Chicago parking meter sale moves forward, Bridgeport Amtrak facility pushback | The Chicago Report
The Chicago parking meter deal is moving closer to being finalized. And, City Council supermajority opposes the Bridgeport Amtrak facility. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
The Chicago parking meter deal is moving closer to being finalized. And, City Council supermajority opposes the Bridgeport Amtrak facility. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Chicago parking meter deal heads to City Council for final vote
A deal that could change who controls Chicago’s parking meters is one step closer to approval.
A deal that could change who controls Chicago’s parking meters is one step closer to approval.
Revised Chicago parking meter deal moves forward
Chicago's parking meter deal has frustrated drivers for nearly two decades. Now, a new company is poised to take over and City Hall says it finally got something in return. The finance committee approved the sale on Thursday.
Chicago's parking meter deal has frustrated drivers for nearly two decades. Now, a new company is poised to take over and City Hall says it finally got something in return. The finance committee approved the sale on Thursday.
One daily serving of ultra-processed food linked to higher disease risk
A large-scale study found that eating an additional 3½ ounces of ultra-processed food daily was associated with higher risks of cardiovascular events, cancer, death from any cause, metabolic syndrome and diabetes.
A large-scale study found that eating an additional 3½ ounces of ultra-processed food daily was associated with higher risks of cardiovascular events, cancer, death from any cause, metabolic syndrome and diabetes.
Alfalfa sprouting seeds recalled over possible E. coli, salmonella contamination
Berlin Seeds is recalling 950 pounds of alfalfa sprouting seed sold in 42 states because it may be contaminated with Shiga toxin-producing E. coli and Salmonella.
Berlin Seeds is recalling 950 pounds of alfalfa sprouting seed sold in 42 states because it may be contaminated with Shiga toxin-producing E. coli and Salmonella.
Florida woman died after eating E coli-tainted frozen blueberries from Publix, lawsuit alleges
A Florida family is suing Publix and food distributor Quirch Foods, alleging contaminated frozen blueberries sold by the grocery chain caused the death of a woman and hospitalized her son.
A Florida family is suing Publix and food distributor Quirch Foods, alleging contaminated frozen blueberries sold by the grocery chain caused the death of a woman and hospitalized her son.
These cities are spending the most on fast food
Fast food restaurants are famous for offering quick and easy eats without breaking the bank.
Fast food restaurants are famous for offering quick and easy eats without breaking the bank.
One of history's most famous sayings about Rome may be wrong, new study suggests
A sweeping new study of the Roman Empire's vast road network is challenging the age-old saying, "All roads lead to Rome."
A sweeping new study of the Roman Empire's vast road network is challenging the age-old saying, "All roads lead to Rome."
Bringing this popular drink to a job interview could hurt your chances, experts warn
A cup of coffee might be a daily ritual for most Americans, but some career and etiquette experts say bringing one into a job interview could hurt your chances of getting hired.
A cup of coffee might be a daily ritual for most Americans, but some career and etiquette experts say bringing one into a job interview could hurt your chances of getting hired.
More than 167,000 pounds of beef, pork, and goat meat recalled
The USDA announced the recall of 167,639 lbs. of meat products on Tuesday, after surveillance activities by its Food Safety and Inspection Service discovered the issue.
The USDA announced the recall of 167,639 lbs. of meat products on Tuesday, after surveillance activities by its Food Safety and Inspection Service discovered the issue.
TSA alert: Your carry-on bag may need to be checked after all
Travelers hoping to skip baggage claim when they fly by packing everything into their carry-on bags may end up having to check their luggage anyway, thanks to the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) new security scanners.
Travelers hoping to skip baggage claim when they fly by packing everything into their carry-on bags may end up having to check their luggage anyway, thanks to the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) new security scanners.
New study offers possible explanation for ‘mommy brain’ during pregnancy
Scientists may have found a biological explanation for "pregnancy brain." Here's what to know.
Scientists may have found a biological explanation for "pregnancy brain." Here's what to know.
Rich Township food pantry sees surge in demand as families struggle with rising costs
A Rich Township food pantry is seeing more families turn to its shelves for help, as rising costs make it harder for some residents to afford the groceries they need.
A Rich Township food pantry is seeing more families turn to its shelves for help, as rising costs make it harder for some residents to afford the groceries they need.
Rich Township food pantry sees surge in demand as families struggle with rising costs
A Rich Township food pantry is seeing more families turn to its shelves for help, as rising costs make it harder for some residents to afford the groceries they need.
A Rich Township food pantry is seeing more families turn to its shelves for help, as rising costs make it harder for some residents to afford the groceries they need.
What to know about the 'mystery meat' entering the US beef supply
Eric Schlosser explains concerns about imported beef, food safety oversight and what the changes could mean for consumers and American ranchers.
Eric Schlosser explains concerns about imported beef, food safety oversight and what the changes could mean for consumers and American ranchers.
Major Wendy's franchisee files for bankruptcy
One of the largest Wendy’s franchisees in the U.S. has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection following a high-stakes dispute with the fast-food chain's corporate parent.
One of the largest Wendy’s franchisees in the U.S. has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection following a high-stakes dispute with the fast-food chain's corporate parent.
It's the first day of fall - Will our clocks still 'fall back' this year?
For decades, some Americans have objected to the twice-yearly ritual of changing our clocks: losing an hour of sleep in the spring and plunging into early darkness in the fall.
For decades, some Americans have objected to the twice-yearly ritual of changing our clocks: losing an hour of sleep in the spring and plunging into early darkness in the fall.
Illinois record: Plainfield man grows state's heaviest pumpkin ever
Phil Groenewold, of Plainfield, has broken the state's record for the heaviest pumpkin in Illinois history.
Phil Groenewold, of Plainfield, has broken the state's record for the heaviest pumpkin in Illinois history.
Lurie Children’s doctor runs marathon to support patients
Dr. Phillip Thrush is training for his first marathon while raising money to support the children and families cared for at Lurie Children’s Hospital.
Dr. Phillip Thrush is training for his first marathon while raising money to support the children and families cared for at Lurie Children’s Hospital.
Who gets custody of embryos after an IVF breakup?
Reproductive law attorney Ryan Ferrante explains the legal and emotional challenges couples may face when an IVF journey continues after a relationship ends.
Reproductive law attorney Ryan Ferrante explains the legal and emotional challenges couples may face when an IVF journey continues after a relationship ends.