The 10 states where homeowners save the most on property taxes
Property taxes are on the rise across much of the U.S., with the median bill climbing 2.8% in 2024 to $3,500, according to Realtor.com.
Property taxes are on the rise across much of the U.S., with the median bill climbing 2.8% in 2024 to $3,500, according to Realtor.com.
Toy Hall of Fame announces 2025 inductees
The National Toy Hall of Fame has revealed its Class of 2025, inducting Battleship, Slime, and Trivial Pursuit as this year’s honorees.
The National Toy Hall of Fame has revealed its Class of 2025, inducting Battleship, Slime, and Trivial Pursuit as this year’s honorees.
How the government shutdown will affect international flights
Federal government shutdown has snarled travel across the U.S. Here's what to expect if you have an international flight coming up.
Federal government shutdown has snarled travel across the U.S. Here's what to expect if you have an international flight coming up.
Hooters revamps menu, updates uniforms as original owners take over
Hooters' original owners acquired the chain from bankruptcy, and are taking the restaurant back to its roots.
Hooters' original owners acquired the chain from bankruptcy, and are taking the restaurant back to its roots.
Chick-fil-A unveils holiday menu and return of popular milkshake
The fast-food chain is bringing back some of its signature holiday classics such as the Peppermint Chip Milkshake and Peppermint Iced Coffee.
The fast-food chain is bringing back some of its signature holiday classics such as the Peppermint Chip Milkshake and Peppermint Iced Coffee.
Hotel Chocolat coming to Michigan Avenue this holiday season
A Hotel Chocolat flagship store is opening on Michigan Avenue, just in time for the holiday season.
A Hotel Chocolat flagship store is opening on Michigan Avenue, just in time for the holiday season.
Veterans Day 2025 deals: Where Veterans can get free meals and discounts
Veterans Day is celebrated each year to honor the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. To honor and thank Veterans for their service and sacrifice, many businesses offer discounts and special deals.
Veterans Day is celebrated each year to honor the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. To honor and thank Veterans for their service and sacrifice, many businesses offer discounts and special deals.
SNAP latest: SCOTUS issues emergency order temporarily blocking full funding for aid program
A federal appeals court had left an order in place that required the Trump administration to provide full SNAP benefits for November amid a U.S. government shutdown.
A federal appeals court had left an order in place that required the Trump administration to provide full SNAP benefits for November amid a U.S. government shutdown.
The holidays are the right time to plan 2026 trips | ChicagoNOW
If you've ever thought about taking the whole family on vacation, now is the time to get started. Travel expert, Jeanenne Tornatore, joins with her top tips for planning memorable multi-generational getaways.
If you've ever thought about taking the whole family on vacation, now is the time to get started. Travel expert, Jeanenne Tornatore, joins with her top tips for planning memorable multi-generational getaways.
Chipotle’s “Round Up for Real Change" campaign supporting Veterans and military community
Chipotle is continuing its support of Veterans and the military community through its “Round Up for Real Change" campaign.
Chipotle is continuing its support of Veterans and the military community through its “Round Up for Real Change" campaign.
FAA's order to reduce flights at airports amid shutdown is in effect. What we know
Flights at airports nationwide are being cut, while hundreds more scheduled for Friday already have been canceled leaving travelers scrambling.
Flights at airports nationwide are being cut, while hundreds more scheduled for Friday already have been canceled leaving travelers scrambling.
Honda recalls over 400,000 cars over wheel detachment problem
The auto manufacturer’s recall impacts certain model Honda Civics made between 2016 and 2021.
The auto manufacturer’s recall impacts certain model Honda Civics made between 2016 and 2021.
‘Wicked’ costumes take the spotlight in Griffin MSI’s upcoming exhibit
Griffin MSI pulls back the curtain on Broadway’s most iconic costumes in its upcoming Paul Tazewell exhibit.
Griffin MSI pulls back the curtain on Broadway’s most iconic costumes in its upcoming Paul Tazewell exhibit.
Ice cream bars recalled in over 30 states over wheat allergy risk
The recalled Häagen-Dazs ice cream bars were sold at Kroger and Giant Eagle stores nationwide. Here’s what you need to know.
The recalled Häagen-Dazs ice cream bars were sold at Kroger and Giant Eagle stores nationwide. Here’s what you need to know.
Starbucks holiday menu 2025: New drinks, Hello Kitty collab, and ‘Bearista’ cup
Starbucks is kicking off the holiday season with new festive drinks, a Hello Kitty collab and the viral 'Bearista' cup.
Starbucks is kicking off the holiday season with new festive drinks, a Hello Kitty collab and the viral 'Bearista' cup.
Toyota recalls over 1 million vehicles over rearview camera issue
The recall covers certain model Toyota, Lexus and Subaru vehicles manufactured between 2022 and 2026.
The recall covers certain model Toyota, Lexus and Subaru vehicles manufactured between 2022 and 2026.
Delta to cut some flights under FAA plan, offering flexibility for flyers
Delta Air Lines will comply with an FAA order to cut flights at 40 major U.S. airports starting Friday, likely including Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson, while offering flexible options for travelers affected by the reductions.
Delta Air Lines will comply with an FAA order to cut flights at 40 major U.S. airports starting Friday, likely including Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson, while offering flexible options for travelers affected by the reductions.
Air traffic controllers feeling the strain as shutdown worsens staffing crisis
The Great Lakes regional vice president of the National Air Traffic Controllers Association discusses how the government shutdown is deepening staffing shortages, lowering morale, and putting more pressure on workers ahead of the busy holiday travel season.
The Great Lakes regional vice president of the National Air Traffic Controllers Association discusses how the government shutdown is deepening staffing shortages, lowering morale, and putting more pressure on workers ahead of the busy holiday travel season.
FAA cuts flights amid shutdown — What to do if yours is delayed or canceled
The Federal Aviation Administration will reduce air traffic by 10% in 40 major markets starting Friday as unpaid air traffic controllers continue to call out.
The Federal Aviation Administration will reduce air traffic by 10% in 40 major markets starting Friday as unpaid air traffic controllers continue to call out.
FAA reducing air traffic by 10% amid ongoing government shutdown
The reduction was prompted due to staffing shortage amid the ongoing government shutdown.
The reduction was prompted due to staffing shortage amid the ongoing government shutdown.