Chicago shuts down rogue UPS stores, and other hot stories from Block Club
There's always a lot going around Chicago and Block Club is always there to report some of the most interesting stories in our local neighborhoods.
There's always a lot going around Chicago and Block Club is always there to report some of the most interesting stories in our local neighborhoods.
American Airlines flights temporarily grounded after nationwide 'technical issue'
A "technical issue" on Christmas Eve morning temporarily grounded all American Airlines flights nationwide as millions travel for the holiday season.
A "technical issue" on Christmas Eve morning temporarily grounded all American Airlines flights nationwide as millions travel for the holiday season.
'Mensch on a Bench' brings fun to the celebration of Hanukkah
Hanukkah starts at sundown on Dec. 25 and the founder of Hanukkah's 'Mensch on a Bench' shared his story of why he started the line of products.
Hanukkah starts at sundown on Dec. 25 and the founder of Hanukkah's 'Mensch on a Bench' shared his story of why he started the line of products.
How to navigate grief during the holidays, according to an expert
Occasions like Christmas are meant to be feel-good holidays but grief can get in the way of celebrations. Thankfully, there are ways to work through it with mental health coach Mandy Jankus.
Occasions like Christmas are meant to be feel-good holidays but grief can get in the way of celebrations. Thankfully, there are ways to work through it with mental health coach Mandy Jankus.
These were the biggest, most scandalous stories of 2024
From the entertainment world to business and politics, there were plenty of scandals to go around this year.
From the entertainment world to business and politics, there were plenty of scandals to go around this year.
How NORAD uses technology to track Santa's route on Christmas Eve
Santa is already on the road delivering presents to kids. NORAD tracks his progress for everyone to follow along.
Santa is already on the road delivering presents to kids. NORAD tracks his progress for everyone to follow along.
FDA questions effectiveness of common cold medicines
Do cold medicines actually work to relieve your worst symptoms? The FDA says no and is moving to phase out the leading decongestant from hundreds of over-the-counter products.
Do cold medicines actually work to relieve your worst symptoms? The FDA says no and is moving to phase out the leading decongestant from hundreds of over-the-counter products.
Illinois State trooper's death in I-55 crash the latest in a concerning trend
An Illinois State Police trooper was hit and killed by a car on Interstate 55 near Channahon in Will County on Monday night.
An Illinois State Police trooper was hit and killed by a car on Interstate 55 near Channahon in Will County on Monday night.
President Biden's commutation of death sentences sparks praise, outrage
President Joe Biden's commutation of death sentences for several inmates garnered both praise and criticism.
President Joe Biden's commutation of death sentences for several inmates garnered both praise and criticism.
Illinois State Police trooper hit, killed by car on I-55 in Will County
An Illinois State Police trooper was hit and killed by a car on Interstate 55 near Channahon in Will County on Monday night.
An Illinois State Police trooper was hit and killed by a car on Interstate 55 near Channahon in Will County on Monday night.
Homeless Oklahoma veteran finally has a 'tiny' home to call his own
An Oklahoma community is using tiny homes to help get homeless veterans and their families off the street.
An Oklahoma community is using tiny homes to help get homeless veterans and their families off the street.
Focus on health options to not overeat this holiday season
Tis the season for heavy meals, specialty cocktails and decadent desserts. It's easy to over-indulge, but there are ways to help you make healthier choices.
Tis the season for heavy meals, specialty cocktails and decadent desserts. It's easy to over-indulge, but there are ways to help you make healthier choices.
How to avoid committing to too many plans during the holidays
The holiday season can be stressful if you're juggling a lot of invitations and aren't sure you'll be able to accept. Etiquette experts say no matter how busy you are, it's always best to let people who have invited you know whether or not you can make it.
The holiday season can be stressful if you're juggling a lot of invitations and aren't sure you'll be able to accept. Etiquette experts say no matter how busy you are, it's always best to let people who have invited you know whether or not you can make it.
How to get the best deal by buying a used car
The price difference between a new and used car is at an all-time high. An expert shares how to get the best deal when car shopping.
The price difference between a new and used car is at an all-time high. An expert shares how to get the best deal when car shopping.
Another busy travel day at Chicago airports ahead of Christmas
Monday was expected to be another busy travel day at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport ahead of the Christmas holiday.
Monday was expected to be another busy travel day at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport ahead of the Christmas holiday.
What do holiday gifts say about those who give them?
Presents can say a lot about those who give them. That's why it's important to be thoughtful when shopping for gifts this holiday season.
Presents can say a lot about those who give them. That's why it's important to be thoughtful when shopping for gifts this holiday season.
Here are the best strategies to navigate workplace conflicts
This time of year can really feel like a sprint for those in the office, which can make tensions run high. Richard Birke helps teach how to work through conflicts in the workplace.
This time of year can really feel like a sprint for those in the office, which can make tensions run high. Richard Birke helps teach how to work through conflicts in the workplace.
How to get good, quality sleep during the holidays, according to an expert
A new survey showed more than four in 10 adults in the U.S. have a harder time sleeping during the holiday season. We're learning why that is.
A new survey showed more than four in 10 adults in the U.S. have a harder time sleeping during the holiday season. We're learning why that is.
How to keep your brain healthy for the long run
Keeping your brain healthy takes some serious work, but it's worth it in the long run, doctors say.
Keeping your brain healthy takes some serious work, but it's worth it in the long run, doctors say.
Chicago woman gave so much to the kids of Englewood and gets unexpected gift
A woman who has given so much to the children of Chicago's Englewood neighborhood received an unexpected gift.
A woman who has given so much to the children of Chicago's Englewood neighborhood received an unexpected gift.