To provide a safer environment for the public and significantly expedite fan entry into Soldier Field, the Bears joined the NFL in announcing a new policy that limits the size and type of bags that may be brought into the stadium.
The Arlington Heights Memorial Library, the Metropolis Performing Arts Centre and the Village's Arts Commission are returning for the 7th annual Teen Film Fest.
For years, special education students who completed graduation requirements at Huntley High School went into transition programs offered by the Special Education District of McHenry County (SEDOM).
Chicago native Stefanie Scott is an actress on the Disney channel's A.N.T. Farm. Saturday, she joins the Promenade Bolingbrook in celebrating everything back to school, and you can meet her there!
ABC 7's Charles Thomas and Evelyn Holmes hosted the next installment of HEART & SOUL, a series of specials that tap into Chicago's vibrant African American community.
While summer is quickly coming to an end, there are still plenty of chances to fire up the grill for that BBQ! Q-BBQ has launched their new Spicy Summer menu serving up jalapeno cornbread, spicy Brussels sprouts and a spicy sausage sandwich.
The legendary rock band Chicago will be performing at Ravinia this month. And once again, fans will be able to bid for a chance to get on stage and sing with Chicago, for charity.
Not only can you view, board, tour and take a sail away cruise on historic Tall Ships but there is so much more to do and see inside the festival grounds.
During the four Tuesdays in August, you can dine out and shop while helping the homeless. Evanston Works Together is a campaign that benefits clients of the Connections for the Homeless, Youth Job Center and the YWCA Evanston/North Shore.
Psoriasis affects as many as 7.5 million Americans. It's a disease that affects the skin, appearing as dry, raised red patches and is associated with a buildup of dead skin cells.
Robert Chappell, current police officer and author of "Child Identity Theft: What Every Parent Needs to Know," talked to ABC7 about how parents can protect their kids.
A new gym opened a month ago in Naperville . It's for people who have at least 50 pouinds to lose and might not feel comfortable in the more-traditional gyms.
For your child's next birthday party, try making my surprise ice cream cones. They are not all ice cream, but also cake - and the cake is stuffed with a surprise ingredient. Let's Dish host Chris Koetke has the recipe. You can find more recipes likes this on the Live Well Network.
On Friday, August 9, 2013, you'll see firefighters out and about as they're asking you to drop a little something into their boots during the Chicago Fire Department Local 2 Fill the Boot Drive for MDA.
You can experience Cuban culture in Chicago at the Festival Cubano. It's under way in Riis Park and features food, music and more. Alejandro Riera with the festival came into our ABC7 studio with Alberto González, owner of 90 Miles Cuban Café, to tell us about the festival and to show us how to make Cuban Lechon.
This summer is the first time in two decades that Oscar Mayer has given consumers the opportunity to influence where its Wienermobiles will go, allowing fans to control its fleet of six iconic vehicles as part of the new Wienermobile Run program.
Many hospitals gather information on how patients fare after surgery, but it's not typically available to the public. That can make it hard to compare hospitals when you're scheduling surgery. Consumer Reports just rated nearly 2,500 hospitals for common surgical procedures, like hip or knee replacement, using a source of information that is available - hospital-billing data.
The music festival, Lollapalooza kicks off on Friday. Whether you have tickets or not, you can get 'festival ready' using merchandise sold exclusively at the LollaShop.
If you've tried to get that perfectly grilled steak at your cookouts this summer, but have failed time and time again, then you might be making a number of mistakes that can be easily corrected.
Sunday is National Milk Chocolate Day. Sure, you could celebrate that with a plain old chocolate bar from the store - or you could maybe something special.
Retribution came swiftly for a teenager involved in a sexual encounter with another boy at Lutherbrook. a residential treatment center for traumatized children in Addison.
On Sunday, July 27, 2013, hundreds of family members of fallen police officers, firefighters and paramedics will have a fun day at the Brookfield Zoo, thanks to the 100 Club of Chicago.
William and Kate's new royal baby, George Alexander Louis, won't have to worry about his financial future, but for everyone else planning to add to their family, a baby is a big financial burden.
Two major movies-- Warner Bros ''Jupiter Ascending,'' and the latest sequel for ''Transformers'' from Paramount Studios - are shooting in Chicago this summer.
The redesigned Chevrolet Impala has earned top ratings from Consumer Reports outscoring much more expensive foreign-made luxury sedans. It's a real comeback for an American classic.
From weight loss to health and mood enhancers, from sleep aids to body building supplements, thousands of products line the shelves of grocery, drug and health food stores.
New gadgets and gismos make traveling with a child a lot more simple. Laurie Schacht, The Toy Insider Mom and toy expert has a look at a few and gives summer travel tips for new parents.
Yves 'Jetman' Rossy, the man who flies through the sky like a bird with his custom-designed jetwing, was in Chicago Tuesday, just prior to his first public U.S. flight at the EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh.
Most homeowners have their air conditioners kicked into full gear about now. In order to help your utility bill down and prevent a breakdown, you might want to follow simple steps.
It's National Hot Dog Month. And while most Chicagoans like their dogs with mustard, onion and relish, one Chicago bar and grill is celebrating all week long by offering a unique take on a different dog, inspired the streets of Chicago.
"Tinder" is one of the hottest new dating apps getting a lot of attention lately. Social media expert Tracy Samantha Schmidt with Crain Communications gives us a 101 on how Tinder works and the safety concerns you need to be aware of.
As your kids are enjoying summer break, you might be inclined to reach for comfort food more often. Pizza is of course a favorite for kid. So, why not make it yourself with your kids?
The suburbs' only two remaining outdoor theaters present both sides of a digital conversion dillema all theaters have to face. The Cascade Drive-In in West Chicago converted this spring, while the McHenry Outdoor Theater is trying to raise money to convert.
On Saturday, July 27, 2013, you're invited to join Chicago and suburban firefighters as they enter tugs of war, eating contests, and more to help kids battling cancer.
On Sunday, July 28, the Venus De Miles Second Annual Illinois Ride, an all women's cycling event in Lake Forest, raises money for the Greenhouse Scholars.
We end our week-long celebration of the Dogs Days Summer with a Doggie Makeover. All the deserving dogs were rescued by Felines & Canines , a cage-less, no-kill shelter on the north side of the city.
As ''The Dog Days of Summer'' are finally upon us, we need remember our pets. Dogs can easily burn their paws on hot blacktop or pick up nasty bacteria when enjoying a day at the beach.
The Salsa Truck, one of the city's first food trucks to be able to cook on board, opens a lunch spot in their garage, aptly named The Garage in the West Loop.
There's a new trend in cooking called functional cooking and it takes healthy foods to the next level. Chef Gerard Viverito has some simple tips for adding all-natural, beneficial ingredients to foods that you may be already eating.
More than 50-million Americans know how to knit or crochet, including superstar celebrities Ryan Gosling and Julia Roberts. But did you know that knitting can actually save your life?
The heat has finally arrived, and we're kicking off ''The Dog Days of Summer Week'' with everything fun for dogs. And what better way to spoil your pooch than with toys?