Nissan increases job cuts to 20K by 2027
The Japanese automaker aims to save $3.4 billion by 2027 amid financial losses and concerns over President Donald Trump's tariffs.
The Japanese automaker aims to save $3.4 billion by 2027 amid financial losses and concerns over President Donald Trump's tariffs.
Des Plaines River Marathon floats into its 67th year
One of the oldest races of its kind, the 18.5-mile Des Plaines River Canoe and Kayak Marathon floats back this weekend, drawing paddlers from across the country for a relaxed, no-experience-needed ride that?s more about camaraderie than competition.
One of the oldest races of its kind, the 18.5-mile Des Plaines River Canoe and Kayak Marathon floats back this weekend, drawing paddlers from across the country for a relaxed, no-experience-needed ride that?s more about camaraderie than competition.
Chicago's Smoque BBQ named the best barbeque in Illinois, new ranking finds
Smoque BBQ was named the best barbeque in Illinois, by a food review site. The restaurant, located in the Old Irving Park neighborhood, was part of the website's top BBQ spots for each state.
Smoque BBQ was named the best barbeque in Illinois, by a food review site. The restaurant, located in the Old Irving Park neighborhood, was part of the website's top BBQ spots for each state.
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Smoque BBQ in Old Irving Park was named the best BBQ in Illinois by lovefood.com.
Smoque BBQ in Old Irving Park was named the best BBQ in Illinois by lovefood.com.
Volkswagen recalls nearly 90,000 Audi vehicles
Volkswagen is recalling nearly 90,000 Audi Q5 Quattro and Q5 Sportback Quattro vehicles from model years 2022 to 2024.
Volkswagen is recalling nearly 90,000 Audi Q5 Quattro and Q5 Sportback Quattro vehicles from model years 2022 to 2024.
April CPI inflation report: Egg prices decline for first time in months
Eggs got cheaper in the U.S. last month after setting records at the start of the year, according to April's CPI inflation report. Here's how some other grocery items fared.
Eggs got cheaper in the U.S. last month after setting records at the start of the year, according to April's CPI inflation report. Here's how some other grocery items fared.
Chi Food Truck Fest returns to Daley Plaza for 10th season
The Chi Food Truck Fest is rolling back for its 10th season, kicking off Friday at Daley Plaza in the Loop.
The Chi Food Truck Fest is rolling back for its 10th season, kicking off Friday at Daley Plaza in the Loop.
Grandmother died after eating mislabeled cookie, family claims in lawsuit against grocery store
The family of Margaret Jean Bryant, a 78-year-old woman who died after allegedly eating a peanut butter cookie mislabeled as an oatmeal raisin cookie, is suing Safeway.
The family of Margaret Jean Bryant, a 78-year-old woman who died after allegedly eating a peanut butter cookie mislabeled as an oatmeal raisin cookie, is suing Safeway.
Man stumbles across hoard of priceless coins while out for nature walk: 'Face to face with history'
He considers himself "lucky enough" to have discovered "a page of history."
He considers himself "lucky enough" to have discovered "a page of history."
At least 10 people sickened in US listeria outbreak linked to prepared foods
At least 10 people in the U.S. have been sickened in a listeria outbreak linked to ready-to-eat food products, and a producer is voluntarily recalling several products, federal officials said.
At least 10 people in the U.S. have been sickened in a listeria outbreak linked to ready-to-eat food products, and a producer is voluntarily recalling several products, federal officials said.
Illinois teens say they drink nearly twice as much as U.S. average, survey finds
Teenagers in Illinois reported drinking at nearly twice the rate of their peers across the U.S., according to a recently released survey.
Teenagers in Illinois reported drinking at nearly twice the rate of their peers across the U.S., according to a recently released survey.
Chipotle sets goal to open over 300 new locations this year
Chipotle is planning for a big expansion across the country this year to help accommodate digital food orders.
Chipotle is planning for a big expansion across the country this year to help accommodate digital food orders.
McDonald's secret drink item with 'cotton candy flavor' goes viral
McDonald's customers have found a DIY fizzy drink, sparking buzz online.
McDonald's customers have found a DIY fizzy drink, sparking buzz online.
FDA approves 3 natural food dyes
The FDA approved three natural food dyes that comes from plants and minerals this week, amid its transition away from petroleum-based dyes in the food supply.
The FDA approved three natural food dyes that comes from plants and minerals this week, amid its transition away from petroleum-based dyes in the food supply.
Burger King sued for supposedly lying about its Whopper
Multiple customers in a lawsuit claim that the fast-food chain’s Whopper sandwiches and other products are smaller than they advertised.
Multiple customers in a lawsuit claim that the fast-food chain’s Whopper sandwiches and other products are smaller than they advertised.
Top baby names of 2024: Official list from Social Security Administration
Liam, Olivia, and one big shakeup – see which name edged its way into the top 10 baby names of 2024, and which favorite dropped off the list.
Liam, Olivia, and one big shakeup – see which name edged its way into the top 10 baby names of 2024, and which favorite dropped off the list.
Travel nightmares continue at Newark International Airport
Heavy rain is slamming the East Coast beginning today and the threat of flash flooding this weekend could add to Newark International Airport's logistical woes.
Heavy rain is slamming the East Coast beginning today and the threat of flash flooding this weekend could add to Newark International Airport's logistical woes.
Portillo's unveils new sandwich named after Pope Leo XIV
Portillo’s is paying tribute to the historic election of Pope Leo XIV — the first American pope and a Chicago native — with a limited-time sandwich.
Portillo’s is paying tribute to the historic election of Pope Leo XIV — the first American pope and a Chicago native — with a limited-time sandwich.
Air traffic control failures spur Trump administration to pour billions into upgrades
The Air Traffic Control System's breakdowns pushed the Trump administration to spend billions on upgrades to equipment and infrastructure.
The Air Traffic Control System's breakdowns pushed the Trump administration to spend billions on upgrades to equipment and infrastructure.
Cheaper Tesla Model Y launches in US: What to know
Tesla is launching a cheaper version of its best-selling Model Y SUV. The company hopes the U.S. launch will help recoup plunging profits.
Tesla is launching a cheaper version of its best-selling Model Y SUV. The company hopes the U.S. launch will help recoup plunging profits.