More than 167,000 pounds of beef, pork, and goat meat recalled
The USDA announced the recall of 167,639 lbs. of meat products on Tuesday, after surveillance activities by its Food Safety and Inspection Service discovered the issue.
The USDA announced the recall of 167,639 lbs. of meat products on Tuesday, after surveillance activities by its Food Safety and Inspection Service discovered the issue.
TSA alert: Your carry-on bag may need to be checked after all
Travelers hoping to skip baggage claim when they fly by packing everything into their carry-on bags may end up having to check their luggage anyway, thanks to the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) new security scanners.
Travelers hoping to skip baggage claim when they fly by packing everything into their carry-on bags may end up having to check their luggage anyway, thanks to the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) new security scanners.
New study offers possible explanation for ‘mommy brain’ during pregnancy
Scientists may have found a biological explanation for "pregnancy brain." Here's what to know.
Scientists may have found a biological explanation for "pregnancy brain." Here's what to know.
Rich Township food pantry sees surge in demand as families struggle with rising costs
A Rich Township food pantry is seeing more families turn to its shelves for help, as rising costs make it harder for some residents to afford the groceries they need.
A Rich Township food pantry is seeing more families turn to its shelves for help, as rising costs make it harder for some residents to afford the groceries they need.
Rich Township food pantry sees surge in demand as families struggle with rising costs
A Rich Township food pantry is seeing more families turn to its shelves for help, as rising costs make it harder for some residents to afford the groceries they need.
A Rich Township food pantry is seeing more families turn to its shelves for help, as rising costs make it harder for some residents to afford the groceries they need.
What to know about the 'mystery meat' entering the US beef supply
Eric Schlosser explains concerns about imported beef, food safety oversight and what the changes could mean for consumers and American ranchers.
Eric Schlosser explains concerns about imported beef, food safety oversight and what the changes could mean for consumers and American ranchers.
Major Wendy's franchisee files for bankruptcy
One of the largest Wendy’s franchisees in the U.S. has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection following a high-stakes dispute with the fast-food chain's corporate parent.
One of the largest Wendy’s franchisees in the U.S. has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection following a high-stakes dispute with the fast-food chain's corporate parent.
It's the first day of fall - Will our clocks still 'fall back' this year?
For decades, some Americans have objected to the twice-yearly ritual of changing our clocks: losing an hour of sleep in the spring and plunging into early darkness in the fall.
For decades, some Americans have objected to the twice-yearly ritual of changing our clocks: losing an hour of sleep in the spring and plunging into early darkness in the fall.
Illinois record: Plainfield man grows state's heaviest pumpkin ever
Phil Groenewold, of Plainfield, has broken the state's record for the heaviest pumpkin in Illinois history.
Phil Groenewold, of Plainfield, has broken the state's record for the heaviest pumpkin in Illinois history.
Lurie Children’s doctor runs marathon to support patients
Dr. Phillip Thrush is training for his first marathon while raising money to support the children and families cared for at Lurie Children’s Hospital.
Dr. Phillip Thrush is training for his first marathon while raising money to support the children and families cared for at Lurie Children’s Hospital.
Who gets custody of embryos after an IVF breakup?
Reproductive law attorney Ryan Ferrante explains the legal and emotional challenges couples may face when an IVF journey continues after a relationship ends.
Reproductive law attorney Ryan Ferrante explains the legal and emotional challenges couples may face when an IVF journey continues after a relationship ends.
Missing Carnival Panorama passenger jumped overboard off Mexico's coast
A passenger traveling on a Carnival Panorama cruise jumped overboard as the ship was wrapping up the last full day of a week-long sailing.
A passenger traveling on a Carnival Panorama cruise jumped overboard as the ship was wrapping up the last full day of a week-long sailing.
Is the Chicago River safe for this weekend’s swim?
Scientists are testing the Chicago River ahead of the Chicago River Swim to determine whether the water is safe for hundreds of participants.
Scientists are testing the Chicago River ahead of the Chicago River Swim to determine whether the water is safe for hundreds of participants.
These are the luckiest baby names, according to new data
Can the right baby name boost future success? Here are the luckiest baby names according to a new analysis.
Can the right baby name boost future success? Here are the luckiest baby names according to a new analysis.
New report details how Chicago’s Latino communities are changing
A new report examines Chicago’s growing Latino population, highlighting progress, ongoing disparities and recommendations for city leaders.
A new report examines Chicago’s growing Latino population, highlighting progress, ongoing disparities and recommendations for city leaders.
FAA head says billions more needed to modernize air traffic control
Federal Aviation Administration Administrator Bryan Bedford is urging Congress to invest more money to cover the cost of the agency's effort to overhaul the nation's air traffic control network.
Federal Aviation Administration Administrator Bryan Bedford is urging Congress to invest more money to cover the cost of the agency's effort to overhaul the nation's air traffic control network.
'Looksmaxxing' among 1,400 new words added to Merriam-Webster's dictionary website
Merriam-Webster's dictionary has added 1,400 words, from “looksmaxxing" and “rickroll" to “cuffing season" and “Sunday scaries," capturing how language is evolving.
Merriam-Webster's dictionary has added 1,400 words, from “looksmaxxing" and “rickroll" to “cuffing season" and “Sunday scaries," capturing how language is evolving.
DOJ expands beef price investigation to eight major grocery retailers
The Department of Justice has expanded its investigation into rising beef prices to include eight major U.S. grocery retailers.
The Department of Justice has expanded its investigation into rising beef prices to include eight major U.S. grocery retailers.
Hundreds of dads welcome students back to school in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood
Fathers gathered at Catalyst Circle Rock Charter Wednesday to support students on Dad’s Bring Your Kids to School Day.
Fathers gathered at Catalyst Circle Rock Charter Wednesday to support students on Dad’s Bring Your Kids to School Day.
Chicago Bears unveil new stadium food
Here's what's new to eat at Soldier Field this year.
Here's what's new to eat at Soldier Field this year.