Trump suggests bailout or merger as Spirit Airlines faces mounting costs
President Donald Trump hinted at helping Spirit Airlines as the budget carrier has struggled to recover amid soaring operational costs, weak demand, and high debt.
President Donald Trump hinted at helping Spirit Airlines as the budget carrier has struggled to recover amid soaring operational costs, weak demand, and high debt.
45 things to do in Chicago this weekend: One-of-a-Kind Spring Show, Collect-A-Con & more
Your Chicago weekend lineup: Lewis Capaldi and Steve Aoki, plus Hamilton, Collect-A-Con, Cherry Blossom Festival and the Chicago Rum Festival.
Your Chicago weekend lineup: Lewis Capaldi and Steve Aoki, plus Hamilton, Collect-A-Con, Cherry Blossom Festival and the Chicago Rum Festival.
Ravinia tickets on sale Thursday, with new shows added to 2026 lineup
Ravinia Festival tickets for the 2026 summer season go on sale Thursday at 8 a.m. CT, with new shows added since March including Snoop Dogg and Erykah Badu.
Ravinia Festival tickets for the 2026 summer season go on sale Thursday at 8 a.m. CT, with new shows added since March including Snoop Dogg and Erykah Badu.
Chicago Pulls for Hope highlights connection between fitness, mental health
Dr. Becca Ward and Rachel Adams discuss the “Chicago Pulls for Hope” fundraiser, the importance of mental health awareness, and expanding access to care in Chicago.
Dr. Becca Ward and Rachel Adams discuss the “Chicago Pulls for Hope” fundraiser, the importance of mental health awareness, and expanding access to care in Chicago.
Gas prices remain unstable as the Iran War continues
President Trump is extending an Iran ceasefire indefinitely but says the blockade will remain. Amalia Roy reports on what this could mean for gas prices.
President Trump is extending an Iran ceasefire indefinitely but says the blockade will remain. Amalia Roy reports on what this could mean for gas prices.
Soaring jet fuel prices threaten to drive up summer travel costs
Americans who will be traveling this summer could see the cost of their summer vacations jump due to the spike in jet fuel prices.
Americans who will be traveling this summer could see the cost of their summer vacations jump due to the spike in jet fuel prices.
Harley-Davidson recalls nearly 17,000 motorcycles over loss of rear brakes
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Harley-Davidson’s latest recall affects some 2025-2026 motorcycle models tied to a loss of rear brakes that may increase the risk of a crash.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Harley-Davidson’s latest recall affects some 2025-2026 motorcycle models tied to a loss of rear brakes that may increase the risk of a crash.
Shellfish recall issued over potential norovirus contamination
The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a recall of some shellfish that were distributed in at least four states because of possible norovirus concerns.
The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a recall of some shellfish that were distributed in at least four states because of possible norovirus concerns.
Some fruits, vegetables tied to cancer
A USC oncologist explains how pesticide exposure may complicate the long-held belief that fruit- and vegetable-rich diets always reduce cancer risk.
A USC oncologist explains how pesticide exposure may complicate the long-held belief that fruit- and vegetable-rich diets always reduce cancer risk.
Endless Shrimp: Red Lobster brings back deal after 2024 bankruptcy
The new Endless Shrimp promotion started Monday. Red Lobster did not say how much the deal would cost, and prices may vary by location.
The new Endless Shrimp promotion started Monday. Red Lobster did not say how much the deal would cost, and prices may vary by location.
Rat poison in baby food spurs recall in multiple European nations
Rat poison found in jars of baby food in Central Europe over the weekend prompted recalls across multiple countries.
Rat poison found in jars of baby food in Central Europe over the weekend prompted recalls across multiple countries.
Little Debbie rolls out chocolate old-fashioned donuts nationwide | ChicagoNOW
Little Debbie is introducing a chocolate version of its popular old-fashioned donuts following strong demand for the original.
Little Debbie is introducing a chocolate version of its popular old-fashioned donuts following strong demand for the original.
Trader Joe's eyes North Park location
A new Trader Joe’s is one step closer to opening on Chicago’s far Northwest Side.
A new Trader Joe’s is one step closer to opening on Chicago’s far Northwest Side.
Chicago's rooftop season kicks off at IO Godfrey
One Chicago hotel is kicking off its rooftop season in the coming weeks, the Godfrey Hotel's IO Godfrey.
One Chicago hotel is kicking off its rooftop season in the coming weeks, the Godfrey Hotel's IO Godfrey.
These states are drinking less alcohol as habits shift, analysis finds
Habits around drinking alcohol are changing as more Americans are beginning to drink less. Here’s which states have seen the biggest shift, according to a recent data analysis.
Habits around drinking alcohol are changing as more Americans are beginning to drink less. Here’s which states have seen the biggest shift, according to a recent data analysis.
Changes coming after Roblox agrees to pay $10 million over child safety concerns
Popular gaming platform, Roblox, has reached a settlement in a battle over online child safety that has ended in a multimillion-dollar agreement, with Roblox committing to changes across the platform after reaching a $10 million settlement with the state of Nevada.
Popular gaming platform, Roblox, has reached a settlement in a battle over online child safety that has ended in a multimillion-dollar agreement, with Roblox committing to changes across the platform after reaching a $10 million settlement with the state of Nevada.
Five Guys tops list of America’s best fast-food burgers. Do you agree? | ChicagoNOW
A new YouGov survey reveals where Americans go for their favorite fast-food burger, and the top spot may surprise you. Five Guys takes the lead, even as it ranks among the most expensive fast-food chains in the U.S. We break down the top five burger spots and what you can expect to pay at each.
A new YouGov survey reveals where Americans go for their favorite fast-food burger, and the top spot may surprise you. Five Guys takes the lead, even as it ranks among the most expensive fast-food chains in the U.S. We break down the top five burger spots and what you can expect to pay at each.
Flights cut at O'Hare Airport to address delays
The FAA says you'll soon have fewer options at O'Hare Airport as the agency is cutting back on daily flights
The FAA says you'll soon have fewer options at O'Hare Airport as the agency is cutting back on daily flights
Spirit’s bankruptcy uncertain as jet fuel prices soar
Spirit Airlines is grappling with an increasingly difficult road out of bankruptcy as it faces hurdles dealing with rising jet fuel prices affecting the airline industry.
Spirit Airlines is grappling with an increasingly difficult road out of bankruptcy as it faces hurdles dealing with rising jet fuel prices affecting the airline industry.
Airline unveils bunk beds for economy passengers on long flights
One airline is rethinking long-haul comfort with new sleep pods for economy travelers. Here's what to know.
One airline is rethinking long-haul comfort with new sleep pods for economy travelers. Here's what to know.