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.

Fitness Friday: Fighting for first responders at Title Boxing Club
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Get a heavy weight work out at Title Boxing Club. The fitness club has four locations across Chicago. The owner is offering free classes for first responders, for a limited time.

Powerball jackpot grows to 2nd largest ever at $825 million for Saturday drawing

The current jackpot ranks as the 2nd largest in Powerball history, only behind the world record $1.586 billion Powerball jackpot, and 5th largest in U.S. lottery history.

Abandoned castles by the sea: A look at the most lavish ghost town on Earth

Some eight years after construction began, the half-castles of Burj Al Babas sit eerily empty, abandoned in what could be the most opulent ghost town on Earth.

Chicago's world-renowned beer college celebrates milestone anniversary

The Siebel Institute is located in Chicago's West Loop, and was founded in 1872 by German immigrant doctor Je Siebel to bring brewing science to the United States. You might call it the Harvard of the beer world.

911 dispatcher honored for helping Aurora mom deliver baby at home

Aurora resident Angela Morgan started having contractions and began making her way to the car to go the hospital, but the baby had other ideas.

Kia recalls SUVs again for risk of engine fire, owners urged to park outside

Kia Sportages from the 2008 and 2009 model years have been recalled for a second time due to fire risks. The auto company is telling car owners to park away from buildings and other cars until they determine the cause of the issue.

Icon of the Seas: Bookings now open on Royal Caribbean's mega cruise ship, and water park at sea

Royal Caribbeans' newest cruise ship, Icon of the Seas, does not set sail until January 2024, but those eager to be among the first to experience the ship and its six water slides, including reportedly the world's tallest slide at sea, can book reservations now.

Halloween candy favorites see price spike

Prices for Skittles, Starburst, M&M's are higher ahead of Halloween 2022.