Electric vehicles spend more time in repair shops than gas-powered cars, J.D. Power finds
An electric vehicles technological features can be appealing, but the upkeep required to maintain the cars can be a hassle for some owners, a recent report shows.
An electric vehicles technological features can be appealing, but the upkeep required to maintain the cars can be a hassle for some owners, a recent report shows.
Holiday travel rush cranks up ahead of Fourth of July
Chicago roads and airports are filling up with Fourth of July travelers making their way across the country for the holiday.
Chicago roads and airports are filling up with Fourth of July travelers making their way across the country for the holiday.
Fourth of July food deals and freebies to celebrate America
Many restaurant chains are offering special Fourth of July discounts and freebies in an effort to sweeten the holiday.
Many restaurant chains are offering special Fourth of July discounts and freebies in an effort to sweeten the holiday.
NASCAR Race Week events get underway in Chicago
Ahead of its second Chicago Street Race which rolls into town this weekend, NASCAR is making a pit stop at the Boys and Girls Club of Chicago.
Ahead of its second Chicago Street Race which rolls into town this weekend, NASCAR is making a pit stop at the Boys and Girls Club of Chicago.
'Jack in the Box' returning to Chicago area after nearly 5 decades
After nearly five decades, the West Coast fast-food chain Jack in the Box is making a comeback in the Chicago area.
After nearly five decades, the West Coast fast-food chain Jack in the Box is making a comeback in the Chicago area.
'Jack in the Box' reportedly returning to Chicago area
After nearly five decades, the West Coast fast-food chain Jack in the Box is making a comeback in the Chicago area.
After nearly five decades, the West Coast fast-food chain Jack in the Box is making a comeback in the Chicago area.
NASCAR hosts interactive day for Chicago kids ahead of street race
In celebration of Race Week, NASCAR is hosting events throughout the city of Chicago.
In celebration of Race Week, NASCAR is hosting events throughout the city of Chicago.
What McDonald's $5 menu? Sonic rolls out $1.99 menu
Sonic joins McDonalds, Taco Bell and Burger King in offering lower-priced food options to customers.
Sonic joins McDonalds, Taco Bell and Burger King in offering lower-priced food options to customers.
World's first 'smart highway' to be built in Michigan
A stretch of I-94 between Ann Arbor and Detroit will soon become the world's first "smart highway." The new technology would allow vehicles to operate more efficiently without the driver's help. Using sensors that most newer vehicles already have, towers along the highway will create a network that allows each car to communicate with one another.
A stretch of I-94 between Ann Arbor and Detroit will soon become the world's first "smart highway." The new technology would allow vehicles to operate more efficiently without the driver's help. Using sensors that most newer vehicles already have, towers along the highway will create a network that allows each car to communicate with one another.
Holiday travel picking up steam ahead of July 4th
As more people are expected to travel for the Fourth of July holiday, the Biden administration is trying to keep gas prices in check.
As more people are expected to travel for the Fourth of July holiday, the Biden administration is trying to keep gas prices in check.
Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest competitors revealed – without Joey Chestnut
The popular hot dog eating contest will look different this year without 16-time champ Joey Chestnut, but here is the list of competitors vying for the title.
The popular hot dog eating contest will look different this year without 16-time champ Joey Chestnut, but here is the list of competitors vying for the title.
Krispy Kreme is giving away free doughnuts, iced coffee in July – how to get the deal
Krispy Kreme is giving away a free doughnut every Tuesday and a free iced coffee every Friday throughout the month of July.
Krispy Kreme is giving away a free doughnut every Tuesday and a free iced coffee every Friday throughout the month of July.
Pepsi Pineapple is back and here's the only way to get it
Pepsi Pineapple is now available again for a limited time exclusively at Little Caesars in a 20-ounce bottle, paired with Crazy Puffs for a summer treat.
Pepsi Pineapple is now available again for a limited time exclusively at Little Caesars in a 20-ounce bottle, paired with Crazy Puffs for a summer treat.
Taste of Sicily comes to Chicago's Sporty Bird
Chef Art Smith is bringing the taste of Sicily to Chicago's Sporty Bird in Time Out Market on July 2. The pop-up event will run from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Chef Art Smith is bringing the taste of Sicily to Chicago's Sporty Bird in Time Out Market on July 2. The pop-up event will run from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
New Rainbow Cone shop to open in Chicago suburb
The south suburbs are set to welcome a new Rainbow Cone store this week.
The south suburbs are set to welcome a new Rainbow Cone store this week.
Traveling tips for families with young kids
Taking the family on a memorable summer vacation sounds like a perfect plan but if the kids aren't behaving it can quickly turn into a nightmare. Today, we talk to two child experts who have excellent traveling tips for families with young kids.
Taking the family on a memorable summer vacation sounds like a perfect plan but if the kids aren't behaving it can quickly turn into a nightmare. Today, we talk to two child experts who have excellent traveling tips for families with young kids.
Disney Cruise Line setting sail on first Asia-based ship in 2025
Disney Adventure's homeport will be Marina Bay Cruise Centre in Singapore.
Disney Adventure's homeport will be Marina Bay Cruise Centre in Singapore.
What is ‘sober curious’? All about the growing shift on alcohol
The “sober curious” alcohol movement is becoming more mainstream. Here’s what it’s about and how it could impact your life.
The “sober curious” alcohol movement is becoming more mainstream. Here’s what it’s about and how it could impact your life.
Millions of Americans hit the road for 4th of July weekend
The 4th of July holiday is just around the corner and this could be one for the record books. AAA estimates that 71,000,000 Americans will hit the rails road and skies this year.
The 4th of July holiday is just around the corner and this could be one for the record books. AAA estimates that 71,000,000 Americans will hit the rails road and skies this year.
Tourist hot spot to ban vacation apartments in bid to make city 'livable' again
Barcelona officials plan to ban short-term tourist apartment rentals by 2028, mirroring policies that have bubbled up across Europe in recent years.
Barcelona officials plan to ban short-term tourist apartment rentals by 2028, mirroring policies that have bubbled up across Europe in recent years.