GM issues recalls for more than 80K vehicles over potential brake failure and steering defects
General Motors is recalling more than 80,000 vehicles because of potential braking and steering problems.
General Motors is recalling more than 80,000 vehicles because of potential braking and steering problems.
How overweight is Illinois compared to the rest of the US?
A new study set out to find which states were struggling with their weight a bit more than others.
A new study set out to find which states were struggling with their weight a bit more than others.
Chicago street vendors push for ordinance allowing fresh food sales
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.
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.
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.
SUV crashes into Steak & Egger in Chicago's Pilsen neighborhood
A vehicle crashed into a restaurant early Wednesday in Chicago's Pilsen neighborhood.
A vehicle crashed into a restaurant early Wednesday in Chicago's Pilsen neighborhood.
How extreme exercise can trigger a life-threatening condition, even in healthy runners
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.
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.
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.
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.
A new study set out to find how much of the country actually works blue-collar jobs.
Who’s to blame? Driver disputes fault after Tinley Park car wash crash
A routine car wash ended with a collision, about $4,000 in damage and a dispute over responsibility, according to a customer who insists she did nothing wrong.
A routine car wash ended with a collision, about $4,000 in damage and a dispute over responsibility, according to a customer who insists she did nothing wrong.
Who’s to blame? Driver disputes fault after Tinley Park car wash crash
A routine car wash ended with a collision, about $4,000 in damage and a dispute over responsibility, according to a customer who insists she did nothing wrong.
A routine car wash ended with a collision, about $4,000 in damage and a dispute over responsibility, according to a customer who insists she did nothing wrong.
What is ‘dark nutrition’? Inside the movement to eat raw meat and eggs
Joy Pi discusses the “dark nutrition” movement, why some people are turning to raw meat and eggs, and what draws them to the diet.
Joy Pi discusses the “dark nutrition” movement, why some people are turning to raw meat and eggs, and what draws them to the diet.
5 habits that could help keep you out of a nursing home, from an orthopedic surgeon
Three in four Americans aged 50 and older would like to remain in their homes as they age, according to the AARP — and preserving that independence starts with daily habits.
Three in four Americans aged 50 and older would like to remain in their homes as they age, according to the AARP — and preserving that independence starts with daily habits.
These were the top trending Halloween costumes in New York in 2026, according to Google
Did your costume make the list this year?
Did your costume make the list this year?
McDonald's dealt legal setback as judge allows McRib meat lawsuit to proceed
The fast-food giant is accused of misleading customers about the meat used in its popular sandwich.
The fast-food giant is accused of misleading customers about the meat used in its popular sandwich.
Turn Halloween candy into treats for troops and veterans
Soldiers’ Angels CEO Amy Palmer explains how the Treats for Troops program collects excess Halloween candy and sends it to service members, veterans and military installations — giving kids a way to share their treats and show appreciation for those who serve.
Soldiers’ Angels CEO Amy Palmer explains how the Treats for Troops program collects excess Halloween candy and sends it to service members, veterans and military installations — giving kids a way to share their treats and show appreciation for those who serve.
Thanksgiving meal deals compared: Costco, Walmart, Sam's Club, Target
As holiday meal planning gets underway, major retailers are launching heavily discounted Thanksgiving dinner packages. Here's what you need to know.
As holiday meal planning gets underway, major retailers are launching heavily discounted Thanksgiving dinner packages. Here's what you need to know.
Permanent daylight saving time could add 2 billion dark school commutes, study finds
Permanent daylight saving time could add at least 2 billion school commutes before sunrise each year nationwide, according to a University of Washington study.
Permanent daylight saving time could add at least 2 billion school commutes before sunrise each year nationwide, according to a University of Washington study.
Margarita mix-up at North Carolina Chili’s leaves customers with chemical burns
Several customers and employees at a North Carolina Chili’s restaurant were treated for chemical burns after margaritas were mistakenly prepared with a cleaning chemical.
Several customers and employees at a North Carolina Chili’s restaurant were treated for chemical burns after margaritas were mistakenly prepared with a cleaning chemical.
Why some people are choosing a raw meat and egg diet
Joy Pi, who documents her journey on Instagram as “Gleefully Raw,” discusses dark nutrition and why some people say eating raw foods has improved their health.
Joy Pi, who documents her journey on Instagram as “Gleefully Raw,” discusses dark nutrition and why some people say eating raw foods has improved their health.