McDonald’s to phase out self-serve soda fountains nationwide – here’s why | ChicagoNOW
McDonald’s is rolling out major changes to how customers get their drinks, eliminating self-serve soda stations across the U.S.
McDonald’s is rolling out major changes to how customers get their drinks, eliminating self-serve soda stations across the U.S.
Delta to end food, beverage service on hundreds of flights – here’s what we know | ChicagoNOW
Delta Air Lines is scaling back onboard service on hundreds of daily flights as the airline industry faces broader challenges.
Delta Air Lines is scaling back onboard service on hundreds of daily flights as the airline industry faces broader challenges.
Met Gala 2026 featured art-inspired designs – here’s what the celebrities wore | ChicagoNOW
Met Gala 2026 featured avant-garde designs inspired by art, with celebrities taking risks on the red carpet.
Met Gala 2026 featured avant-garde designs inspired by art, with celebrities taking risks on the red carpet.
Delays reported in Chicago body removal services after contract change: 'A lot of angry families'
Chicago is facing reported delays in body removal services, with former technicians saying response times have slowed since a new company took over the contract.
Chicago is facing reported delays in body removal services, with former technicians saying response times have slowed since a new company took over the contract.
Baked By Melissa talks simple meals, family recipes in new cookbook | ChicagoNOW
Melissa Ben-Ishay joins to discuss her new cookbook Come Eat, featuring simple recipes to bring people together.
Melissa Ben-Ishay joins to discuss her new cookbook Come Eat, featuring simple recipes to bring people together.
‘Say Yes to the Dress’ retailer shares 2026 bridal trends | ChicagoNOW
Dorthy Silver of Kleinfeld Bridal joins to break down 2026 bridal trends, including ‘90s-inspired styles, petal pink gowns and classic ballgowns.
Dorthy Silver of Kleinfeld Bridal joins to break down 2026 bridal trends, including ‘90s-inspired styles, petal pink gowns and classic ballgowns.
TMZ: ‘Vanderpump Villa’ star seeks ‘Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ footage amid lawsuit | ChicagoNOW
Reality star Marciano Brunette is seeking access to unaired footage from “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” as part of a dispute involving Demi Engermann and the show’s production company.
Reality star Marciano Brunette is seeking access to unaired footage from “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” as part of a dispute involving Demi Engermann and the show’s production company.
TMZ: Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni reach settlement tied to ‘It Ends With Us’ | ChicagoNOW
Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively have settled their legal dispute tied to the film “It Ends With Us,” according to a joint statement. The parties said they remain proud of the project’s impact and awareness around domestic violence.
Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively have settled their legal dispute tied to the film “It Ends With Us,” according to a joint statement. The parties said they remain proud of the project’s impact and awareness around domestic violence.
Illinois man arrested on Iowa sexual abuse warrant in LaSalle County
An Illinois man wanted in Iowa on a sexual abuse warrant is now in custody, authorities said.
An Illinois man wanted in Iowa on a sexual abuse warrant is now in custody, authorities said.
7th suspect charged in Winnetka home invasion case tied to Lil Zay Osama
A seventh man is now charged in the violent Winnetka home invasion case tied to Chicago rapper Lil Zay Osama. Here are the new details.
A seventh man is now charged in the violent Winnetka home invasion case tied to Chicago rapper Lil Zay Osama. Here are the new details.
Oakland teen, with a 4.3 GPA, gets accepted to all 31 colleges he applied to
An Oakland high school senior, with an impressive 4.3 grade point average, was accepted to all 31 colleges to which he applied.
An Oakland high school senior, with an impressive 4.3 grade point average, was accepted to all 31 colleges to which he applied.
Cook County man charged in DUI crash that killed 65-year-old: 'Devastating loss'
A Cook County man has been charged with driving under the influence during a crash on I-355 that killed a 65-year-old woman and injured her two adult children.
A Cook County man has been charged with driving under the influence during a crash on I-355 that killed a 65-year-old woman and injured her two adult children.
Ford Heights man charged after drugs found during search of home
A suburban Chicago man is facing felony charges after officers say they found suspected cocaine during a search of his home.
A suburban Chicago man is facing felony charges after officers say they found suspected cocaine during a search of his home.
Person of interest in custody after officer’s gun stolen at suburban Chicago school, officials say
A school resource officer's gun was stolen Monday in Chicago's northwest suburbs, which led to classes being canceled on Tuesday. Here’s what we know.
A school resource officer's gun was stolen Monday in Chicago's northwest suburbs, which led to classes being canceled on Tuesday. Here’s what we know.
Man shot during struggle on Chicago's South Side, police say
Chicago police say a late-night argument on the city's South Side ended with a man shot and another arrested.
Chicago police say a late-night argument on the city's South Side ended with a man shot and another arrested.
Chicago weather: Much cooler air settles in before gradual warmup
Chicagoland cools off fast — highs drop 20+ degrees after Monday’s warmth.
Chicagoland cools off fast — highs drop 20+ degrees after Monday’s warmth.
Chicago South Side residents push back against Walgreens closure
A South Side community is speaking out as a Walgreens at 86th Street and Cottage Grove prepares to close its doors on June 4, raising concerns about access to critical healthcare services in Chicago’s 6th Ward.
A South Side community is speaking out as a Walgreens at 86th Street and Cottage Grove prepares to close its doors on June 4, raising concerns about access to critical healthcare services in Chicago’s 6th Ward.
Chicago leaders debate video gambling risks, rewards
A debate over expanding video gambling in Chicago is intensifying, with supporters touting potential revenue and critics warning of crime and addiction risks.
A debate over expanding video gambling in Chicago is intensifying, with supporters touting potential revenue and critics warning of crime and addiction risks.
After marijuana reclassified, Illinois businesses see opportunities
A major shift in federal marijuana policy could have a big impact on Illinois’ cannabis industry. The Trump administration has reclassified marijuana from a Schedule I drug to Schedule III, allowing for expanded medical research.
A major shift in federal marijuana policy could have a big impact on Illinois’ cannabis industry. The Trump administration has reclassified marijuana from a Schedule I drug to Schedule III, allowing for expanded medical research.
Some Brookfield Zoo Chicago workers strike as contract talks stall
Some Brookfield Zoo Chicago workers are on strike Monday. Here’s what it means for visitors.
Some Brookfield Zoo Chicago workers are on strike Monday. Here’s what it means for visitors.