a successful summer thanks to events like the DNC, Lollapalooza and NASCAR. To make it even sweeter, Chicago was named the best big city in America for the 8th straight year by Conde Nast Traveler readers.
Chicago dubbed best big city in US by top travel magazine
Condé Nast Traveler readers have named Chicago the best big city in the country for the 8th year in a row. The esteemed honor comes after a record-breaking summer for tourism in Chicago.
Illinois hit record tourism growth in 2023
Gov. J.B. Pritzker is praising the state for bringing in a record amount of tourism this past year.
Choose Chicago details Millennium Park's 20th anniversary
Jason Lesniewicz, Senior Director of Cultural Tourism with Choose Chicago, joined Good Day Chicago to discuss Millennium Park's history, and the city's 20th-anniversary celebrations this year.
Hawaii issues health warning for tourists
A doctor in Hawaii wants to remind tourists not to overdo it while visiting the island. Stephen Florino with more on this story.
Illinois Beer Run: Craft breweries in the Land of Lincoln become magnet for beer enthusiasts
Illinois craft breweries are fermenting a new tourism trend, attracting beer enthusiasts from across the globe to savor unique brews and explore the Land of Lincoln's vibrant brewery scene.
Chicago mayor reacts to city being voted best in the world
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson didn't mince words when learning that the city was voted the best in the world.
Chicago voted 'Best Big City in the U.S.' for the seventh consecutive year
The readers have spoken and Chicago is the "Best Big City in the U.S." for the seventh straight year.
Chicago voted 'Best Big City in the U.S.' for 7th consecutive year
The readers have spoken and Chicago is the "Best Big City in the U.S." for the seventh straight year.
Illinois governor announces record-breaking hotel revenues
Illinois has hit a tourism milestone. The slogan for Illinois is we are in the “middle of everything”, and it appears the state is in the middle of a post-pandemic recovery on the tourism front.
Visitors to Chicago rose 60% in 2022, tourism group says
With the summer travel season officially underway, Chicago’s tourism promoters said Thursday that the city is continuing its rebound in visitor spending and visitation compared with pandemic lows.
Visitors to Chicago rose 60% in 2022, tourism group says
With the summer travel season officially underway, Chicago’s tourism promoters said Thursday that the city is continuing its rebound in visitor spending and visitation compared with pandemic lows.
Illinois on track to hit all-time high for hotel revenue as Pritzker announces new tourism grants
Gov. Prtizker unveiled more than $22 million in tourism grants for festivals and attractions statewide.
Illinois on track to hit all-time high for hotel revenue as Pritzker announces new tourism grants
Gov. Prtizker unveiled more than $22 million in tourism grants for festivals and attractions statewide.
Chicago named 'Best Big City' in the U.S. by top travel magazine
For the sixth straight year, readers of Conde Nast Traveler magazine have voted Chicago the best big city in the United States.