'Da Pope' beer taps into faith and flavor at Chicago brewery

Would the Pope from Chicago approve of this beer? A local brewery thinks so—and it’s flying off the taps.

Child care cost the most in these states in 2024, analysis found

The steep cost of child care in America is weighing on parents all over the country, but those in these particular states were found to feel the pinch the most.

These are the best cities to raise a family in 2025, study finds

A new study has listed the best cities for raising a family based on metrics including cost of housing, quality of local schools and opportunities for fun.

Best cities for new college grads to rent

Realtor.com has released a list of the top 10 most affordable U.S. cities for recent college graduate.

US kids of divorce earn less, face more teen pregnancy and jail: study

A new study finds that children whose parents divorce before age 5 face reduced earnings as adults and increased chances of teen pregnancy and incarceration—consequences tied to financial loss, relocation, and diminished parental involvement.

Tasting Chicago: Iconic restaurant turns 60 this year
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An iconic restaurant in Chicago is turning 60 this year, and once again, in a recent poll, it was just named one of the most romantic restaurants in the country.

Pepsi knocked out of America's top selling soft drinks

Many Americans already have strong opinions on the Coca-Cola vs. Pepsi debate, and now another soft drink has entered the chat.

Dolly Parton is launching a frozen food line

Country music icon Dolly Parton is expanding her retail food line with the launch of a menu of frozen meals.

Joining a travel club may be the way to go this summer
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With the summer travel season upon us, it might be a more fun and cost-effective way to travel with a group.

Memorial Day travel rush back into Chicago's airports
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Millions of people were spending the Memorial Day weekend away from home and many were heading home through Chicago's airports.

McDonald's to extend summer hours amid hiring surge

McDonald's is extending its operating hours at most U.S. locations starting this summer amid an earlier decision to hire more than 300,000 workers.