Owed a lot in taxes? Here's what to do and how to look ahead for next year
Did you owe a lot of taxes this year? Or get a refund much larger than expected? Here’s some tips to avoid surprises (good or bad) next year.
Did you owe a lot of taxes this year? Or get a refund much larger than expected? Here’s some tips to avoid surprises (good or bad) next year.
Usher, Chris Brown announce 2026 stadium tour, including stop at Soldier Field
Two of R&B's biggest hitmakers are sharing the same stage – and Chicago is on the list. Here's how to score tickets and details to know.
Two of R&B's biggest hitmakers are sharing the same stage – and Chicago is on the list. Here's how to score tickets and details to know.
33 things to do in Chicago April 17-19
Here are the top things to do in Chicago this weekend, April 17-19, including concerts, sporting events, comedy shows and local festivals happening across the city.
Here are the top things to do in Chicago this weekend, April 17-19, including concerts, sporting events, comedy shows and local festivals happening across the city.
‘Miracle fruit’ may help cancer patients fight chemo-related weight loss
A small West African berry known as “miracle fruit” is gaining attention for its potential to help chemotherapy patients manage “chemo mouth,” a side effect that alters taste and can lead to poor nutrition and weight loss.
A small West African berry known as “miracle fruit” is gaining attention for its potential to help chemotherapy patients manage “chemo mouth,” a side effect that alters taste and can lead to poor nutrition and weight loss.
7-Eleven plans to close 645 stores during 2026 fiscal year
The parent company of 7-Eleven intends to shut down hundreds of its North American locations over the coming months.
The parent company of 7-Eleven intends to shut down hundreds of its North American locations over the coming months.
McDonald’s adding energy drinks, craft sodas to US menus, reports say
New drinks could roll out to McDonald’s as early as next month. Here’s what to know.
New drinks could roll out to McDonald’s as early as next month. Here’s what to know.
Ways to save money on gas amid Iran war price hikes
Loyalty programs, tracking apps and paying with cash can help save money on gas as prices remain high this spring and summer. Here are some specific tips.
Loyalty programs, tracking apps and paying with cash can help save money on gas as prices remain high this spring and summer. Here are some specific tips.
Sadie Robertson speaks out about the moment her eight-month-old daughter choked and stopped breathing
"Duck Dynasty" star Sadie Robertson is opening up about a terrifying moment in which her 8-month-old choked and briefly stopped breathing.
"Duck Dynasty" star Sadie Robertson is opening up about a terrifying moment in which her 8-month-old choked and briefly stopped breathing.
Woman faked bomb threat involving ex-boyfriend after breakup: police
A woman in New Mexico is facing charges after falsely reporting her ex-boyfriend was bringing a bomb on a plane after his long-distance visit, police said, adding that the two had just broken up the night before.
A woman in New Mexico is facing charges after falsely reporting her ex-boyfriend was bringing a bomb on a plane after his long-distance visit, police said, adding that the two had just broken up the night before.
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.
A U.S. Appellate Court ended a federal prohibition on distilling hard liquor that stretched all the way back to the Reconstruction era.
Annual cost of raising a small child goes up in several states: See where
The annual cost of raising a small child has gone up in several states. Here’s where costs are rising the most this year.
The annual cost of raising a small child has gone up in several states. Here’s where costs are rising the most this year.
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.
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.
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.
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
Pop Culture Soda Gallery in Chicago is redefining soda with wildly unique flavors—from bubblegum to matcha white strawberry—all under one roof.
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.
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.
Michelada Fest Chicago returns with 3-day lineup, free community day at Union Park
Michelada Fest Chicago is back with a 3-day lineup and free entry day. Here's what to know.
Michelada Fest Chicago is back with a 3-day lineup and free entry day. Here's what to know.
New SNAP rules in Illinois could leave thousands of immigrants without food assistance
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.
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.
It now costs more than $300K to raise a child; here’s how much it costs in your state
Raising a child in America just hit a staggering new milestone – costing families more than $300,000, according to new data. Here's where it's most expensive.
Raising a child in America just hit a staggering new milestone – costing families more than $300,000, according to new data. Here's where it's most expensive.
Chicago lands major Candy Hall of Fame attraction on Mag Mile
The Mag Mile is getting a sweet new attraction with a 60,000-square-foot candy experience.
The Mag Mile is getting a sweet new attraction with a 60,000-square-foot candy experience.