New Illinois law enhances protections for nursing home residents

A new bill was recently signed into law that aims to enhance protections for nursing home residents in Illinois. State Sen. Lakesia Collins (D-Chicago) sponsored the bill and joined Good Day Chicago in the studio to talk about what the law will mean for nursing home residents.

Illinois man shares his experience bouncing back from heart failure

February is national heart month but there's always a need to stay aware of heart disease, heart failure and other related issues. This morning we're hearing a first-hand account from Matt Lewis, a 28-year-old living in Champaign after being diagnosed with heart failure.