Gen Z job seekers: How to stand out in a tough market | ChicagoNOW
It's no secret that the job market right now is tough. especially for Gen Zers fresh out of college. Young Adult Career Consultant, Founder of Mag 7 Consulting, and Author Barry Garapedian helps us break down what Gen Z jobseekers need to know right now-from soft skills and networking to standing out in a sea of similar resumes.
It's no secret that the job market right now is tough. especially for Gen Zers fresh out of college. Young Adult Career Consultant, Founder of Mag 7 Consulting, and Author Barry Garapedian helps us break down what Gen Z jobseekers need to know right now-from soft skills and networking to standing out in a sea of similar resumes.
The Sugar Hole: Chicago's viral puppet-run ice cream shop
The Sugar Hole, an ice cream shop in Chicago, has been all the buzz thanks to its unusual twist: your ice cream order is taken by puppets.
The Sugar Hole, an ice cream shop in Chicago, has been all the buzz thanks to its unusual twist: your ice cream order is taken by puppets.
Procter & Gamble price hike, YouTube age checks & June hiring slowdown | Business News
Business News: Procter & Gamble raise prices to offset tariffs. YouTube plans to launch new age-estimation technology to protect teens. Job openings fell in June. Plus, Apple Card deal in the works with Chase, Dannon's parent company sues Chobani, Starbucks unveils new products to boost sales, and a report shows 1 in 10 Americans are now millionaires.
Business News: Procter & Gamble raise prices to offset tariffs. YouTube plans to launch new age-estimation technology to protect teens. Job openings fell in June. Plus, Apple Card deal in the works with Chase, Dannon's parent company sues Chobani, Starbucks unveils new products to boost sales, and a report shows 1 in 10 Americans are now millionaires.
Eli?s Cheesecake celebrates 45 years with new flavor for National Cheesecake Day
As National Cheesecake Day approaches, Eli?s Cheesecake kicks off the celebration early with a new sundae-inspired flavor and a look back at 45 years of sweet success.
As National Cheesecake Day approaches, Eli?s Cheesecake kicks off the celebration early with a new sundae-inspired flavor and a look back at 45 years of sweet success.
Michelin-starred chef opens up about trauma, triumph in new memoir
World-renowned chef Curtis Duffy, known for earning three Michelin stars and redefining fine dining, shares his deeply personal journey through childhood tragedy and culinary triumph in his powerful new memoir Fireproof.
World-renowned chef Curtis Duffy, known for earning three Michelin stars and redefining fine dining, shares his deeply personal journey through childhood tragedy and culinary triumph in his powerful new memoir Fireproof.
Breakup Bootcamp: Expert Amy Chan on moving past heartbreak | ChicagoNOW
Most of us have been there. You and your significant other have broken up, you're heartbroken, and you just can't get out of that funk. That's where Founder and "Chief Heart Hacker" for Renew Breakup Bootcamp Amy Chan comes in. She hosts retreats that include therapy, counseling, and more. She's here to talk more about navigating breakups.
Most of us have been there. You and your significant other have broken up, you're heartbroken, and you just can't get out of that funk. That's where Founder and "Chief Heart Hacker" for Renew Breakup Bootcamp Amy Chan comes in. She hosts retreats that include therapy, counseling, and more. She's here to talk more about navigating breakups.
Is that 'thirst trap' helping or hurting you? Expert shares advice
Licensed clinical social worker Amy Morin joins us to break down the emotional impact of social media, from thirst traps to like counts, and offers real tools for protecting your mental health.
Licensed clinical social worker Amy Morin joins us to break down the emotional impact of social media, from thirst traps to like counts, and offers real tools for protecting your mental health.
USDA sued by states for attempts to collect food stamp data on Americans
Twenty state attorneys general sued the Trump administration over its demand for SNAP participants' personal data.
Twenty state attorneys general sued the Trump administration over its demand for SNAP participants' personal data.
What is Ayurveda? TikTok trend explained | ChicagoNOW
There's always a new health or wellness trend making its rounds on social media, and right now, it's Ayurveda that's capturing attention, especially on TikTok. Nidhi Pandya, an Ayurvedic expert and bestselling author of "Your Body Already Knows," joins us to explain what it is.
There's always a new health or wellness trend making its rounds on social media, and right now, it's Ayurveda that's capturing attention, especially on TikTok. Nidhi Pandya, an Ayurvedic expert and bestselling author of "Your Body Already Knows," joins us to explain what it is.
Matcha shortage, Spirit furloughs pilots & Panera Bread change | Consumer updates
Consumer Updates: High demand has sparked a global matcha shortage. Spirit Airlines will furlough 270 pilots to boost efficiency, and Panera Bread is ending its in-house bread baking. Plus, exercise may boost brain health as we age, men are being told to lower dating app standards, and Tesla and Samsung sign $16.5 billion chip deal.
Consumer Updates: High demand has sparked a global matcha shortage. Spirit Airlines will furlough 270 pilots to boost efficiency, and Panera Bread is ending its in-house bread baking. Plus, exercise may boost brain health as we age, men are being told to lower dating app standards, and Tesla and Samsung sign $16.5 billion chip deal.
Northwestern Medicine launches program to support patients with obesity planning pregnancy
Dr. Christina Boots explains how Northwestern's new PEARL program offers personalized weight loss counseling and fertility care for people with obesity who are trying to conceive.
Dr. Christina Boots explains how Northwestern's new PEARL program offers personalized weight loss counseling and fertility care for people with obesity who are trying to conceive.
As SNAP faces historic cuts, Chicago man expands mission to feed thousands
SNAP cuts from Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" could affect thousands in Illinois, who will have to turn to local nonprofits.
SNAP cuts from Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" could affect thousands in Illinois, who will have to turn to local nonprofits.
Here are the states with the best and worst health care in 2025: Study
A new study has found which states offer the best health care in the United States, combining low costs with strong health outcomes.
A new study has found which states offer the best health care in the United States, combining low costs with strong health outcomes.
Beef prices surge as demand outpaces supply: Recovery is 'more unpredictable'
Experts warn recovery will be slower and more unpredictable than other food price spikes.
Experts warn recovery will be slower and more unpredictable than other food price spikes.
Day in the life of a Fox 32 Chicago stagehand | ChicagoNOW
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
Ham salad products may contain item recalled over listeria concerns
The FDA is warning some ham salad products may contain an ingredient that has been recalled over listeria concerns.
The FDA is warning some ham salad products may contain an ingredient that has been recalled over listeria concerns.
Things to do in Chicago this weekend — Lollapalooza, Chicago Scream Club and more
From Lollapalooza's star-studded takeover to a group scream on the lakefront, here’s a guide to things to do in Chicago Aug. 1 through Aug. 3.
From Lollapalooza's star-studded takeover to a group scream on the lakefront, here’s a guide to things to do in Chicago Aug. 1 through Aug. 3.