Spirit Airlines shutting down immediately: What customers can do
Airlines are offering capped ticket prices and relief for Spirit Airlines customers after the company's sudden closure, but only for a limited time.
Airlines are offering capped ticket prices and relief for Spirit Airlines customers after the company's sudden closure, but only for a limited time.
South Side Chicago neighborhood sees new homes rise on long-vacant lots
A Far South Side block is growing again, with more homes on the way.
A Far South Side block is growing again, with more homes on the way.
Chicago neighborhood sees new homes rise on long-vacant lots
A Far South Side block is growing again, with more homes on the way.
A Far South Side block is growing again, with more homes on the way.
Baby comfort plushies recalled over choking hazard, CPSC says
The recall covers more than 200,000 Stephan Baby-branded Boo Bunnie and Friends children’s toys which were sold at various retailers online, including Amazon, Walmart, Target.
The recall covers more than 200,000 Stephan Baby-branded Boo Bunnie and Friends children’s toys which were sold at various retailers online, including Amazon, Walmart, Target.
Thousands of Build-A-Bear toys recalled over hazard risk to children
Build-A-Bear Workshop, a popular store where children can build their own teddy bears, is recalling 36,000 weighted plush bears over risk of choking in children.
Build-A-Bear Workshop, a popular store where children can build their own teddy bears, is recalling 36,000 weighted plush bears over risk of choking in children.
USDA issues health alert for frozen pizza sold nationwide at Aldi stores due Salmonella concerns
A health alert has been issued by the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) for a frozen pizza brand sold nationwide at Aldi stores because of possible Salmonella contamination.
A health alert has been issued by the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) for a frozen pizza brand sold nationwide at Aldi stores because of possible Salmonella contamination.
Child safety risk sparks popular nasal spray recall, nearly 800K bottles impacted
Bayer issued a recall for nearly 800,000 units of Afrin nasal spray bottles after the packaging was found to be not child resistant on Thursday.
Bayer issued a recall for nearly 800,000 units of Afrin nasal spray bottles after the packaging was found to be not child resistant on Thursday.
FCA US recalls 20,000 Jeep, Dodge models over faulty display panels
Chrysler (FCA US) is recalling more than 20,000 Jeep and Dodge vehicles over faulty display panels that could increase the risk of a crash.
Chrysler (FCA US) is recalling more than 20,000 Jeep and Dodge vehicles over faulty display panels that could increase the risk of a crash.
Thermos recalls over 8 million Stainless King products over injury concerns
A massive nationwide recall has been issued for more than 8 million Thermos brand food jars and beverage bottles after federal safety officials warned the products could cause serious injuries.
A massive nationwide recall has been issued for more than 8 million Thermos brand food jars and beverage bottles after federal safety officials warned the products could cause serious injuries.
Check your ID: Firehouse Subs giving away free sandwiches to people with this name
Firehouse Subs is hosting a nationwide free sandwich giveaway on May 6 for customers who share a specific common name.
Firehouse Subs is hosting a nationwide free sandwich giveaway on May 6 for customers who share a specific common name.
Wireless prices fall despite inflation, report finds
U.S. wireless prices are declining even as inflation drives up costs across the broader economy, according to CTIA’s 2026 Wireless Affordability Tracker.
U.S. wireless prices are declining even as inflation drives up costs across the broader economy, according to CTIA’s 2026 Wireless Affordability Tracker.
Costco updates iconic $1.50 hot dog combo for 1st time in 40 years
The $1.50 Costco hot dog combo just got its first makeover since the '80s.
The $1.50 Costco hot dog combo just got its first makeover since the '80s.
Ghirardelli recalls hot cocoa, other products over possible salmonella concerns
Ghirardelli is recalling hot cocoa and other drink mixes over possible salmonella contamination. Here’s what to know.
Ghirardelli is recalling hot cocoa and other drink mixes over possible salmonella contamination. Here’s what to know.
New passports featuring Trump’s image unveiled by State Department
The State Department is rolling out passports with President Donald Trump’s image prominently featured on the inside cover. Here's what to know.
The State Department is rolling out passports with President Donald Trump’s image prominently featured on the inside cover. Here's what to know.
$170M makeover planned for Water Tower Place as Mag Mile sees resurgence
Water Tower Place is set for a major renovation as Michigan Avenue rebounds with strong foot traffic and new experiential retail, drawing millions of visitors back to the Magnificent Mile.
Water Tower Place is set for a major renovation as Michigan Avenue rebounds with strong foot traffic and new experiential retail, drawing millions of visitors back to the Magnificent Mile.
SNAP changes: New program aims to help Illinois residents facing benefit cliff
As federal SNAP work requirements return, a new workforce platform is launching to help Illinois residents build skills and find employment amid looming benefit cuts.
As federal SNAP work requirements return, a new workforce platform is launching to help Illinois residents build skills and find employment amid looming benefit cuts.
Social Security May payment schedule: Here’s when recipients get their checks
Social Security May payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.
Social Security May payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.
150K Illinois households may lose SNAP assistance beginning May 1
SNAP recipients have a deadline this week -- some will lose their benefits by Friday. Here's what to do before May 1.
SNAP recipients have a deadline this week -- some will lose their benefits by Friday. Here's what to do before May 1.
These are the best entry-level jobs in 2026, data suggests
WalletHub ranked the best entry-level jobs based on opportunity, growth potential, and job safety.
WalletHub ranked the best entry-level jobs based on opportunity, growth potential, and job safety.
Water Tower Place plans $170M upgrade to boost Mag Mile traffic | ChicagoLIVE
Water Tower Place is preparing for a major overhaul as it marks its 50th anniversary.
Water Tower Place is preparing for a major overhaul as it marks its 50th anniversary.