FOX Chicago joins Food Depository to help feed kids this summer
Our FOX Chicago team is stepping up to make a difference. As part of FOX 32 Cares, we partnered with the Greater Chicago Food Depository to pack boxes and help provide meals for kids across Chicago. The goal is to raise $15,000, which will provide 45,000 meals for children during summer break.
Our FOX Chicago team is stepping up to make a difference. As part of FOX 32 Cares, we partnered with the Greater Chicago Food Depository to pack boxes and help provide meals for kids across Chicago. The goal is to raise $15,000, which will provide 45,000 meals for children during summer break.
Jim’s Original announces move after 85 years near Maxwell Street: 'Bittersweet'
Jim's Original, a longtime Chicago staple, is moving from University Village to a new location this fall.
Jim's Original, a longtime Chicago staple, is moving from University Village to a new location this fall.
Jim’s Original announces move after 85 years near Maxwell Street: 'Bittersweet'
Jim's Original, a longtime Chicago staple, is moving from University Village to a new location this fall.
Jim's Original, a longtime Chicago staple, is moving from University Village to a new location this fall.
Was Portnoy’s 7.2 fair at 50+ year Chicago pizza spot La Villa? | Second Bite
After Dave Portnoy gave La Villa a 7.2, we went back to the Old Irving Park staple to see what happened next. But this story is bigger than a score. La Villa has been a family-run Chicago institution for more than 50 years, built by generations and still using original ovens and homemade recipes passed down over time. In this episode of Second Bite Pizza Review, we sit down with owner Christina to hear her reaction, step inside the kitchen and learn what makes this neighborhood favorite so special. Is the score fair… or is there more to the story?
After Dave Portnoy gave La Villa a 7.2, we went back to the Old Irving Park staple to see what happened next. But this story is bigger than a score. La Villa has been a family-run Chicago institution for more than 50 years, built by generations and still using original ovens and homemade recipes passed down over time. In this episode of Second Bite Pizza Review, we sit down with owner Christina to hear her reaction, step inside the kitchen and learn what makes this neighborhood favorite so special. Is the score fair… or is there more to the story?
Jim’s Original announces move after 85 years near Maxwell Street: 'Bittersweet'
Jim's Original, a Chicago institution, will leave its iconic location in the Maxwell Street area of University Village and relocate this fall.
Jim's Original, a Chicago institution, will leave its iconic location in the Maxwell Street area of University Village and relocate this fall.
Over 13K pounds of sunflower seeds recalled in 23 states
George J. Howe Co. Sunflower Seeds were recalled because of undeclared tree nut allergens. The product was distributed in multiple states, including Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, and Minnesota.
George J. Howe Co. Sunflower Seeds were recalled because of undeclared tree nut allergens. The product was distributed in multiple states, including Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, and Minnesota.
Buc-ee’s reveals locations sites for major expansion into new states
Locations for new Buc-ee's locations have been unveiled as the popular gas station chain expands into several new U.S. states.
Locations for new Buc-ee's locations have been unveiled as the popular gas station chain expands into several new U.S. states.
Food Truck Fridays return to Chicago’s Daley Plaza this week
Food truck Fridays will return to Chicago’s Daley Plaza starting this week.
Food truck Fridays will return to Chicago’s Daley Plaza starting this week.
Two Chicago businesses team up for a recipe of innovation
Two of Chicago’s popular Asian cafés are combining to share food, drink, and the culture of hospitality. It’s a collaboration of different cuisines.
Two of Chicago’s popular Asian cafés are combining to share food, drink, and the culture of hospitality. It’s a collaboration of different cuisines.
Two Chicago businesses team up for a recipe of innovation
Two spots in Chicago teamed up to share food, drinks and a little bit of what makes their hospitality so special for Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. FOX Chicago's Joanie Lum reports.
Two spots in Chicago teamed up to share food, drinks and a little bit of what makes their hospitality so special for Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. FOX Chicago's Joanie Lum reports.
Alzheimer’s risk slashed by eating more of one common food, study suggests
A new study has revealed a link between egg consumption and reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
A new study has revealed a link between egg consumption and reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Seasoning products recalled due to potential salmonella contamination
Contaminated dry milk powder has led to another recall of some seasoning products sold nationwide. Here’s what to know.
Contaminated dry milk powder has led to another recall of some seasoning products sold nationwide. Here’s what to know.
USDA makes 1,000 arrests in SNAP abuse, will require retailers who accept SNAP to stock more nutritious foods
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is cracking down on abuse of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), making over 1,000 arrests in a sweeping crackdown. The USDA is also implementing changes which will require retailers who accept SNAP to stock a broader variety of nutritious food.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is cracking down on abuse of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), making over 1,000 arrests in a sweeping crackdown. The USDA is also implementing changes which will require retailers who accept SNAP to stock a broader variety of nutritious food.
Subway closes 729 US locations in 2025, marking steepest decline in years
Subway is continuing to shrink its U.S. footprint, closing a net 729 locations in 2025 — its steepest decline in years.
Subway is continuing to shrink its U.S. footprint, closing a net 729 locations in 2025 — its steepest decline in years.
McDonald’s to phase out self-serve soda fountains nationwide – here’s why | ChicagoNOW
McDonald’s is rolling out major changes to how customers get their drinks, eliminating self-serve soda stations across the U.S.
McDonald’s is rolling out major changes to how customers get their drinks, eliminating self-serve soda stations across the U.S.
Utz recalls a variety of potato chip brands for possible salmonella contamination
Potato chip company, Utz Quality Foods, is issuing a recall for five flavors of potato in the United States because they may be contaminated with salmonella from an ingredient used in production.
Potato chip company, Utz Quality Foods, is issuing a recall for five flavors of potato in the United States because they may be contaminated with salmonella from an ingredient used in production.
Health alert issued for ravioli pasta that may contain shellfish
The Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service issued a public health alert for 32-oz. plastic bag packages containing “Giovanni Rana Rustic Beef Sauce & Creamy Burrata Cheese Ravioli."
The Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service issued a public health alert for 32-oz. plastic bag packages containing “Giovanni Rana Rustic Beef Sauce & Creamy Burrata Cheese Ravioli."
Walmart, Aldi frozen pizzas involved in recall over salmonella concerns
Frozen pizzas sold at Walmart and Aldi are tied to a recall involving dry milk powder that could be contaminated with salmonella.
Frozen pizzas sold at Walmart and Aldi are tied to a recall involving dry milk powder that could be contaminated with salmonella.
McDonald’s is quietly ditching a popular in-store feature nationwide
McDonald's is ending an era when it comes to soft drinks, and changes will roll out gradually as restaurants are remodeled or updated.
McDonald's is ending an era when it comes to soft drinks, and changes will roll out gradually as restaurants are remodeled or updated.
Second Nature recalls nut mix packages over allergy concerns
Second Nature Brands issued a recall on one of its varieties of nut mixes over the weekend because they may contain undeclared ingredients.
Second Nature Brands issued a recall on one of its varieties of nut mixes over the weekend because they may contain undeclared ingredients.