Pierogi Fest to return this summer after pandemic shut it down last year
Pierogi Fest is one of the Midwest's largest food festivals.
Pierogi Fest is one of the Midwest's largest food festivals.
Aurora, 6 other Illinois cities named 'most diverse' in America: study
Aurora has been named one of the most diverse cities in America, according to a recent national study.
Aurora has been named one of the most diverse cities in America, according to a recent national study.
Chicago Auto Show to return to McCormick Place this July
The Chicago Auto Show is returning this summer to the Windy City, officials announced Tuesday.
The Chicago Auto Show is returning this summer to the Windy City, officials announced Tuesday.
Star Wars Day 2021: Celebrate May the 4th with activities from a galaxy far, far away
This year, even if you’re at home, there are plenty of activities to celebrate Star Wars Day, including a watch party, fun recipes for the family and more.
This year, even if you’re at home, there are plenty of activities to celebrate Star Wars Day, including a watch party, fun recipes for the family and more.
Kuma's Corner adds Delta-8 THC to menu
A Chicago area burger chain is adding some edible enhancements to the menu, so you can get a "high" while you dine.
A Chicago area burger chain is adding some edible enhancements to the menu, so you can get a "high" while you dine.
New 'Palforzia' treatment for peanut allergies allowing kids to lead more normal lives
Palforzia is a powder that comes in a pull-apart capsule. Parents add it to everyday foods like yogurt or applesauce. After eating Palforzia over time, the child becomes desensitized.
Palforzia is a powder that comes in a pull-apart capsule. Parents add it to everyday foods like yogurt or applesauce. After eating Palforzia over time, the child becomes desensitized.
Pfizer vaccine will reportedly be approved by FDA for use in kids 12 to 15 years old early next week
About 5 million children between the ages of 12 and 15 would immediately receive the shot following approval, while another 5 to 7 million would likely be vaccinated before the beginning of the fall 2021 school year.
About 5 million children between the ages of 12 and 15 would immediately receive the shot following approval, while another 5 to 7 million would likely be vaccinated before the beginning of the fall 2021 school year.
Rare lobster saved from being dinner at Red Lobster: 'One in every 30 million'
This is one lucky lobster.
This is one lucky lobster.
Retired teacher rakes in nearly 50k renting his pool during the COVID-19 pandemic
Ned Gilardino is swimming in a new revenue stream after renting his pool and making nearly $50,000 during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ned Gilardino is swimming in a new revenue stream after renting his pool and making nearly $50,000 during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Southwest flight attendant files lawsuit blaming airline for husband’s COVID-19 death
A Southwest Airlines flight attendant filed a lawsuit against the carrier, claiming it failed to properly protect staff from being exposed to the coronavirus during mandatory training last summer, which led to her husband's death.
A Southwest Airlines flight attendant filed a lawsuit against the carrier, claiming it failed to properly protect staff from being exposed to the coronavirus during mandatory training last summer, which led to her husband's death.
Physicians suing USDA claim latest dietary guidelines cater to meat, dairy industries, not health of Americans
he plaintiffs said the guidelines promote the interest of the meat and dairy industries while disregarding data showing the harm meat and dairy can cause, such as cancer and digestive issues.
he plaintiffs said the guidelines promote the interest of the meat and dairy industries while disregarding data showing the harm meat and dairy can cause, such as cancer and digestive issues.
Stranger surprises twins with gifts, a puppy after wish-list balloon to Santa found 650 miles away
Four-year-old twins Gianella and Luna sent Christmas wish lists to Santa Claus via red balloons. Little did they know, a stranger would find one of the balloons hundreds of miles away and fulfill their wishes.
Four-year-old twins Gianella and Luna sent Christmas wish lists to Santa Claus via red balloons. Little did they know, a stranger would find one of the balloons hundreds of miles away and fulfill their wishes.
‘Taco moon’: Taco Bell giving away free tacos on May 4
The lunar phase of the moon will resemble a taco on May 4, and Taco Bell will give fans a free crunchy taco to mark the occasion.
The lunar phase of the moon will resemble a taco on May 4, and Taco Bell will give fans a free crunchy taco to mark the occasion.
Drive-thru dinosaur experience coming to the Chicago area
A new family-friendly, COVID-safe drive-thru attraction is coming to the Chicago area this May.
A new family-friendly, COVID-safe drive-thru attraction is coming to the Chicago area this May.
Illinois REAL ID deadline extended to May 2023
Current Illinois driver's licenses and ID cards will continue to be accepted at airports after the Department of Homeland Security delayed the requirement of a REAL ID due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Current Illinois driver's licenses and ID cards will continue to be accepted at airports after the Department of Homeland Security delayed the requirement of a REAL ID due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Gerber searching for 2021 ‘spokesbaby’ with new Chief Growing Officer title
The chosen Gerber "spokesbaby" will get to hold the honorary role on its executive committee and be the face of the company — with “surprise perks included.”
The chosen Gerber "spokesbaby" will get to hold the honorary role on its executive committee and be the face of the company — with “surprise perks included.”
Groom dislikes bride's dress and asks Reddit if he's wrong for telling her: 'Little disappointed'
Honesty wasn’t the best policy for one Reddit user who is supposed to get married.
Honesty wasn’t the best policy for one Reddit user who is supposed to get married.
Study: Middle-aged people who sleep less than than 7 hours nightly may have increased risk of dementia
A recent study highlighted by the National Institutes of Health found that middle-aged people who slept less than seven hours a night and/or had irregular sleep patterns could be at higher risk of developing dementia later in life.
A recent study highlighted by the National Institutes of Health found that middle-aged people who slept less than seven hours a night and/or had irregular sleep patterns could be at higher risk of developing dementia later in life.
American honey is radioactive from nuclear bomb test in the 1950s, researchers say
Honey produced in the United States may contain trace amounts of radioactive fallout from nuclear and atomic tests that occurred more than 60 years ago, researchers say.
Honey produced in the United States may contain trace amounts of radioactive fallout from nuclear and atomic tests that occurred more than 60 years ago, researchers say.
Windy City Smokeout returns as Chicago loosens COVID-19 restrictions
The Windy City Smokeout will be one of the first big outdoor events to return to Chicago this summer following a year of cancellations due to the coronavirus pandemic.
The Windy City Smokeout will be one of the first big outdoor events to return to Chicago this summer following a year of cancellations due to the coronavirus pandemic.



















