Candy recall ahead of Halloween for allergen risk
A candy recall has been announced just ahead of Halloween after certain peanut butter and cashew bars were found to contain undeclared nut allergens.
How to score Halloween 2025’s best food deals and freebies
Several major restaurant chains are celebrating Halloween with limited-time deals and freebies.
Chicago church packs food, supplies for residents in fear of immigration raids
A Southwest Side community center is packing food and supplies for residents in fear amid immigration raids.
Illinois, 25 other states sue Trump administration over SNAP halt
Illinois joined 25 other states in suing the Trump administration over its decision to suspend SNAP benefits.
Gene & Georgetti’s Midway Airport location to close after licensing deal canceled, owner says
The owner of Gene and Georgetti's is responding after the abrupt cancellation of its licensing agreement for Gene's Bistro, the Chicago restaurant's outpost at Midway Airport.
Food banks in Chicago bracing for spike in demand
The government shutdown is directly impacting employees, and now Chicago area families are losing SNAP benefits.
Windy City Smokeout 2026: Lainey Wilson, Jordan Davis, more to headline
The Windy City Smokeout is returning for its 13th year at the United Center in July, and the headliners have already been announced.
Stone crab season returns: Truluck’s shares tips for enjoying fresh Florida claws
Truluck’s chefs show how to crack and savor fresh, never-frozen stone crabs, while highlighting sustainable harvesting and what makes this seafood season a must-try for diners.
No SNAP benefits to be issued in November, USDA confirms
The U.S. Department of Agriculture posted on its website, "The well has run dry."
Chipotle bringing back 'Boorito' deal with $6 entrées – here's how to get yours
Chipotle’s "Boorito" is back for Halloween. Here’s how to get the deal.
Chicago’s Maple & Ash celebrates 10 years of modern steakhouse flair
Chef Danny Grant joins us to mark a decade of Maple & Ash — the Gold Coast favorite known for its elevated dining and signature dishes. The restaurant’s 10-year celebration runs October 23–26 with special menus and anniversary events.
Gameday foods done right by City Barbeque
The folks from City Barbeque swing by Orange Friday to show off their intoxicating medley of delicious gameday eats.
Cracker Barrel CEO breaks silence on logo U-turn
Cracker Barrel's CEO addressed the decision to change its logo - and then reverse course after customer backlash.
What to know about SNAP benefits as government shutdown continues
The USDA warned SNAP benefits for November could be delayed if the government shutdown continues.
Nearly 2M Illinoisans could lose food assistance on Nov. 1 due to government shutdown, state says
Nearly 2 million Illinois residents could lose federal food assistant starting next month if the government shutdown continues.
Winemaker warns of 'really scary' ingredients hiding in American wine bottles across the industry
Attention wine lovers! Before you pour another glass, you might want to know what’s really swirling inside it.
West Loop’s Bocaditos celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with authentic flavors
Bocaditos marks two years in Chicago’s West Loop, serving up authentic dishes and cocktails while preparing a special Día de los Muertos celebration.
Peanut allergies dropped significantly in last 10 years, study found
Changing advice on when to introduce young children to peanuts helped tens of thousands of kids avoid the allergy, a newly-published study found.
Casa Chi celebrates Día de los Muertos with a special Sacred Moon menu
Chef Richard Sandoval shares how Casa Chi is honoring Mexican traditions through a creative Día de los Muertos menu, blending moon phases, storytelling, and bold flavors.
Trump implies US will purchase Argentinian beef to lower prices for Americans
The president recently mentioned determining ways to reduce beef prices to manage inflation.