Day in the life of a Fox 32 Chicago stagehand | ChicagoNOW
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Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes here at FOX 32 Chicago? One of our amazing interns, Serena, takes you there in her series, "Serena's Intern Shenangians." In today's episode, she spotlights Em, our incredible stagehand, and gives us a behind-the-scenes look at their role at the station.

Lollapalooza 2025: Aftershows, pre-games, free events & more | ChicagoNOW
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We are coming up on Lollapalooza weekend, and there is so much to do in the city. Do312 Community Engagement Specialist Abhijeet Rane discusses some fun ideas to fill your weekend.

Should you talk to babies like adults? A development expert explains | ChicagoNOW
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There's a "momfluencer" on TikTok named Alex Bennett who talks to her baby like an adult. It's gone viral, and it's very cute. So we wanted to know, is this good for the baby? Or is there a reason there's "baby talk?" Michigan State Professor Dr. Claire Vallotton explains the best way to talk to a baby.

Electricity costs climb, 'Tea' app hacked & Las Vegas tourism dip | Consumer News
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Consumer News: Electricity costs are up 6% in the first half of 2025. A data breach on the Tea app has exposed user photos and personal information. Las Vegas tourism is down, hurting service industry tips. Plus, Meta halts political ads in the EU, Barbie sales dip, and cottage cheese is making a comeback.

McDonald's testing CosMc's-inspired drinks at restaurants

The drinks are concepts from CosMc’s, the chain’s all-beverage store concept which launched in 2023 and closed earlier this summer.

Step into a comic book at 2D Restaurant in Lakeview
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Join Chef Kevin Yu at 2D Restaurant this Sunday as the black-and-white comic world comes alive with bold flavors inspired by Taiwan?s vibrant night markets.

Chicago suburbs crack down on short-term rentals | ChicagoNOW
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More and more Chicago suburbs are tightening the rules and banning short-term rentals altogether. While they're popular with travelers, some local leaders say they're causing problems, from parking headaches to loud parties to safety concerns.

Lollapalooza: What gives Illinois concertgoers the ick? | ChicagoNOW
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With Lollapalooza just around the corner, a poll of 3,000 festival attendees nationwide reveals what gives people the ultimate ick. We're learning the biggest festival red flags, and Illinois concertgoers have some strong opinions.

Things to do in Chicago this weekend – Bears training camp, Taste of Lincoln, Venetian Night, AEW and more

July is nearly coming to a close, but we still have a great weekend ahead of us Chicago! It's supposed to be a rainy weekend, but with AEW coming to town, the taste of Lincoln Avenue, and Bears training camp, this weekend is primed to be a fun time.

Robert's Pizza debuts Nutcracker-inspired pie for Christmas in July
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Named one of the top 10 pizzas in the U.S., Robert?s Pizza in Chicago celebrates the Joffrey Ballet?s Nutcracker anniversary with a festive new pizza?and early access to show tickets!

Why friendships can matter as much as diet and exercise | ChicagoNOW
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Studies show that friendships can be as essential to our health, well-being and longevity as diet and exercise. But, studies also show that having too many "close" friends can prove to be stressful and hard to balance, so a diverse group of types of friends is actually key. Dr. Reneh Karamians with The Chicago School breaks down why this is.

Apple's legal win, Uber adds new feature & Microsoft server breach | Business News
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Business News: Uber plans a new feature to match female drivers with female riders. Apple wins a court case over iPhone storage claims. Chinese hackers target Microsoft servers. Plus, a car cupholder controversy, flu shot updates, new teen safety tools from Meta, and a look at the benefits of a four-day work week.

Mechanista auto shop encourages young women to dive into the world of car repairs
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Mechanista, a nonprofit based out of Ravenswood, is encouraging young woman to explore careers as automotive technicians in an industry heavily skewed toward men

CDC: US fertility rate dropped to all-time low in 2024

The fertility rate has been sliding in America for close to two decades as women wait longer to have kids or choose not to have them at all.