National Dog Day: Win a tattoo of your furry friend

BARK, the company behind BarkBox, recently announced a tattoo contest, giving dog parents the chance to get tattoos of their pet for free.

Here are the dirtiest cities in the US, report finds

A new report ranked these urban areas based on sanitation-related complaints. See where your city ranks on the list.

Fitness Friday: Lincoln Park residents get active for Health and Wellness weekend
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Robin Hammond from the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce previews their Health and Wellness weekend and details some of the fun, energetic offerings that will take place.

'Backlot Bash' returns to Skokie this weekend

One part of Oakton Street in Skokie closed down Thursday for the sake of live music, carnival rides, games, family activities and food.

Chicago files lawsuit against Hyundai, Kia over vehicle thefts

City officials say stolen Hyundai and Kia vehicles have been used in various crimes, including reckless driving, armed robbery, and even murder.

Trader Joe's recalls multigrain crackers for possible metal contamination

Trader Joe's identified its Multigrain Crackers with Sunflower and Flax Seeds as the product facing the recall, telling shoppers that metal may be in a specific set of best-by dates.

PSL 2023: Here's when Starbucks’ beloved fall drink will return

Pumpkin spice latte fans, it’s time to get your fall attire out early because, according to Starbucks, sweater weather begins now.

Saint Sabina Church handing out cold water amid Chicago heatwave

A South Side church is stepping up to help neighbors beat the heat, and they need some assistance to make it happen.

Local doctor offers safety tips for kids as heat plagues Chicago area
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The watch is on in Chicago for the heat we're seeing. And with it, lots of concerns about health and safety especially when it comes to kids.

Man claims he found rat's foot in bowl of Olive Garden minestrone

"I took a bite, felt something stab the inside of my cheek, it felt like a needle," said Howie."I lunged and choked myself almost, so when I hacked it up and realized, into a napkin, it was, uh.'"