Has Chicago become the place to visit? Tourism spending hits record $21.5B | ChicagoLIVE
Nearly 57 million people visited Chicago in 2025, helping generate a record $21.5 billion in tourism spending. Stephen Crano, senior manager at Choose Chicago, explains what's behind the surge.
Nearly 57 million people visited Chicago in 2025, helping generate a record $21.5 billion in tourism spending. Stephen Crano, senior manager at Choose Chicago, explains what's behind the surge.
Gov. Pritzker signs new bill allowing cocktails to-go starting July 1 | ChicagoLIVE
Governor JB Pritzker has signed a new bill allowing cocktails to-go starting July 1. State Senator Sara Feigenholtz (6th) joins ChicagoLive to discuss the legislation and what it means for consumers.
Governor JB Pritzker has signed a new bill allowing cocktails to-go starting July 1. State Senator Sara Feigenholtz (6th) joins ChicagoLive to discuss the legislation and what it means for consumers.
Habitat for Humanity expands to Chicago's West Side
Habitat for Humanity is now helping families in Chicago's Austin neighborhood. Habitat for Humanity Chicago Executive Director Jennifer Parks joins Good Day Chicago to discuss the expansion.
Habitat for Humanity is now helping families in Chicago's Austin neighborhood. Habitat for Humanity Chicago Executive Director Jennifer Parks joins Good Day Chicago to discuss the expansion.
30 things to do in Chicago this weekend
From the 55th annual Pride Parade to Ed Sheeran, there's something for everyone in Chicago this weekend.
From the 55th annual Pride Parade to Ed Sheeran, there's something for everyone in Chicago this weekend.
Hollywood Casino and Hotel Aurora is officially open | ChicagoLIVE
Greg Moore, vice president and general manager of Hollywood Casino & Hotel Aurora, joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss what makes the destination a must-visit for guests across all places.
Greg Moore, vice president and general manager of Hollywood Casino & Hotel Aurora, joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss what makes the destination a must-visit for guests across all places.
World’s first-ever Dairy Queen in Joliet gets major makeover
The very first Dairy Queen location in Joliet has undergone a major renovation. FOX Chicago’s Jake Hamilton takes viewers inside the historic site and showcases what it will soon offer the public.
The very first Dairy Queen location in Joliet has undergone a major renovation. FOX Chicago’s Jake Hamilton takes viewers inside the historic site and showcases what it will soon offer the public.
Thousands of mayflies swarm town in Ohio - and it's actually a good thing
Officials from the Ohio Division of Wildlife stumbled upon thousands of mayflies in the middle of Ottawa County this week.
Officials from the Ohio Division of Wildlife stumbled upon thousands of mayflies in the middle of Ottawa County this week.
Planning a July 4th getaway? Here are the top-ranked cities
A new WalletHub study ranks the best U.S. cities for celebrating the Fourth of July, evaluating the 100 largest cities based on factors including affordability, entertainment, safety, accessibility and holiday weather.
A new WalletHub study ranks the best U.S. cities for celebrating the Fourth of July, evaluating the 100 largest cities based on factors including affordability, entertainment, safety, accessibility and holiday weather.
Route 66 is turning 100 and Lou Mitchell’s remains its first stop
Route 66 turns 100 this November, and Lou Mitchell's is known as the first stop on the historic road. FOX Chicago's Anthony Ponce shows what makes the restaurant so special.
Route 66 turns 100 this November, and Lou Mitchell's is known as the first stop on the historic road. FOX Chicago's Anthony Ponce shows what makes the restaurant so special.
McDonald’s celebrates America 250 with its largest-ever fried apple pie in Joliet | ChicagoLIVE
McDonald’s is celebrating America 250 with the return of its fried apple pies and the debut of its largest-ever pie in Joliet. McDonald’s owner-operator John Carnagio shares details with ChicagoLIVE.
McDonald’s is celebrating America 250 with the return of its fried apple pies and the debut of its largest-ever pie in Joliet. McDonald’s owner-operator John Carnagio shares details with ChicagoLIVE.
Texas 7-year-old saves toddler brother from drowning, earns rare sheriff’s commendation
A 7-year-old North Texas boy has been nominated for a rare police commendation after his quick thinking and bravery saved his unresponsive 1-year-old brother from a backyard swimming pool, authorities said.
A 7-year-old North Texas boy has been nominated for a rare police commendation after his quick thinking and bravery saved his unresponsive 1-year-old brother from a backyard swimming pool, authorities said.
Nearly 4,000 robotaxis recalled over risk of driving in construction zones
A new recall of Waymo’s robotaxis comes after multiple reported incidents of the autonomous vehicles driving past ramp closures into construction sites.
A new recall of Waymo’s robotaxis comes after multiple reported incidents of the autonomous vehicles driving past ramp closures into construction sites.
Majority of working parents say they take care of work-related tasks when they’re with their kids
A new survey reveals how moms and dads in the U.S. are juggling work and parenting at the same time.
A new survey reveals how moms and dads in the U.S. are juggling work and parenting at the same time.
Chicago ordinance targets airbag theft after over 2,000 stolen this year
Has your airbag been stolen or sold on the black market? Ald. Gilbert Villegas (36th) joins Good Day Chicago to explain an ordinance that aims to prevent that from happening.
Has your airbag been stolen or sold on the black market? Ald. Gilbert Villegas (36th) joins Good Day Chicago to explain an ordinance that aims to prevent that from happening.
M&M's set August launch for dye-free candies, with 2 colors absent
The legendary candy-maker faces a multimillion-dollar logistical nightmare trying to turn its iconic blue treats natural.
The legendary candy-maker faces a multimillion-dollar logistical nightmare trying to turn its iconic blue treats natural.
Archaeologists uncover musket balls, fortifications from the Battle of Bunker Hill
Archaeologists digging at Boston’s Bunker Hill Monument have uncovered musket balls, gun flints and the remains of a Revolutionary War fortification.
Archaeologists digging at Boston’s Bunker Hill Monument have uncovered musket balls, gun flints and the remains of a Revolutionary War fortification.
Mortgage rates drop to lowest level in more than a month as Iran deal progresses
Mortgage rates fell this week to their lowest level in more than a month, with Freddie Mac reporting the average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage declined to 6.47% from 6.52% the previous week.
Mortgage rates fell this week to their lowest level in more than a month, with Freddie Mac reporting the average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage declined to 6.47% from 6.52% the previous week.
3 Grand Canyon deaths blamed on the heat as 100+ degree days continue
Temperatures are expected to reach triple digits again this week at the Grand Canyon, which has seen an increasing number of heat-related incidents, including the deaths of three hikers.
Temperatures are expected to reach triple digits again this week at the Grand Canyon, which has seen an increasing number of heat-related incidents, including the deaths of three hikers.
At least one tourist dead after massive fire nearly destroys Caribbean resort, 1,690 evacuated
At least one Italian tourist is dead with several more injured after a massive fire in the Dominican Republic resort town Bayahibe on Friday.
At least one Italian tourist is dead with several more injured after a massive fire in the Dominican Republic resort town Bayahibe on Friday.
2026 World Cup ranch craze sparks TSA-friendly travel sizes
Kraft unveiled packs of TSA-friendly packs of ranch dressing that are small enough for carry-on luggage as World Cup fans want to stock up.
Kraft unveiled packs of TSA-friendly packs of ranch dressing that are small enough for carry-on luggage as World Cup fans want to stock up.