Chi Food Truck Fest returns to Daley Plaza for 10th season
The Chi Food Truck Fest is rolling back for its 10th season, kicking off Friday at Daley Plaza in the Loop.
Grandmother died after eating mislabeled cookie, family claims in lawsuit against grocery store
The family of Margaret Jean Bryant, a 78-year-old woman who died after allegedly eating a peanut butter cookie mislabeled as an oatmeal raisin cookie, is suing Safeway.
At least 10 people sickened in US listeria outbreak linked to prepared foods
At least 10 people in the U.S. have been sickened in a listeria outbreak linked to ready-to-eat food products, and a producer is voluntarily recalling several products, federal officials said.
Illinois teens say they drink nearly twice as much as U.S. average, survey finds
Teenagers in Illinois reported drinking at nearly twice the rate of their peers across the U.S., according to a recently released survey.
Chipotle sets goal to open over 300 new locations this year
Chipotle is planning for a big expansion across the country this year to help accommodate digital food orders.
McDonald's secret drink item with 'cotton candy flavor' goes viral
McDonald's customers have found a DIY fizzy drink, sparking buzz online.
FDA approves 3 natural food dyes
The FDA approved three natural food dyes that comes from plants and minerals this week, amid its transition away from petroleum-based dyes in the food supply.
Burger King sued for supposedly lying about its Whopper
Multiple customers in a lawsuit claim that the fast-food chain’s Whopper sandwiches and other products are smaller than they advertised.
Portillo's unveils new sandwich named after Pope Leo XIV
Portillo’s is paying tribute to the historic election of Pope Leo XIV — the first American pope and a Chicago native — with a limited-time sandwich.
Boy orders 70,000 lollipops on mom's phone: 'About fainted'
The 8-year-old used his mother's Amazon account to send 22 cases of Dum-Dums to the home.
Canned beans recalled in 23 states: What to know
Thousands of cans of baked beans that have been sold in states across the country are being recalled. Here’s what to know.
FOX 32 Cares partners with Greater Chicago Food Depository to fight hunger — how you can help
FOX 32 Chicago has partnered with the Greater Chicago Food Depository and Old National Bank to combat hunger in the city.
Tomatoes recalled in 14 states due to salmonella risk: What to know
Tomatoes sold in 14 U.S. states have been recalled over concerns of possible salmonella contamination. Here's what to know.
National Teacher Appreciation Week 2025: How teachers can get free meals, discounts, and more
Teacher Appreciation Week 2025 runs May 5–9, and dozens of national brands are offering special deals, freebies, and savings to thank educators for their hard work.
Subway closed 600 locations last year; 7,600 since 2015: Report
Subway closed 600 locations in 2024, dropping below 20,000 restaurants for the first time in 20 years.
