Apple Maps switches to ‘Lake America’ for some users
Apple has changed the name of Lake Ontario to Lake America in its popular Maps app, but only for users in the United States. The new name began appearing for users on Tuesday, just a day after the Trump administration revealed that it appealed directly to the tech giant to make the switch.
Apple has changed the name of Lake Ontario to Lake America in its popular Maps app, but only for users in the United States. The new name began appearing for users on Tuesday, just a day after the Trump administration revealed that it appealed directly to the tech giant to make the switch.
Nationwide recall of pet food issued over salmonella concerns
Food and Drug Administration officials said the latest pet food recall covers Northwest Naturals Frozen Chicken Recipe and Northwest Naturals Frozen Raw Diet for Dogs Chicken Recipe sold in stores across the country.
Food and Drug Administration officials said the latest pet food recall covers Northwest Naturals Frozen Chicken Recipe and Northwest Naturals Frozen Raw Diet for Dogs Chicken Recipe sold in stores across the country.
Mangoes sold at Walmart recalled for possible salmonella contamination, FDA says
The new recall affects Martina-brand mangoes sold at Walmart stores in four states, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
The new recall affects Martina-brand mangoes sold at Walmart stores in four states, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
Artificial sweetener linked to higher risk of cardiovascular events
Higher blood levels of the artificial sweetener xylitol were linked to a higher risk of a major adverse cardiovascular event, a new study finds.
Higher blood levels of the artificial sweetener xylitol were linked to a higher risk of a major adverse cardiovascular event, a new study finds.
Smucker’s Uncrustables lawsuit against Trader Joe’s allowed to proceed
The difference between a circle and a squircle could help decide a lawsuit over whether Trader Joe’s frozen sandwiches are too similar to Uncrustables.
The difference between a circle and a squircle could help decide a lawsuit over whether Trader Joe’s frozen sandwiches are too similar to Uncrustables.
Tofu recalled over possible ink contamination; sold in 29 states
More than 10,000 cases of tofu were recalled across nearly 30 states after the discovery of a potential contaminant.
More than 10,000 cases of tofu were recalled across nearly 30 states after the discovery of a potential contaminant.
Americans warned against travel plans as terrorism threatens popular destination
The State Department's Level 3 advisory warns of terrorism and unrest in Israel, with some areas near Gaza carrying a Level 4 "Do Not Travel" warning.
The State Department's Level 3 advisory warns of terrorism and unrest in Israel, with some areas near Gaza carrying a Level 4 "Do Not Travel" warning.
Could a one-time treatment lower cholesterol for life?
Rush Medical Group cardiologist Dr. Alan Goldberg explains a small study of an experimental gene-editing treatment that researchers say could dramatically lower cholesterol with a single dose.
Rush Medical Group cardiologist Dr. Alan Goldberg explains a small study of an experimental gene-editing treatment that researchers say could dramatically lower cholesterol with a single dose.
US-Mexico trade negotiations hung up by cheese name dispute
The U.S. argues that names like parmesan and feta are generic, while the European Union says they should only be labeled as such if they're from certain parts of Italy or Greece.
The U.S. argues that names like parmesan and feta are generic, while the European Union says they should only be labeled as such if they're from certain parts of Italy or Greece.
Labor Day travel means higher costs, heavier traffic | ChicagoLIVE
Are you getting on the road for Labor Day? Here are some tips from an expert on what to expect this year.
Are you getting on the road for Labor Day? Here are some tips from an expert on what to expect this year.
Malört attempts world record for Chicago nonprofit | ChicagoLIVE
Chicago will see an attempt at a world record: The most people taking a shot of Malört at one time! And it's for a good cause.
Chicago will see an attempt at a world record: The most people taking a shot of Malört at one time! And it's for a good cause.
American Airlines bets big on international travel with 7 new routes
New daily flights will connect major U.S. hubs with destinations across Europe and Asia beginning in spring 2027 as the carrier expands its global network.
New daily flights will connect major U.S. hubs with destinations across Europe and Asia beginning in spring 2027 as the carrier expands its global network.
University of Georgia study links legal marijuana use to fewer sick days
Legalizing medical marijuana reduces health-related job absences, according to a University of Georgia study.
Legalizing medical marijuana reduces health-related job absences, according to a University of Georgia study.
Soul Vibez owner says Chicago restaurant targeted by thieves for third time
Fab Baker, owner of Soul Vibez in River North, says a man broke into her restaurant overnight and trashed the place.
Fab Baker, owner of Soul Vibez in River North, says a man broke into her restaurant overnight and trashed the place.
New compound could burn fat without sacrificing muscle, researchers say
UC Berkeley professor Dr. Anders Naar explains new research on TOFA, a compound that boosted fat burning without reducing food intake in animal studies.
UC Berkeley professor Dr. Anders Naar explains new research on TOFA, a compound that boosted fat burning without reducing food intake in animal studies.
Soul Vibez owner says Chicago restaurant targeted by thieves again
Soul Vibez owner Fab Baker discusses the latest break-in at her Chicago Avenue restaurant, which she says has now been targeted three times.
Soul Vibez owner Fab Baker discusses the latest break-in at her Chicago Avenue restaurant, which she says has now been targeted three times.
SNAP junk-food bans begin Aug. 31 in South Carolina and Sept. 1 in North Dakota - See other states with bans
South Carolina and North Dakota are the latest states implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food, joining other states too.
South Carolina and North Dakota are the latest states implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food, joining other states too.
Move over, pumpkin spice: Search interest in this coffee flavor hit an all-time high
Fall flavor season is arriving earlier than ever, but pumpkin spice may have some new competition.
Fall flavor season is arriving earlier than ever, but pumpkin spice may have some new competition.
General Mills ditches artificial dye from Lucky Charms, Trix
General Mills announced it is dropping synthetic food dyes in its cereals, swapping them for natural alternatives to keep its products colorful.
General Mills announced it is dropping synthetic food dyes in its cereals, swapping them for natural alternatives to keep its products colorful.
What’s causing the surge in food recalls?
Dozens of food recalls this year -- lettuce, eggs, granola, even supplements. So why is this happening so often? Brendan Niemira joins us.
Dozens of food recalls this year -- lettuce, eggs, granola, even supplements. So why is this happening so often? Brendan Niemira joins us.