Spring 2026: What does The Old Farmer’s Almanac forecast for your area?
The Old Farmer’s Almanac has released its long-range Spring 2026 forecast, predicting warmer-than-average temperatures across most of the nation.
The Old Farmer’s Almanac has released its long-range Spring 2026 forecast, predicting warmer-than-average temperatures across most of the nation.
Paczki Day crowds line up early at Oak Lawn bakery
The mother-daughter team behind The Velvet Bakery shares what Paczki Day means to their family, the most popular flavors, and how many of the Polish treats they expect to sell during one of their busiest days of the year.
The mother-daughter team behind The Velvet Bakery shares what Paczki Day means to their family, the most popular flavors, and how many of the Polish treats they expect to sell during one of their busiest days of the year.
J.Cole announces global arena tour with stop in Chicago
J. Cole’s newly announced tour will hit more than 50 cities across 15 countries, with a stop at Chicago's United Center.
J. Cole’s newly announced tour will hit more than 50 cities across 15 countries, with a stop at Chicago's United Center.
Lunar New Year, Ramadan and Lent all begin this week
Three cultural and faithful traditions begin this week: Lunar New Year, Ramadan and Lent. Here’s why this week is spiritually significant for so many Americans.
Three cultural and faithful traditions begin this week: Lunar New Year, Ramadan and Lent. Here’s why this week is spiritually significant for so many Americans.
First ice bar opens on frozen Wisconsin Lake: "It was a little scary at first"
A distillery in Wisconsin has opened up a pop-up bar on a frozen lake. It's a unique spot that started selling drinks just in time for the sturgeon spearing season.
A distillery in Wisconsin has opened up a pop-up bar on a frozen lake. It's a unique spot that started selling drinks just in time for the sturgeon spearing season.
Wendy's to close hundreds of restaurants as company looks to focus on value to boost sales
Wendy’s announced plans to close hundreds of underperforming U.S. restaurants as part of a broader turnaround effort aimed at reviving sales and restoring customer trust.
Wendy’s announced plans to close hundreds of underperforming U.S. restaurants as part of a broader turnaround effort aimed at reviving sales and restoring customer trust.
Chicago airports keep running amid partial government shutdown
Chicago airports were operating business as usual Monday morning despite the partial government shutdown that has shut off pay for some workers.
Chicago airports were operating business as usual Monday morning despite the partial government shutdown that has shut off pay for some workers.
How the partial government shutdown is impacting Chicago airports
The partial government shutdown is affecting air travel, including at Chicago airports.
The partial government shutdown is affecting air travel, including at Chicago airports.
Baby fruit purée recalled over elevated toxin levels, FDA says
The new baby food recall affects "Tippy Toes" Apple Pear Banana Fruit purée because the product contains high levels of patulin, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
The new baby food recall affects "Tippy Toes" Apple Pear Banana Fruit purée because the product contains high levels of patulin, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
Peanut butter products recalled in 40 states over 'foreign material' contamination
Ventura Foods LLC initiated a recall of its peanut butter products distributed in 40 states, including Arizona, California, Florida, and Georgia.
Ventura Foods LLC initiated a recall of its peanut butter products distributed in 40 states, including Arizona, California, Florida, and Georgia.
Living alone? The 'singles tax' that costs $10K a year
Americans who live alone are paying a $10,500 "singles tax" amid rising rents around the nation, a new analysis finds.
Americans who live alone are paying a $10,500 "singles tax" amid rising rents around the nation, a new analysis finds.
Chicago celebrates Black-owned eateries during Black Restaurant Week | ChicagoLIVE
Chicago Black Restaurant Week highlights the city’s Black-owned dining scene with special menus and promotions at participating restaurants across the city.
Chicago Black Restaurant Week highlights the city’s Black-owned dining scene with special menus and promotions at participating restaurants across the city.
Lunar New Year celebrations with Minyoli in Andersonville
Many restaurants around the Chicago area are celebrating the Lunar New Year this week.
Many restaurants around the Chicago area are celebrating the Lunar New Year this week.
Labriola Oak Brook offers heart-shaped pizza, other Valentine's Day specials
If you're looking for delicious Valentine's Day dinner options, Labriola in Oak Brook is serving up some heart-shaped pizzas for customers.
If you're looking for delicious Valentine's Day dinner options, Labriola in Oak Brook is serving up some heart-shaped pizzas for customers.
Love is on the menu: Valentine’s Day 2026 food deals
There are lots of ways to celebrate Valentine's Day on February 14. Several sit-downs, fast-casual, and fast-food restaurants are offering food deals.
There are lots of ways to celebrate Valentine's Day on February 14. Several sit-downs, fast-casual, and fast-food restaurants are offering food deals.
Costco is officially retiring a decades-old tradition
Costco CEO Ron Vachris confirms a major digital overhaul is coming to the warehouse in 2026 to eliminate a "clunky" in-store requirement for members.
Costco CEO Ron Vachris confirms a major digital overhaul is coming to the warehouse in 2026 to eliminate a "clunky" in-store requirement for members.
Ideas of what to do with your kids this weekend | ChicagoNOW
It's a long weekend, and it's up to parents to figure out fun activities to keep kids busy while it's cold outside. Lindsay Noelle, creator of the "Make it Fun! Family Adventures" Facebook group, joins to share some tips!
It's a long weekend, and it's up to parents to figure out fun activities to keep kids busy while it's cold outside. Lindsay Noelle, creator of the "Make it Fun! Family Adventures" Facebook group, joins to share some tips!
Southwest Airlines is rolling out SpaceX’s Starlink WiFi across its fleet
Southwest Airlines is taking its WiFi on board its fleet of planes to the next level with Space X’s Starlink.
Southwest Airlines is taking its WiFi on board its fleet of planes to the next level with Space X’s Starlink.
February is Heart Health Month: Experts urge action to prevent heart disease
Dr. Mihaela Stacu of Sinai Chicago discusses the risks of heart disease in Illinois, the impact of nutrition and outreach, and steps residents can take to protect their heart health.
Dr. Mihaela Stacu of Sinai Chicago discusses the risks of heart disease in Illinois, the impact of nutrition and outreach, and steps residents can take to protect their heart health.
Garfield Ridge coffee shop rallies community support after ICE backlash
A Cup of Joe Coffeehouse in Garfield Ridge is receiving an outpouring of support after owners say they were harassed over a social media post critical of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement,
A Cup of Joe Coffeehouse in Garfield Ridge is receiving an outpouring of support after owners say they were harassed over a social media post critical of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement,