'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.
CDK cyberattack still affecting car dealerships across the country
Car dealerships across the country have reverted to pens and paper amid a massive cyberattack on its software provider, CDK.
Car dealerships across the country have reverted to pens and paper amid a massive cyberattack on its software provider, CDK.
Barbecue side dishes for the Fourth of July
Often times it's the side dishes that are the real stars of any holiday gathering. To help us knock it out of the park is owner of Culinary Cutie, Tracy Williamson.
Often times it's the side dishes that are the real stars of any holiday gathering. To help us knock it out of the park is owner of Culinary Cutie, Tracy Williamson.
Theodore Roosevelt's stolen pocket watch recovered by FBI after it was missing for 37 years
The historic pocket watch had been missing for 37 years due to theft.
The historic pocket watch had been missing for 37 years due to theft.
Chicago weekend events: Naked Bike Ride, night market, and major concerts
This weekend's weather looks promising, and there are several events you might want to check out.
This weekend's weather looks promising, and there are several events you might want to check out.
Nearly half of American EV owners want to switch back to gas-powered vehicle, McKinsey data shows
New findings from consulting firm McKinsey & Co. show a significant share of Americans who own electric vehicles have buyer's remorse. Nearly half want to switch back to gas.
New findings from consulting firm McKinsey & Co. show a significant share of Americans who own electric vehicles have buyer's remorse. Nearly half want to switch back to gas.