FDA upgrades cookie recall to highest danger level over undeclared peanuts
The Food and Drug Administration announced that a recall of cookie products has been upgraded to its most serious risk category over the potential presence of undeclared peanuts.
Toyota recalls 162,000 trucks over faulty video screens
According to Toyota, the recalled trucks' video screens may “become stuck on a camera view” or go completely dark under certain circumstances.
Today's winter storm flight delays, cancellations top 11,500: Here's what to know
A massive winter storm is making its way across the country and wreaking havoc on travel.
Powdered whole milk may be culprit in botulism outbreak that sickened dozens of babies
Health officials say powdered whole milk used to make ByHeart infant formula could be a source of contamination that led to an outbreak of infant botulism that has sickened dozens of babies.
Traveling during the winter storm? Here's what to do if your flight gets canceled
Winter weather has been messing up flights all over the country. Tens of thousands got delayed and hundreds got canceled completely. Katy Nastro, a travel expert with going.com, joins us.
Trump administration must keep funding child care subsidies in these 5 states, judge rules
A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration from cutting child care and social service funds to five states amid a legal challenge.
Households with 2 kids need to earn over 400K to comfortably afford child care in US
Raising two kids takes a six-figure salary to comfortably afford child care for two children, new data shows.
Nissan recalls over 20K cars due to door weld defect that may increase crash risk
Nissan’s new recall includes certain Altima, Sentra, Frontier model vehicles manufactured between 2025 and 2026.
Local nonprofit helps steer kitchens from processed foods | ChicagoNOW
It can be a challenge for institutional kitchens to cook sustainably and from scratch. A local nonprofit is on a mission to help teach kitchens how to steer away from processed food. Greg Christian joins live in studio to share more about the mission.
Bad Bunny Super Bowl halftime show sparks Latino watch party in the west suburbs
Organizers preview a Latino Super Bowl celebration featuring themed food, drinks and music inspired by Bad Bunny’s halftime performance, with plans already underway for future World Cup events.
Dangerous cold triggers flight cancelations at O’Hare, more expected this weekend
Extreme cold and a major winter storm are disrupting air travel nationwide, with dozens of cancelations already at Chicago airports and more than 1,400 U.S. flights preemptively grounded ahead of snow and ice.
Study finds teens value safety and kindness more than popularity
New research from UCLA reveals that despite the pressures of social media and bullying, today’s teens prioritize feeling safe and treating others with kindness, offering insight into how parents and communities can better support youth values.
Chicago sandwich named one of North America’s best by Michelin | ChicagoLIVE
The Italiano from Lardon in Logan Square is one of only seven sandwiches on Michelin’s list of North America’s best.
Metra adjusts train schedules ahead of extreme cold | ChicagoLIVE
Metra warns of reduced service due to frigid temperatures, with crews taking extra steps to protect tracks and equipment.
Local food critic wraps first part of his Chicago pizza run—here’s his rankings so far
A local food critic just wrapped up his first leg of his Chicago pizza run! Here is his ranking of the spots he's visited so far.
Things to do in Chicago this weekend — Winter Whiskey Tasting Festival, Mac and Cheese Fest
Mac and cheese, music and more! Here's a list of things to do in Chicago Jan. 23-25.
Chicago rolls out full-service food pantry on West Side
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Public Library are announcing the opening of the library-based food access program.
Ford recall: Over 119K cars pulled related to engine heater fire risk, NHTSA says
Ford’s new recall covers certain Escape, Focus and Lincoln MKC models manufactured between 2013 and 2019.
Capone-era Colt pistol found hidden within historic Illinois distillery
Thornton Distilling Company is home to Dead Drop Whiskey, part of the oldest standing brewery in the state of Illinois. The brewery opened in Thornton in the 1850's, and beneath it is an artesian well that was recently the site of a rare discovery.
Nearly two dozen Chicago restaurants, chefs named James Beard semifinalists
Nearly two dozen Chicago restaurants have been named as semifinalists for this year's coveted James Beard Awards.