Golden years, golden arches: Chicago-area woman, 95, surprised at beloved McDonald’s birthday tradition

A 95-year-old woman walked into her regular McDonald’s expecting lunch and found a room full of people waiting on her, including staff who made her a cake and planned a full surprise.

Chicago-area woman, 95, surprised at beloved McDonald’s birthday tradition
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A 95-year-old woman walked into her regular McDonald’s expecting lunch and found a room full of people waiting on her, including staff who made her a cake and planned a full surprise.

Nestlé says 12 tons of KitKat bars stolen during transit across Europe

Nestlé says about 12 tons of KitKat bars—roughly 413,000 individual candies—were stolen during transit from its production facility in Italy to Poland.

Should you drive or fly for your next trip | ChicagoNOW
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Airport lines are expected to dwindle now that the senate has agreed to end the shut down for most of DHS, but it still might take some time to get to that point especially with spring break travel. Clint Henderson, Travel Expert at The Points Guy, joins to weigh in on if people should drive or fly to their next destination.

Gas prices rise, stocks slip as experts weigh EV deals and summer travel costs
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Finance professor Dan Roccato explains what to expect for gas prices and airfare this summer, whether now is the time to buy an EV, and smart ways to save on fuel and travel.

New SNAP purchase restrictions take effect April 1
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A grace period ends next week. Starting April 1, shoppers won't be able to use SNAP to buy sugary snacks in Indiana. The law's been on the books since January.

Pizza and bread products recalled in 10 states over metal fragment contamination, FDA says

Food and Drug Administration officials said the new recall covers several pesto and mozzarella pizza and tomato and parmesan focaccia bread products sold in multiple states, including Arizona, California, Michigan, and Texas.

Chicago’s social clubs are bouncing back after pandemic slowdown
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Crain's Chicago Business reporter John Schroyer discusses the city’s social club comeback, what’s driving renewed interest, how clubs are collaborating to attract members, and why some nightlife spots are still struggling.

Investigators probe final moments before deadly LaGuardia runway crash
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Federal officials detail the last seconds before an Air Canada jet collided with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport, as investigators examine possible communication breakdowns and safety failures.

Volkswagen announces recall of nearly 100K EVs over battery defect

German automobile manufacturer Volkswagen is recalling close to 100,000 electric vehicles because of issues tied to battery modules that may not meet specifications.

Shopper’s guide highlights fruits and veggies with the most pesticide residue
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Dr. Alexa Friedman from the Environmental Working Group breaks down the “Dirty Dozen” and “Clean Fifteen,” helping consumers decide which produce is worth buying organic.