UPS using AI to prevent 'porch pirates' from stealing packages
UPS is using artificial intelligence to crack down on packages being stolen off front porches after delivery. Here's how the system, which the company is calling DeliveryDefense, works.
UPS is using artificial intelligence to crack down on packages being stolen off front porches after delivery. Here's how the system, which the company is calling DeliveryDefense, works.
Petition against Costco development in Burr Ridge gains momentum
A petition is in front of Burr Ridge officials pushing against the possibility for a Costco development in the village.
A petition is in front of Burr Ridge officials pushing against the possibility for a Costco development in the village.
Book your Thanksgiving, Christmas flights by this date to save money: economist
Prices for domestic trips over Thanksgiving, Christmas are down 14%, 12%, respectively.
Prices for domestic trips over Thanksgiving, Christmas are down 14%, 12%, respectively.
Wrigley Field vendors authorize strike
Levy Restaurant workers at Wrigley Field could strike soon. UNITE HERE Local 1 authorized a strike after the union and Levy have been at the bargaining table for more than a year.
Levy Restaurant workers at Wrigley Field could strike soon. UNITE HERE Local 1 authorized a strike after the union and Levy have been at the bargaining table for more than a year.
Historic Bronzeville church up for sale
A historic church in Bronzeville is apparently up for sale.
A historic church in Bronzeville is apparently up for sale.
This 'probably haunted' former funeral home is on the market
A “stunning property" and historic former funeral home is for sale in Massachusetts, but buyers beware: it’s probably haunted.
A “stunning property" and historic former funeral home is for sale in Massachusetts, but buyers beware: it’s probably haunted.
Budweiser Clydesdales will no longer shorten their tails, company says
Budweiser parent company Anheuser-Busch InBev announced Wednesday that its iconic Clydesdales will no longer have their tails shortened using a common, yet controversial, procedure that has drawn the ire of animal activists.
Budweiser parent company Anheuser-Busch InBev announced Wednesday that its iconic Clydesdales will no longer have their tails shortened using a common, yet controversial, procedure that has drawn the ire of animal activists.
Proposal to raise subminimum wage passes committee
The ?One Fair Wage? ordinance guarantees workers citywide get the same hourly rate of $15.80 with any tips paid out on top. If passed, the plan would phase out the tipped wage system over the next five years starting July 2024.
The ?One Fair Wage? ordinance guarantees workers citywide get the same hourly rate of $15.80 with any tips paid out on top. If passed, the plan would phase out the tipped wage system over the next five years starting July 2024.
Amazon hiring more than 9,000 employees in Illinois
Amazon announced on Tuesday that they will be hiring 250,000 employees throughout the U.S. for the holiday season in full-time, seasonal, and part-time roles across its operations network, and more than 9,000 of those positions will be in Illinois.
Amazon announced on Tuesday that they will be hiring 250,000 employees throughout the U.S. for the holiday season in full-time, seasonal, and part-time roles across its operations network, and more than 9,000 of those positions will be in Illinois.
Plus Size Clothing Pantry promotes second hand shopping
A Facebook Group in the suburbs is working to reduce textile waste while helping others get a fresh new wardrobe. Plus Size Clothing Pantry hosts monthly pop up events with XL to 6X sizes.
A Facebook Group in the suburbs is working to reduce textile waste while helping others get a fresh new wardrobe. Plus Size Clothing Pantry hosts monthly pop up events with XL to 6X sizes.
Kraft recall: Cheese slice wrappers could pose choking hazard, company says
More than 80,000 cases of Kraft Singles American processed cheese have been recalled after several consumer complaints.
More than 80,000 cases of Kraft Singles American processed cheese have been recalled after several consumer complaints.
Chicago City Council to vote on eliminating 'subminimum wage'
The One Fair Wage ordinance would raise the subminimum wage for workers who earn tips to the same rate as regular minimum wage.
The One Fair Wage ordinance would raise the subminimum wage for workers who earn tips to the same rate as regular minimum wage.
Target to hire 100,000 seasonal employees for holidays
Bracing for the holiday shopping season, Target announced it will offer deep discounts starting in October and hire nearly 100,000 employees for the holiday season.
Bracing for the holiday shopping season, Target announced it will offer deep discounts starting in October and hire nearly 100,000 employees for the holiday season.
Over 58,000 pounds of ground beef recalled due to E.coli concerns
Recalled beef was shipped to distributors in Georgia, Michigan, Ohio.
Recalled beef was shipped to distributors in Georgia, Michigan, Ohio.
Macy's to hire nearly 40,000 workers in seasonal roles
The seasonal jobs include openings on a full-time and part-time basis.
The seasonal jobs include openings on a full-time and part-time basis.
Taco Bell employee in hot water after customer makes disturbing find on bank statement: police
An Ohio Taco Bell employee was arrested this month after allegedly scamming customers with fraudulent credit card transactions, reports said.
An Ohio Taco Bell employee was arrested this month after allegedly scamming customers with fraudulent credit card transactions, reports said.
Amazon announces Prime Big Deal Days event in October
Amazon is holding its second Prime sale this year ahead of the holiday season. Here’s what we know about the Prime Big Deal Days event next month.
Amazon is holding its second Prime sale this year ahead of the holiday season. Here’s what we know about the Prime Big Deal Days event next month.
Generac recalls nearly 64,000 units of portable generators due to fire, burn hazard
Generac has issued a recall for close to 64,000 of their portable generators for fire and burn hazards after 27 incidents were reported, including three severe burns.
Generac has issued a recall for close to 64,000 of their portable generators for fire and burn hazards after 27 incidents were reported, including three severe burns.
UAW strike will drive up car prices, but not right away. Unless consumers panic
If the United Auto Workers strike isn't settled soon, consumers will see higher prices for new cars — and not just the ones from Detroit. Here's what to expect.
If the United Auto Workers strike isn't settled soon, consumers will see higher prices for new cars — and not just the ones from Detroit. Here's what to expect.
FDA sends warning letters to CVS, Walgreens other companies over unapproved eye products
CVS said it's already pulled its eye product from store shelves and online after getting the FDA's notice
CVS said it's already pulled its eye product from store shelves and online after getting the FDA's notice



















