Starbucks changes ice cubes for drinks, sparking debate

The change — albeit very small — is apparently infuriating some customers who claim the new nugget ice melts faster and can even dilute drinks.

Chicago mental health advocate makes impact on 'Jennifer Hudson Show'

As Mental Health Awareness takes center stage this month, Christopher LeMark, the founder of Coffee, Hip Hop, and Mental Health located in Lakeview, received a huge surprise during his appearance on the Jennifer Hudson Show.

Saint Regis Hotels opens first Midwest location in downtown Chicago

Affiliated with Marriott International, the Chicago hotel currently posts room rates of close to $1,000 per night, higher than other five-star properties in the city.

2 cases of Legionnaires' disease linked to L.A. Fitness in Niles

The Illinois Department of Public Health has linked two confirmed cases of Legionnaires’ disease to the L.A. Fitness facility in Niles earlier this month. 

Wendy's to test underground robot delivery for mobile orders

Instead of requiring employees to bring out mobile food orders, the robotic system is designed to transport the orders underground "in seconds," the fast food chain said.

Kraft Heinz creates sauce dispenser enabling 200 custom variations

The machine makes the custom condiments from what it calls "bases" like Ketchup, Ranch, and BBQ Sauce, combined with "enhancers" like jalapeno, smoky chipotle, and mango.

Iconic Wienermobile gets new name after nearly 100 years

Oscar Mayer, the famous hot dog brand, is embarking on a new chapter by renaming its iconic Wienermobile.

Here are the best U.S. cities to live in, report finds

A city in the Midwest has beat out some of the U.S.'s most populous places to grab the title of the best locale to reside, according to a new report.

Krispy Kreme bringing 'fan favs' back to menu for limited time

Krispy Kreme says it wants to give fans "what they want" by bringing back four top-selling menu items from the past five years. Here's what they are.

2 million Illinoisans expected to hit the road for Memorial Day weekend

The Memorial Day weekend travel blitz is just 10 days away and AAA says to expect near-record numbers on the roads and in the sky.  

World of flavors: AAPI Restaurant Week returns with 57 diverse dining destinations
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It is Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders Month, and as part of that, the 2nd annual AAPI Restaurant Week is now in full swing. Fifty-seven restaurants will be in the spotlight, from Michelin star hot spots to family-owned bakeries.