Don't put your luggage on the bed, experts say
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Is it okay to put your luggage on the bed? Here's why some germ experts say you shouldn't. 

Ice cream recall upgraded to highest risk level over Listeria concerns

Gelato sold in nine states and Washington, DC, has been recalled and upgraded to the highest risk level because of Listeria contamination.

Chicago's Home Movie Day brings vintage films to life | ChicagoLIVE Prime-Time
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Take a trip down memory lane as FOX Chicago's JD Rudd talks with Becca Hall of Chicago Film Archives about Home Movie Day, a free event Saturday, Nov. 7, at the Chicago History Museum where visitors can share vintage home movies, enjoy film screenings and experience live music.

The pineapple debate: Chef says he was fired from restaurant over refusal to use 'controversial' pizza topping

An Italian chef in Australia lost his job after giving his take on whether pineapple belongs on pizza, but for him, it was a matter of national pride, according to a labor dispute group’s report. 

Mom surprised with 100th birthday party at Lowe’s after daily walks

For years, Gretchen Sollo has started her mornings walking the aisles of her local Lowe’s, logging an estimated 1,500 miles. To celebrate her 100th birthday, store employees surprised her with a celebration.

Schaumburg toddler visits all 63 U.S. national parks | ChicagoLIVE Prime-Time
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FOX Chicago's JD Rudd interviews the parents of a Schaumburg toddler who visited all 63 U.S. national parks by 19 months old, potentially setting a world record.

Delta Air Lines must face lawsuit over windowless ‘window seats,’ judge rules

A federal judge in New York threw out a request Wednesday by one of the nation’s largest air carriers to dismiss a class action lawsuit over window seats on one of its flights.

Best places to retire: 10 US cities ranked for affordability, quality of life

Millions of Americans reach retirement age each year, and choosing where to spend their later years can be a major financial and lifestyle decision.

FAA to finally phase out floppy disks from air traffic control systems by 2028

The Federal Aviation Administration says it will need two more years to replace the outdated floppy disks used for weather and other critical information at hundreds of air traffic control facilities nationwide. 

Chicago street vendors push for ordinance allowing fresh food sales
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Street vendors in Chicago want city officials to pass a new ordinance. The ordinance would allow them to sell fresh food right on city streets. 

Popular kale and veggie chips recalled over dangerous metals

Brad's Plant Based Crunchy Kale and Brad's Veggie Chips Kale products were pulled from store shelves due to the items possibly containing thallium, according to the Food and Drug Administration.

How extreme exercise can trigger a life-threatening condition, even in healthy runners
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A Rush doctor explains how intense endurance exercise can lead to rhabdomyolysis and, in severe cases, cardiac arrest, while sharing warning signs runners should watch for and why hydration, CPR training and access to defibrillators can save lives.

Cinnamon recall issued in 14 states over possible lead exposure

A recall has been issued for a ground cinnamon spice that has been sold to retail stores in 14 states because of potential exposure to elevated levels of lead. 

Type 2 diabetes patients 21 times more likely to achieve remission with intensive lifestyle changes

A strict routine combining a low-calorie diet with supervised strength and aerobic training helped more than half of younger adults reverse type 2 diabetes within six months, according to a study published in The Lancet Regional Health - Americas.

Which Midwest state is the most blue-collar?

A new study set out to find how much of the country actually works blue-collar jobs.