McDonald's Grinch Happy Meal: When, where to get it
McDonald’s is getting into the holiday spirit with a meal inspired by the mean one, himself: The Grinch.
McDonald’s is getting into the holiday spirit with a meal inspired by the mean one, himself: The Grinch.
Check your freezer: Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream Passion Fruit Dreamsicle bars recalled
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (USDA) says Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams is voluntarily recalling a batch of Passion Fruit Dreamsicle Ice Cream Bars.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (USDA) says Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams is voluntarily recalling a batch of Passion Fruit Dreamsicle Ice Cream Bars.
These states led (and lagged) in tipping this summer
Americans are still tipping generously, but the latest data shows shifting habits across the country.
Americans are still tipping generously, but the latest data shows shifting habits across the country.
Prisoner sues over Vegemite ban, citing right to Australian culture
An Australian prisoner serving a life sentence for murder is suing the state of Victoria over its ban on Vegemite in prisons.
An Australian prisoner serving a life sentence for murder is suing the state of Victoria over its ban on Vegemite in prisons.
Beloved Rogers Park pizza shop reopens after ICE-related closure
A beloved Rogers Park pizza shop that abruptly closed in October, citing fear caused by immigration enforcement in the neighborhood, has officially reopened.
A beloved Rogers Park pizza shop that abruptly closed in October, citing fear caused by immigration enforcement in the neighborhood, has officially reopened.
Sizzler returns: Revamped steakhouse bets on nostalgia to win back diners
Steakhouse chain Sizzler is making a comeback with a refreshed look and brand strategy aimed at rekindling nostalgia while appealing to modern diners.
Steakhouse chain Sizzler is making a comeback with a refreshed look and brand strategy aimed at rekindling nostalgia while appealing to modern diners.
Olive Garden now offering delivery of its cheese grater and it comes with a block of Romano cheese
Olive Garden, home of the never ending soup, salad, and breadsticks, is now offering delivery of their signature cheese graters.
Olive Garden, home of the never ending soup, salad, and breadsticks, is now offering delivery of their signature cheese graters.
Heinz debuts ‘Leftover Gravy’ condiment bottle inspired by 90s sitcom Friends ‘Moist Maker’ sandwich
An episode of the 1990s sitcom Friends is the inspiration behind The Kraft Heinz Company's first-ever squeezable bottle of their Homestyle Turkey Gravy.
An episode of the 1990s sitcom Friends is the inspiration behind The Kraft Heinz Company's first-ever squeezable bottle of their Homestyle Turkey Gravy.
Ultra-processed foods may raise colon cancer risk in younger women, study finds
A new study suggests that eating large amounts of ultra-processed foods may increase the risk of developing precancerous colon growths in younger adults.
A new study suggests that eating large amounts of ultra-processed foods may increase the risk of developing precancerous colon growths in younger adults.
Don't wing it this Thanksgiving — Butterball’s hotline and hosting pants have got you covered
Butterball has got you covered this Thanksgiving with the return of the Turkey Talk-Line and the first-ever Thanksgiving Hosting Pants.
Butterball has got you covered this Thanksgiving with the return of the Turkey Talk-Line and the first-ever Thanksgiving Hosting Pants.
The iconic Easy-Bake Oven is back and selling like hotcakes
The Easy-Bake Oven has made a nostalgic return just in time for the holidays, but demand has been so high that it’s already sold out at major retailers.
The Easy-Bake Oven has made a nostalgic return just in time for the holidays, but demand has been so high that it’s already sold out at major retailers.
Ground beef prices could hit $10 a pound, Omaha Steaks CEO warns
The U.S. beef industry may see record-high prices by next year.
The U.S. beef industry may see record-high prices by next year.
DoorDash to pay Chicago restaurants, drivers $18M over claims of deceptive business tactics
DoorDash will pay $18 million in a settlement for a lawsuit over alleged deceptive businesses practices in Chicago, the city said.
DoorDash will pay $18 million in a settlement for a lawsuit over alleged deceptive businesses practices in Chicago, the city said.
All SNAP recipients must reapply for benefits: What we know
The Trump administration says everyone has to reapply for their SNAP benefits now that the government has reopened. Here's what we know.
The Trump administration says everyone has to reapply for their SNAP benefits now that the government has reopened. Here's what we know.
Trump administration announces trade deal which could lower prices of bananas, coffee
New trade frameworks with four Latin American nations could lower U.S. grocery prices for items like coffee and bananas. Here's what we know.
New trade frameworks with four Latin American nations could lower U.S. grocery prices for items like coffee and bananas. Here's what we know.
Dining out? Here's what's more expensive, based on October data
Restaurant prices keep rising in 2025, with items getting more expensive amid tariffs, labor and weather pressures.
Restaurant prices keep rising in 2025, with items getting more expensive amid tariffs, labor and weather pressures.
One bin, one sign, one mission: How a Little Free Pantry is filling the SNAP gap in Chicago’s south suburbs
A Homewood woman turned her front yard into a “Little Free Pantry," creating a quiet, grassroots hub where neighbors can pick up food and essentials no longer covered by shrinking SNAP benefits.
A Homewood woman turned her front yard into a “Little Free Pantry," creating a quiet, grassroots hub where neighbors can pick up food and essentials no longer covered by shrinking SNAP benefits.
'Gravy Extinguisher' being offered by Firehouse Subs to rescue dry turkeys
Firehouse Subs is launching a limited-edition "Gravy Extinguisher" to add humor and flavor to Thanksgiving feasts.
Firehouse Subs is launching a limited-edition "Gravy Extinguisher" to add humor and flavor to Thanksgiving feasts.
McDonald’s McRib is back, but only in these select cities
The McRib will be available beginning Nov. 11 in select cities.
The McRib will be available beginning Nov. 11 in select cities.
Chicago café helps homeless veterans rebuild their lives one cup at a time
On Veterans Day, a Chicago café is drawing attention for its mission to support veterans, including those struggling with homelessness.
On Veterans Day, a Chicago café is drawing attention for its mission to support veterans, including those struggling with homelessness.



















