Illinois deputies bear-sprayed during mental health call in Chicago suburb
A man is expected to face charges after allegedly bear-spraying Lake County deputies who were trying to take him in for a psychiatric evaluation Monday morning in suburban Libertyville.
A man is expected to face charges after allegedly bear-spraying Lake County deputies who were trying to take him in for a psychiatric evaluation Monday morning in suburban Libertyville.
BBB LipoMax warning: AI videos helping promote weight loss products
The BBB is issuing a warning that troubling deep-fake videos are circulating social media to help promote weight loss products. One includes Oprah promoting the “pink salt trick.”
The BBB is issuing a warning that troubling deep-fake videos are circulating social media to help promote weight loss products. One includes Oprah promoting the “pink salt trick.”
Missing sleep may take a hidden toll on your brain and longevity, research reveals
Insufficient sleep has higher mortality risk than bad diet and lack of exercise, study finds.
Insufficient sleep has higher mortality risk than bad diet and lack of exercise, study finds.
Study reveals why chewing gum might actually help with focus and stress relief
Polish researchers used brain imaging to reveal how chewing affects attention and stress regulation networks.
Polish researchers used brain imaging to reveal how chewing affects attention and stress regulation networks.
Novo Nordisk executive reports high interest for Wegovy weight loss pill
Novo Nordisk launched an oral version of its GLP-1 injectable to US markets on Jan 5.
Novo Nordisk launched an oral version of its GLP-1 injectable to US markets on Jan 5.
Map: America's healthiest states have these things in common
America’s least healthy states also have a few things in common, according to a new report. Here's where your state ranks.
America’s least healthy states also have a few things in common, according to a new report. Here's where your state ranks.
Chicago-area doctors warn TikTok challenge is sending teens to the hospital
Kids are winding up in the hospital with burns all over their hands. Why? They’re lighting themselves on fire for TikTok.
Kids are winding up in the hospital with burns all over their hands. Why? They’re lighting themselves on fire for TikTok.
Chicago-area doctors warn TikTok challenge is sending teens to the hospital
Kids are winding up in the hospital with burns all over their hands. Why? They’re lighting themselves on fire for TikTok.
Kids are winding up in the hospital with burns all over their hands. Why? They’re lighting themselves on fire for TikTok.
House votes to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies. What we know
The House has passed legislation that extends expired health care subsidies for those who get coverage through the Affordable Care Act.
The House has passed legislation that extends expired health care subsidies for those who get coverage through the Affordable Care Act.
The food pyramid gets a major makeover: What the new guidelines mean for how we eat
A nutrition expert explains the revamped food pyramid, why foods like protein, healthy fats, and even whole milk are moving to the top, and how new alcohol guidelines could change daily eating habits.
A nutrition expert explains the revamped food pyramid, why foods like protein, healthy fats, and even whole milk are moving to the top, and how new alcohol guidelines could change daily eating habits.
These cities rank as the best places for active lifestyles in 2026, data finds
As Americans set New Year’s resolutions to exercise more and lose weight in 2026, a new WalletHub study highlights how city living can influence an active lifestyle.
As Americans set New Year’s resolutions to exercise more and lose weight in 2026, a new WalletHub study highlights how city living can influence an active lifestyle.
Map: These states have the highest levels of flu activity
Most flu infections this season are from a new variant not covered by the flu shot, but doctors say the vaccine will still help protect against severe illness and death.
Most flu infections this season are from a new variant not covered by the flu shot, but doctors say the vaccine will still help protect against severe illness and death.
New federal dietary guidelines: Avoid processed foods, added sugar
New guidelines for healthy eating say Americans should eat more whole foods and protein, fewer highly processed foods and less added sugar.
New guidelines for healthy eating say Americans should eat more whole foods and protein, fewer highly processed foods and less added sugar.
Rideshare tax in Chicago now in effect, HHS freezes funding
The rideshare tax in Chicago is now in effect. And, HHS froze $10 billion in funding to five Democratic states, including Illinois.
The rideshare tax in Chicago is now in effect. And, HHS froze $10 billion in funding to five Democratic states, including Illinois.
Sleep and activity patterns may signal hidden brain health risks: Study
A new study suggests that disruptions in sleep and daily activity timing may be linked to a higher risk of dementia in older adults.
A new study suggests that disruptions in sleep and daily activity timing may be linked to a higher risk of dementia in older adults.
What Illinois families should know about childhood vaccines | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois public health officials say parents should continue following established childhood immunizations schedules, even as federal officials revise how they are recommended nationally.
Illinois public health officials say parents should continue following established childhood immunizations schedules, even as federal officials revise how they are recommended nationally.
Breaking down benefits of dry January | ChicagoNOW
Dry January has been getting more and more popular. Dr. Veronica Loy with Rush University Medical Center joins live in studio to share more about the benefits of participating in this years dry January.
Dry January has been getting more and more popular. Dr. Veronica Loy with Rush University Medical Center joins live in studio to share more about the benefits of participating in this years dry January.
Remembering superager Edith Renfrow Smith, studied for her remarkable longevity and sharp mind
Northwestern University researchers reflect on the life of 111-year-old Edith Renfrow Smith, whose exceptional cognitive health, low inflammation, resilient genetics, and Mediterranean-style lifestyle offer insights into what it means to be a true “superager.”
Northwestern University researchers reflect on the life of 111-year-old Edith Renfrow Smith, whose exceptional cognitive health, low inflammation, resilient genetics, and Mediterranean-style lifestyle offer insights into what it means to be a true “superager.”
Murders and opioid deaths drop in Cook County | What’s behind the shift?
New data from the Cook County Medical Examiner shows a drop in murders and opioid-related deaths. We break down what the numbers reveal and what this trend could mean for public safety.
New data from the Cook County Medical Examiner shows a drop in murders and opioid-related deaths. We break down what the numbers reveal and what this trend could mean for public safety.
Flu cases surging nationwide and in Chicago area
A child in Illinois has died from the flu as cases are jumping across Chicago. This isn't just a local problem, it's nationwide. Here's what's driving the surge.
A child in Illinois has died from the flu as cases are jumping across Chicago. This isn't just a local problem, it's nationwide. Here's what's driving the surge.