CDC expands iceberg lettuce cyclospora outbreak to 15 states

Parasitic illness cases in 15 states have been linked to iceberg lettuce, U.S. health officials said Wednesday.

Largest Hello Kitty Cafe located in Chicago, bringing joy for locals and tourists | ChicagoLIVE
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The world's largest Hello Kitty Cafe opened in Chicago earlier this summer, seeing lines around the block to get in. Sanrio senior vice president of brand Jill Koch joins ChicagoLIVE to give a taste of the experience you can find at the cafe. 

Discontinued Cracker Barrel foods that fans are begging to get back

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store has built its reputation on serving Southern comfort food and nostalgic favorites — which may explain why some discontinued menu items continue to spark passionate reactions from loyal customers.

Chicago church expands 'Food for Life' food pantry
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New Life Covenant Church Southeast is expanding its Food for Life food pantry to 79th Street, furthering its mission to help feed people. Church founder and lead pastor John Hannah talks about why he wanted to expand the food pantry and what you can do to help support its mission.

Nation's largest food distributor halts Mexican lettuce purchases after outbreak linked to two deaths

Sysco, the nation's largest food distributor, will stop buying iceberg lettuce from Mexico as federal health officials investigate a multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to the product, the company's CEO said Tuesday.

Chicago Sky Guard Gabriela Jaquez talks Weiner’s Circle collaboration
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The Chicago Sky and The Weiner’s Circle have teamed up for a new collaboration aimed at spreading positivity. Sky guard Gabriela Jaquez shares more about the partnership and the inspiration behind bringing the two Chicago staples together.

SNAP benefit changes leave more Illinois families turning to food pantries
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Common Pantry explains how recent SNAP benefit changes are affecting Illinois families, why food pantries can't replace federal assistance, and what people who lost benefits should do next.

Ann Sather to replace Stella's Diner in Lakeview after weekend closure
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Stella's Diner in Lakeview closed its doors over the weekend, but a new restaurant is already set to take over the space. The owner of Ann Sather joins Good Day Chicago to discuss the new location and what customers can expect.

Nearly 23,000 pounds of baked spaghetti, chicken cobbler recalled over possible metal contamination

Nearly 23,000 pounds of Ukrop's Homestyle Foods baked spaghetti and chicken cobbler products are being recalled because they may contain metal slivers, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service.

Chicago's Devil Dawgs sees hundreds of customers from Lollapalooza | ChicagoLIVE
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As fans gather in Chicago for Lollapalooza, one local chain is seeing fans lining up to get a taste of Chicago dogs. Hear from Devil Dawgs on how they're managing the influx of customers and what Lollapalooza means for them. 

Chicago's Brown Sugar Bakery owner reflects after break-in: 'It was my turn' | ChicagoLIVE
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Stephanie Hart, owner of Brown Sugar Bakery, joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss how the community is moving forward after a recent break-in at her store and neighboring businesses along 75th Street.

Free grocery store rides available for Chicago seniors after Save A Lot closures | ChicagoLIVE
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has announced a new program that provides seniors with free rides to grocery stores. Jackie Rosa of United Way of Metro Chicago joins ChicagoLIVE to explain how the program works and who is eligible.