Cooking with Fire: Pot roast sandwiches with the Stickney Fire Department

This morning we're Heating Up the Kitchen with the Stickney Fire Department and making firefighter Dominic Iovino's pot roast sandwich with homemade BBQ sauce. 

McDonald's $5 meal deal: More details reported in plan to lure customers

McDonald’s is launching a new $5 meal deal promo to help lure in price-conscious customers. Here’s when it will start, according to reports citing internal emails.

Clark Street in River North to see dining extensions amidst ongoing debate

The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) issued a permit this week allowing curb lane closures along Clark Street in River North, enabling food establishments to extend their dining areas onto the sidewalk and parking lane.

'Lord of the Rings' fans can stay in this hobbit-inspired B&B

In Bella Vista, California, "Lord of the Rings" enthusiasts can indulge in a fantasy getaway featuring four hobbit-themed accommodations.

Cicero to cut off alcohol sales after midnight

Alcohol sales at Cicero bars, restaurants and stores will be banned after midnight starting next year.

Red Lobster abruptly closes 2 restaurants in Illinois

Two Red Lobster restaurants in Illinois are among dozens across the nation to abruptly close their doors amid reports that the popular seafood chain might soon file for bankruptcy.

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Two Red Lobster restaurants in Illinois abruptly closed their doors Monday amid reports the seafood chain could file for bankruptcy.

Best family vacation spots in the US: Check out the list

WalletHub has compiled a list of the best vacation spots in the United States that are easy to travel to and won’t break the bank.

Portillo’s x Lou Malnati’s Italian Beef Deep Dish Pizza returns

Portillo’s and Lou Malnati’s are once again joining forces to reintroduce the Portillo’s x Lou Malnati’s Italian Beef Deep Dish in honor of Italian Beef Week!

Planet Fitness’ free summer pass returns for high schoolers

Teens will be able to work out for free with Planet Fitness’ High School Summer Pass. Here’s what to know and how to register.

Driehaus Fashion Awards return this week
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Chicago investor and philanthropist Richard Driehaus passed away in 2021 but his legacy lives on in so many ways. And now, one of Chicago's longest running independent fashion shows, the Driehaus Fashion Awards, is back and it's highlighting the talents of students from local fashion and design schools. Tracey Tarantino, with Zzazz Productions, and Driehaus Design Initiative board member Linda Yu joined Fox 32 News to talk more about it.

Dolly Parton fans can get a free Krispy Kreme doughnut Saturday: Here's how

Country music icon Dolly Parton teams up with Krispy Kreme to introduce the "Dolly Southern Sweets Doughnut Collection," featuring four mouthwatering flavors.

Consumers buying more chicken as inflation continues

With the surge in meat costs related to inflation, shoppers are going to cheaper alternatives like chicken at their local grocery stores.

Here are the top 10 rental markets for recent college grads

Researchers put together a new report featuring the best places for new grads to call home, and these are the cities that made this year’s list.

How parental screen guilt impacts famililes
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What parent doesn't feel guilty about handing their kids a tablet or sitting them in front of the TV just to get things done? Well now, a new Northwestern study shows that guilt is causing major stress among parents.

Red Lobster abruptly closes 2 restaurants in Illinois
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Two Red Lobster restaurants in Illinois abruptly closed their doors Monday amid reports the seafood chain could file for bankruptcy.