New study reveals best and worst places to raise a family in America
Raising a family requires a lot of time and planning, but sometimes the area you decide to relocate to may offer good opportunities for a fresh start in a new zip code, according to a recent study.
Raising a family requires a lot of time and planning, but sometimes the area you decide to relocate to may offer good opportunities for a fresh start in a new zip code, according to a recent study.
Lollapalooza reveals 2026 aftershows – Zara Larsson, Empire of the Sun among performers
Lollapalooza is giving fans even more chances to catch their favorite artists with the release of its official 2026 aftershow lineup.
Lollapalooza is giving fans even more chances to catch their favorite artists with the release of its official 2026 aftershow lineup.
One type of sitting may pose greater dementia risk than another, study suggests
New research findings suggest not all sitting behaviors are equal when it comes to protecting long-term brain health.
New research findings suggest not all sitting behaviors are equal when it comes to protecting long-term brain health.
Chicago staple Manny's Deli broken into overnight
A break-in attempt overnight left damage at the iconic Manny's Cafeteria & Delicatessen in Chicago’s South Loop.
A break-in attempt overnight left damage at the iconic Manny's Cafeteria & Delicatessen in Chicago’s South Loop.
421,000 Hyundai Tucson, Santa Cruz models recalled for braking glitch
Hyundai recalled one of its most popular vehicles as well as a truck model over concerns that an issue with its front camera software could cause the vehicles to brake suddenly and unexpectedly, potentially leading to a collision with another vehicle.
Hyundai recalled one of its most popular vehicles as well as a truck model over concerns that an issue with its front camera software could cause the vehicles to brake suddenly and unexpectedly, potentially leading to a collision with another vehicle.
This fan favorite stamp is making a comeback this summer
An iconic stamp that sold out within weeks is making a comeback this summer after winning a voting contest.
An iconic stamp that sold out within weeks is making a comeback this summer after winning a voting contest.
It’s not too late to plan a trip to celebrate America’s 250th
Celebrations are happening all over the country this summer for America's 250th, and it's not too late to join in on the events.
Celebrations are happening all over the country this summer for America's 250th, and it's not too late to join in on the events.
Diet change tied to ‘younger’ biological age in older adults after 4 weeks
Diets rich in complex carbohydrates and plant-based components showed the most pronounced improvements
Diets rich in complex carbohydrates and plant-based components showed the most pronounced improvements
Chair-hogging wars heat up as cruise travelers use sneaky tactics amid crackdowns
Chair hogging has long been a problem on major cruise lines, and now a few popular companies are cracking down on the tactic.
Chair hogging has long been a problem on major cruise lines, and now a few popular companies are cracking down on the tactic.
DHS secretary's threat to sanctuary city airports puts airlines, travel industry on edge
An idea from the new head of the Department of Homeland Security has the travel industry spooked and is being described by a fellow Cabinet member as a bad idea.
An idea from the new head of the Department of Homeland Security has the travel industry spooked and is being described by a fellow Cabinet member as a bad idea.
PepsiCo expected to increase prices on small chip bags, report says
A new report says that PepsiCo will raise prices on some products after earlier price cuts boosted sales and helped regain customers.
A new report says that PepsiCo will raise prices on some products after earlier price cuts boosted sales and helped regain customers.
Is cheap gas bad for your car?
As gas prices soar, are the cheapest gas stations OK for your car? We talked to an expert to find out.
As gas prices soar, are the cheapest gas stations OK for your car? We talked to an expert to find out.
Whole Foods issues soup recall due to possible shrimp contamination
A recall has been issued for a popular soup sold at Whole Foods Market that was found to potentially contain undeclared shrimp, posing a serious health risk for people with shellfish allergies.
A recall has been issued for a popular soup sold at Whole Foods Market that was found to potentially contain undeclared shrimp, posing a serious health risk for people with shellfish allergies.
US lawmakers revive bill to make daylight saving time permanent
U.S. lawmakers are attempting to revive a proposal that would make daylight saving time stay in effect year-round.
U.S. lawmakers are attempting to revive a proposal that would make daylight saving time stay in effect year-round.
Kroger to lower prices on thousands of items to win back shoppers
Kroger is preparing to lower prices on thousands of products as new CEO Greg Foran looks to win back market share from competitors.
Kroger is preparing to lower prices on thousands of products as new CEO Greg Foran looks to win back market share from competitors.
Hershey’s chocolate products will shift back to classic recipes amid lower cocoa prices
Hershey’s move toward classic recipes follows lower cocoa prices and complaints from consumers.
Hershey’s move toward classic recipes follows lower cocoa prices and complaints from consumers.
Nearly 60K Honda vehicles recalled due to rearview camera display glitch
Honda has recalled 59,887 vehicles due to the rearview camera display becoming distorted or going blank.
Honda has recalled 59,887 vehicles due to the rearview camera display becoming distorted or going blank.
40 things to do in Chicago Memorial Weekend 2026
Chicago is packed with things to do this Memorial Day weekend, from Forever Mine Fest and Sueños to Belmont-Sheffield Music Fest, Randolph Street Market and the annual Memorial Day parade downtown.
Chicago is packed with things to do this Memorial Day weekend, from Forever Mine Fest and Sueños to Belmont-Sheffield Music Fest, Randolph Street Market and the annual Memorial Day parade downtown.
From snack foods to seasonings: The products pulled after dry milk recall
The list of snack foods, frozen pizzas, and other food products that have been linked to a powdered milk recall keeps getting longer. Two federal agencies have identified approximately two dozen products that used the recalled dairy products and are working to see if there are any other potentially contaminated products out there.
The list of snack foods, frozen pizzas, and other food products that have been linked to a powdered milk recall keeps getting longer. Two federal agencies have identified approximately two dozen products that used the recalled dairy products and are working to see if there are any other potentially contaminated products out there.
Feeding Austin with a community garden
A church in Austin has teamed up with the Greater Chicago Food Depository. They are providing healthy meals to kids in the neighborhood. But it doesn't stop there. The leader is also teaching the children how to grow their own food in a community garden.
A church in Austin has teamed up with the Greater Chicago Food Depository. They are providing healthy meals to kids in the neighborhood. But it doesn't stop there. The leader is also teaching the children how to grow their own food in a community garden.