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Celebrate Chicago Craft Beer Week at Naperville`s Solemn Oath Brewery Video included

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Solemn Oath Brewery in Naperville is one of the hottest local breweries in the area, and is featured in the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild's Chicago Craft Beer Week 2013.
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Downers Grove couple star in `Does Someone Have To Go?` premiere on FOX

New FOX show "Does Someone Have To Go?" premieres Thursday at 8 p.m. and the husband and wife team behind Velocity Merchant Services in Downers Grove is featured! Danoush and Dema Khairkhah explain. More>>

Chicago`s Thao `Duckie` Huynh joins newest season of `Master Chef`

The new season of "Master Chef" begins at 7 p.m. here on FOX! Chicago contestant Thao "Duckie" Huynh joined Good Day to explain how she got chosen and shared one of her favorite recipes. More>>

Grilling tips from Top Chef Jamie Purviance`s new book, `Weber`s New Real Grilling`

Many people take to the grill for Memorial Day weekend, the unspoken signal that summer has begun. Top Chef Jamie Purviance shared tips from his new book "Weber's New Real Grilling." More>>

Rochelle Trotter: Spring into Salad using an awesome superfood - beans! Video included

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Beans are a great super-food to get your body bikini-ready. Try the Haricort Verts with Fig Balsamic Glaze, Black Bean and Corn with Hearts of Palm or Chickpea with Zucchini, Romaine and Aged Parmesan Salads! More>>

David`s Tea partners with Violet Hour cocktail lounge to create new summer drinks!

David's Tea teamed up one of Chicago's hottest artisinal cocktail lounges, Chicago's Violet Hour, to create a new line of summer drinks! Lisa Tipton and Tyler Fry joined Good Day Chicago to explain. More>>

Gourmet dishes for your next dinner party from Marcel`s Culinary Experience - Part 1

Marcel's Culinary Experience owner Jill Foucré and executive chef Kelly Sears explained how the Glen Ellyn gourmet retail store and cooking school can help you prepare easy dishes for your next dinner party. More>>

Gourmet dishes for your next dinner party from Marcel`s Culinary Experience - Part 2

Marcel's Culinary Experience owner Jill Foucré and executive chef Kelly Sears explained how the Glen Ellyn gourmet retail store and cooking school can help you prepare easy dishes for your next dinner party. More>>

Minnesota teen inspires millions before losing battle with bone cancer Video included

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A Minnesota teen with terminal bone cancer passed away Monday, but not before making a big difference. Zach Sobiech wrote a song called "Clouds" that reached millions around the globe.
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Oklahoma City Thunder`s Kevin Durant donates $1M to disaster relief

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Kevin Durant, one of the Oklahoma City Thunder's biggest stars, made a generous show of support for tornado victims on Tuesday. His foundation hopes to inspire others to do the same. More>>

The fabulous Rhea Perlman headlines Northlight Theatre`s `Stella and Lou`

Four-time Emmy winner and star of Northlight Theatre's "Stella and Lou" Rhea Perlman joined Bill Zwecker to speak on the world premiere and teaming up with  fellow "Cheers" alum Kirstie Alley again very soon! More>>

Ray Manzarek passes away, Arnold and Maria`s divorce, Walters daughter gets DUI: TMZ

TMZ's Dax Holt reports on Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver's drawn out divorce proceedings, Barbara Walters' daughter gets a DUI, legendary keyboardist and Chicago native Ray Manzarek's passing. More>>

Publicist: Ray Manzarek, founding member of The Doors, dies

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Ray Manzarek, the keyboardist and founding member of The Doors who had a dramatic impact on rock ‘n' roll, has died. He was 74. More>>

The Art Museo holds `Brilliance of Autism` exhibit at the Intercontinental Chicago O`Hare

The Art Museo at the Intercontinental Chicago O'Hare will showcase the talent of autistic artists in a special exhibit, "Brilliance of Autism." Curator Dr. Jacqueline Marquette, her son, artist Trent Altman explain. More>>

Jagermeister Country Tour artist Rick Monroe performs `Just the Same`

Country crooner Rick Monroe is on the Jagermeister country tour, which stops in Bloomington and South Bend this week. He performed his new single "Just the Same" for Good Day Chicago on Monday! More>>

Leslie Zemeckis releases `Behind the Burly Q: The History of American Burlesque`

Leslie Zemeckis, wife of Oscar winning director Robert Zemeckis, has released her new book, "Behind the Burly Q: The History of American Burlesque." She explains where it all started - with a documentary. More>>

Cooper, Galifianakis, Helms on `Hangover Part III,` premiere after party: Zwecker

FOX's Bill Zwecker shares photos from "The Hangover Part III" premiere after party in Las Vegas, and sat down with stars Bradley Cooper, Zach Galifianakis and Ed Helms to get their take on the film. More>>

Navy Pier manager breaks Guinness record with 48-hour Ferris wheel ride

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It didn't seem right to Clinton Shepherd that the birthplace of the Ferris wheel didn't hold the record for the longest Ferris wheel ride. More>>

3 Chicago spots make top 10 list for nation`s best pizza Video included

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We all know Chicago has great pizza and now a survey of the country's food experts proves it. More>>

Don`t miss out on `Star Trek: Into Darkness` or `The Ice Man` this weekend: Zwecker

FOX entertainment guru Bill Zwecker reviewed "Star Trek: Into Darkness" and "The Ice Man" starring Michael Shannon in the Screening Room Friday. Both are must-see movies, and they open this weekend! Don't miss out! More>>

`American Idol` winner Candice Glover never gave up on her dream: Zwecker

Candice Glover was named the nation's favorite singer on "American Idol" Thursday night, after singing with Aretha Franklin and Chicago native and "Idol" alum Jennifer Hudson. She never, ever gave up on her dream. More>>

Candice Glover wins `American Idol` 12: ZWECKER

There's a new "American Idol." The winner of season 12 is Candice Glover! More>>

American Idol finalists await their fate after finale performances: Zwecker

American Idol will soon name the nation's newest, favorite singer. The last two hopefuls gave their finale performances Wednesday night, and their fate depends on the vote. Bill Zwecker reports. More>>

`Charlie`s Angel` Jaclyn Smith previews new Kmart outdoor living line

Former "Charlie's Angel" Jaclyn Smith is celebrating 28 years with Kmart by launching her new outdoor living line. She explained you can bring the comfort of the indoors outside by "shopping your way." More>>

Rediscover 1920s glam with `Gatsby` looks from Paul Stuart, Lulu at the Belle Kay

Rediscover 1920s glam with "The Great Gatsby!" Randy Lewis from Paul Stuart and Laurie Davis from the vintage store Lulu's at the Belle Kay show how to glitz up any formal look. More>>

Kanye protects Kim, Danity Kane reunion, Tisdale Twitter stalker: TMZ

TMZ's Dax Holt has the latest on Kim Kardashian saying the press has been increasingly aggressive during her pregnancy, a possible Danity Kane reunion and Ashley Tisdale's Twitter stalker. More>>

Legendary actress Sally Kellerman releases tell-all autobiography `Read My Lips`

Golden Globe and Oscar nominee, musician and original Major Margaret "Hot Lips" Houlihan from "MASH," Sally Kellerman introduced her revealing tell-all autobiography "Read My Lips." More>>

Walters` retirement, Beyonce baby rumors, teen star Twitter war: Zwecker

Bill Zwecker has the scoop on Miley Cyrus receiving nasty comments from fans of Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift, Barbara Walters' retirement, Beyonce baby rumors and new judges on"The X-Factor." More>>

Jessica Alba raises awareness for toxin free baby products in Chicago

Starlet and mom of two Jessica Alba was at Lincoln Park's Land of Nod this week, hosting a baby shower for a Chicago mom who shares her mission to keep their families healthy and toxin free. More>>

Chef Paul Kahan of Blackbird makes Chicago proud at James Beard Awards

Chef Paul Kahan of Blackbird restaurant is making Chicago proud. He just won Outstanding Chef at the 2013 James Beard Awards – the Oscars of the food industry.
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Quincy Jones piano prodigy Emily Bear performs new song, `Salsa Americana`

Quincy Jones musical prodigy, 11-year-old pianist and Rockford native Emily Bear performed "Salsa Americana" from her new album "Diversity." She'll be at Old Town School of Folk Music, with Quincy, on Friday! More>>

Chicago`s Craig Robinson leads in `Peeples,` `The Great Gatsby` is a must-see: Zwecker

Bill Zwecker sat down with Chicago native and "The Office" favorite Craig Robinson, who leads in Tyler Perry's new film "Peeples" with Kerry Washington. Bill also says "The Great Gatsby" is a must-see! More>>

Angie Miller eliminated on `American Idol`: ZWECKER

Angie Miller was eliminated on "American Idol," leaving Candice Glover going up against Kree Harrison in next week's finals. More>>

Chef Herve Cuyeu: Give your mom a Waldorf Astoria-style breakfast-in-bed

Waldorf Astoria Chicago Executive Chef Herve Cuyeu showed how you can pamper your mom this Mother's Day with a decadent breakfast-in-bed experience this Sunday morning. More>>

Ride Batman backward at Six Flags Great America this summer! Video included

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Summer is almost here! That means Six Flags Great America opens daily very soon, Good Day took a trip to the Gurnee amusement park to get a fun preview of the newest rides and attractions. More>>

Special offers of summer fashion for kids - and more - in Lincoln Square!

The Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce is hosting "Kids in the Square" this Saturday. Executive Director Rudy Flores and Isabel Rubinas showed what Lollipop Seeds is offering! More>>

Spring into Salad with Rochelle Trotter: Mediterranean Grain recipe

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Spring into Salads with Rochelle Trotter! Believe us, these aren't your mama's recipes. Learn how to make the Mediterranean grain salad, black rice Asian slaw and the collard green quinoa salads! More>>

Carlyn Berghoff shows how you can go gluten-free with new cookbook

Many people are giving up bread and pasta to go gluten-free because of celiac disease and gluten intolerance. Famed restaurant owner Carlyn Berghoff shows how to do it in her new book! More>>

`Zero Dark Thirty` actor Julian Lewis Jones saves wallaby

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Movie star Julian Lewis Jones, one of the stars of "Zero Dark Thirty" played animal rescuer for a day. More>>

Cemitas Puebla boats authentic and unique Mexican food for Cinco de Mayo

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with authentic and unique Mexican food at Cemitas Puebla in Humboldt Park, which was featured on Food Network's "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives." Owner Tony Anteliz explains. More>>

Dash-cam VIDEO: Reese Witherspoon unfiltered during Atlanta arrest

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Dash-cam video of Reese Witherspoon's recent arrest provides a rare glimpse at the actress as she, after "one too many" glasses of wine, takes on a no-nonsense Ga. state trooper following her husband's traffic stop. More>>

`Idol` top 3, `Iron Man 3,` latest celeb buzz : ZWECKER

Entertainment reporter Bill Zwecker dishes on ‘American Idol's' Amber Holcomb being sent home, plus a rave review for ‘Iron Man 3' and the latest with the Jackson trial and Lindsay Lohan. More>>

Kentucky Derby cocktails, parties in Chicago with Tim Williams and Kevin Aeh

Kevin Aeh shared the best Kentucky Derby parties in Chicago. Tim Williams, the head bartender at Old Town Social and RM Champagne Salon, mixed up some derby cocktails. More>>

`American Idol` Candice Glover on being a finalist

`American Idol` is down to the final 4 candidates: Candice Glover, Angie Miller, Kree Harrison and Amber Holcomb. Top contender Candice Glover talks about Wednesday night's performance which got her a standing ovation.
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Fresco 21`s Chef Cameron Grant: Pairing great wine with Mediterranean food

Chef Cameron Grant of the hot new restaurant Fresco 21 in Rosemont is hosting a special Mediterranean dinner this weekend, complete with pairings from a legendary Italian winemaker. More>>

Cos Bar comes to Highland Park, hosts Mom`s Night Out with Posh Essentials Video included

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Cos Bar is a high-end cosmetics and skincare boutique in Aspen, Colorado – and they're coming to Highland Park! They're teaming up with Posh Essential to host "Mom's Night Out" next week. More>>

Sesame Street friends in Chicago for `Elmo Makes Music` Live! Video included

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It's a sunny day here at Good Day Chicago! Elmo, Cookie Monster and their Sesame Street friends from "Elmo Makes Music" are in Chicago, sweeping the clouds away. More>>

MS Rau, American Garage display at Merchandise Mart International Antiques Fair

More than 100 of the world's top fine art and antique dealers are at the annual Merchandise Mart International Antiques Fair. MS Rau Antiques' Bill Rau and American Garage's Michael Ogle gave a preview. More>>

Brandon Marshall to buy dinner for first 100 donors at Municipal: Zink

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Brandon Marshall is having an NFL Draft party at Municipal Bar and Grille on Thursday, April 25, from 7-9 p.m. He is also buying dinner for the first 100 people who show up and donate!
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TV anchor fired after 1st-ever broadcast for using profanity on air Video included

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A weekend news anchorman for a North Dakota television station says he was fired after he opened his first-ever broadcast with obscenities. More>>

Bob Sirott`s One More Thing about a movie you need to see Video included

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Over the weekend, the Tom Cruise sci-fi thriller "Oblivion" was number one at the box office. But the movie I'm talking about wasn't even in the top ten. More>>

Stars helping Boston victims, Osbourne gossip, latest `Idol` scoop: ZWECKER Video included

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There were some marvelous moments on "American Idol" Wednesday night. More>>

Joey McIntyre, Summer Sanders tweet from Boston Marathon

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New Kids on the Block singer Joey McIntyre, "Survivor "star Ethan John, and Olympic swimmer Summer Sanders were among the celebrities running in the Boston Marathon Monday. More>>

`Kitchen Crashers` host Alison Victoria on new season, featuring Chicago

The new season of DIY Network's "Kitchen Crashers" premieres Monday night, hosted by Chicago's Alison Victoria. She has the scoop on what's new, as well as local residents and businesses featured on the show. More>>

PHOTOS: 'The Avengers' takes top prize at MTV Movie Awards

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The MTV Movie Awards spread the golden popcorn prizes around, and even included a touch of Bollywood. More>>

Chicago History Museum honors Ebony Fashion Fair with new exhibit

The Chicago History Museum pays tribute to the Ebony Fashion Fair. The traveling show began in 1958 and brought stunning European fashion to the black community. "Inspiring Beauty" curator Joy Bivins explains. More>>

Bill and Giuliana Rancic answer Good Day Chicago viewers questions: Chat Room

The Rancics also answered Good Day Chicago viewers' Facebook questions, discussed having children later in life, how important age is when it comes to working in Hollywood and bootleg designer bags. More>>

Bill and Giuliana Rancic speak on parenting, `Ready for Love`: Chat Room

On Friday's Chat Room, Chicago power couple Bill and Giuliana Rancic joined Susanna Negovan and Rochelle Trotter to discuss being parents, their future plans and their new show "Ready for Love." More>>

Rochelle Trotter: Diabetes-friendly recipe for curried chicken salad with grapes

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Diabetes awareness is important to Rochelle Trotter, who shared recipes for tasty food – like curried chicken salad with grapes - for diabetics, and explained how exercise can improve quality of life. More>>

Carasco Photography Cara Nava: Plan your wedding like a photographer

Wedding season is upon us. Planning a wedding can be pretty overwhelming. But Carasco Photography co-founder Cara Nava shared some great tips on how to plan your big day. More>>

Brad Paisley-LL Cool J song stirs up controversy

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Brad Paisley's collaboration with LL Cool J on "Accidental Racist" has accidentally kicked up some controversy. More>>

BellyQ Chef Bill Kim`s Chicken and Mushroom Dumplings Video included

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West Loop hotspot BellyQ is teaming up with men's fashion expert Haberdash to host a charity event called "Fashion Rocks." Chef Bill Kim joined FOX 32 News to showcase the food you can try there. More>>

StyleChicago.com celebrate local designers at `The Art of Fashion`

StyleChicago.com celebrates the best on Chicago fashion design every season, in "The Art of Fashion" runway show. President Jonathan Smith and Zzazz Productions' Tracey Tarantino gave a preview. More>>

Lady Gaga shuts down Bikram River North yoga studio: Kelli Zink

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Most celebs love Chicago because of the lack of paparazzi, but photogs or not - Lady Gaga got noticed in a big way on Saturday. The artist shut down Bikram River North Saturday afternoon. More>>

Pop-up market, cultural festival Fete features finest in Chicago food and design

Fête is a new pop-up market and cultural festival that celebrates the finest in Chicago's food and design, and toasts the city's creative, artistic pulse. Co-founder Heather Sperling spoke on their second event – ever. More>>

`American Idol` winner Scotty McCreery in town for Aurora performance

Scotty McCreery stopped by FOX 32's studio before he went to Aurora to play his sold-out show. McCreery is the youngest man to win "American Idol," and was very excited to be back in Chicago. More>>

Making chocolate fondue for Easter with Katherine Duncan

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Katherine Duncan of Katherine Anne Confections showed how to make chocolate fondue on Good Day Chicago on Thursday morning, and she wanted to share the recipe with viewers for your Easter dessert! More>>

Top 8 ` Idol` contestants sing Motown classics: ZWECKER

The top eight "American Idol" contestants -- including Chicago's own Devin Velez -- did their best to interpret Motown classics Wednesday night. More>>

Prepare for Easter at Papa's Fresh Foods in Palos Heights Video included

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With Easter fast approaching, many of you will be heading out to the grocery to get the goods for Sunday's feast. An Irish grocer in Palos Heights may have just what you need. More>>

Bieber investigated for battery: TMZ

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Justin Bieber had a rough time on his European concert tour and his homecoming has not been much better. More>>

Celebrate Passover at 11 City Diner with Brad Rubin Video included

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Many viewers are celebrating Passover this week. The Jewish holiday is filled with religious customs, traditions and great food. The South Loop's 11 City Diner is doing Passover in the Chicago style. More>>

Peter Navarro`s documentary `Death by China` gives insight to unfair trade practices

Peter Navarro is a leading expert on the Chinese-American trade issues, and he says China's unfair trade practices are hurting our economy and American workers in his new documentary, "Death by China." More>>

Chicago fashion design students compete for $5K scholarship

Chicago Fashion Foundation's 6th Annual Future of Chicago Event takes place Thursday night. The fashion show features 15 local student designers will compete and win a $5,000 scholarship! More>>

`American Idol` update, late night show host rumors circulate: Zwecker

Bill Zwecker gives the latest "Idol" update on Chicago's own Devin Velez and squashes the rumors about Jay Leno leaving late night. More>>

Cheeky Chicago offers VIP status and fabulous perks with exclusive card

Cheeky Chicago is an online lifestyle magazine with the hottest city destinations. Erica Bethe Levin and Jessica Zweig explained how their exclusive card program is offering fabulous perks and VIP status. More>>

Behind the scenes with Starbucks baristas, paying it forward Video included

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There's a Starbucks coffee shop on almost every other block in Chicago, and a number of baristas behind each counter creating those drinks coffee-lovers buy every day. More>>

Rapper Lil Wayne 'recovering' in hospital after seizure

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Lil Wayne has been hospitalized, but according to his camp and his official Twitter account - he's OK. More>>

`Dukes of Melrose` star and Decades co-founder Christos Garkinos in Chicago

Luxury consignment shop Decades sells clothes straight from the closets of fashion icons - and you can get them for up to 80% off the retail price. Co-founder Christos Garkinos is in Chicago this weekend. More>>

Kevin Aeh of Time Out Chicago`s picks for St. Patrick`s Day

Time Out Chicago's Kevin Aeh recommends the St. Paddy's Day Run, Irish American Heritage Center events, the photo scavenger hunt, Kill Me I'm Irish, Gaelic Storm and a leprechaun screening to celebrate! More>>

Latest `Idol’ news, weekend box office buzz: ZWECKER Video included

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The top ten were whittled down to nine finalists in "American Idol" Thursday night. More>>

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