New SNAP purchase restrictions take effect April 1
A grace period ends next week. Starting April 1, shoppers won't be able to use SNAP to buy sugary snacks in Indiana. The law's been on the books since January.
A grace period ends next week. Starting April 1, shoppers won't be able to use SNAP to buy sugary snacks in Indiana. The law's been on the books since January.
End of an era: Ann Sather closing Belmont location after 81 years | Block Club x ChicagoNOW
Ann Sather is shutting down its longtime Belmont location due to redevelopment plans. Block Club Chicago explains the timeline and relocation hopes.
Ann Sather is shutting down its longtime Belmont location due to redevelopment plans. Block Club Chicago explains the timeline and relocation hopes.
Pizza and bread products recalled in 10 states over metal fragment contamination, FDA says
Food and Drug Administration officials said the new recall covers several pesto and mozzarella pizza and tomato and parmesan focaccia bread products sold in multiple states, including Arizona, California, Michigan, and Texas.
Food and Drug Administration officials said the new recall covers several pesto and mozzarella pizza and tomato and parmesan focaccia bread products sold in multiple states, including Arizona, California, Michigan, and Texas.
Chicago’s social clubs are bouncing back after pandemic slowdown
Crain's Chicago Business reporter John Schroyer discusses the city’s social club comeback, what’s driving renewed interest, how clubs are collaborating to attract members, and why some nightlife spots are still struggling.
Crain's Chicago Business reporter John Schroyer discusses the city’s social club comeback, what’s driving renewed interest, how clubs are collaborating to attract members, and why some nightlife spots are still struggling.
Things to do in Chicago this weekend — C2E2, Chicago Cubs, NCAA Men's Basketball
Chicago is finally feeling like spring and the city is coming alive with events across every neighborhood.
Chicago is finally feeling like spring and the city is coming alive with events across every neighborhood.
McDonald’s drops ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ menu collaboration | ChicagoNOW
McDonald’s is rolling out new meals inspired by “KPop Demon Hunters,” featuring exclusive items, collectibles and app-based content.
McDonald’s is rolling out new meals inspired by “KPop Demon Hunters,” featuring exclusive items, collectibles and app-based content.
How the DHS shutdown is impacting TSA workers in Chicago | ChicagoNOW
As the shutdown continues, an expert explains how the shutdown could impact wait times and security at O’Hare and Midway airports.
As the shutdown continues, an expert explains how the shutdown could impact wait times and security at O’Hare and Midway airports.
Investigators probe final moments before deadly LaGuardia runway crash
Federal officials detail the last seconds before an Air Canada jet collided with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport, as investigators examine possible communication breakdowns and safety failures.
Federal officials detail the last seconds before an Air Canada jet collided with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport, as investigators examine possible communication breakdowns and safety failures.
Toyota recalling over 144,000 vehicles due to rearview camera issue
Toyota’s new recall affects certain Lexus model vehicles manufactured between 2022 and 2026.
Toyota’s new recall affects certain Lexus model vehicles manufactured between 2022 and 2026.
Volkswagen announces recall of nearly 100K EVs over battery defect
German automobile manufacturer Volkswagen is recalling close to 100,000 electric vehicles because of issues tied to battery modules that may not meet specifications.
German automobile manufacturer Volkswagen is recalling close to 100,000 electric vehicles because of issues tied to battery modules that may not meet specifications.
Shopper’s guide highlights fruits and veggies with the most pesticide residue
Dr. Alexa Friedman from the Environmental Working Group breaks down the “Dirty Dozen” and “Clean Fifteen,” helping consumers decide which produce is worth buying organic.
Dr. Alexa Friedman from the Environmental Working Group breaks down the “Dirty Dozen” and “Clean Fifteen,” helping consumers decide which produce is worth buying organic.
Drivers play rock, paper, scissors to pass time in traffic jam
A traffic jam in South Africa took an amusing turn as two drivers faced off in a game of rock, paper, scissors.
A traffic jam in South Africa took an amusing turn as two drivers faced off in a game of rock, paper, scissors.
United warns of rising airfares amid fuel surge: What you can do
United Airlines is warning that rising jet fuel prices — driven by Middle East tensions disrupting global oil supplies — are likely to push airfares higher and could dampen travel demand.
United Airlines is warning that rising jet fuel prices — driven by Middle East tensions disrupting global oil supplies — are likely to push airfares higher and could dampen travel demand.
Ford recalls more than 250,000 SUVs for software issues, NHTSA says
Ford’s new recall affects certain model Lincoln Navigator, Lincoln Nautilus, Lincoln Aviator and Ford Explorer SUVs manufactured between 2022 and 2025.
Ford’s new recall affects certain model Lincoln Navigator, Lincoln Nautilus, Lincoln Aviator and Ford Explorer SUVs manufactured between 2022 and 2025.
When it comes to morality, there’s one thing almost all Americans think is wrong, Pew poll finds
A new survey examining Americans’ moral qualms with a number of issues found one matter that nearly everyone could agree on: don’t cheat on your spouse.
A new survey examining Americans’ moral qualms with a number of issues found one matter that nearly everyone could agree on: don’t cheat on your spouse.
USDA issues alert for ground beef over possible metal contamination
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued a public health alert for certain grass-fed ground beef sold in several states due to possible metal contamination.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued a public health alert for certain grass-fed ground beef sold in several states due to possible metal contamination.
Women behind Malört: Uncovering a lesser-known part of Chicago’s iconic spirit
CH Distillery’s Katey “Bunny” Rafanello discusses the role women have played in shaping Malört’s history and how opportunities for women in the spirits industry are evolving.
CH Distillery’s Katey “Bunny” Rafanello discusses the role women have played in shaping Malört’s history and how opportunities for women in the spirits industry are evolving.
Outlaw Music Festival announces 2026 tour, with Chicagoland stop
The Outlaw Music Festival returns to Chicagoland this summer. Here's the lineup, dates and ticket information.
The Outlaw Music Festival returns to Chicagoland this summer. Here's the lineup, dates and ticket information.
Chicago suburb named best city to live in America for third straight year
A Chicago suburb does it again! It was named best city to live in America for the third straight year.
A Chicago suburb does it again! It was named best city to live in America for the third straight year.
Trader Joe's recalls over 9M pounds of vegetable fried rice sold in 43 states due to glass contamination
The new recall of Trader Joe's frozen vegetable fried rice products affects multiple states, including Arizona, Colorado, Illinois, and Georgia.
The new recall of Trader Joe's frozen vegetable fried rice products affects multiple states, including Arizona, Colorado, Illinois, and Georgia.