Global microchip shortage shuts down Belvidere Jeep plant
The Stellantis plant in Belvidere will stop production for two weeks, according to a statement from the company.
The Stellantis plant in Belvidere will stop production for two weeks, according to a statement from the company.
Manny's Deli giving away 1,000 free sandwiches to customers wearing masks
The popular South Loop deli tried for days to get people to wear masks by offering up a free sandwich day. It didn't work, but now a longtime customer has paid for a free sandwich day in honor of the deli's efforts to promote mask uses.
The popular South Loop deli tried for days to get people to wear masks by offering up a free sandwich day. It didn't work, but now a longtime customer has paid for a free sandwich day in honor of the deli's efforts to promote mask uses.
How COVID-19 changed the future of restaurants
With lobbies closed, customers have chosen the drive-thru, curbside pickup or delivery -- and most want their food served fast and contact free.
With lobbies closed, customers have chosen the drive-thru, curbside pickup or delivery -- and most want their food served fast and contact free.
Mothers from Chicago and suburbs say that Child Tax Credit expansion will make a huge difference
"This tax credit is definitely a blessing," said Maria Ramirez, a working mom in Waukegan. "I am working two jobs as a middle class American in Lake County. I've never qualified for any government assistance because I've made just over the minimum bracket. So it leaves me in a predicament where I don't qualify, so I have to get a second job."
"This tax credit is definitely a blessing," said Maria Ramirez, a working mom in Waukegan. "I am working two jobs as a middle class American in Lake County. I've never qualified for any government assistance because I've made just over the minimum bracket. So it leaves me in a predicament where I don't qualify, so I have to get a second job."
Aurora gives away free food to 1,200 families at pop-up pantry
Aurora Mayor Richard Irvin spent his 51st birthday volunteering at the pop-up pantry. "There's no place that I'd rather be than here making sure that our residents of Aurora have the food they need during this pandemic," he said. "We see the light at the end of this tunnel, but we're not through it yet."
Aurora Mayor Richard Irvin spent his 51st birthday volunteering at the pop-up pantry. "There's no place that I'd rather be than here making sure that our residents of Aurora have the food they need during this pandemic," he said. "We see the light at the end of this tunnel, but we're not through it yet."
Twin brothers from Tinley Park competing together in track at Chicago State University
Mychah and Malachi Spells said the opportunity to attend Chicago State University happened at the last minute and they couldn't pass it up.
Mychah and Malachi Spells said the opportunity to attend Chicago State University happened at the last minute and they couldn't pass it up.
New Lenox and Homer Glen engaged in pop tab battle, winner to send a family to Disney World
The winning village gets to choose a local family with a disabled member for a trip to Disney World. The contest runs through the end of June.
The winning village gets to choose a local family with a disabled member for a trip to Disney World. The contest runs through the end of June.
Chicago 'Mario Kart' fan travels in real-life Go Kart
One Chicago man is bringing a video game classic to real life by channel channeling his inner Mario Kart.
One Chicago man is bringing a video game classic to real life by channel channeling his inner Mario Kart.
Spring cleaning goes way beyond your house
Peggy McColl talks about how to apply lessons from her new book 'Savy Wisdom: It Has The Power to Change Your Life.'
Peggy McColl talks about how to apply lessons from her new book 'Savy Wisdom: It Has The Power to Change Your Life.'
Meghan Markle gives back to volunteers in Chicago with a small gift
Meghan Markle recently baked a sweet treat to thank World Central Kitchen volunteers in Chicago, and the sincere note sent along was the icing on the cake.
Meghan Markle recently baked a sweet treat to thank World Central Kitchen volunteers in Chicago, and the sincere note sent along was the icing on the cake.
California ice cream parlor receives $1G tip: 'She was just happy that we are still open'
The customer left a $1,000 tip for a $63.31 order and wrote "stay well" on her receipt.
The customer left a $1,000 tip for a $63.31 order and wrote "stay well" on her receipt.
Illinois Automobile Dealers Association sues state, EV makers over direct sales
The Illinois Automobile Dealers Association has filed a lawsuit against the state and electric truck startup Rivian for selling vehicles directly to consumers.
The Illinois Automobile Dealers Association has filed a lawsuit against the state and electric truck startup Rivian for selling vehicles directly to consumers.
'F**k this place!' Airline pilot blasts Bay Area, liberals in expletive-filled rant
The verbal tirade was captured over the Mineta San Jose International Airport’s air traffic control scanner on March 13 and archived by Live ATC.
The verbal tirade was captured over the Mineta San Jose International Airport’s air traffic control scanner on March 13 and archived by Live ATC.
Wisconsin bars, restaurants can now sell cocktails, wine to go
The bill, which won bipartisan approval in the Legislature, allows for mixed drinks and glasses of wine to be sold to go as long as they have tamper-evident seals. It takes effect immediately.
The bill, which won bipartisan approval in the Legislature, allows for mixed drinks and glasses of wine to be sold to go as long as they have tamper-evident seals. It takes effect immediately.
Stray dog gifted stuffed unicorn after ‘consistently’ stealing it from dollar store
One stray dog’s determination to swipe a stuffed unicorn from a North Carolina dollar store turned into the “ultimutt“ surprise for the four-legged friend.
One stray dog’s determination to swipe a stuffed unicorn from a North Carolina dollar store turned into the “ultimutt“ surprise for the four-legged friend.
Arizona firefighter reveals hidden piano talent after responding to call at assisted-living facility
Watch out Beethoven — a new pianist is in town!
Watch out Beethoven — a new pianist is in town!
Spring break: Tubi’s library of movies will keep kids entertained while school is out
Spring is finally here and that means it’s time for kids to get a well-deserved break from virtual learning.
Spring is finally here and that means it’s time for kids to get a well-deserved break from virtual learning.
Pepsi releases newest limited-edition soda flavor: Peeps
Pepsi and Peeps have partnered to create a soda flavor unlike any other.
Pepsi and Peeps have partnered to create a soda flavor unlike any other.
Health challenges abound one year into pandemic
Joy Bauer, host of 'Health, Happiness, Joy,' talks about some of the health challenges people are facing as the pandemic rages on.
Joy Bauer, host of 'Health, Happiness, Joy,' talks about some of the health challenges people are facing as the pandemic rages on.
New research could make air travel safer amid pandemic
New research could make air travel safer during the pandemic, as the number of people hitting the skies keeps climbing.
New research could make air travel safer during the pandemic, as the number of people hitting the skies keeps climbing.