Parenting happiness drops more than divorce - Here's what to know | ChicagoNOW
When a new baby arrives, parents are often told it?s the happiest time of their lives. But studies show the drop in happiness after having a baby is actually bigger than what people experience after unemployment, divorce, or even loss?yet we rarely talk about it. Lindsay Ambrose, a doula, and Arden Joy, a reiki master, are the authors of The Nurture Method show parents how to weave mindfulness into the everyday chaos of caring for a newborn.
When a new baby arrives, parents are often told it?s the happiest time of their lives. But studies show the drop in happiness after having a baby is actually bigger than what people experience after unemployment, divorce, or even loss?yet we rarely talk about it. Lindsay Ambrose, a doula, and Arden Joy, a reiki master, are the authors of The Nurture Method show parents how to weave mindfulness into the everyday chaos of caring for a newborn.
Illinois Powerball player wins $1M in Wednesday's drawing; $1.7B jackpot still up for grabs
A $1 million Powerball ticket was sold in a Chicago suburb, and the jackpot keeps climbing. Here’s what you need to know.
A $1 million Powerball ticket was sold in a Chicago suburb, and the jackpot keeps climbing. Here’s what you need to know.
Beyond Chonkosaurus: How floating wetlands could bring new life to the Chicago River | ChicagoNOW
When most Chicagoans think of the river, they probably picture murky water, pollution, or maybe even Chonkosaurus ? that giant snapping turtle who stole the internet?s heart. But what if we could reimagine the Chicago River as a place teeming with life, beauty, and community connection? That?s the goal of a new restoration effort happening right now on the South Branch at Bubbly Creek.
When most Chicagoans think of the river, they probably picture murky water, pollution, or maybe even Chonkosaurus ? that giant snapping turtle who stole the internet?s heart. But what if we could reimagine the Chicago River as a place teeming with life, beauty, and community connection? That?s the goal of a new restoration effort happening right now on the South Branch at Bubbly Creek.
Trump considers sending federal troops to New Orleans before Chicago
President Trump now says he may send federal troops to New Orleans to fight crime, despite the city recording historically low crime rates for the past two years.
President Trump now says he may send federal troops to New Orleans to fight crime, despite the city recording historically low crime rates for the past two years.
TMZ: Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun are 'casually dating'
Scooter Braun and Sydney Sweeney are reportedly dating ? spotted first in Venice at the Bezos?Sanchez wedding, and now we?re told they?ve been on multiple dates.
Scooter Braun and Sydney Sweeney are reportedly dating ? spotted first in Venice at the Bezos?Sanchez wedding, and now we?re told they?ve been on multiple dates.
TMZ: Harry Styles & Zoe Kravits are reportedly 'friends with benefits'
Harry Styles and Zo? Kravitz are sending the internet into a full-on frenzy after being spotted arm in arm in Rome ? but TMZ says it?s not that deep. Michael Babcock, TMZ executive producer, joined ChicagoNOW to talk more about the 'relationship.'
Harry Styles and Zo? Kravitz are sending the internet into a full-on frenzy after being spotted arm in arm in Rome ? but TMZ says it?s not that deep. Michael Babcock, TMZ executive producer, joined ChicagoNOW to talk more about the 'relationship.'
Chicago crime: Boy, 14, charged in shooting that left 4 teens wounded
A 14-year-old boy was charged in connection with a shooting this July that left four other teens wounded on Chicago's West Side.
A 14-year-old boy was charged in connection with a shooting this July that left four other teens wounded on Chicago's West Side.
A coffee lovers' paradise at Chicago Roastery Starbucks Reserve
FOX 32's Roseanne Tellez heads over to the Chicago Roastery Starbucks Reserve to try out some of their delectable offerings and savor the sweet aroma of coffee.
FOX 32's Roseanne Tellez heads over to the Chicago Roastery Starbucks Reserve to try out some of their delectable offerings and savor the sweet aroma of coffee.
Illinois congressman files legislation to block National Guard deployment
U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Ill.) talks about his efforts to block the National Guard from being deployed in his home state.
U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Ill.) talks about his efforts to block the National Guard from being deployed in his home state.
Chicago area braces for arrival of National Guard, ICE agents
The Chicago area is expecting federal crime crackdown operations to begin as soon as this week after verbal sparring between Gov. JB Pritzker and President Donald Trump.
The Chicago area is expecting federal crime crackdown operations to begin as soon as this week after verbal sparring between Gov. JB Pritzker and President Donald Trump.
Things to do in Chicago this weekend — Taste of Chicago, Printers Row Lit Fest and more
Kicking off the first weekend of September, Chicago will come alive with a mix of music, food, sports and family-friendly events.
Kicking off the first weekend of September, Chicago will come alive with a mix of music, food, sports and family-friendly events.
Chicago burglaries: 2 North Side businesses robbed minutes apart
Two businesses were burglarized overnight in under an hour across Chicago's North Side.
Two businesses were burglarized overnight in under an hour across Chicago's North Side.
Chicago weather: Coolest day since May with highs in the 60s
Chicago cools into the mid-60s today and Friday before a sunny, mild weekend
Chicago cools into the mid-60s today and Friday before a sunny, mild weekend
Paris on Politics: Debate over President Trump's intervention plans
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
Man charged in shooting of man driving away after argument, police say
A man was arrested and charged with first-degree murder in connection to an argument that turned violent in May.
A man was arrested and charged with first-degree murder in connection to an argument that turned violent in May.
Arrest made after woman, 26, fatally shot in Far South Side dispute: police
An arrest has been made after a 26-year-old woman was fatally shot during a violent dispute last weekend on Chicago’s Far South Side, authorities said.
An arrest has been made after a 26-year-old woman was fatally shot during a violent dispute last weekend on Chicago’s Far South Side, authorities said.
Chicago company behind Selena Gomez's pre-bachelorette party
It's a surprise pre-bachelorette jet party for the celeb and a local company put it all together in under 72 hours.
It's a surprise pre-bachelorette jet party for the celeb and a local company put it all together in under 72 hours.
Over 90 cars discovered by dive team in Chicago River
An unusual discovery was made along the Chicago River, stemming from a cold case investigation that dates back to 1970.
An unusual discovery was made along the Chicago River, stemming from a cold case investigation that dates back to 1970.
Tammy Duckworth, Dick Durbin respond to National Guard coming to Chicago
Local U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth wants to hear from you about the possibility of the National Guard coming to Chicago.
Local U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth wants to hear from you about the possibility of the National Guard coming to Chicago.
Chicago weather: Cool, crisp air is sweeping across the area
Showers and storms will taper off this evening and gradual clearing is expected overnight.
Showers and storms will taper off this evening and gradual clearing is expected overnight.