Wounded Warriors Project celebrates 2 decades of service for veterans, military
Ahead of Veterans Day on Saturday, the Wounded Warriors Project celebrates 20 years of service for veterans, active service members and their families.
These states have the most veterans
Veterans account for over 6% of the population, but there are at least four states with a veteran population above 10%,.
Kankakee County veterans' home reports 30 'mild' cases of COVID-19
A veterans' home in south suburban Kankakee County is experiencing a COVID-19 outbreak among its residents and staff.
Great Lakes Navy Band musicians share their music and military journey ahead of Veterans Day
Veterans Day is on Saturday and it's time to let those who have served our country know how much they are appreciated. Lt. Commander Chris Cornette and Musician Third Class Robert Totten from the Great Lakes Navy Band joined Good Day Chicago on Thursday to perform a song.
NFL to pay tribute to Medal of Honor recipients
The NFL is teaming up with the National Medal of Honor Museum this weekend for a special tribute. Medal of Honor recipient Major General Patrick Brady joined Good Day Chicago on Thursday to talk more about it.
Black McDonald's Operators donate 2,500 turkeys to Chicago area veterans and families
The lines were long at one Chicago area McDonald's Wednesday morning, but not for McMuffins or hash browns. Instead, it was all about turkey and the fixings.
Black McDonald's Operators donate 2,500 turkey to veterans and families
The lines were long at one Chicago area McDonald's Wednesday morning, but not for McMuffins or hash browns. Instead, it was all about turkey and the fixings.
National Museum of the American Sailor honors the plight and history of U.S. veterans
The National Museum of the American Sailor is unveiling four new exhibits that showcases the culture and traditions of U.S. sailors.
Mobile medical clinic to be deployed to help homeless veterans around Chicago
A brand-new advancement in health care unveiled Monday will meet veterans where they're most in need.
‘Make Camo Your Cause’: FOX Corp, U.S.VETS renew campaign dedicated to ending veteran homelessness
Launched in 1993, U.S.VETS is the largest nonprofit organization with boots on the ground to combat America’s veteran homeless crisis head-on.
Veterans receive keys to new homes in Lake County
Two local veterans now have keys to their new homes thanks to North Shore Gas and Community Action Partnership of Lake County.
Veterans receive keys to new homes in Lake County
Two local veterans now have keys to their new homes thanks to North Shore Gas and Community Action Partnership of Lake County.
Chicagoland program helping vets get their smiles back
A Chicagoland program is helping veterans get their smiles back.
Helping veterans get back on their feet
Nonprofits across the country are focusing on preventing veteran homelessness.
Invictus Games honoring wounded service members
Wounded service members from several nations are competing today in Dusseldorf, Germany as the Invictus Games get underway.
Friendship developed in Baghdad continues to grow after veterans return home, face new challenges
The wounds of war brought them together. Illinois National Guardsman Eric Peterson and Marine veteran John Bessermin met while working as contractors in Baghdad.
Friendship developed in Baghdad continues to grow after veterans return home, face new challenges
Illinois National Guardsman Eric Peterson, and Marine veteran John Bessermin met while working as contractors in Baghdad. Natalie Bomke has their story of friendship in this Good News Guarantee.
VA retreat in Chicago for female veterans offers support and pampering
The Department of Veterans Affairs is hosting a free retreat for female veterans, addressing the unique challenges they face.
Chicago-area veteran seeks lost dog, offers $2K reward for reunion
A 90-year-old south suburban veteran is facing yet another heartache after losing his cherished canine companion.
Illinois announces extensive upgrades to veterans homes across the state
The state of Illinois will be upgrading many veterans homes throughout the state.