Ferrero chocolate factory breaks ground in Bloomington

Governor JB Pritzker was on hand for Wednesday’s groundbreaking in Bloomington. The facility is a $214 million investment that will create 200 new jobs over the next four years.

Aldi matching 2019 Thanksgiving prices

From free turkeys to major discounts, grocery stores are prepping for a Thanksgiving set against surging inflation.

Alternatives to chemical hair straighteners with stylist, brand CEO Shayla B.
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A new study came out potentially linking chemical straighteners and relaxers to uterine cancer in women. Here are some alternatives to keep potentially harmful products out of your routine.

Starbucks holiday drinks and seasonal red cups return to stores this week

It’s that time of year. Starbucks’ holiday menu — including Peppermint Mocha and Caramel Brulée Latte — is returning to stores soon in the seasonal red cups.

Dom's Kitchen & Market opens second location in Old Town

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot joined local grocery store entrepreneur, Bob Mariano, at a ribbon ceremony in Old Town to open his second Dom's Kitchen and Market location.

Twitter verification could cost $8 a month, Elon Musk says

On Tuesday, Musk outlined the Twitter verification plan in a series of tweets, following pushback over reports that Twitter would start charging a fee of $20 a month.

Powerball jackpot jumps to $1.2 billion after no winner on Halloween

No one matched all six numbers in last night’s drawing, so the Powerball jackpot has soared to an estimated $1.2 billion with a $596.7 million cash option.

Halloween costume earns boy free McDonald's french fries for a year

The family has made a point of making custom outfits for nine-year-old Blake, who has had Spina bifida, a condition that affects the spine, for the past six years.

Halloween freebies, deals: Here's where you can get free food on October 31

It’s no tricks and all treats at many U.S. restaurants and stores on Halloween 2022. Here are some of the places to get free food and deals today.

Here's how to get a free doughnut at Krispy Kreme on Halloween

Krispy Kreme is rewarding those who get into the Halloween spirit on Monday, Oct. 31 with a free doughnut of choice, the chain said. No purchase is necessary.

Powerball jackpot climbs to $1 billion

The increased jackpot will be the second-largest in U.S. history.