Home distilling ban struck down after 158 years

A U.S. Appellate Court ended a federal prohibition on distilling hard liquor that stretched all the way back to the Reconstruction era. 

Hyundai recalls nearly 300K vehicles over seat belt defect

Nearly 300,000 Hyundai vehicles have been recalled over a seat belt defect that could increase the risk of injury in a crash.

Tax Day 2026 freebies and deals

April 15 is tax day and there are several restaurants offering free food deals to help make paying taxes a bit easier.

The 'bare bones' cost of raising a child has spiked: Here's why

The cost of raising a child in the U.S. continues to climb, according to a new LendingTree report based on 2024 data.

A Chicago shop is turning craft soda into an unforgettable experience
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Pop Culture Soda Gallery in Chicago is redefining soda with wildly unique flavors—from bubblegum to matcha white strawberry—all under one roof.

Health alert issued for mislabeled beef and pork products

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Services (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for several raw beef and pork products after inspectors discovered they contained sesame that was not listed on the label. Sesame is a federally recognized allergen.

New SNAP rules in Illinois could leave thousands of immigrants without food assistance
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Peter Zigterman of World Relief Chicagoland explains how new federal SNAP eligibility changes are impacting immigrants and refugees in Illinois—and what it means for food access across the region.

Chicago named home of the Candy Hall of Fame
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Chicago has been selected for the permanent home of the Candy Hall of Fame Experience.

Johnson's new staff picks, gas prices on the rise | The Chicago Report
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has made some new staff picks. And, gas prices are on the uptick. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."

What is E15 gas and why does Gov. Pritzker want more of it? | The Chicago Report
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Bill Leigh with the Corn Grower's Association and Geoff Cooper, the CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association, join "The Chicago Report" to talk about the uptick in gas prices and about E15 gas is.

Indiana governor suspends gas tax for 30 days
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Drivers in Indiana will be catching a break at the gas pump. The governor just signed an executive order suspending the state portion of the gasoline tax.

O’Hare ranked most stressful airport in U.S., study finds

Flying through O’Hare? A new report says it’s the most stressful airport in the U.S. – here’s what’s driving it.

Homebuyers are back despite rising rates — What to know

Homebuying rebounded in March as strong demand fueled a spring surge, despite rising mortgage rates, according to Zillow.