Tasting Chicago: 5 hidden gem patios

In this episode of Tasting Chicago, Sylvia Perez visits five standout patios across five different neighborhoods — all hidden gems where the food, drinks, and vibes make the most of summer in the city.

4th of July: Celebrate with Riverside Brookfield High School Color Guard | ChicagoNOW
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We're celebrating the spirit of Independence Day with a special look at the Riverside Brookfield High School Color Guard. Teammates Jesslyn Chavez, Madison Myslinski, and Dakota Molliendo dive into what makes color guard a meaningful part of the holiday.

Things to do in Chicago this weekend (July 4-6)
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This weekend in Chicago is packed with excitement beyond just fireworks and NASCAR. Enjoy a variety of concerts and sports events, including Cubs games, to make the most of your holiday festivities!

Ford recalls more than 200,000 vehicles with software glitch due to crash risk

The Ford Motor Company issued a recall for vehicles across multiple models due to a rearview camera software error that could compromise driver visibility and safety.

Lines build up at O'Hare Airport as Fourth of July travel gets underway
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If you're hitting the road or heading to the airport you're not alone, millions of people are on the move and its shaping up to be one of the busiest travel weeks of the year.

TikTok star Cooking with Darryl shares his favorite summer recipes
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If you're looking for summer recipes, look no further. Chicago dad and TikTok sensation Darryl Postel-Nick, also known as Cooking with Darryl, lets us in on good summer recipes we should look out for.

4th of July: How to keep your pets safe ahead of the holiday
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Only the 4th of July, it can get stressful for families with pets. Veterinarian and pet wellness expert Dr. Keith True explains how you and your pets can stay safe and stress-free over the holiday weekend.

Carnegie Hall choose 2 Chicago area teens to join National Youth Orchestra
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Two local teens get the chance to live out every musician's dream at Carnegie Hall. Horn player Elyse Margaret Schlesinger and Violinist Paloma Furst Chavira discuss what it means for them to be chosen for this once in a lifetime opportunity.

Chick-fil-A turns surplus food into 8,500 meals for Chicagoans in need

Chick-fil-A’s Chicago restaurants are donating thousands of surplus meals to local food banks as part of a broader initiative to address food insecurity in the city.

Chick-fil-A turns surplus food into 8,500 meals for Chicagoans in need
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Chick-fil-A?s Chicago restaurants are donating thousands of surplus meals to local food banks as part of a broader initiative to address food insecurity in the city.

Waffle House drops 50-cent egg surcharge as prices stabilize

Waffle House has ended its 50-cent surcharge on eggs, a sign that egg prices are stabilizing after months of inflation and supply issues driven by avian flu.

Expert reveals 5 summer dating tips
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Summer time love. People are out and about and enjoying the outdoors. Is this a good time to find your special someone? Dating expert from Smart Dating Academy, Bela Gandhi, joined us with how to find love and keep it this summer.

NASCAR Chicago Street Race: Grab eats from these 20 restaurants
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If you're heading to the NASCAR Chicago Street Race this weekend, make sure to go with an empty stomach. Levy's Senior Vice President of Culinary Steven Maak gives a look into what you can expect on the menu.

Free help available for those navigating age-related macular degeneration
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An estimated 20 million people have some form of age-related macular degeneration; Hadley Vision Resources aims to reach one million of them by 2030. President and CEO Johnjoe Farragher discusses help for those facing vision loss.

4th of July: Travel expert shares do's and don'ts ahead of holiday rush
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According to AAA, 72.2 million Americans are expected to travel between June 28 and July 6. Travel expert Jeanenne Tornatore explains how to get ahead of the rush.