Pug Pal Project inspires north suburban first-graders
First-grade teacher Sharon Latek started the Pug Pal Project a year ago at Wescott Elementary School and it has since expanded to include 250 pugs worldwide. Students work on their communication skills by writing letters to pugs around the world.
Smart holiday travel tips with Family Entourage
Whether you are staying local or flying out this holiday season, there are somethings you shouldn’t leave home without. Kelli Gillespie and Mei Ling Nazar, co-founders of Family Entourage, joined Good Day Chicago to share their holiday travel hacks.
Celebrating National Vanilla Cupcake Day with CarmieCakes
After the death of her mother, Michelle Deal decided to leave her corporate job of 11 years and open Carmie Cakes Bakery in Elmhurst.
Orange Friday Remix: The top highlights from Week 10
This week's episode of Orange Friday Remix features a pep rally at Stevenson High School, Bears superfan Mike Fosnaugh, and a salute to our veterans!
Orange Friday: Featured fans of the week
Here is a look at some of our featured fans of the week!
Find something new and fun for you in Winnetka
The Community House Woman’s Board is presenting the return of the Antiques+Modernism Show (A+M Show) this weekend.
Colectivo Sayba brings beautiful Bomba tradition to Chicago
Colectivo Sayba joins Orange Friday to give a blast of music, dance and tradition through the performance of Bomba.
Chicago's Black Harvest Film Festival to highlight Black experiences, voices
The Black Harvest Film Festival kicks off this weekend, featuring films from 18 different countries along with showcasing local talent.
Mike Fosnaugh is our Chicago Bears Superfan of the week
Mike Fosnaugh talks about his love for the Chicago Bears and what makes his fandom so special.
Stevenson High School gets hyped up before the big game
Students and staff at Stevenson High School in Lincolnshire show off their school spirit for Orange Friday ahead of a big football game.
Major League Wrestling brings sold-out show to the Chicago area
Matt Riddle talks about his experience in Major League Wrestling and what fans can expect from their competition this weekend.
Chicago Bears gives back to veterans with NFL Salute to Service
U.S. Navy Lt. Commander Shineka Haskins joins Orange Friday to talk about the NFL Salute to Service and the Chicago Bears' support for veterans.
Stevenson High School brings the noise for Orange Friday
Stevenson High School students and staff talk about their athletic and academic success in the latest edition of Orange Friday.
PAWS Chicago's 23rd Annual Fur Ball & Silent Auction happening next weekend
Jake Hamilton will be hosting the event!
Holiday toys that will be flying off the shelves this season
It's about that time to get started on buying holiday gifts. Buying them early can help you space out your expenses and find great options!
Tips for managing and using fallen leaves
Mike Caplan went to the Morton Arboretum and spoke with plant clinic manager Spencer Campbell about what to do with those fallen leaves on your property.
Deeply Rooted Dance Theater returns for 29th season of inspired performances
Nicole Clarke-Springer, artistic director of Deeply Rooted Dance Theater, talks about her vision for the 29th season of the theater.
Curtis Granderson brings back Grand Giving campaign to address food insecurity
For the 11th year, Chicago's own and former MLB All-Star Curtis Granderson is hosting his annual Grand Giving campaign in partnership with Mariano's.
Chicago doctor discusses link between sugar and chronic illness
A new study revealed that reducing sugar in the first two years of a child's life can reduce the risk of chronic illness in adulthood.
J. Brown brings R&B ballads to Gary this weekend
Coming off the success of having the No. 1 R&B song in the country with, “My Whole Heart”, singer-songwriter J. Brown is performing this weekend in Gary, Indiana.