Memorial Day weekend: Chicago airports prepares for busy travel weekend
It may not feel like summer outside, but things were heating up at O'Hare International Airport Thursday.
It may not feel like summer outside, but things were heating up at O'Hare International Airport Thursday.
Big crowds expected for the summer travel season -- and expensive prices, too
AAA predicts that 37 million Americans will drive at least 50 miles from home this weekend, an increase of more than 2 million from Memorial Day last year but still below pre-pandemic numbers in 2019.
AAA predicts that 37 million Americans will drive at least 50 miles from home this weekend, an increase of more than 2 million from Memorial Day last year but still below pre-pandemic numbers in 2019.
Dairy Queen discontinues fan-favorite menu option, says it could return in the future
The restaurant didn't offer an explanation but confirmed the news.
The restaurant didn't offer an explanation but confirmed the news.
How to keep children safe while traveling this holiday weekend
The key to protecting young children while traveling is proper car seat safety, according to the Illinois State Police. Troopers are sharing the importance of using a car seats when traveling ahead of Memorial Day weekend when millions take to the roadways.
The key to protecting young children while traveling is proper car seat safety, according to the Illinois State Police. Troopers are sharing the importance of using a car seats when traveling ahead of Memorial Day weekend when millions take to the roadways.
Tips for transforming your outdoor space this summer
Interior designer Nate Berkus dishes out tips for beautifying your outdoor space this summer.
Interior designer Nate Berkus dishes out tips for beautifying your outdoor space this summer.
Cradles to Crayons gearing up for baby supply drive
Dawn Melchiorre, executive director of Cradles to Crayons, talks about what they're doing to give back to families in need of basic essential items for babies and toddlers.
Dawn Melchiorre, executive director of Cradles to Crayons, talks about what they're doing to give back to families in need of basic essential items for babies and toddlers.
Air travel set to exceed pre-pandemic levels during Memorial Day weekend
AAA is saying the upcoming weekend could be among the busiest-ever travel periods for the unofficial start of summer by road and by air.
AAA is saying the upcoming weekend could be among the busiest-ever travel periods for the unofficial start of summer by road and by air.
Chicago restaurant embraces seaweed straws
Seaweed straws offer a similar texture and feel to plastic but have the advantage of being compostable within just 50 days.
Seaweed straws offer a similar texture and feel to plastic but have the advantage of being compostable within just 50 days.
Chicago restaurant introduces seaweed straws
Seaweed straws offer a similar texture and feel to plastic but have the advantage of being compostable within just 50 days.
Seaweed straws offer a similar texture and feel to plastic but have the advantage of being compostable within just 50 days.
Sweets and Snacks Expo returns to McCormick Place to showcase food innovations
The highly anticipated Sweets and Snacks Expo is back at Chicago's McCormick Place on Monday.
The highly anticipated Sweets and Snacks Expo is back at Chicago's McCormick Place on Monday.
Bed Bath & Beyond, buybuy BABY’s last day for returns approaching
Bed Bath & Beyond filed for bankruptcy protection in April.
Bed Bath & Beyond filed for bankruptcy protection in April.
Class of 2023: Krispy Kreme is giving graduates a dozen doughnuts for free
Graduating high school and college students can get a dozen glazed doughnuts for free – no purchase necessary – at Krispy Kreme. Here’s how to score the deal.
Graduating high school and college students can get a dozen glazed doughnuts for free – no purchase necessary – at Krispy Kreme. Here’s how to score the deal.
The 100 deadliest days for teenage drivers begin next week
Molly Hart from AAA talks about why the period between Memorial and Labor Day is statistically the most dangerous time for teenage drivers.
Molly Hart from AAA talks about why the period between Memorial and Labor Day is statistically the most dangerous time for teenage drivers.
Kit Kat launches new churro flavor for limited time
Kit Kat said it hopes to unlock “memories of the delightful experience of enjoying freshly baked churros from the boardwalk stand, amusement park, or the local fair."
Kit Kat said it hopes to unlock “memories of the delightful experience of enjoying freshly baked churros from the boardwalk stand, amusement park, or the local fair."
Suburban dance troupe helping family whose daughters have Batten Disease
Abigail and Annabelle Beedle have been diagnosed with CLN2, a rare genetic nervous system disorder, also referred to as "Batten Disease." Their story is being told by the Glenview-based Trifecta Dance Collective.
Abigail and Annabelle Beedle have been diagnosed with CLN2, a rare genetic nervous system disorder, also referred to as "Batten Disease." Their story is being told by the Glenview-based Trifecta Dance Collective.
Swim safety: Don’t let your kids wear this color in the pool
The last thing you want your kid to be in case of any water emergency is difficult to spot, swim safety instructors say.
The last thing you want your kid to be in case of any water emergency is difficult to spot, swim safety instructors say.
Recall of 456K waffle makers issued after more than 30 burn injuries reported
The Consumer Product Safety Commission said people should hold off on using the waffle makers until they get the fix.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission said people should hold off on using the waffle makers until they get the fix.
Pilsner at Horse Thief Hollow in Beverly takes top prize at World Beer Cup
To put the win in perspective, breweries from 56 countries entered the international pilsner competition.
To put the win in perspective, breweries from 56 countries entered the international pilsner competition.
Keeping up with new dating trends
Dating trends are constantly changing especially with the uptick in match making apps. Dr. Christie Kederian, dating coach and relationship therapist, explains modern dating terms to keep you on trend this spring.
Dating trends are constantly changing especially with the uptick in match making apps. Dr. Christie Kederian, dating coach and relationship therapist, explains modern dating terms to keep you on trend this spring.
Fitness Friday: Crossfit family helps woman recover from stroke
FOX 32's Anita Blanton takes a trip to Crossfit Mokena to discover the uplifting power of community and exercise.
FOX 32's Anita Blanton takes a trip to Crossfit Mokena to discover the uplifting power of community and exercise.



















