Video captures smash and grab at popular Illinois pizza restaurant
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Villanova Pizza in Lockport is cleaning up after a smash-and-grab burglary caused significant damage to the restaurant. FOX Chicago's Joanie Lum reports live from the scene with the latest on the investigation and the cleanup efforts.

Chicago boat tours, water taxis face cancellations due to rising river levels | ChicagoLIVE
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Rising river levels are impacting some tours and water taxi operations, with concerns about safely passing beneath Chicago’s bridges. Wendella Tours & Cruises’ Andrew Sargis explains the issue and what it means for passengers.

Jalapeños linked to Salmonella outbreak in 27 states; Chipotle & Qdoba affected

More than 300 people have gotten sick as a result of a Salmonella outbreak that has spread to over two dozen states and ensnared two popular restaurant chains, the Food and Drug Administration reported.

Starbucks reveals Pumpkin Spice Latte return date for 2026

PSL fans rejoice! Starbucks has announced when its Pumpkin Spice Latte and other fall menu items will be returning this year.

CDC expands iceberg lettuce cyclospora outbreak to 15 states

Parasitic illness cases in 15 states have been linked to iceberg lettuce, U.S. health officials said Wednesday.

Rising temperatures could keep more flights from taking off on time

Air travelers brace for delays during severe storms, but extreme summer heat can trigger hidden disruptions that are far less visible and harder to predict.

Largest Hello Kitty Cafe located in Chicago, bringing joy for locals and tourists | ChicagoLIVE
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The world's largest Hello Kitty Cafe opened in Chicago earlier this summer, seeing lines around the block to get in. Sanrio senior vice president of brand Jill Koch joins ChicagoLIVE to give a taste of the experience you can find at the cafe. 

Discontinued Cracker Barrel foods that fans are begging to get back

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store has built its reputation on serving Southern comfort food and nostalgic favorites — which may explain why some discontinued menu items continue to spark passionate reactions from loyal customers.

FAA certifies new Boeing passenger plane, opening up possible new routes | ChicagoLIVE
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The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has certified the new Boeing 737 'MAX 7' jetliner, allowing the plane to begin service. Travel expert Clint Henderson from The Points Guy explains why this certification is important and how it will affect passengers.

Chicago church expands 'Food for Life' food pantry
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New Life Covenant Church Southeast is expanding its Food for Life food pantry to 79th Street, furthering its mission to help feed people. Church founder and lead pastor John Hannah talks about why he wanted to expand the food pantry and what you can do to help support its mission.

Buc-ee’s sues Ohio mini-mart over beaver logo branding, alleging trademark infringement

Buc-ee’s has sued a small mini-mart in Ohio, alleging its cartoon beaver logo is too similar to the popular Texas-based chain's iconic logo, adding to the various lawsuits the company has filed against small stores with cartoon animal branding despite an HBO show daring it to challenge someone its own size.

These states have the most underprivileged children, study finds

A new WalletHub study ranks the states where underprivileged children face the greatest challenges, based on factors including poverty, health and education.

Nation's largest food distributor halts Mexican lettuce purchases after outbreak linked to two deaths

Sysco, the nation's largest food distributor, will stop buying iceberg lettuce from Mexico as federal health officials investigate a multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to the product, the company's CEO said Tuesday.

Chicago Sky Guard Gabriela Jaquez talks Weiner’s Circle collaboration
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The Chicago Sky and The Weiner’s Circle have teamed up for a new collaboration aimed at spreading positivity. Sky guard Gabriela Jaquez shares more about the partnership and the inspiration behind bringing the two Chicago staples together.

SNAP benefit changes leave more Illinois families turning to food pantries
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Common Pantry explains how recent SNAP benefit changes are affecting Illinois families, why food pantries can't replace federal assistance, and what people who lost benefits should do next.