By the numbers: Here are the changes proposed to the food stamp program
President Trump's "big, beautiful" spending bill would likely cut 3.2 million people from the SNAP food stamp program, the Congressional Budget Office estimated.
President Trump's "big, beautiful" spending bill would likely cut 3.2 million people from the SNAP food stamp program, the Congressional Budget Office estimated.
Indulge your senses at the Father's Day Whiskey & Cigar Fest at Dearly Beloved
Dearly Beloved in River North is hosting a Father's Day Whiskey & Cigar Fest this Sunday.
Dearly Beloved in River North is hosting a Father's Day Whiskey & Cigar Fest this Sunday.
Lynn's Chicago Pizza is a South Side favorite
Lynn's Chicago Pizza in the Woodlawn neighborhood is giving pizza lovers a taste of the South Side.
Lynn's Chicago Pizza in the Woodlawn neighborhood is giving pizza lovers a taste of the South Side.
Where to eat outside in Chicago this summer, according to OpenTable
Patio season is here: OpenTable just dropped its list of Chicago's best restaurants for outdoor dining.
Patio season is here: OpenTable just dropped its list of Chicago's best restaurants for outdoor dining.
CDC links salmonella outbreak to 1.7 million eggs recalled across 9 states
A salmonella outbreak linked to eggs has sickened at least 79 people across seven states, with 21 hospitalized, according to the CDC.
A salmonella outbreak linked to eggs has sickened at least 79 people across seven states, with 21 hospitalized, according to the CDC.
From Millennium Park to Ravinia, summer celebrations pack the Chicago area
Blues, BBQ, and big names: Chicago’s summer festival season is here — and there’s something for everyone.
Blues, BBQ, and big names: Chicago’s summer festival season is here — and there’s something for everyone.
Coca-Cola recalls Topo Chico mineral water over bacteria concerns
Affected bottles sold at Costco and Sam's Club locations in Arizona, Louisiana, Nevada, New Mexico and Texas.
Affected bottles sold at Costco and Sam's Club locations in Arizona, Louisiana, Nevada, New Mexico and Texas.
OpenTable reveals Top 10 Best Outdoor Dining Spots in Chicago | ChicagoNOW
If you?re looking to dine al fresco this summer, OpenTable just released its list of the top 10 outdoor restaurants in Chicago?perfect for soaking up the sun with a great meal.
If you?re looking to dine al fresco this summer, OpenTable just released its list of the top 10 outdoor restaurants in Chicago?perfect for soaking up the sun with a great meal.
Billy Bricks rolls into Chicago with all-glass pizza trucks and wood-fired flavor
Billy Bricks is marking 20 years of serving up wood-fired pizza ? and they?re doing it in style with a fleet of all-glass food trucks. CEO Ric Gruber joins us to share how the concept came to life, what?s on the menu beyond pizza, and how the business continues to grow across Chicagoland.
Billy Bricks is marking 20 years of serving up wood-fired pizza ? and they?re doing it in style with a fleet of all-glass food trucks. CEO Ric Gruber joins us to share how the concept came to life, what?s on the menu beyond pizza, and how the business continues to grow across Chicagoland.
National Donut Day 2025: Snag a sweet treat with these deals, freebies
Free doughnuts and deals are being offered at several national chains this Friday.
Free doughnuts and deals are being offered at several national chains this Friday.
Culinary powerhouses converge: Up South Dinner Series debuts in Chicago
The Up South Dinner Series, a collaborative culinary event from the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago and some of the nation?s most acclaimed chefs, is coming to Chicago next week. Our Sylvia Perez is joined by founder, chef and bakery owner Maya-Camille Broussard, along with Juleet Bustros of Adorn Bar & Restaurant.
The Up South Dinner Series, a collaborative culinary event from the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago and some of the nation?s most acclaimed chefs, is coming to Chicago next week. Our Sylvia Perez is joined by founder, chef and bakery owner Maya-Camille Broussard, along with Juleet Bustros of Adorn Bar & Restaurant.
Subway owner buys chicken chain
A popular new chicken chain says it has been acquired by a private equity firm that also owns Subway.
A popular new chicken chain says it has been acquired by a private equity firm that also owns Subway.
This Fry the Coop and Stan's Donuts collab will rejuvenate your tastebuds
Fry the Coop is serving up something special in collaboration with Stan's Donuts to celebrate National Donut Day
Fry the Coop is serving up something special in collaboration with Stan's Donuts to celebrate National Donut Day
Ribfest Chicago rolls into town this weekend
Ribfest Chicago returns this weekend to the delight of barbecue lovers.
Ribfest Chicago returns this weekend to the delight of barbecue lovers.
McDonald’s Snack Wraps are finally coming back — here’s when and what to expect
McDonald’s will relaunch its fan-favorite Snack Wraps on July 10, nearly a decade after discontinuing them. But the 2025 version will look a little different.
McDonald’s will relaunch its fan-favorite Snack Wraps on July 10, nearly a decade after discontinuing them. But the 2025 version will look a little different.
Drinking coffee may boost odds of aging well, study finds
A study suggests that consuming more coffee may improve your chances of living longer.
A study suggests that consuming more coffee may improve your chances of living longer.
Northern Illinois Food Bank expands free meal sites for kids during summer
Summer’s here—and for some kids, that means no school meals. Northern Illinois Food Bank is stepping in with free meals at 145 sites.🍎🥪
Summer’s here—and for some kids, that means no school meals. Northern Illinois Food Bank is stepping in with free meals at 145 sites.🍎🥪
Price of eggs has dropped 61% since Trump took office, data shows
Egg prices in the United States plunged from all-time highs amid bird flu losses and increased imports.
Egg prices in the United States plunged from all-time highs amid bird flu losses and increased imports.
Diet Coke linked to cardiovascular risks, experts warn: Here are healthier options
Dietitians say there are healthier beverage choices for those who opt to quit Diet Coke.
Dietitians say there are healthier beverage choices for those who opt to quit Diet Coke.
Garage Beer, owned by Kelce brothers, now part-owner of arena football team
Garage Beer, co-owned by Travis and Jason Kelce, is now a part-owner of an arena football team.
Garage Beer, co-owned by Travis and Jason Kelce, is now a part-owner of an arena football team.



















