How to break through the pandemic wall
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Lifestyle expert and coach Dr. Judith Wright lists some techniques for overcoming the apathy and disillusionment surrounding the pandemic.

FAA seeks $27,500 fine from passenger for hitting flight attendant

Federal officials are seeking a $27,500 civil penalty against an airline passenger who allegedly struck a flight attendant who asked the passenger and a companion to leave the plane after a dispute over wearing a face mask.

Tips for developing better sleep habits during the pandemic
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Dr. Sabra Abbott from Northwestern University talks about the increasing prevalence of insomnia during the pandemic and what you can do to maximize your rest during these trying times.

Food help expanded for children shut out of school by pandemic

As many as 1 million Illinois schoolchildren will get more nutritious meals after state officials received an expansion of a federally subsidized pandemic-relief program, Gov. J.B. Pritzker said Tuesday.

Cherokee Nation chief says it’s time for Jeep to stop using tribe’s name

“I’m sure this comes from a place that is well-intended, but it does not honor us by having our name plastered on the side of a car," Cherokee Nation Chief Chuck Hoskin, Jr. said.

Six rules for dining out in 2021
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So many of us are looking forward to dining out again when the worst of the pandemic is over. But as restaurants start opening up, what's that going to look like and how will this impact how we go about doing it. Etiquette expert Heidi Dulebohn shares her six tips for dining out in 2021.

Jameson Whiskey paying fans $50 to take off work on St. Patrick's Day

In the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day, Jameson is encouraging people to take "SPTO" (St. Patrick's time off) to kick back and celebrate on March 17, 2021.

Ford asks dealers to loan new F-150s to Texans to power homes amid historic cold

After a Texas resident posted a photo of his F-150 helping him charge appliances and keeping his home warm, Ford asked dealers in the state to loan out the trucks to others struggling to stay warm.

Chicago expands indoor dining capacity as COVID cases decline

Restrictions on indoor service at Chicago bars and restaurants were eased Tuesday with Mayor Lori Lightfoot announcing expanded capacity due to the city's progress in curbing the spread of COVID-19.

McDonald's Shamrock Shake is back ahead of St. Patrick's Day

McDonald’s is going green. The fast-food chain’s coveted Shamrock Shake returned Monday in all of its minty glory.

3 boundaries to set at home to better manage your time
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Mitchell Creasey from The President's Coach breaks down three important tips for helping you better manage your time at home during the confines of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Kids with Down syndrome 10 times more likely to die of COVID, but not high on some vaccine lists

20 states still have NOT explicitly placed people with intellectual and developmental disabilities on vaccine priority lists. John Lindeberg, 20, managed the high school team, but even as the players get back on the ice his Down syndrome means he has to stay home. "He watches his brother leave for his high school hockey practices, and that's hard because and he really wants to be at the hockey rink," his mom said.

Buffets back open in Ohio despite pandemic safety concerns

The buffet is back open at restaurants and bars throughout Ohio, but with cautionary self-service measures to curb the spread of the coronavirus.

Domestic violence hotline calls remain steady in pandemic, but are more 'intense'

An increased number of calls into domestic violence hotlines are more "intense" during the COVID-19 pandemic, says the director of Domestic and Sexual Violence at A New Leaf.

Valentine's Day deals to savor at restaurants, fast food chains

Restaurants and fast-food chains across the country are catering to food lovers this Valentine’s Day with sweet deals bound to attract appetites everywhere.