Chicago Triathlon set to break records this weekend ? here's what to expect
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Chris Navin from the Chicago Triathlon joins us to preview the city?s biggest fitness event yet, from iconic race routes to tips for first-time triathletes.

Most parents fall into debt for their children: Survey

A survey reveals that soaring living costs are pushing most parents into debt. Many say it’s becoming “unmanageable."

FDA warns of possible radioactive frozen shrimp sold at Walmart

The FDA is warning consumers not to eat certain lots of Great Value frozen raw shrimp sold at Walmart due to possible exposure to Cesium-137, a radioactive substance.

Why the world?s most popular destinations are struggling under too many tourists
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If you?ve felt like your dream vacation spot was more packed than usual this summer?you?re not imagining it. From the Trevi Fountain to Santorini?s cliffside streets, overtourism is hitting a tipping point, raising questions about safety, sustainability, and whether the experience is even worth it anymore.

Chicago begins $1.3B O?Hare project, adding 19 gates and thousands of jobs
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson broke ground on a new $1.3 billion concourse at O'Hare International Airport on Monday, the first major addition to the airport's terminals in more than 30 years.

John Stamos demands a pizza in his honor and Chicago’s Giordano’s delivers

It’s taken more than a decade of teasing, but John Stamos may finally take the stage at Riot Fest, and Chicago pizza royalty is making sure he feels right at home.

Ohio Chick-fil-A ruffles feathers with teen chaperone policy

An Ohio Chick-fil-A upset locals this back-to-school season by reminding customers of its "teen chaperone policy."

'The Last Dance': North America’s largest powwow to close after 4 decades

Organizers of the Gathering of Nations, North America’s largest powwow, announced the 2026 event will be its last after 43 years in Albuquerque.

10-year-old chess prodigy defeats 60-year-old grandmaster

At 10 years old, Bodhana Sivanandan has become the youngest female chess player to defeat a grandmaster.

Tacotlan celebrates Latin Restaurant Week kick off in Chicago
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Owners Jessica Perjes and Alexandra Macias share Tacotlan?s growth story, upcoming renovations, and the unique dishes they?re serving during Latin Restaurant Week.

Dutch Bros Coffee to perk up Illinois with first location

The buzz isn't just from the caffeine — Dutch Bros Coffee is opening its first location in Illinois and it'll be worth the pit stop.