US military members honored nationwide on Veterans Day

Chicago leaders joined the nation in thanking all the men and women who have served their country. Governor J.B. Pritzker and Mayor Brandon Johnson honored local veterans at Soldier Field, while President Joe Bidena and VP Kamala Harris attended a ceremony in Arlington, Virginia.

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.