5 unique travel destinations that go beyond the all-inclusive honeymoon
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Emmy-winning travel host Alle Pierce shares her top five off-the-beaten-path getaways for couples?and anyone craving a one-of-a-kind escape.

Ritz cracker sandwich cartons recalled over mislabeling

The company is recalling the snacks 'as a precaution' after learning of a supplier error in packaging film for the popular snacks.

What makes someone 'cool'? A global study reveals surprising answers
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Professor Caleb Warren breaks down his worldwide research on what defines coolness, how it varies across cultures, and why it matters more than you think.

End of shoes-off policy at U.S. airports delights Chicago travelers
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Customers at Chicago?s airports might finally be able to keep their shoes on at airport security with the TSA ending its 20-year policy. The Department of Homeland Security announced an end to the policy on Tuesday.

Festival-ready beauty & style hacks to beat the heat this summer
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Beauty expert Nicole Pearl shares her top summer picks ? from skin refreshers and SPF must-haves to comfy fashion and sweet treats ? to keep you glowing all festival season long.

TSA ditches shoe-removal rule | ChicagoNOW
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The TSA might be stepping back from its infamous shoe-removal rule ? but not for everyone. We?re breaking down the latest changes, plus what you shouldn?t wear to the airport if you want to breeze through security. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.

Why younger shoppers are struggling with impulse spending | ChicagoNOW
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As summer sales heat up and Prime Day takes over your feed, a new BadCredit.org study shows that Millennials and Gen Z are also feeling financial regret. Consumer finance expert Erica Sandberg answers what?s driving this behavior and how we can break the cycle. FULL STUDY HERE: https://www.badcredit.org/studies/millennials-and-gen-z-report-more-financial-regret/

Chicago's strangest bars you probably never knew about | ChicagoNOW
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An anonymous duo behind the Strange Bar Sunday Instagram account has been documenting Chicago?s strangest bars since 2014. Block Club Chicago reporter Linze Rice explains what makes these bars so unique and what they reveal about Chicagoans themselves.

It's not great being late: Tips from an etiquette expert
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Prone to missing events? Rushing out the door? Being unfashionably late? Listen to etiquette expert Akilah Siti Easter on "ChicagoNOW" on how to navigate lateness in today's culture.

Top 10 list of least healthy fast-food chains released by WorldAtlas

Fast food may be a beloved American tradition—right up there with baseball and oversized soda cups—but a new ranking is putting some of our favorite chains on nutritional notice.

Pilot Project Brewing opens just steps from Wrigley Field
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Pilot Project's latest location on Clark Street pairs craft beer with creative cuisine and a hidden cocktail lounge.

Red Hot Ranch and Oberweis join forces in Skokie

One of Chicago’s iconic burger joints is expanding to the suburbs with a new location in Skokie, the owners announced.