Illinois traffic deaths dip slightly in 2022, but fatalities are still above pre-pandemic levels

The number of people killed on Illinois roadways dipped slightly last year compared with 2021, but experts say safety improvements are still needed as deaths remain above pre-pandemic levels.

Chicago restaurant workers call out 'unlivable' wages
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Chicago leaders joined city restaurant workers Monday in cooking up a rally to ask for more money for workers.

MLB employees save dog trapped in car's engine compartment after 30-mile trip to Kansas City stadium

A Kansas puppy is helping her Major League Baseball rescuers solidify the testament of how quickly people unite to make things happen in life. Here's BonBon and her tale of unfortunate events.

Chicago restaurant workers call out 'unlivable' wages

Chicago leaders joined city restaurant workers Monday in cooking up a rally to ask for more money for workers.

Dr. Ian Smith on the effectiveness of The Met Flex Diet
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Dr. Ian Smith breaks down The Met Flex Diet and dishes out tips for those looking to shed weight ahead of this summer.

Suburban mom, inspired by disabled daughter, writes book about inclusion

"She's like us, but she just can't do stuff like us, because she's in a wheelchair and she can't really talk that well," said Christiano Zwiercan.

Cruise line let passenger’s body decompose, lawsuit says

A widow and her family are suing Celebrity Cruises for allegedly mishandling her husband’s body after he died while they were on a ship last year, saying it was left to decompose and they suffered extreme emotional trauma.

GM recalls 40,000 pickups to fix fire risk: 'Park outside'

The GM Silverados have been recalled after discovering a potential leak in brake fluid that could result in a fire.

Wendy's is offering free food while Mercury is in retrograde

The fast food chain is offering free food deals every day while Mercury is in retrograde from April 21 - May 14.

Kane County looks to allow patio dining with pets
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Kane County is looking ahead to the dog days of summer and reviewing a change that would allow pets to dine out at restaurants.

Kia, Hyundai thefts prompt 17 states to urge recall of cars

TikTok videos have shown how people can start Kia and Hyundai models by using only a screwdriver and a USB cable.