St. Patrick's Day festivities begin at Chicago's Open Gate Brewery
It's almost time for St. Patrick's Day and the festivities in Chicago are set, especially at Open Gate Brewery.
It's almost time for St. Patrick's Day and the festivities in Chicago are set, especially at Open Gate Brewery.
Daylight saving time 2026: What to know about changing clocks this weekend
It’s time to spring forward – again. Daylight saving time, when most Americans set their clocks forward one hour, starts this weekend.
It’s time to spring forward – again. Daylight saving time, when most Americans set their clocks forward one hour, starts this weekend.
Girl Scouts troop draws buzz after runaway cookie sales outside cannabis shop
A New Jersey Girl Scouts troop found cookie sales in high demand outside a cannabis dispensary, but the move may have landed the group in hot water with the organization's leaders.
A New Jersey Girl Scouts troop found cookie sales in high demand outside a cannabis dispensary, but the move may have landed the group in hot water with the organization's leaders.
Ford recalls more than 600,000 vehicles over wiper defects; see the affected models
Ford is recalling more than 600,000 vehicles, with the recall impacting several popular models. Here’s what to know.
Ford is recalling more than 600,000 vehicles, with the recall impacting several popular models. Here’s what to know.
Rat poison, a beekeeper suit, and a meteorite: The strangest finds in this year's Unclaimed Baggage report
A $43,400 pair of diamond earrings, samurai swords, a $35,000 Rolex watch, gold-plated golf clubs, and even a beekeeper suit are among the standout items found in orphaned luggage, according to the latest Unclaimed Baggage report.
A $43,400 pair of diamond earrings, samurai swords, a $35,000 Rolex watch, gold-plated golf clubs, and even a beekeeper suit are among the standout items found in orphaned luggage, according to the latest Unclaimed Baggage report.
Global Day of Unplugging: Can you put down your phone for 24 hours?
The Global Day of Unplugging is a “worldwide 24-hour digital pause where people and communities power down devices and power on real-world connection.”
The Global Day of Unplugging is a “worldwide 24-hour digital pause where people and communities power down devices and power on real-world connection.”
Ground stop issued at O'Hare, Midway due to fog and thunderstorms
Ground stops were issued at O'Hare and Midway airports Friday morning due to thunderstorms and fog.
Ground stops were issued at O'Hare and Midway airports Friday morning due to thunderstorms and fog.
United Airlines can now refuse to transport passengers who won’t wear headphones
If you blast a video without headphones on a United flight, you could lose your seat.
If you blast a video without headphones on a United flight, you could lose your seat.
Pizza Di Farfalla: The New Lenox gem that Dave Portnoy drove 90 minutes for
Business is booming in New Lenox! After Barstool Sports’ Dave Portnoy traveled 90 minutes to give Pizza Di Farfalla a 7.9 rating, owner Giovanni Oriente says weekly orders have nearly doubled. Fox Chicago’s Gabriella Premus visits for a "Second Bite Pizza Review" to see what’s drawing the crowds.
Business is booming in New Lenox! After Barstool Sports’ Dave Portnoy traveled 90 minutes to give Pizza Di Farfalla a 7.9 rating, owner Giovanni Oriente says weekly orders have nearly doubled. Fox Chicago’s Gabriella Premus visits for a "Second Bite Pizza Review" to see what’s drawing the crowds.
American Airlines becomes first US first carrier to restore Venezuela flights since 2019 shutdown
American Airlines is set to resume nonstop flights to Venezuela after the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) approved the carrier’s request Wednesday, making it the first U.S. airline to restore service between the two countries since 2019.
American Airlines is set to resume nonstop flights to Venezuela after the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) approved the carrier’s request Wednesday, making it the first U.S. airline to restore service between the two countries since 2019.
Frito-Lay Miss Vickie’s Spicy Dill Pickle Potato Chips recalled
Frito-Lay is recalling select Miss Vickie’s Spicy Dill Pickle chips in several states after possible undeclared milk contamination. Here's what to know.
Frito-Lay is recalling select Miss Vickie’s Spicy Dill Pickle chips in several states after possible undeclared milk contamination. Here's what to know.
New 12,000-square-foot Mediterranean restaurant planned for Chicago Riverwalk
A new pan-Mediterranean restaurant is set to open along the Chicago Riverwalk this spring.
A new pan-Mediterranean restaurant is set to open along the Chicago Riverwalk this spring.
World of Wheels rolls into Rosemont
World of Wheels is back at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center this weekend in Rosemont.
World of Wheels is back at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center this weekend in Rosemont.
New 2026 ranking names Chicago's friendliest neighborhoods
A new ranking names Chicago's friendliest neighborhoods for 2026. See which community took the top spot.
A new ranking names Chicago's friendliest neighborhoods for 2026. See which community took the top spot.
SNAP junk food purchase ban: Four more states to implement restrictions — See other states with bans
Kansas, Ohio, Nevada, and Wyoming are the latest states that will implement restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.
Kansas, Ohio, Nevada, and Wyoming are the latest states that will implement restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.
Refusing to wear headphones could get you kicked off United flights
United Airlines recently added a headphone policy to its “Contract of Carriage," the legally binding terms passengers agree to when purchasing an airline ticket.
United Airlines recently added a headphone policy to its “Contract of Carriage," the legally binding terms passengers agree to when purchasing an airline ticket.
Things to do in Chicago this weekend — World of Wheels, Holi at Navy Pier and more
The Windy City is shaking off winter and turning up the fun March 6-8. Here's your guide to weekend events in Chicago.
The Windy City is shaking off winter and turning up the fun March 6-8. Here's your guide to weekend events in Chicago.
United Airlines could ban passengers who refuse to use headphones | ChicagoLIVE
A new policy allows United Airlines to deny transport or remove passengers who fail to use headphones while listening to audio or video.
A new policy allows United Airlines to deny transport or remove passengers who fail to use headphones while listening to audio or video.
What parents should know before spring break travel | ChicagoNOW
With spring break approaching, a firearms instructor outlines safety strategies for young travelers.
With spring break approaching, a firearms instructor outlines safety strategies for young travelers.
Headed overseas? Former CIA officer explains how to travel smarter | ChicagoNOW
With international travel picking up for spring break, former CIA officer Doug Petteson shares advice on emergency planning, recognizing red flags and taking personal responsibility for safety while abroad.
With international travel picking up for spring break, former CIA officer Doug Petteson shares advice on emergency planning, recognizing red flags and taking personal responsibility for safety while abroad.