Affy Tapple Beer returns to Chicago this fall

A local company's take on a caramel apple beer was so popular, it is back this fall.

City alderman push for more COVID-19 safety guidelines
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Several Chicago aldermen are calling on the city to mandate proof of vaccination when visiting indoor public settings.

'The Bravest' brew benefits 9/11 first responders

The Flagship Brewery Company on Staten Island has debuted an ale specifically brewed for the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.

McDonald’s unreliable ice cream machines reportedly under FTC investigation

It’s not a joke anymore. McDonald’s ice cream machines are broken so much of the time that the FTC is now investigating what’s going on in the kitchens of one of the world’s most popular fast-food chains, the Wall Street Journal reported.

Bud Light rolls out pumpkin spice hard seltzer

Starting Sept. 6, Bud Light Seltzer flavors will include pumpkin spice, toasted marshmallow, maple pear and apple crisp.

Naperville nixes return of Ribfest

The Naperville Park Board has voted "no" to the return of Ribfest.

Salmonella outbreaks linked to Italian-style meats sickens dozens: CDC

Salmonella outbreaks linked to Italian-style meats have been reported in 17 states, sickening dozens and hospitalizing at least 12 people, the CDC said.

Chicago-area Culver's restaurants raising money to support police

From Bridgeview to Harwood Heights and Berwyn to Oaklawn, at least 11 Chicago-area Culver’s restaurants are raising money on Monday to help police.

Eating 1 hot dog claims 35 minutes off life, study suggests

Sugary drinks, hotdogs, burgers and breakfast sandwiches were linked with most minutes of healthy life lost.