Women behind Malört: Uncovering a lesser-known part of Chicago’s iconic spirit
CH Distillery’s Katey “Bunny” Rafanello discusses the role women have played in shaping Malört’s history and how opportunities for women in the spirits industry are evolving.
CH Distillery’s Katey “Bunny” Rafanello discusses the role women have played in shaping Malört’s history and how opportunities for women in the spirits industry are evolving.
Outlaw Music Festival announces 2026 tour, with Chicagoland stop
The Outlaw Music Festival returns to Chicagoland this summer. Here's the lineup, dates and ticket information.
The Outlaw Music Festival returns to Chicagoland this summer. Here's the lineup, dates and ticket information.
Chicago suburb named best city to live in America for third straight year
A Chicago suburb does it again! It was named best city to live in America for the third straight year.
A Chicago suburb does it again! It was named best city to live in America for the third straight year.
Trader Joe's recalls over 9M pounds of vegetable fried rice sold in 43 states due to glass contamination
The new recall of Trader Joe's frozen vegetable fried rice products affects multiple states, including Arizona, Colorado, Illinois, and Georgia.
The new recall of Trader Joe's frozen vegetable fried rice products affects multiple states, including Arizona, Colorado, Illinois, and Georgia.
Popular cruise line abruptly changes 20 of its voyages, disrupting vacations
Royal Caribbean scrapped the itineraries for 20 upcoming voyages, impacting thousands of passengers.
Royal Caribbean scrapped the itineraries for 20 upcoming voyages, impacting thousands of passengers.
DHS starts deploying ICE to airports
The Department of Homeland Security is sending ICE agents to airports across the country to help with TSA call-outs.
The Department of Homeland Security is sending ICE agents to airports across the country to help with TSA call-outs.
ICE agents at Atlanta airport in supporting role
ICE agents arrived at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Monday to assist with security line management as TSA staffing shortages cause three-hour wait times.
ICE agents arrived at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Monday to assist with security line management as TSA staffing shortages cause three-hour wait times.
ICE agents deployed at Chicago’s O’Hare Airport, mayor responds
Federal immigration agents have been deployed at O'Hare International Airport, prompting concern from Mayor Brandon Johnson.
Federal immigration agents have been deployed at O'Hare International Airport, prompting concern from Mayor Brandon Johnson.
These states rank as the most stressed places in America in 2026, data suggests
Americans are experiencing increasing stress fueled by economic uncertainty, workplace demands and social disconnection, according to a new WalletHub report.
Americans are experiencing increasing stress fueled by economic uncertainty, workplace demands and social disconnection, according to a new WalletHub report.
Stewarts' Cheesecake in Chicago's suburbs has something sweet for everyone
Stewarts' Cheesecake in Bloomingdale has been known for making delicious treats for decades.
Stewarts' Cheesecake in Bloomingdale has been known for making delicious treats for decades.
Trump says he will send ICE to solve TSA shortages
The Department of Homeland Security shutdown continues to lead to long lines at airports nationwide and now President Trump is proposing that ICE agents could alleviate the TSA shortages.
The Department of Homeland Security shutdown continues to lead to long lines at airports nationwide and now President Trump is proposing that ICE agents could alleviate the TSA shortages.
Shamrock Shuffle returns Sunday with races, road closures across Chicago
Sunday marks the annual Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle, one of Chicago's beloved St. Patrick's Day celebrations and running traditions.
Sunday marks the annual Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle, one of Chicago's beloved St. Patrick's Day celebrations and running traditions.
America 250: New dimes in 2026 will have commemorative design
In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, a new design theme will be printed on the 10-cent coin this year. The dimes will return to the President Roosevelt design in 2027.
In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, a new design theme will be printed on the 10-cent coin this year. The dimes will return to the President Roosevelt design in 2027.
Alcohol linked to rising colon cancer risk as disease becomes leading killer
Colorectal cancer is now the leading cause of cancer-related death among people under 50, according to the American Cancer Society, and experts say alcohol consumption is a significant contributing risk factor.
Colorectal cancer is now the leading cause of cancer-related death among people under 50, according to the American Cancer Society, and experts say alcohol consumption is a significant contributing risk factor.
Long-term alcohol habit may be tied to a troubling cancer trend, doctors warn
Even moderate alcohol consumption is tied to higher colorectal cancer risk over time, researchers say.
Even moderate alcohol consumption is tied to higher colorectal cancer risk over time, researchers say.
Chicago's Manny's Deli gears up for Passover Seders
Manny's Deli has been serving up classic Jewish homestyle comfort food for generations in Chicago, and they're now gearing up for Passover Seders.
Manny's Deli has been serving up classic Jewish homestyle comfort food for generations in Chicago, and they're now gearing up for Passover Seders.
The $10,000 car loan tax deduction: Here's who qualifies and how to claim it
The IRS has released guidance on a new deduction that allows eligible taxpayers to write off up to $10,000 in auto loan interest per year.
The IRS has released guidance on a new deduction that allows eligible taxpayers to write off up to $10,000 in auto loan interest per year.
Small airports face closure risk amid ongoing TSA staffing shortages
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says smaller airports are at risk of closing due to staffing shortages caused by an ongoing partial government shutdown.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says smaller airports are at risk of closing due to staffing shortages caused by an ongoing partial government shutdown.
New food lineup at Wrigley Field ready for Opening Day
Ahead of Opening Day, Tina Nguyen previews the latest food and drink offerings at Wrigley Field, giving Cubs fans plenty of new flavors to try this season.
Ahead of Opening Day, Tina Nguyen previews the latest food and drink offerings at Wrigley Field, giving Cubs fans plenty of new flavors to try this season.
TSA adding Touchless ID to speed up airport security lines
Air travelers have a new way to shorten their wait times at the security screening line at the airport. The Transportation Security Agency (TSA) is allowing frequent fliers to sign up for TSA PreCheck Touchless ID.
Air travelers have a new way to shorten their wait times at the security screening line at the airport. The Transportation Security Agency (TSA) is allowing frequent fliers to sign up for TSA PreCheck Touchless ID.