Buc-ee’s CEO signals expansion shift away from blue states that ‘don’t appreciate’ chain
Buc-ee’s CEO suggested recently that the Texas-based travel center chain may be done looking into blue districts, saying some communities do not appreciate what the company brings while conservative states offer business-friendly and family-oriented values.
Buc-ee’s CEO suggested recently that the Texas-based travel center chain may be done looking into blue districts, saying some communities do not appreciate what the company brings while conservative states offer business-friendly and family-oriented values.
Canada not a US subsidiary, Carney says; Trump posts ‘fall in line’
The trade war between the United States and Canada became a war of words on Monday. Prime Minister Mark Carney accused Washington of trying to subordinate his nation, while President Donald Trump threatened worse consequences if Canada does not "fall in line."
The trade war between the United States and Canada became a war of words on Monday. Prime Minister Mark Carney accused Washington of trying to subordinate his nation, while President Donald Trump threatened worse consequences if Canada does not "fall in line."
Trump administration proposes over $103K fee for new H-1B worker visas
The Trump administration proposed a $103,265 fee for H-1B visas after a similar fee was struck down, with the revenue intended to help fund the U.S. immigration system.
The Trump administration proposed a $103,265 fee for H-1B visas after a similar fee was struck down, with the revenue intended to help fund the U.S. immigration system.
This Wisconsin city is among the best for home buyers in 2026
WalletHub ranked cities across the United States for their real estate markets and this Wisconsin city placed among the top 10.
WalletHub ranked cities across the United States for their real estate markets and this Wisconsin city placed among the top 10.
Chicago business offers free laundry service after storms | ChicagoLIVE
Rinse Cycle Valet owner DeAndra Gathings is providing free laundry and delivery for storm-affected families throughout Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana.
Rinse Cycle Valet owner DeAndra Gathings is providing free laundry and delivery for storm-affected families throughout Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana.
Joe Freshgoods talks fashion, coffee and his new West Town space | Extended interview
West Side native and streetwear icon Joe Freshgoods sits down with FOX Chicago’s Tia Ewing to discuss his Chicago roots, influential career and new space bringing fashion, coffee, art, books and community together. Watch the extended interview.
West Side native and streetwear icon Joe Freshgoods sits down with FOX Chicago’s Tia Ewing to discuss his Chicago roots, influential career and new space bringing fashion, coffee, art, books and community together. Watch the extended interview.
American Airlines reveals makeover of narrowbody fleet with new tech, more premium seats
American Airlines plans to give its entire narrowbody fleet of planes a giant makeover that will result in more room for many of the passengers and more technology for all of them.
American Airlines plans to give its entire narrowbody fleet of planes a giant makeover that will result in more room for many of the passengers and more technology for all of them.
Moderna cancer vaccine cuts melanoma risk in breakthrough trial, shares surge 160%
Moderna and Merck reported promising late-stage trial results for their personalized mRNA cancer vaccine, which lowered the risk of melanoma.
Moderna and Merck reported promising late-stage trial results for their personalized mRNA cancer vaccine, which lowered the risk of melanoma.
Amazon expanding drone deliveries to 500 cities
From toiletries to grill accessories, hundreds of cities could now begin to see their Amazon deliveries literally drop from the sky, as the retail giant is expanding their drone delivery service to nearly 500 cities nationwide.
From toiletries to grill accessories, hundreds of cities could now begin to see their Amazon deliveries literally drop from the sky, as the retail giant is expanding their drone delivery service to nearly 500 cities nationwide.
Rebel Creamery files for bankruptcy after losing legal battle with rival Van Leeuwen
Low-carb ice cream maker Rebel Creamery has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Low-carb ice cream maker Rebel Creamery has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Bally’s Casino releases earnings report after halting construction on new River West location
Bally’s Casino reported more than $792 million in revenue while carrying $4.5 billion in debt. The financial results come after Bally’s halted construction on its planned River West location. FOX Chicago’s Bret Buganski has more on the company’s finances.
Bally’s Casino reported more than $792 million in revenue while carrying $4.5 billion in debt. The financial results come after Bally’s halted construction on its planned River West location. FOX Chicago’s Bret Buganski has more on the company’s finances.
Tyson Foods to close two facilities, pursue sale of third amid cattle shortage
Tyson Foods is restructuring its beef business by closing facilities in Joslin, Illinois, and Eagle Mountain, Utah, while pursuing the sale of its Pasco, Washington, plant.
Tyson Foods is restructuring its beef business by closing facilities in Joslin, Illinois, and Eagle Mountain, Utah, while pursuing the sale of its Pasco, Washington, plant.
IBEW Local 9 provides an update on power outages after severe storms | ChicagoLIVE
IBEW says crews are working 16+ hour days working to restore power across the southern suburbs and NW Indiana.
IBEW says crews are working 16+ hour days working to restore power across the southern suburbs and NW Indiana.
Major supermarket chain closes at least 39 stores as nationwide overhaul takes shape
Kroger has closed at least three dozen stores since announcing plans last year to shutter 60 locations that were not "delivering sustainable results" by the end of 2026.
Kroger has closed at least three dozen stores since announcing plans last year to shutter 60 locations that were not "delivering sustainable results" by the end of 2026.
Parking is free again at Fashion Outlets of Chicago
Rosemont Mayor weighs in on the Fashion Outlets of Chicago reversing its pay-to-park policy and addresses concerns that people are parking at the mall before heading to O’Hare.
Rosemont Mayor weighs in on the Fashion Outlets of Chicago reversing its pay-to-park policy and addresses concerns that people are parking at the mall before heading to O’Hare.
Alders demand Bally’s resume casino development, call for public hearing
Ald. Brian Hopkins weighs in on Bally’s construction pause, blasting the casino deal while calling on the company to get the project back on track.
Ald. Brian Hopkins weighs in on Bally’s construction pause, blasting the casino deal while calling on the company to get the project back on track.
7UP changes its famous formula, puts lime in limelight
7UP is changing the formula for all its sodas to feature lime more prominently.
7UP is changing the formula for all its sodas to feature lime more prominently.
Wendy's loses status as second-largest burger chain after 6-year run
Burger King's same-store sales jumped 8.5% while Wendy's reported a 7% decline in its sixth straight quarter of contraction
Burger King's same-store sales jumped 8.5% while Wendy's reported a 7% decline in its sixth straight quarter of contraction
Elon Musk’s SpaceX posts $541M loss; Starlink subscribers surge
SpaceX’s first quarterly earnings report since becoming a publicly traded company came with the news that it lost more than a half-billion dollars over the three months that ended in June.
SpaceX’s first quarterly earnings report since becoming a publicly traded company came with the news that it lost more than a half-billion dollars over the three months that ended in June.
FIFA World Cup: US host cities say FIFA owes them $1 million each from promised legacy contribution
U.S. host cities are demanding reimbursement from FIFA, claiming the international soccer governing body hasn’t distributed funding earmarked for operational projects for this year’s World Cup.
U.S. host cities are demanding reimbursement from FIFA, claiming the international soccer governing body hasn’t distributed funding earmarked for operational projects for this year’s World Cup.