Fire forces beloved Chicago pizza shop to close, community steps in to help
A beloved Chicago Southwest Side restaurant is cleaning up after a fire forced it to close, but support from the community is helping the business look toward reopening.
A beloved Chicago Southwest Side restaurant is cleaning up after a fire forced it to close, but support from the community is helping the business look toward reopening.
Fire forces beloved Chicago pizza shop to close, community steps in to help
A beloved Southwest Side restaurant is cleaning up after a fire forced it to close, but support from the community is helping the business look toward reopening.
A beloved Southwest Side restaurant is cleaning up after a fire forced it to close, but support from the community is helping the business look toward reopening.
What's driving Gen Z's embrace of socialism?
A recent article found that 53% of voters ages 15–39 want a Democratic socialist to win the 2028 presidential election. Tabitha Bonilla, an associate professor at Northwestern University, breaks down what the findings mean.
A recent article found that 53% of voters ages 15–39 want a Democratic socialist to win the 2028 presidential election. Tabitha Bonilla, an associate professor at Northwestern University, breaks down what the findings mean.
Man sentenced to 6½ years for assaulting, threatening Chicago restaurateur over $405K loan
A man convicted of threatening and assaulting a Chicago restaurateur while trying to collect a loan has been sentenced to six and a half years in federal prison.
A man convicted of threatening and assaulting a Chicago restaurateur while trying to collect a loan has been sentenced to six and a half years in federal prison.
The $5 plastic clip behind millions of Ford Explorer recalls: report
Ford Explorer owners may be surprised to learn that the auto part responsible for a series of recalls isn't related to the SUV's engine, but a $5 plastic clip that can be easily replaced.
Ford Explorer owners may be surprised to learn that the auto part responsible for a series of recalls isn't related to the SUV's engine, but a $5 plastic clip that can be easily replaced.
Ford to recall over 100,000 Mustangs for 2 separate issues
Two separate issues led to Ford Motor Company issuing a recall for over 100,000 Mustangs in the United States.
Two separate issues led to Ford Motor Company issuing a recall for over 100,000 Mustangs in the United States.
TSA finds folding knife hidden in prosthetic leg at Honolulu airport
An eagle-eyed off-duty law enforcement officer certainly stepped up after seeing where a passenger had hidden a knife prior to trying to get onto a flight in Hawaii.
An eagle-eyed off-duty law enforcement officer certainly stepped up after seeing where a passenger had hidden a knife prior to trying to get onto a flight in Hawaii.
Cyclosporiasis in Illinois: These foods have been linked to past outbreaks
A cyclosporiasis outbreak continues across the United States, with Illinois reporting multiple cases of the parasitic illness this summer.
A cyclosporiasis outbreak continues across the United States, with Illinois reporting multiple cases of the parasitic illness this summer.
CTA and Pretty Cool Ice Cream launch 'L'-inspired ice cream pops | ChicagoLIVE
Logan Square’s Pretty Cool Ice Cream is partnering with the CTA to create four custom ice cream pops inspired by train lines, each with its own signature flavor. Owner Dana Cree joins ChicagoLIVE to talk all about it.
Logan Square’s Pretty Cool Ice Cream is partnering with the CTA to create four custom ice cream pops inspired by train lines, each with its own signature flavor. Owner Dana Cree joins ChicagoLIVE to talk all about it.
These are the most stressed-out cities in America, data shows
A new report is revealing the most stressed cities in America. See which cities ranked highest.
A new report is revealing the most stressed cities in America. See which cities ranked highest.
California moves toward replacing "sell by" food labels | ChicagoLIVE
California could soon replace “sell by” dates on food across the state in an effort to reduce food waste. Californians Against Waste’s Nick Lapis explains what the change could mean for residents and visitors.
California could soon replace “sell by” dates on food across the state in an effort to reduce food waste. Californians Against Waste’s Nick Lapis explains what the change could mean for residents and visitors.
Chicago's Windy City Smokeout returns with expanded five-day schedule
The Windy City Smokeout is back for its biggest year yet, expanding to five days for the first time. Co-founder and partner Ed Warm joins Good Day Chicago with a preview of this year's festivities.
The Windy City Smokeout is back for its biggest year yet, expanding to five days for the first time. Co-founder and partner Ed Warm joins Good Day Chicago with a preview of this year's festivities.
The '1776 diet': Colonists' alcohol consumption was 'staggering,' and historians want you to know
Some of the Founding Fathers drank a lot of ale, often in the morning.
Some of the Founding Fathers drank a lot of ale, often in the morning.
Turn it off or turn it up? How to save on that A/C bill
The age-old debate about what to do with the air conditioning when no one is home is heating up, especially as a record-breaking heatwave grips the eastern United States.
The age-old debate about what to do with the air conditioning when no one is home is heating up, especially as a record-breaking heatwave grips the eastern United States.
Nathan's hot dog eating contest champs Chestnut, Sudo win again in 2026
The Nathan’s hot dog eating champions retained their crowns Saturday as both Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo continued their impressive, digestive runs at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest.
The Nathan’s hot dog eating champions retained their crowns Saturday as both Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo continued their impressive, digestive runs at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest.
4th of July cookout: Tips for practicing safe food handling when grilling and hosting gatherings
Americans across the country will celebrate the nation’s milestone 250th birthday this weekend, hosting family and friends outdoors with BBQ and cookouts. There are simple steps you can take to prevent food-borne illness and keep everyone safe.
Americans across the country will celebrate the nation’s milestone 250th birthday this weekend, hosting family and friends outdoors with BBQ and cookouts. There are simple steps you can take to prevent food-borne illness and keep everyone safe.
Use by, sell by, best by: What’s the difference?
Confused by "use by," "sell by" and "best by" labels? Here's what each one actually means, and how California's new law aims to reduce food waste by simplifying the labels shoppers see.
Confused by "use by," "sell by" and "best by" labels? Here's what each one actually means, and how California's new law aims to reduce food waste by simplifying the labels shoppers see.
The Taste of Oak Brook kicks off today | ChicagoLIVE
The Taste of Oak Brook returns for another year! Village of Oak Brook Trustee Michael Manzo joins ChicagoLIVE to preview tonight's event.
The Taste of Oak Brook returns for another year! Village of Oak Brook Trustee Michael Manzo joins ChicagoLIVE to preview tonight's event.
Born with a rare condition, Miles found hope at Lurie Children’s
Miles Dadosky was born with a rare genetic condition that prevents his body from producing lifesaving hormones. His mom shares how Lurie Children’s not only saved his life but gave their family peace of mind. FOX Chicago’s Sam Witt is running the Chicago Marathon to raise $10,000 for Lurie Children’s, helping fund research for more therapies and cures for kids like Miles.
Miles Dadosky was born with a rare genetic condition that prevents his body from producing lifesaving hormones. His mom shares how Lurie Children’s not only saved his life but gave their family peace of mind. FOX Chicago’s Sam Witt is running the Chicago Marathon to raise $10,000 for Lurie Children’s, helping fund research for more therapies and cures for kids like Miles.
How to identify abuse in youth sports | ChicagoLIVE
A nonprofit organization called #WeRideTogether helps protect youth athletes from things like abuse and too much pressure. Program and partnerships director Kathryn McClain joins ChicagoLIVE to talk about the initiative.
A nonprofit organization called #WeRideTogether helps protect youth athletes from things like abuse and too much pressure. Program and partnerships director Kathryn McClain joins ChicagoLIVE to talk about the initiative.