Why is Black History Month recognized? How to Celebrate in Chicago

Learn about the origins of Black History Month and find out how to celebrate in Chicago with museums, events, businesses, and more.

Car insurance prices jumped most for these states in 2024

Car insurance rates increased by an average of 15% last year. Here’s which states saw the biggest jump, and why.

FDA recalls breadcrumbs sold nationwide

The recalled breadcrumbs were sold for nearly a year throughout the United States.

7-Eleven offering free Slurpees on Friday: How to get one

7-Eleven is celebrating the end of January by offering free Slurpees on Friday, Jan. 31. Here's what to know.

Sikia returns to Englewood after five-year closure
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After a five-year closure, including a pandemic-induced hiatus in 2020, Sikia is back in business.

Milk Bar opens in Chicago with Portillo's-themed treats

An infamous New York City bakery is bringing its sweet, quirky, and over-the-top treats to Chicago next week.

Air Florida Flight 90: What happened when plane crashed into DC's Potomac River in 1982?

Several federal and state investigations have been launched after an American Airlines flight and a military helicopter collided near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and fell into the Potomac River, killing all 64 people aboard the flight and all three people aboard the helicopter.

Tips for unlocking chaos-free mornings with your children
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We are talking about how to unlock the elusive chaos-free morning. Rachael Fritz with Parenting on Mars has just released a formula to help parents get there.

Travelers from DC react to midair plane-helicopter crash
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The collision between a passenger plane and an army helicopter near the DC airport is understandably making it a tough day for air travelers.

Starbucks cutting 30% of menu items to speed up service

Starbucks is cutting 30% of its food and beverage menu to simplify operations, reduce wait times, and improve the customer experience.

THC-infused wing sauce returns to Chicago just in time for the Super Bowl

For many football fans, the Super Bowl isn’t complete without a plate of wings. This year, Chicago-based Good News Cannabis and The Fifty/50 Restaurant Group are bringing back their popular THC-infused buffalo wing sauce—just in time for the big game.

Man eating 6-9 pounds of butter and cheese a day develops ‘cholesterol hands’ while on carnivore diet: JAMA

A man who told doctors he ate nothing, but 6–9 pounds of butter, cheese and hamburgers every day for eight months ended up at Tampa General Hospital with yellowish lumps of cholesterol developing on parts of his body.