Chicago Blues Festival 2026 lineup announced; full schedule released
The 2026 Chicago Blues Festival returns June 4-7 with free performances around the city. See the full lineup, schedule and top acts.
The 2026 Chicago Blues Festival returns June 4-7 with free performances around the city. See the full lineup, schedule and top acts.
Playboi Carti, Skrillex, Lil Uzi Vert to headline Summer Smash 2026
The world’s largest independent hip-hop festival, has announced its 2026 lineup with performances from Playboi Carti, Skrillex, Lil Uzi Vert, Lil Baby, Baby Keem and more.
The world’s largest independent hip-hop festival, has announced its 2026 lineup with performances from Playboi Carti, Skrillex, Lil Uzi Vert, Lil Baby, Baby Keem and more.
Owed a lot in taxes? Here's what to do and how to look ahead for next year
Did you owe a lot of taxes this year? Or get a refund much larger than expected? Here’s some tips to avoid surprises (good or bad) next year.
Did you owe a lot of taxes this year? Or get a refund much larger than expected? Here’s some tips to avoid surprises (good or bad) next year.
Mercedes-Benz recalls nearly 25K vehicles over drive shaft problems
The latest recall from Mercedes-Benz impacts certain model vehicles tied to a defective drive shaft that could cause a loss of power.
The latest recall from Mercedes-Benz impacts certain model vehicles tied to a defective drive shaft that could cause a loss of power.
Usher, Chris Brown announce 2026 stadium tour, including stop at Soldier Field
Two of R&B's biggest hitmakers are sharing the same stage – and Chicago is on the list. Here's how to score tickets and details to know.
Two of R&B's biggest hitmakers are sharing the same stage – and Chicago is on the list. Here's how to score tickets and details to know.
33 things to do in Chicago April 17-19
Here are the top things to do in Chicago this weekend, April 17-19, including concerts, sporting events, comedy shows and local festivals happening across the city.
Here are the top things to do in Chicago this weekend, April 17-19, including concerts, sporting events, comedy shows and local festivals happening across the city.
Most popular first and last names in US, according to Census Bureau data
Newly released names data from the 2020 census shows which first and last names are the most popular across the nation.
Newly released names data from the 2020 census shows which first and last names are the most popular across the nation.
‘Miracle fruit’ may help cancer patients fight chemo-related weight loss
A small West African berry known as “miracle fruit” is gaining attention for its potential to help chemotherapy patients manage “chemo mouth,” a side effect that alters taste and can lead to poor nutrition and weight loss.
A small West African berry known as “miracle fruit” is gaining attention for its potential to help chemotherapy patients manage “chemo mouth,” a side effect that alters taste and can lead to poor nutrition and weight loss.
7-Eleven plans to close 645 stores during 2026 fiscal year
The parent company of 7-Eleven intends to shut down hundreds of its North American locations over the coming months.
The parent company of 7-Eleven intends to shut down hundreds of its North American locations over the coming months.
McDonald’s adding energy drinks, craft sodas to US menus, reports say
New drinks could roll out to McDonald’s as early as next month. Here’s what to know.
New drinks could roll out to McDonald’s as early as next month. Here’s what to know.
Ways to save money on gas amid Iran war price hikes
Loyalty programs, tracking apps and paying with cash can help save money on gas as prices remain high this spring and summer. Here are some specific tips.
Loyalty programs, tracking apps and paying with cash can help save money on gas as prices remain high this spring and summer. Here are some specific tips.
Sadie Robertson speaks out about the moment her eight-month-old daughter choked and stopped breathing
"Duck Dynasty" star Sadie Robertson is opening up about a terrifying moment in which her 8-month-old choked and briefly stopped breathing.
"Duck Dynasty" star Sadie Robertson is opening up about a terrifying moment in which her 8-month-old choked and briefly stopped breathing.
Woman faked bomb threat involving ex-boyfriend after breakup: police
A woman in New Mexico is facing charges after falsely reporting her ex-boyfriend was bringing a bomb on a plane after his long-distance visit, police said, adding that the two had just broken up the night before.
A woman in New Mexico is facing charges after falsely reporting her ex-boyfriend was bringing a bomb on a plane after his long-distance visit, police said, adding that the two had just broken up the night before.
Home distilling ban struck down after 158 years
A U.S. Appellate Court ended a federal prohibition on distilling hard liquor that stretched all the way back to the Reconstruction era.
A U.S. Appellate Court ended a federal prohibition on distilling hard liquor that stretched all the way back to the Reconstruction era.
Annual cost of raising a small child goes up in several states: See where
The annual cost of raising a small child has gone up in several states. Here’s where costs are rising the most this year.
The annual cost of raising a small child has gone up in several states. Here’s where costs are rising the most this year.
Hyundai recalls nearly 300K vehicles over seat belt defect
Nearly 300,000 Hyundai vehicles have been recalled over a seat belt defect that could increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Nearly 300,000 Hyundai vehicles have been recalled over a seat belt defect that could increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Tax Day 2026 freebies and deals
April 15 is tax day and there are several restaurants offering free food deals to help make paying taxes a bit easier.
April 15 is tax day and there are several restaurants offering free food deals to help make paying taxes a bit easier.
The 'bare bones' cost of raising a child has spiked: Here's why
The cost of raising a child in the U.S. continues to climb, according to a new LendingTree report based on 2024 data.
The cost of raising a child in the U.S. continues to climb, according to a new LendingTree report based on 2024 data.
A Chicago shop is turning craft soda into an unforgettable experience
Pop Culture Soda Gallery in Chicago is redefining soda with wildly unique flavors—from bubblegum to matcha white strawberry—all under one roof.
Pop Culture Soda Gallery in Chicago is redefining soda with wildly unique flavors—from bubblegum to matcha white strawberry—all under one roof.
Health alert issued for mislabeled beef and pork products
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Services (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for several raw beef and pork products after inspectors discovered they contained sesame that was not listed on the label. Sesame is a federally recognized allergen.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Services (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for several raw beef and pork products after inspectors discovered they contained sesame that was not listed on the label. Sesame is a federally recognized allergen.