Costco discontinues half-sheet cakes, possibly due to COVID-19

The popular half-sheet cakes are not being sold in any Costco locations across the country, and the company expressed no immediate plans on bringing them back.

The great outdoors: Creating a summer oasis in your backyard
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With more people sticking close to home this summer, the backyard is back in a big way. Robert Milani, senior architect at Bertog Landscape Company, has some tips to turn your backyard into a summer oasis.

New challenges as restaurants around Chicago reopen
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Friday is a day a lot of Chicagoans have been waiting for - getting back inside our favorite restaurants. It's a big day for those restaurants too. Franco Gianni, owner of Wood restaurant on North Halsted, talks about how coronavirus has changed the dining experience.

EU considers barring US travelers as it reopens, citing coronavirus response, sources say

The European Union may initially exclude Americans from visiting the EU as it reopens to international travelers following months of restrictions to combat the coronavirus pandemic, Fox News has learned. 

How writing and drawing can be a calming influence on children
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Author Brian Wray talks about his children's book 'Max's Box,' which helps kids learn how to manage their emotions and limit negative feelings.

Dance Forever Studio flourishes in pivot to virtual fitness classes
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Megan Bernier, co-director of Dance Forever Studio, talks about the great turnout they've seen in their virtual fitness classes during the pandemic.

Chicago restaurants given OK for limited June 26 reopening

Chicago’s restaurants will be allowed to serve limited numbers of diners indoors beginning next week, which is earlier than expected, Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced Friday.

Rooftop bar season reopens in Chicago
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One of the best rooftop bars in Chicago is up and running after the long COVID-19 closing. Bernie's Chicago on Orleans is ready for a fun summer and GM Mark O'Sullivan has all the details.

Infertility influencer: My mom is carrying our baby
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Brianna Lockwood was on nearly four years of unsuccessful fertility treatments when she knew it was time to explore other options. She needed a carrier and she found one closer than anyone would expect - her own mother!