Ballet Folklorico Tayahua showcases vibrant culture and dance for Mexican Independence Day
The ultra-talented Ballet Folklorico Tayahua joins Good Day Chicago to give us a preview of performances they're giving this weekend at the Fiesta Sin Frontera in downtown Waukegan.
The ultra-talented Ballet Folklorico Tayahua joins Good Day Chicago to give us a preview of performances they're giving this weekend at the Fiesta Sin Frontera in downtown Waukegan.
60-year-old man dead after being thrown from motorcycle in suburban crash
A man is dead after being thrown from his motorcycle in a crash in Lake County over the weekend.
A man is dead after being thrown from his motorcycle in a crash in Lake County over the weekend.
Controversy erupts in Highland Park over city's attempted 'poverty simulation'
Community members in Highland Park are sharing mixed reactions over a controversial – and now-canceled – event meant to simulate what it’s like to live in poverty.
Community members in Highland Park are sharing mixed reactions over a controversial – and now-canceled – event meant to simulate what it’s like to live in poverty.
Highland Park residents respond to canceled 'poverty simulation'
Highland Park residents shared mixed reactions about a canceled 'poverty simulation' event that was created to allow individuals to 'walk in the shoes of someone who is facing poverty.'
Highland Park residents shared mixed reactions about a canceled 'poverty simulation' event that was created to allow individuals to 'walk in the shoes of someone who is facing poverty.'
Man killed in Beach Park drag race identified
A man who died while drag racing another driver Sunday afternoon in north suburban Beach Park has been identified.
A man who died while drag racing another driver Sunday afternoon in north suburban Beach Park has been identified.
Controversy erupts in Highland Park over city's attempted 'poverty simulation'
Some Highland Park residents expressed outrage over the city's decision to organize a "poverty simulation event" for this past weekend.
Some Highland Park residents expressed outrage over the city's decision to organize a "poverty simulation event" for this past weekend.
Trial date to be set for accused Highland Park shooter
A trial date is one step closer to being set for the man accused of fatally shooting seven people and wounding dozens more during the Highland Park July 4th parade.
A trial date is one step closer to being set for the man accused of fatally shooting seven people and wounding dozens more during the Highland Park July 4th parade.
Waukegan bicyclist critically injured after kids distract driver: officials
A Waukegan man is in critical condition after he was struck by an SUV while riding his bicycle Sunday morning in northwest suburban Wauconda.
A Waukegan man is in critical condition after he was struck by an SUV while riding his bicycle Sunday morning in northwest suburban Wauconda.
'Miracle in Mundelein': Chicago suburb hosts first music fest where people can (legally) smoke pot
Of course, people have been getting stoned at music festivals for a really long time. But in the past, they've at least had to pretend to hide it. However, at Miracle, they are being provided with “dab bars" (with electronic rigs to consume concentrate) and “rolling stations" (with complimentary grinders, lighters, papers and rolling trays).
Of course, people have been getting stoned at music festivals for a really long time. But in the past, they've at least had to pretend to hide it. However, at Miracle, they are being provided with “dab bars" (with electronic rigs to consume concentrate) and “rolling stations" (with complimentary grinders, lighters, papers and rolling trays).
Northern Illinois Airshow takes to the skies this weekend
It will be a high-flying weekend in Waukegan, as the Northern Illinois Airshow takes off Saturday.
It will be a high-flying weekend in Waukegan, as the Northern Illinois Airshow takes off Saturday.
Felon found guilty of firearm possession following traffic stop in Zion
A 30-year-old felon is facing up to 30 years in prison after being convicted of firearm possession during a traffic stop in Zion last year.
A 30-year-old felon is facing up to 30 years in prison after being convicted of firearm possession during a traffic stop in Zion last year.
Nurse picket line in North Chicago seeks to enhance morale and bolster veteran care
Nurses at Lovell Federal Health Care Center in North Chicago are hitting the picket line.
Nurses at Lovell Federal Health Care Center in North Chicago are hitting the picket line.
Nurse strike seeks to enhance morale and bolster veteran care
Nurses at Lovell Federal Health Care Center in North Chicago are hitting the picket line.
Nurses at Lovell Federal Health Care Center in North Chicago are hitting the picket line.
Stevenson High School student took another student's phone, posts bomb threat on social media: officials
A Stevenson High School student stole another student's phone and posted a bomb threat on social media Wednesday afternoon.
A Stevenson High School student stole another student's phone and posted a bomb threat on social media Wednesday afternoon.
Northern Illinois Food Bank in search of volunteers to meet demand
September 11 is a national day of service. If you want to give back, the Northern Illinois Food Bank can use your help. They are looking for volunteers.
September 11 is a national day of service. If you want to give back, the Northern Illinois Food Bank can use your help. They are looking for volunteers.
Motorcyclist dies in Libertyville crash
A motorcyclist died after crashing into an SUV and being ejected from his bike Wednesday afternoon in unincorporated Libertyville.
A motorcyclist died after crashing into an SUV and being ejected from his bike Wednesday afternoon in unincorporated Libertyville.
Student arrested for bringing airsoft gun to Stevenson High School: officials
A suburban student was arrested after allegedly bringing an airsoft gun to school on Tuesday.
A suburban student was arrested after allegedly bringing an airsoft gun to school on Tuesday.
Child found wandering near highway in North Chicago; police seek family
A young boy was found wandering alone on a highway in North Chicago Sunday morning.
A young boy was found wandering alone on a highway in North Chicago Sunday morning.
Man, 92, run over and killed by Metra train in Antioch
The Village of Antioch said the man was attempting to enter the football stadium when he was hit.
The Village of Antioch said the man was attempting to enter the football stadium when he was hit.
Chicago-area man inducted into 2023 Pickleball Hall of Fame
It's been called the fastest growing sport in the country. Some say pickleball's recent success can be attributed to one Illinois man.
It's been called the fastest growing sport in the country. Some say pickleball's recent success can be attributed to one Illinois man.