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.

The yellow dye in Cheetos makes skin transparent, scientists find

A recent study revealed that the yellow dye used in Cheetos can make mouse skin temporarily transparent, allowing researchers to view internal organs without invasive techniques.

McDonald’s sues meat industry giants over alleged beef price fixing scheme

McDonald's has filed a lawsuit against the nation's largest meat packers—Tyson, JBS, Cargill, and National Beef—accusing them of conspiring to fix beef prices by limiting supply to inflate costs.

The most complained-about cars in the US — see if your model made the list

A new study reveals which car makes and models have received the most complaints in the U.S. since 2015. Could your vehicle be one of them? Find out here.

Flights from Florida touch down in Chicago before Hurricane Milton hits

As Florida braces for impact ahead of Hurricane Milton’s arrival, airports across the state are shutting down. Those leaving their homes, now in a hurry to get out of harm's way.

Is unpasteurized apple cider safe to drink? Here's what the FDA says

Apple cider is a nice treat for the fall season, but there are some health risks linked to consuming unpasteurized drinks. Here's what you need to know.

Chicago Marathon menu available at The Albert
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Chicago restaurant The Albert is offering a special menu for all the Bank of America Marathon runners coming to town this weekend. Chef Steven Chiappetti curated a menu for runners looking for a blanced meal before the big race.

Inaugural Chicago Fashion Week kicks off with The Curio show
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The Curio works year-round to support Chicago designers. The company will host the opening show for Chicago Fashion Week.