Botulism outbreak linked to infant formula expands; sickens 51 babies across 19 states
The FDA says 51 infants in 19 states were hospitalized with botulism linked to ByHeart formula. Here’s what we know.
The FDA says 51 infants in 19 states were hospitalized with botulism linked to ByHeart formula. Here’s what we know.
More states are restricting junk-food purchases by SNAP recipients — here’s where
Six more states are banning SNAP recipients from using their tax payer funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.
Six more states are banning SNAP recipients from using their tax payer funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.
Research reveals cities where people really, really want to move to – and stay
A new survey shows Americans are favoring affordable, safe, vibrant mid-size cities. Here’s where.
A new survey shows Americans are favoring affordable, safe, vibrant mid-size cities. Here’s where.
These were Americans' most ordered foods in 2025, according to Grubhub
When it comes to food delivery, Grubhub says in 2025, U.S. consumers were focused on nutrition and went all in on Foodmaxxing, with meals, snacks, drinks, and grocery orders offering the maximum nutritional value.
When it comes to food delivery, Grubhub says in 2025, U.S. consumers were focused on nutrition and went all in on Foodmaxxing, with meals, snacks, drinks, and grocery orders offering the maximum nutritional value.
Chicago Auto Show 2026: Dates set, new features revealed
Dates and plans for the 2026 Chicago Auto Show have been announced.
Dates and plans for the 2026 Chicago Auto Show have been announced.
How to survive holiday parenting pressure with family watching
TEDx speaker Rachael Fritz shares practical, compassionate strategies to stay grounded, avoid the comparison trap, and help your kids thrive during high-pressure holiday gatherings.
TEDx speaker Rachael Fritz shares practical, compassionate strategies to stay grounded, avoid the comparison trap, and help your kids thrive during high-pressure holiday gatherings.
Ram trucks recalled due to instrument panel display failure, NHTSA says
The recall covers certain 2025-2026 Ram truck models. Here’s what you need to know.
The recall covers certain 2025-2026 Ram truck models. Here’s what you need to know.
Things to do in Chicago this weekend — SAUCED Night Market, Christmas Around the World
'Tis the season for holiday events! From the SAUCED Night Market to Christmas Around the World and WNDR Holiday Nights, here's your guide to things to do this weekend in Chicago.
'Tis the season for holiday events! From the SAUCED Night Market to Christmas Around the World and WNDR Holiday Nights, here's your guide to things to do this weekend in Chicago.
What Trump's $12 billion farmer bailout package could mean for grocery prices
The funds will be used to help U.S. farmers pay off their debts and plan financially for next year's planting, which will in turn ensure that they can keep producing food, and therefore stabilize the U.S. food supply.
The funds will be used to help U.S. farmers pay off their debts and plan financially for next year's planting, which will in turn ensure that they can keep producing food, and therefore stabilize the U.S. food supply.
Map: The income you'll need to support a family in 2025
Experts say though having a dual income can offer stability, there are tradeoffs such as less time with your child and added stress.
Experts say though having a dual income can offer stability, there are tradeoffs such as less time with your child and added stress.
Plane, hospital air is cleaner than you think, study finds | ChicagoLIVE
A new study by Northwestern University shows that airplane and hospital air is cleaner than one might think.
A new study by Northwestern University shows that airplane and hospital air is cleaner than one might think.
Here's how much your family needs to earn to have a stay-at-home parent
How much does one parent need to earn for the other to stay home with a young child? A new ranking reveals huge state-by-state gaps.
How much does one parent need to earn for the other to stay home with a young child? A new ranking reveals huge state-by-state gaps.
Gas prices drop below $3 a gallon in 37 states - See where
Americans are seeing relief at the pump as the national average for regular gas is now below $3 a gallon in 37 states.
Americans are seeing relief at the pump as the national average for regular gas is now below $3 a gallon in 37 states.
Ford Escapes recalled over defective liftgate hinge, NHTSA says
Over 100,000 Ford Escape cars manufactured between 2020 and 2025 are part of the recall.
Over 100,000 Ford Escape cars manufactured between 2020 and 2025 are part of the recall.
Oscar Mayer looking for Wienermobile drivers - How to apply
Oscar Mayer is looking for Hotdoggers to get behind the wheel of the Wienermobile and take the iconic vehicle on the road.
Oscar Mayer is looking for Hotdoggers to get behind the wheel of the Wienermobile and take the iconic vehicle on the road.
Buona rolls out big freebies if the Bears beat the Packers
Free food if the Bears win? It's become quite a trend, and Buona is the latest to get on the bandwagon. Chicagoans can score big on Tuesday, December 9, if the Chicago Bears beat the Green Bay Packers.
Free food if the Bears win? It's become quite a trend, and Buona is the latest to get on the bandwagon. Chicagoans can score big on Tuesday, December 9, if the Chicago Bears beat the Green Bay Packers.
Feeling SAD? Here's how to beat the winter blues
Experts say there are ways to combat seasonal affective disorder, better known as SAD.
Experts say there are ways to combat seasonal affective disorder, better known as SAD.
Lonely marriages linked to higher weight, study finds
A new study by UCLA Health found that people in emotionally supportive marriages have lower BMIs, healthier guts and higher levels of the “love hormone.”
A new study by UCLA Health found that people in emotionally supportive marriages have lower BMIs, healthier guts and higher levels of the “love hormone.”
NPS free days: Trump’s birthday added; MLK Day, Juneteenth dropped
NPS will no longer offer free admission on Martin Luther King Jr. Day or Juneteenth, but will waive admission costs on President Donald Trump's birthday.
NPS will no longer offer free admission on Martin Luther King Jr. Day or Juneteenth, but will waive admission costs on President Donald Trump's birthday.
Traveling this holiday season? See where your favorite airport snack ranks
A new state-by-state analysis of airport snack searches reveals distinct regional preferences among U.S. travelers.
A new state-by-state analysis of airport snack searches reveals distinct regional preferences among U.S. travelers.