Cities where retirees' Social Security benefits stretch the furthest in 2025
A recent report finds that Social Security covers only about 30% of retirees’ expenses on average in the largest U.S. cities.
A recent report finds that Social Security covers only about 30% of retirees’ expenses on average in the largest U.S. cities.
Dan Rivera, Annabelle doll’s haunted tour host, dies at 54
A paranormal investigator known for his work with a psychic research group based in New England died suddenly, the group announced this week.
A paranormal investigator known for his work with a psychic research group based in New England died suddenly, the group announced this week.
Chicago restaurant closes for good after mass shooting leaves four dead
Artis Restaurant & Lounge in River North is closing its doors for good after a mass shooting outside the business killed four people earlier this month. Read the Chicago restaurant's full statement.
Artis Restaurant & Lounge in River North is closing its doors for good after a mass shooting outside the business killed four people earlier this month. Read the Chicago restaurant's full statement.
River North restaurant closing up shop after deadly mass shooting
A restaurant and lounge at the center of a Chicago mass shooting is closing. Artis in River North made the announcement last night on social media.
A restaurant and lounge at the center of a Chicago mass shooting is closing. Artis in River North made the announcement last night on social media.
National Hot Dog Day 2025: Deals and freebies
National Hot Dog Day is today and if anyone knows how to celebrate, it's Chicagoans.
National Hot Dog Day is today and if anyone knows how to celebrate, it's Chicagoans.
These US airports are the worst to fly out of; see the list
AirHelp created its ranking based on on-time performance, customer opinion and the food and shopping experience.
AirHelp created its ranking based on on-time performance, customer opinion and the food and shopping experience.
UNO says Las Vegas casino floors ’aren’t ready for us yet’ after gambling rumors go wild
UNO clarifies that its upcoming Las Vegas experience will not include gambling tables, despite viral rumors suggesting otherwise.
UNO clarifies that its upcoming Las Vegas experience will not include gambling tables, despite viral rumors suggesting otherwise.
South dominates survey of America's biggest boomtowns: See the list
LendingTree ranked 100 of largest metros in the United States.
LendingTree ranked 100 of largest metros in the United States.
Chick-fil-A’s ‘Code Moo’ returns with new missions, free food and cow-themed fun
Chick-fil-A's Code Moo campaign offers digital missions, free food rewards, and exclusive entertainment from July 15 to August 4.
Chick-fil-A's Code Moo campaign offers digital missions, free food rewards, and exclusive entertainment from July 15 to August 4.
Movies in the park Chicago: Kid friendly or date night activity | ChicagoNOW
ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
KFC offering free bucket of fried chicken: How to get it
The tasty deal is available for a limited time, and here’s how it works.
The tasty deal is available for a limited time, and here’s how it works.
Starbucks' secret menu hits the app alongside $25,000 prize challenge | ChicagoNOW
Starbucks has officially launched a secret menu for Rewards members, featuring top customer drink customizations directly in the Starbucks app's "offers" tab. You can submit your drink creation to the contest for the chance to win $25,000.
Starbucks has officially launched a secret menu for Rewards members, featuring top customer drink customizations directly in the Starbucks app's "offers" tab. You can submit your drink creation to the contest for the chance to win $25,000.
Taco Bell has new ‘mocktails’ this summer
Taco Bell is going all in on beverages this summer.
Taco Bell is going all in on beverages this summer.
Eating out? Here's what costs less -- and more -- than last year
Toast has released its latest menu price monitor that tracks monthly price trends for popular food and drink items at U.S. restaurants.
Toast has released its latest menu price monitor that tracks monthly price trends for popular food and drink items at U.S. restaurants.
June CPI inflation report: Which prices changed the most last month
Inflation in the U.S. rose last month to its highest level since February, reversing several months of cooling prices. Here's a look at what prices changed the most.
Inflation in the U.S. rose last month to its highest level since February, reversing several months of cooling prices. Here's a look at what prices changed the most.
Vacation renters throw out $2 billion worth of food each year
A new study finds that travelers staying in short-term rentals like Airbnb leave behind billions of dollars in uneaten groceries and takeout each year: "Basically an additional lodging tax."
A new study finds that travelers staying in short-term rentals like Airbnb leave behind billions of dollars in uneaten groceries and takeout each year: "Basically an additional lodging tax."
UNO is coming to Vegas—can you actually gamble on it?
Mattel is bringing UNO to the Palms Casino in Las Vegas with a colorful, limited-time experience—but don’t expect to place bets on the game.
Mattel is bringing UNO to the Palms Casino in Las Vegas with a colorful, limited-time experience—but don’t expect to place bets on the game.
Step into a real-life comic book! Inside the viral 2D restaurant experience
FOX 32?s Roseanne Tellez takes us inside Glen Ellyn?s hand-drawn, black-and-white 2D restaurant that?s turning heads and pages?literally.
FOX 32?s Roseanne Tellez takes us inside Glen Ellyn?s hand-drawn, black-and-white 2D restaurant that?s turning heads and pages?literally.
Students show off innovative new foods at Chicago's 'Show and Taste'
This week McCormick Place is home to the Institute of Food Technologists or the IFT. This is the group’s annual meeting and food expo.
This week McCormick Place is home to the Institute of Food Technologists or the IFT. This is the group’s annual meeting and food expo.
TikTok users clash over the 'Gen Z Stare' and what it means | ChicagoNOW
TikTok's latest debate? The Gen Z stare. The Gen Z stare is that glazed-over, middle-distance look, often seen in videos where younger people are working service jobs or dealing with awkward social moments. Some say it's a response to older generations being confusing. Others argue it's just Gen Z avoiding small talk altogether.
TikTok's latest debate? The Gen Z stare. The Gen Z stare is that glazed-over, middle-distance look, often seen in videos where younger people are working service jobs or dealing with awkward social moments. Some say it's a response to older generations being confusing. Others argue it's just Gen Z avoiding small talk altogether.