Some gift cards sold at Costco are now worthless

Shoppers who bought restaurant gift cards at Costco may be in for a costly surprise.

Illinois among Democratic-led states suing to stop Trump from withholding $600M in health grants

Four Democratic-led states that have become frequent targets of President Donald Trump sued Wednesday to try to block his administration from cutting off hundreds of millions in public health grants.

Valentine’s Day ideas at Navy Pier: Dining, drinks and a sauna twist
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From a romantic Valentine’s menu and seasonal cocktails at Chef Art Smith’s Reunion to a unique date experience at Kiln Floating Sauna, Navy Pier is offering couples multiple ways to celebrate the holiday.

Lake County Flavor Fest highlights deals at Mickey Finn’s Brewery
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Mickey Finn’s Brewery owner Brian Grano talks about the restaurant’s history, what sets it apart, and the special food and drink deals being offered during Lake County Flavor Fest.

Watchdog group sues Chicago suburb's reparations program over giving money based on race

Judicial Watch, a conservative watchdog group, told Fox News Digital on Tuesday it filed a lawsuit against Evanston, Illinois, to stop the city from paying Black residents reparations.

ICE surge in Minnesota is ending, Border Czar Tom Homan says

The Trump administration will bring an end to the ICE surge in Minnesota after reaching agreements with local authorities, Border Czar Tom Homan announced on Thursday.

SNAP junk-food purchase restrictions taking effect in three more states - see where

More states are implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.

New report finds most American Jews feel less safe amid rising antisemitism
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Sarah Van Loon of the American Jewish Committee explains new survey findings showing a growing sense of insecurity among American Jews and discusses what the report means for policy, democracy, and public action.

Metra SWS service resumes day after freight train derailment

Metra’s Southwest Service Line resumed Thursday morning following a freight train derailment that shut down rail traffic near Chicago Ridge for much of the previous day.

Former FBI agent weighs in on search for Nancy Guthrie as investigators pursue new leads
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Former FBI agent Ross Rice weighs in on the latest developments in the search for Nancy Guthrie, analyzing new leads, ransom notes, family strategy, and how surveillance video could help identify a suspect.

Early voting in Chicago starts today with new supersite location

Early voting for Chicago’s March primary election began Thursday morning, with voters turning out at the city’s new downtown supersite as election officials emphasized access, safety and mail-in voting deadlines.

Man shot several times in Back of the Yards drive-by

A man was hospitalized after a drive-by shooting Wednesday night in Chicago's Back of the Yards neighborhood.

Man, woman found dead with gunshot wounds inside Chicago home

A death investigation has been launched after two people were found shot to death Wednesday night inside a residence on Chicago's Southwest Side.

Chicago weather: February warmth builds with 50s arriving Friday

Chicago stays mild today before a sunny warm-up Friday pushes temperatures into the 50s through the weekend and beyond.