Iconic Oak Lawn restaurant closes for good
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Petey's Bungalow in Oak Lawn is shutting down for good after decades of memories.

TGI Fridays closes a dozen stores across America in just one month

A dozen U.S. TGI Fridays locations have closed in the last month, as the brand also shutters 35 stores in the United Kingdom. Earlier closures this year were due to underperformance.

Why taking your car to a dealership for repairs might be your only option soon

For those of us who like to take our car to a local mechanic for repairs rather than a dealership, that option might not be around much longer.

Halloween 2024: Here are the states that give out the most candy

Here is a state-by-state map of which states go all out on Halloween when it comes to handing out candy and decorating. Where did your state rank?

Here are the best states for outdoor enthusiasts

If you’re looking for a little relaxation outside, these states offer the best ways to enjoy nature.

Rosati's offers $3.50 pizza to celebrate 60th anniversary

Rosati's Pizza is offering customers a nostalgic trip back in time with 1964 pricing to celebrate their 60th anniversary.

Japan offers free domestic flights to tourists, but there's a catch

Japan Airlines is offering free domestic flights to international tourists as part of a promotion, but the deal comes with conditions. Find out how it works and the catch travelers need to know.

Need a vacation? Here are the destinations with the biggest airfare price drops

Several international beach destinations have seen big airfare price drops over the past year, according to a new report from the flight comparison site SkyScanner.

Slow & Low: Chicago Lowrider Festival at Navy Pier
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There are more than 250 cars, motorcycle and bicycles on display at Navy Pier today for the Chicago Lowrider Festival.

Illinois Fall Foliage: Your guide to scenic drives and hidden gems across the state

Fall is here and the colors are about to come alive, not just in Chicagoland but all across the state. Here are the best fall foliage getaways in Illinois.

Famed climber's remains found on Mount Everest nearly 100 years later

A discovery on Mount Everest could help prove that a pair of climbers reached the world’s tallest summit almost 30 years before Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay got there in 1953.

Weber grill masters compete in across the pond sausage showdown
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Dustin Green, head grill master with our tailgating partner Weber, joined Orange Friday this week, and he's taking part in some friendly competition with his colleague Dan Cooper from across the pond.