Chicago-area students pack 30,000 meals to fight hunger
From 1,600 meals to 30,000! How a suburban Chicago school turned a day off into a day of giving.
Valentino Garavani, legendary fashion designer, dies
Valentino Garavani — the legendary fashion designer and founder of the Valentino brand — has died. Here's what we know.
Chicago's Final Coquito Showdown features best Puerto Rican flavors
Not everyone may know about coquitos, one of the best drinks for the winter season. Bacardi is hosting a competition called Chicago's Final Coquito Showdown.
Foods that Americans were told to avoid for decades are back under Trump's new nutrition rules
Foods that Americans were told to avoid for decades are back under Trump's new nutrition rules. Here's a summary of which foods are back.
Roaring Table Brewery in Lake Zurich offers amazing gameday eats
If you can't make it out to the Bears game, give Roaring Table Brewery in Lake Zurich a try for your gameday food.
America's 250th anniversary sparks travel rush
America's 250th anniversary this year is sparking some travel trends, with experts warning to book early for events on your radar.
'This is Chicago': Lou Malnati's show off hometown pride before Bears-Rams game
Lou Malnati's is showing off its hometown pride ahead of Sunday's Bears game against the Los Angeles Rams.
Cancer survival rates reach record high, but deadliest types still put Americans at risk
Cancer survival rates have reached record highs, but the deadliest types are still putting Americans at risk.
One country just shut down a service people depended on for generations
Mailboxes will soon be a thing of the past for this country, which just ended its letter mail delivery service after 400 years.
Moo Joe's Ice Cream comes to Evanston
A new ice cream shop is opening in Evanston, Moo Joe's.
GM recalls more than 80K Chevy vehicles over serious pedestrian safety risk
More than 80,000 Chevy vehicles are being recalled because their pedestrian alert sound system is defective, federal regulators said.
Does what you wear while flying really matter?
In recent months, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has encouraged air travelers to dress with what he called respect, saying it could help promote better behavior on flights. Shea Oakley, an aviation historian, joins us to discuss how expectations for air travel have changed over time and how the overall quality of flying has evolved.
TSA $45 security fee for those flying without acceptable identification begins Feb. 1
Attention air travelers. The new Transportation Security Administration (TSA) $45 fee option for travelers without a REAL ID begins Feb. 1.
Map: These were the top moving destinations in 2025, U-Haul data shows
New analysis from U-Haul shows which states people moved to the most in 2025, with a notable migration trend from the harsh winters of the Northeast to sunnier southern states.
Beef prices soar as American families pay steep prices for steaks and burgers nationwide
Beef prices are surging, and American households are forking over more money for their steaks, roasts and burgers, the latest inflation data shows.
Time Out Market Chicago to close next week, leaving only one U.S. location
Time Out Market Chicago will shut its doors on January 23, with company leaders citing inconsistent foot traffic and rising costs as key reasons for the closure. The Fulton Market food hall has been home to more than a dozen vendors since 2019, and its closing comes as restaurants across Chicago continue to feel the impact of inflation and hybrid work schedules.
How to watch Chicago Bears vs. Los Angeles Rams: TV, streaming, watch parties and deals
Here’s where Bears fans can watch the Rams matchup across Chicago, with watch parties, specials and playoff freebies.
Time Out Market to close later this month in Fulton Market
Time Out Market Chicago will close later this month in the Fulton Market District, the company announced Wednesday.
New River North restaurant Íla’s blends global flavors with family roots
Owner and head chef Kirtan Gandhi shares how his heritage inspired Íla’s eclectic, globally influenced menu, what dishes guests are loving, and what’s next for the new River North dining destination.
Recall of cheese products upgraded to highest danger level over Listeria-causing bacteria: FDA
The Food and Drug Administration announced that a recall of cheese products has been upgraded to the most serious risk category after testing positive for a potentially deadly bacteria, Listeria monocytogenes.