Fire forces beloved Chicago pizza shop to close, community steps in to help

A beloved Chicago Southwest Side restaurant is cleaning up after a fire forced it to close, but support from the community is helping the business look toward reopening.

Fire forces beloved Chicago pizza shop to close, community steps in to help
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A beloved Southwest Side restaurant is cleaning up after a fire forced it to close, but support from the community is helping the business look toward reopening.

Cyclosporiasis in Illinois: These foods have been linked to past outbreaks

A cyclosporiasis outbreak continues across the United States, with Illinois reporting multiple cases of the parasitic illness this summer.

CTA and Pretty Cool Ice Cream launch 'L'-inspired ice cream pops | ChicagoLIVE
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Logan Square’s Pretty Cool Ice Cream is partnering with the CTA to create four custom ice cream pops inspired by train lines, each with its own signature flavor. Owner Dana Cree joins ChicagoLIVE to talk all about it.

California moves toward replacing "sell by" food labels | ChicagoLIVE
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California could soon replace “sell by” dates on food across the state in an effort to reduce food waste. Californians Against Waste’s Nick Lapis explains what the change could mean for residents and visitors.

Chicago's Windy City Smokeout returns with expanded five-day schedule
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The Windy City Smokeout is back for its biggest year yet, expanding to five days for the first time. Co-founder and partner Ed Warm joins Good Day Chicago with a preview of this year's festivities.

Nathan's hot dog eating contest champs Chestnut, Sudo win again in 2026

The Nathan’s hot dog eating champions retained their crowns Saturday as both Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo continued their impressive, digestive runs at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest. 

4th of July cookout: Tips for practicing safe food handling when grilling and hosting gatherings

Americans across the country will celebrate the nation’s milestone 250th birthday this weekend, hosting family and friends outdoors with BBQ and cookouts.  There are simple steps you can take to prevent food-borne illness and keep everyone safe.

Use by, sell by, best by: What’s the difference?

Confused by "use by," "sell by" and "best by" labels? Here's what each one actually means, and how California's new law aims to reduce food waste by simplifying the labels shoppers see.

The Taste of Oak Brook kicks off today | ChicagoLIVE
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The Taste of Oak Brook returns for another year! Village of Oak Brook Trustee Michael Manzo joins ChicagoLIVE to preview tonight's event.

What you need to know about "corn sweat" | ChicagoLIVE
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As the summer heat ramps up in Illinois, so does "corn sweat," a phenomenon that can make hot days feel even more uncomfortable. FOX Chicago's Kasey Chronis explains what it is and why it happens.

Arkansas to move forward with SNAP candy, soda ban despite court order, governor says

Arkansas' ban on using SNAP benefits for some sugary items will go forward this week, despite federal judge's ruling against five other states' similar programs, governor says.

Pilsen restaurant asks for public's help after burglary caught on camera
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A popular Pilsen restaurant is asking for the public's help after it was burglarized early Friday morning. Surveillance video captured the break-in and now the family-owned business hopes someone recognizes the suspect. 

Taste of Chicago prompts road closures downtown

Drivers near downtown Chicago will begin seeing street closures Monday morning as crews prepare for the Taste of Chicago in Grant Park next month.

Gov. Pritzker signs new bill allowing cocktails to-go starting July 1 | ChicagoLIVE
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Governor JB Pritzker has signed a new bill allowing cocktails to-go starting July 1. State Senator Sara Feigenholtz (6th) joins ChicagoLive to discuss the legislation and what it means for consumers.

World’s first-ever Dairy Queen in Joliet gets major makeover
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The very first Dairy Queen location in Joliet has undergone a major renovation. FOX Chicago’s Jake Hamilton takes viewers inside the historic site and showcases what it will soon offer the public.