Mortgage rates are climbing: What homebuyers need to know

While rates remain slightly below where they were a year ago, higher mortgage costs continue to weigh on the housing market by reducing buyers' purchasing power.

Are GLP-1 drugs changing people's taste buds? What to know about GLP-1 drug effects
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Nestle is tweaking its recipes to appeal to the palates of people on GLP-1 drugs. Rush Medical Group Dr. Christopher Chapman breaks down the effects of GLP-1 drugs on your palate and why companies are changing their recipes.

Windy City Smokeout brings unique Tex-Mex barbecue to Chicago
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Windy City Smokeout is opening up for its second day. Catch up with a barbecue joint hailing from Texas that serves their own spin on Tex-Mex.

Illinois health expert breaks down rise of cyclosporiasis
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Illinois is seeing an increase in cases of an intestinal parasite called cyclosporiasis. Chief Medical Officer Dr. Lauren Smith from Cook County Health gives the details on the parasite and how to keep you and your family safe. 

Honda recalls 325K Odyssey minivans over another rear-view camera issue

Hundreds of thousands of minivans are being recalled by Honda over a problem with their rear-view camera, including those that were included in a previous one related to the same issue.

Battle at the BBQ: Hot dogs aren't the healthiest option
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The iconic Chicago staple carries health risks. Dietitian Maggie Michalcyzk joins Good Day Chicago to explain how you can make healthier choices while enjoying your backyard barbecue favorites. 

Fire forces beloved Chicago pizza shop to close, community steps in to help

A beloved Chicago Southwest Side restaurant is cleaning up after a fire forced it to close, but support from the community is helping the business look toward reopening.

Fire forces beloved Chicago pizza shop to close, community steps in to help
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A beloved Southwest Side restaurant is cleaning up after a fire forced it to close, but support from the community is helping the business look toward reopening.

What's driving Gen Z's embrace of socialism?
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A recent article found that 53% of voters ages 15–39 want a Democratic socialist to win the 2028 presidential election. Tabitha Bonilla, an associate professor at Northwestern University, breaks down what the findings mean.

The $5 plastic clip behind millions of Ford Explorer recalls: report

Ford Explorer owners may be surprised to learn that the auto part responsible for a series of recalls isn't related to the SUV's engine, but a $5 plastic clip that can be easily replaced.

Ford to recall over 100,000 Mustangs for 2 separate issues

Two separate issues led to Ford Motor Company issuing a recall for over 100,000 Mustangs in the United States. 

TSA finds folding knife hidden in prosthetic leg at Honolulu airport

An eagle-eyed off-duty law enforcement officer certainly stepped up after seeing where a passenger had hidden a knife prior to trying to get onto a flight in Hawaii.

Cyclosporiasis in Illinois: These foods have been linked to past outbreaks

A cyclosporiasis outbreak continues across the United States, with Illinois reporting multiple cases of the parasitic illness this summer.

CTA and Pretty Cool Ice Cream launch 'L'-inspired ice cream pops | ChicagoLIVE
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Logan Square’s Pretty Cool Ice Cream is partnering with the CTA to create four custom ice cream pops inspired by train lines, each with its own signature flavor. Owner Dana Cree joins ChicagoLIVE to talk all about it.