Teens spend nearly an hour on phones in late-night hours before school, study finds
Teenage children spend a decent-sized chunk of the overnight hours before school using their phones to check social media, stream videos, play games, and more, a new study finds.
Teenage children spend a decent-sized chunk of the overnight hours before school using their phones to check social media, stream videos, play games, and more, a new study finds.
America's best-tasting pizza chain is an old-school favorite, survey finds
The survey found that this pizza chain earned 19.1% of the votes for best-tasting fast-food pizza.
The survey found that this pizza chain earned 19.1% of the votes for best-tasting fast-food pizza.
Gene & Georgetti sues over Midway Airport restaurant deal | ChicagoLIVE
Gene & Georgetti’s third-generation owner says the iconic Chicago steakhouse was cut out of a long-term Midway Airport partnership after helping build the concept.
Gene & Georgetti’s third-generation owner says the iconic Chicago steakhouse was cut out of a long-term Midway Airport partnership after helping build the concept.
House hunting? Data suggests the most affordable cities to buy a home
Homeownership may still be possible – just in different cities. A new study reveals the most affordable U.S. housing markets in 2026.
Homeownership may still be possible – just in different cities. A new study reveals the most affordable U.S. housing markets in 2026.
House proposal would charge EV owners $130 yearly for road repairs
Electric vehicle owners could soon face a $130 annual federal fee under a proposed bipartisan bill created to shore up funding for road maintenance.
Electric vehicle owners could soon face a $130 annual federal fee under a proposed bipartisan bill created to shore up funding for road maintenance.
Lincoln Square Farmers Market returns with fresh local food, summer favorites
Vendors at the Lincoln Square Farmers Market are serving up fresh produce, baked goods and handmade treats as the popular weekly market kicks off another summer season.
Vendors at the Lincoln Square Farmers Market are serving up fresh produce, baked goods and handmade treats as the popular weekly market kicks off another summer season.
Kroger cheese garlic croutons recalled over salmonella fears
The Food and Drug Administration said this new recall affects Kroger Homestyle Cheese Garlic Croutons distributed to stores in various states, including Georgia, Texas, and Illinois.
The Food and Drug Administration said this new recall affects Kroger Homestyle Cheese Garlic Croutons distributed to stores in various states, including Georgia, Texas, and Illinois.
Millions expected to visit the US this summer for 2026 World Cup
With the FIFA World Cup set to kick off in just a few weeks, travelers are preparing to head to the United States. The tournament, which begins in June, is projected to welcome a record-number of tourists to the American host cities.
With the FIFA World Cup set to kick off in just a few weeks, travelers are preparing to head to the United States. The tournament, which begins in June, is projected to welcome a record-number of tourists to the American host cities.
Billy Goat Tavern owner Sam Sianis remembered as Chicago honors a food legend
Paul and Bill Sianis reflect on the life and legacy of Billy Goat Tavern owner Sam Sianis, sharing memories of the iconic Chicago institution, tributes pouring in, and what comes next for the famous tavern.
Paul and Bill Sianis reflect on the life and legacy of Billy Goat Tavern owner Sam Sianis, sharing memories of the iconic Chicago institution, tributes pouring in, and what comes next for the famous tavern.
New study shows increase in cruise demand despite recent outbreaks
The demand for vacations going on a cruise remains high, despite recent outbreaks of multiple viruses reported aboard cruise ships this month.
The demand for vacations going on a cruise remains high, despite recent outbreaks of multiple viruses reported aboard cruise ships this month.
Seasoning sold at Walmart recalled over salmonella concerns
Food and Drug Administration officials said this new recall covers Blackstone Parmesan Ranch seasoning products because the items might be contaminated with salmonella.
Food and Drug Administration officials said this new recall covers Blackstone Parmesan Ranch seasoning products because the items might be contaminated with salmonella.
Illinois corn farmers push for year-round E-15 ethanol sales
Illinois Corn Growers Association President Mark Bunselmeyer explains how a proposed Senate bill allowing permanent year-round E-15 sales could impact farmers, fuel prices, and long-term crop planning across the state.
Illinois Corn Growers Association President Mark Bunselmeyer explains how a proposed Senate bill allowing permanent year-round E-15 sales could impact farmers, fuel prices, and long-term crop planning across the state.
Call Your Mother Deli opens in Wicker Park | ChicagoLIVE
A new bagel shop, Call Your Mother Deli, is opening a new location in Wicker Park this week, its first in Chicago.
A new bagel shop, Call Your Mother Deli, is opening a new location in Wicker Park this week, its first in Chicago.
Ancient Chinese movement shows promise for reducing blood pressure at home, study says
Researchers found that a simple, centuries-old Chinese practice could be almost as effective as some medications in lowering blood pressure.
Researchers found that a simple, centuries-old Chinese practice could be almost as effective as some medications in lowering blood pressure.
How much protein do you actually need? Experts weigh in
Recent revisions to U.S. dietary guidelines have led to Americans eating more protein, but experts say eating more protein isn't necessary for many people.
Recent revisions to U.S. dietary guidelines have led to Americans eating more protein, but experts say eating more protein isn't necessary for many people.
Gen Z is single-handedly bringing America’s shopping malls back to life
Gen Z shoppers made 62% of general merchandise purchases in physical stores last year, outpacing older consumers
Gen Z shoppers made 62% of general merchandise purchases in physical stores last year, outpacing older consumers
Swatch, AP watch collab gets massive crowds, police respond at multiple stores
A limited watch launch between Swatch and AP prompted crowds in the hundreds at stores and malls across the country Saturday, with some getting so rowdy that arrests were made.
A limited watch launch between Swatch and AP prompted crowds in the hundreds at stores and malls across the country Saturday, with some getting so rowdy that arrests were made.
New Dutch Bros Coffee opens up in Chicago suburbs | ChicagoLIVE
Coffee drinkers rejoice! A new Dutch Bros Coffee location opened up in Chicago's suburbs.
Coffee drinkers rejoice! A new Dutch Bros Coffee location opened up in Chicago's suburbs.
Straus Creamery ice cream products recalled
Ice cream from Straus Family Creamery that was distributed to 17 states has been recalled because some containers could potentially have metal fragments in them.
Ice cream from Straus Family Creamery that was distributed to 17 states has been recalled because some containers could potentially have metal fragments in them.
Billy Goat Tavern owner Sam Sianis dies at 91, restaurant says
Chicago has lost a true original. Billy Goat Tavern owner Sam Sianis has died, the restaurant announced Friday.
Chicago has lost a true original. Billy Goat Tavern owner Sam Sianis has died, the restaurant announced Friday.