When is daylight saving time in 2026?

Clocks will spring forward soon. Here’s when DST starts, who skips it, and Americans’ opinions about time changes.

Chicago father welcomes son after rare testicular cancer
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A cancer diagnosis at 38 left Kevin Hull with tough choices, including whether he could have more children. Here’s how science helped his family grow.

Americans stranded in Mexico amid unrest
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The US State Department has issued a travel warning for multiple parts of Mexico, including Puerto Vallarta and Guadalajara.

Meatballs sold at Aldi recalled after metal fragments found, USDA says

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service says the new recall affects Bremer Family Size Italian Style Meatballs sold at Aldi stores across the country.

Mortgage rates fall to lowest level since 2022

Mortgage rates fell this week to their lowest level since September 2022, with the average 30-year fixed rate dropping to 6.01% from 6.09% last week, according to Freddie Mac.

Class Act in Chicago's Bucktown unveils new menu
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A restaurant in Chicago's Bucktown neighborhood is kicking off a new menu for customers to enjoy.

Nissan recalls over 640,000 vehicles for engine and gear issues

Nissan is recalling more than 640,000 vehicles as part of two separate recalls related to engine and gear issues.

Chili cook-off comes to suburban Palatine
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Seven local restaurants will battle it out for the best chili in town in suburban Palatine.

Celebrities and famous figures who have lived to be 100

From Hollywood legends to political leaders and Nobel Prize winners, a small but notable group of famous figures have joined what’s often called the “centenarian club." Here’s a look.

Trader Joe’s recall: Over 3 million pounds of chicken fried rice products pulled after glass found

The Department of Agriculture says the Trader Joe's Chicken Fried Rice products were removed from stores across the country after four consumers complained of finding glass in the items.

Video gaming lounge opens at Chicago’s Midway Airport

Travelers flying through Midway International Airport now have a new way to pass the time before boarding.

What did they eat on the Titanic? | ChicagoNOW
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 If you’ve ever wondered what the menu on the Titanic looked like, you can now make it at home with two different cookbooks. Veronica Hinke joins to discuss her new historically inspired cookbooks, 'Titanic: The Official Cookbook' and 'The Last Night on The Titanic: Unsinkable Drinking, Dining, and Style'.

The gift of food and community: Mahari in Hyde Park
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"Experience Mahari: an award-winning restaurant serving diverse African diaspora cuisine and vibrant libations in Hyde Park," the restaurant's website states.

How Bon Vivant Cakes is teaching Chicago to decorate like a pro this spring
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Chicago cake artist Emily Nejad of Bon Vivant Cakes shares how her beginner-friendly spring classes, private events, and kids workshops are helping aspiring bakers build confidence and create show-stopping desserts.

Chrysler recalls over 80K vehicles due to springs that may detach while driving

Chrysler is recalling more than 80,000 Jeep Grand Cherokees in the U.S. after discovering that rear coil springs could detach while driving, creating a potential road hazard.