Chicago-based company creates board game inspired by rats as city is once again named rat capital of the US

In the Target: Rats Game, each player is on a mission to multiply their rat family, build new nests and be crowned "Da Big Cheese," which is the rat ruler who sits atop of a golden thrown of Chicago deep dish pizza.

What's happening this weekend in Chicago?

The weather may be unseasonably warm, but these weekend events will get you thinking about the holiday season. Check out the things you won't want to miss in Chicago this weekend. 

Sprinkles Cupcakes founder releases new book, 'Sweet Success'
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The founder of Sprinkles Cupcakes Candace Nelson says her success began when she set out to elevate the lowly cupcake and charge $3 for it. Sprinkles invented the cupcake ATM and changed the bakery landscape. Her book "Sweet Success" was written for women to follow their intuition and begin their own paths to success.

‘Monarch’ episode 8 recap: Pool parties and debutante balls

Welcome back to "Monarch" recaps! In this week’s episode, "The Crown," Nicky and Catt prepare their daughters for a debutante ball while Gigi makes a splash at a pool party.

Chris Evans named ‘Sexiest Man Alive’ by People magazine

Chris Evans, who is now the third Marvel Avengers actor to hold the Sexiest Man Alive title, says he knows his friends will be teasing him heavily.

Video: Backstreet Boys address death of Aaron Carter at London show

Just hours after the news broke of Aaron Carter’s death, the Backstreet Boys paid tribute to him at their show in London.

Aaron Carter found dead at 34 inside his home

Singer Aaron Carter has died after apparently drowning at his Lancaster home Saturday morning, according to reports from TMZ.

Donda Academy students negatively impacted by 'Ye scandal'
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Rapper Kanye West has lost millions of dollars because of his controversial and anti-Semitic remarks. But the loss goes far beyond his billionaire status.

Season 3 of 'Family Karma' to premiere Sunday on Bravo
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Vishal Parvani and Anisha Ramakrishna preview Season 3 of the hit Bravo show "Family Karma," which premieres this Sunday.

Festival of Wood and Barrel-Aged Beer happens this weekend in Little Italy
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Head on over to Credit Union 1 Arena this weekend for a chance taste over 300 beers from 200 different breweries. Hosted by the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild, the event will take place Friday and Saturday afternoon.

Best things to do in Chicago this weekend

November has arrived in Chicago and with it comes an entire slate of fall activities.