Long-term alcohol habit may be tied to a troubling cancer trend, doctors warn
Even moderate alcohol consumption is tied to higher colorectal cancer risk over time, researchers say.
Even moderate alcohol consumption is tied to higher colorectal cancer risk over time, researchers say.
Chicago's Manny's Deli gears up for Passover Seders
Manny's Deli has been serving up classic Jewish homestyle comfort food for generations in Chicago, and they're now gearing up for Passover Seders.
Manny's Deli has been serving up classic Jewish homestyle comfort food for generations in Chicago, and they're now gearing up for Passover Seders.
New food lineup at Wrigley Field ready for Opening Day
Ahead of Opening Day, Tina Nguyen previews the latest food and drink offerings at Wrigley Field, giving Cubs fans plenty of new flavors to try this season.
Ahead of Opening Day, Tina Nguyen previews the latest food and drink offerings at Wrigley Field, giving Cubs fans plenty of new flavors to try this season.
TSA adding Touchless ID to speed up airport security lines
Air travelers have a new way to shorten their wait times at the security screening line at the airport. The Transportation Security Agency (TSA) is allowing frequent fliers to sign up for TSA PreCheck Touchless ID.
Air travelers have a new way to shorten their wait times at the security screening line at the airport. The Transportation Security Agency (TSA) is allowing frequent fliers to sign up for TSA PreCheck Touchless ID.
Women who built Chicago: Inside the powerful new history bus tour
Nicka Sewell-Smith shares how a new Chicago bus tour—created with historian Shermann “Dilla” Thomas—spotlights the women who shaped the city’s arts, civil rights, and education, and how you can experience it.
Nicka Sewell-Smith shares how a new Chicago bus tour—created with historian Shermann “Dilla” Thomas—spotlights the women who shaped the city’s arts, civil rights, and education, and how you can experience it.
TSA pay freeze impacting spring break travel
You might be spending a lot of your spring break traveling in a security check-in line. TSA workers are not getting paid because of the partial government shutdown and a lot of them have been calling out because of that.
You might be spending a lot of your spring break traveling in a security check-in line. TSA workers are not getting paid because of the partial government shutdown and a lot of them have been calling out because of that.
Gas prices skyrocket in US, up nearly $1 a gallon in past month
Drivers across the United States find themselves digging deeper in their pockets as they fill their tanks. Gas prices continue their upward march and are nearing the $4 mark, according to new numbers from AAA.
Drivers across the United States find themselves digging deeper in their pockets as they fill their tanks. Gas prices continue their upward march and are nearing the $4 mark, according to new numbers from AAA.
Things to do in Chicago this weekend — Oddities market, Shamrock Shuffle & more
From artisan markets to big name concerts and the Shamrock Shuffle, here's a guide to events in Chicago this weekend.
From artisan markets to big name concerts and the Shamrock Shuffle, here's a guide to events in Chicago this weekend.
Disney reveals Disney Believe as name of next cruise ship
Disney Cruise Line announced Wednesday that its new cruise ship will be called Disney Believe and arrive in late 2027.
Disney Cruise Line announced Wednesday that its new cruise ship will be called Disney Believe and arrive in late 2027.
Employee crushed to death in horror industrial accident after press machine unexpectedly turns on
An Ohio Ford employee died after being trapped and crushed by a malfunctioning industrial machine at a company plant this week.
An Ohio Ford employee died after being trapped and crushed by a malfunctioning industrial machine at a company plant this week.
Aldi recalls popular snack food over possible rodent hair contamination
Aldi is recalling a frozen food product from store shelves following a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) notice citing potential contamination with rodent hair.
Aldi is recalling a frozen food product from store shelves following a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) notice citing potential contamination with rodent hair.
Lil Wayne marks 20 years of 'Tha Carter' with tour, Chicago stop
“A Milli" reasons to go — Lil Wayne brings his “Tha Carter" anniversary tour to Chicago with 2 Chainz.
“A Milli" reasons to go — Lil Wayne brings his “Tha Carter" anniversary tour to Chicago with 2 Chainz.
TSA faces staffing crisis as shutdown leaves workers unpaid
Union leader Darrell English discusses how the partial government shutdown is straining TSA officers, causing longer airport lines, financial stress, and concerns over security and morale.
Union leader Darrell English discusses how the partial government shutdown is straining TSA officers, causing longer airport lines, financial stress, and concerns over security and morale.
Chicago City Council to vote on tipped wage credit, setting up possible clash with mayor
Chicago Ald. Samantha Nugent (39th) discusses a proposed move to restore the tipped wage credit and a potential veto showdown with Mayor Brandon Johnson.
Chicago Ald. Samantha Nugent (39th) discusses a proposed move to restore the tipped wage credit and a potential veto showdown with Mayor Brandon Johnson.
Spring break crackdown: Southern towns roll out alcohol bans and new restrictions
Panama City Beach, Fla., and Gulf Shores, Ala., enforce new spring break restrictions that includes alcohol bans and overnight closures.
Panama City Beach, Fla., and Gulf Shores, Ala., enforce new spring break restrictions that includes alcohol bans and overnight closures.
Former NFL star sparks viral debate over tipping practices at self-service restaurants
NFL player JJ Watt's X post goes viral as Americans question when tipping is appropriate or not.
NFL player JJ Watt's X post goes viral as Americans question when tipping is appropriate or not.
Politicians flock to Manny's Deli to celebrate combo of St. Patrick's Day and the primary election
Chicago's iconic Manny's Deli was packed with politicians on the day of the Illinois primary election and St. Patrick's Day.
Chicago's iconic Manny's Deli was packed with politicians on the day of the Illinois primary election and St. Patrick's Day.
Here’s where retirees can—and can’t—afford to rent on retirement income
Rising rent prices across the U.S. are putting growing pressure on retirees living on fixed incomes, with many now spending close to or above the recommended 30% of their income on housing.
Rising rent prices across the U.S. are putting growing pressure on retirees living on fixed incomes, with many now spending close to or above the recommended 30% of their income on housing.
Lollapalooza 2026 lineup: Everything you need to know
Lollapalooza 2026 returns to Chicago's Grant Park July 30- Aug. 2. Here's what to know about tickets, dates and the star-studded lineup.
Lollapalooza 2026 returns to Chicago's Grant Park July 30- Aug. 2. Here's what to know about tickets, dates and the star-studded lineup.
Hundreds of flights canceled, delayed at O’Hare airport as winter storm disrupts travel
A ground stop was issued at O'Hare International Airport on Monday after a winter storm blanketed the region with snow and ice.
A ground stop was issued at O'Hare International Airport on Monday after a winter storm blanketed the region with snow and ice.