Real estate report: Chicago a rare balanced market
In most of the country's largest cities, home buyers have a clear advantage over sellers. But that's not the case in Chicago. According to a real estate report released by Redfin, Chicago has a balanced market.
In most of the country's largest cities, home buyers have a clear advantage over sellers. But that's not the case in Chicago. According to a real estate report released by Redfin, Chicago has a balanced market.
No Kings 'Vote Early' events across Illinois Saturday: List
The organizers of the No Kings protests are hosting events this Saturday to encourage people to get out and vote in the upcoming election. See where events are being held closest to you.
The organizers of the No Kings protests are hosting events this Saturday to encourage people to get out and vote in the upcoming election. See where events are being held closest to you.
Illinois Holocaust Musem to reopen in November
The renovated Illinois Holocaust Museum will reopen in November.
The renovated Illinois Holocaust Museum will reopen in November.
Chick-fil-A's first new sauce in 10 years has fans sharing strong reaction
Chick-fil-A is adding a spicy twist to its signature sauce, introducing its first new permanent sauce in a decade.
Chick-fil-A is adding a spicy twist to its signature sauce, introducing its first new permanent sauce in a decade.
State Department issues travel advisory as arrests and exit bans hit popular destination
Americans who may be planning an overseas trip are facing an updated warning from the U.S. State Department amid heightened safety and security concerns.
Americans who may be planning an overseas trip are facing an updated warning from the U.S. State Department amid heightened safety and security concerns.
Major airline abandons 3 key cities as passengers face shrinking flight choices
American Airlines has dropped flights to three destinations across the U.S., Mexico and the Middle East this year, leaving some travelers with fewer flight options.
American Airlines has dropped flights to three destinations across the U.S., Mexico and the Middle East this year, leaving some travelers with fewer flight options.
Toyota recalls approximately 31,000 RAV4s whose engines could lose power at high speeds
Toyota is recalling tens of thousands of its most popular model over an issue that could cause the engine to lose power at high speeds.
Toyota is recalling tens of thousands of its most popular model over an issue that could cause the engine to lose power at high speeds.
Woman found floating in sea after going overboard from Royal Caribbean ship
The 44-year-old reportedly told authorities she jumped from Odyssey of the Seas because she 'wanted to disembark' near Zakynthos.
The 44-year-old reportedly told authorities she jumped from Odyssey of the Seas because she 'wanted to disembark' near Zakynthos.
No streaks: Sunscreen ingredient used in Europe for 25 years now available in US
Americans can now purchase a newly approved sunscreen ingredient that has been popular in Europe since the 20th century as Neutrogena and other manufacturers release their first products in the U.S. containing bemotrizinol.
Americans can now purchase a newly approved sunscreen ingredient that has been popular in Europe since the 20th century as Neutrogena and other manufacturers release their first products in the U.S. containing bemotrizinol.
Top Halloween candies by state for 2026
A 2026 candy report finds that fruity and sour treats are gaining ground as Halloween shoppers adjust to rising chocolate prices.
A 2026 candy report finds that fruity and sour treats are gaining ground as Halloween shoppers adjust to rising chocolate prices.
2 Chicago colleges listed among the best in the US
Two Chicago-area universities landed on the list of WalletHub's 2027 college and university rankings.
Two Chicago-area universities landed on the list of WalletHub's 2027 college and university rankings.
Mercedes recalls over 30,000 of its most expensive models
A new recall from Mercedes-Benz covers tens of thousands of the carmaker’s most expensive models, ones that would have likely sold for six-figure sums when new.
A new recall from Mercedes-Benz covers tens of thousands of the carmaker’s most expensive models, ones that would have likely sold for six-figure sums when new.
America’s best ghost tours - See the top places to get spooked
Check out these spooky ghost tours that will be going on all month long.
Check out these spooky ghost tours that will be going on all month long.
These colleges rank as the best in the US in 2027, data shows
A new ranking reveals which colleges and universities may offer students the strongest combination of academic quality, campus experience and long-term financial value.
A new ranking reveals which colleges and universities may offer students the strongest combination of academic quality, campus experience and long-term financial value.
Pumpkin spice season is back, but it can cost extra; See how much
Pumpkin spice-flavored products are taking over menus and grocery aisles again as the traditional fall flavor returns. A new report, though, finds that people who are eager to pick up some pumpkin spice comfort for the cooler nights will have to pay for the privilege, and this year, they will have to pay even more.
Pumpkin spice-flavored products are taking over menus and grocery aisles again as the traditional fall flavor returns. A new report, though, finds that people who are eager to pick up some pumpkin spice comfort for the cooler nights will have to pay for the privilege, and this year, they will have to pay even more.
Mortgage rates rise for seventh straight week, squeezing homebuyers
Mortgage rates climbed for the seventh consecutive week, with the average 30-year fixed mortgage rising to 7.4% from 7.28% the previous week, according to Freddie Mac.
Mortgage rates climbed for the seventh consecutive week, with the average 30-year fixed mortgage rising to 7.4% from 7.28% the previous week, according to Freddie Mac.
PepsiCo raising prices on Doritos, Ruffles, SunChips and some sodas after recent cuts
PepsiCo is raising prices on some of its popular chips and sodas, including Doritos, Ruffles and SunChips, just months after cutting prices in an effort to win back inflation-weary shoppers.
PepsiCo is raising prices on some of its popular chips and sodas, including Doritos, Ruffles and SunChips, just months after cutting prices in an effort to win back inflation-weary shoppers.
What does Amazon actually think of you? How to find your hidden 'About You' profile
A recently uncovered feature reveals that Amazon is actually categorizing its users with highly specific, and occasionally blunt, personal profiles.
A recently uncovered feature reveals that Amazon is actually categorizing its users with highly specific, and occasionally blunt, personal profiles.
Diet soda vs water: Study reveals which beverage is better for weight loss
A new study reveals which is better for weight loss: water or diet drinks.
A new study reveals which is better for weight loss: water or diet drinks.
Those glaring headlights on the highway could be illegal soon, regulators say
If you’ve noticed a lot more glaring headlights on the highway in recent years, you’re not alone.
If you’ve noticed a lot more glaring headlights on the highway in recent years, you’re not alone.