Hot dog champs repeat as July 4 eating contest moves indoors
The coronavirus outbreak moved the Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest from the Coney Island boardwalk to an undisclosed indoor location but the results were familiar.
Lightfoot issues stern warning to bars and restaurants
Mayor Lightfoot sent out a clear warning message to bars and restaurants that have been violating the cities pandemic guidelines. Sam Toia, President of the Illinois Restaurant Associations, talks about it.
Virtual summer camp for young photographers
Kids don’t have to skip summer camp, even during the pandemic. Virtual camp is a lot more fun, when seen through the camera. FOX 32’s Joanie Lum reports.
Virtual summer camp seen through the lens of a camera
Thinking about summer camp for the kids? FOX 32's Joanie Lum reports on one virtual camp that's picture perfect and safe.
‘The Child has arrived’: ‘Mandalorian’-inspired cereal gives you a taste of Galaxy’s Edge
Inspired by the Disney+ series, the limited-edition cereal celebrates “The Child” with a taste inspired by Galaxy’s Edge.
Logan Square pub launches program to help families in need
If you've had the pleasure of enjoying Middle Brow Bungalow's bread, then you know what a delicacy their sourdough really is. The owners are now focusing on getting their bread to people in under-resourced communities.
Chick-fil-A named top restaurant in customer satisfaction for 6th year in a row
Chick-fil-A beat competitors Chipotle, Dunkin', Arby's, KFC and Panera Bread to take the top prize
Lovin' Local: Michael's Grill and Salad Bar in Highland Park
In today's Lovin' Local we are vising a north suburban institution. Michael's Grill and Salad Bar in Highland Park has been around since 1977.
Northwestern professor predicts fewer births, more divorces due to coronavirus pandemic
At first, many thought the pandemic would lead to a baby boom. But that may not be the case.
McDonald’s halts dine-in service reopening plans due to spike in US COVID-19 cases
The announcement from the fast-food chain comes as multiple areas across the country are reinforcing lockdown restrictions in efforts to clamp down on surging COVID-19 cases.
Volvo Cars recalls nearly 2.1 million cars worldwide
Volvo Cars says it is recalling nearly 2.1 million vehicles worldwide as a preventive measure after the company discovered that a steel wire connected to the front seat belts can be weakened.
Multiple airlines stop serving alcohol, food on planes in response to COVID-19 pandemic
Several airlines announced their new measures as part of an effort to maintain passenger safety.
Little Caesars customers discover pizza with swastika made out of pepperoni; employees involved fired
A group of Little Caesars employees in Ohio have been fired after an offensive anti-Semitic image was allegedly discovered on a Hot N’ Ready pizza that a customer purchased.
Tips and tricks to ease back into your workout routine
Bonnie Micheli, instructor and co-founder of Shred415, dishes out some helpful tips for getting back into your workout routine.
Summer fashion looks to help break out of the quarantine doldrums
Chicago clothing designer Cynthia Ashby breaks down a few of her favorite looks this summer as COVID-19 restrictions loosen.
Donors help make sure girl with cerebral palsy can get out of the house more often
A girl in North Chicago will be getting out of the house more, thanks to help from local police and fire departments and other donors.
Costco discontinues half-sheet cakes, possibly due to COVID-19
The popular half-sheet cakes are not being sold in any Costco locations across the country, and the company expressed no immediate plans on bringing them back.
The great outdoors: Creating a summer oasis in your backyard
With more people sticking close to home this summer, the backyard is back in a big way. Robert Milani, senior architect at Bertog Landscape Company, has some tips to turn your backyard into a summer oasis.
New challenges as restaurants around Chicago reopen
Friday is a day a lot of Chicagoans have been waiting for - getting back inside our favorite restaurants. It's a big day for those restaurants too. Franco Gianni, owner of Wood restaurant on North Halsted, talks about how coronavirus has changed the dining experience.
Cheese prices soar to record highs due to shifts in demand during coronavirus pandemic
The pandemic has caused sharp swings in cheese prices, jumping 160% since April.