Jeep recalls over 1 million vehicles over a fire risk
More than 1 million Jeep vehicles are being recalled after a defect was linked to a potential fire risk. Here's what to know.
More than 1 million Jeep vehicles are being recalled after a defect was linked to a potential fire risk. Here's what to know.
Illinois is suspending its gas tax hike. Here's what it means for drivers
What is Illinois doing to cut down on gas prices? When lawmakers in Springfield approved the next state budget last week, it included a suspension on the state's automatic gas tax hike.
What is Illinois doing to cut down on gas prices? When lawmakers in Springfield approved the next state budget last week, it included a suspension on the state's automatic gas tax hike.
Subaru recalls nearly 70,000 SUVs after moonroof panels detach while driving
Subaru is recalling nearly 70,000 vehicles in the U.S. after discovering a defect that could cause moonroof glass panels to detach from the vehicle, creating a potential hazard for other motorists.
Subaru is recalling nearly 70,000 vehicles in the U.S. after discovering a defect that could cause moonroof glass panels to detach from the vehicle, creating a potential hazard for other motorists.
McDonald’s testing AI-powered drive-thrus: What to know
McDonald’s is testing a new AI-powered drive-thru system called Archy. Here's what to know.
McDonald’s is testing a new AI-powered drive-thru system called Archy. Here's what to know.
Hot Rod Power Tour rolls into Joliet to celebrate Route 66
Thousands of classic cars and trucks are arriving at Route 66 Raceway in Joliet as the Hot Rod Power Tour kicks off, celebrating the history of Route 66 and bringing car enthusiasts together from across the country.
Thousands of classic cars and trucks are arriving at Route 66 Raceway in Joliet as the Hot Rod Power Tour kicks off, celebrating the history of Route 66 and bringing car enthusiasts together from across the country.
Sixth-grader finds 85-million-year-old fossil on club field trip
Corbin Bullard didn’t know exactly what he’d found while on a field trip with his 4-H Geology Club, “but I knew that it was something big."
Corbin Bullard didn’t know exactly what he’d found while on a field trip with his 4-H Geology Club, “but I knew that it was something big."
Ribfest Chicago happening all weekend with delicious BBQ
Ribfest Chicago is happening all weekend long in North Center which means plenty of BBQ for everyone to try.
Ribfest Chicago is happening all weekend long in North Center which means plenty of BBQ for everyone to try.
Portillo’s to open new Chicago location on Michigan Avenue
Portillo’s, the popular Chicago-area restaurant chain, will open a new restaurant right in the heart of the Loop along Michigan Avenue.
Portillo’s, the popular Chicago-area restaurant chain, will open a new restaurant right in the heart of the Loop along Michigan Avenue.
Popular tower heaters sold online and at stores nationwide recalled over fire risk
More than 250,000 tower heaters have been recalled after multiple reports of overheating, including eight fires and one report of smoke inhalation.
More than 250,000 tower heaters have been recalled after multiple reports of overheating, including eight fires and one report of smoke inhalation.
Judge halts Trump SNAP state restrictions: What to know
A federal judge halted the Trump administration’s efforts to force states to comply with certain conditions in order to get billions of dollars in SNAP funding.
A federal judge halted the Trump administration’s efforts to force states to comply with certain conditions in order to get billions of dollars in SNAP funding.
Mortgage rates are moving again: What homebuyers need to know
U.S. mortgage rates eased this week from their highest level in nine months, offering modest relief to prospective homebuyers.
U.S. mortgage rates eased this week from their highest level in nine months, offering modest relief to prospective homebuyers.
Scientists reveal why you're probably throwing away meat too soon
Auburn University researchers are developing a way to predict meat spoilage more accurately using microbial data and predictive modeling, which could lead to more precise sell-by dates.
Auburn University researchers are developing a way to predict meat spoilage more accurately using microbial data and predictive modeling, which could lead to more precise sell-by dates.
Waymo blocks Dallas road as first responders rush to explosion
Newly released body camera video shows a Dallas County deputy constable forced to manually drive an empty autonomous Waymo vehicle that was blocking emergency crews following a fatal natural gas apartment explosion.
Newly released body camera video shows a Dallas County deputy constable forced to manually drive an empty autonomous Waymo vehicle that was blocking emergency crews following a fatal natural gas apartment explosion.
Pokémon GO Fest returns to Chicago this weekend
That music tells you what's coming. Pokemon Go Fest is about to start in Chicago. The craze is already on. Joanie Lum is live at the pop-up store where customers need a ticket to get in.
That music tells you what's coming. Pokemon Go Fest is about to start in Chicago. The craze is already on. Joanie Lum is live at the pop-up store where customers need a ticket to get in.
Heat map: Here's who's least likely to have air conditioning
As summer temperatures climb, new Census Bureau data reveals that access to air conditioning isn't equal across all counties.
As summer temperatures climb, new Census Bureau data reveals that access to air conditioning isn't equal across all counties.
Ford issues recall for nearly 420,000 vehicles over seat belt defect
Ford’s new recall covers certain Expedition and Lincoln Navigator model vehicles manufactured between 2018 and 2022, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Ford’s new recall covers certain Expedition and Lincoln Navigator model vehicles manufactured between 2018 and 2022, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Johnson’s Farm kicks off Strawberry Festival with U-Pick berries and family fun
Northwest Indiana’s Johnson’s Farm is celebrating strawberry season with fresh-picked berries, U-Pick opportunities, baby animals, and more than 40 family-friendly activities during its annual Strawberry Festival.
Northwest Indiana’s Johnson’s Farm is celebrating strawberry season with fresh-picked berries, U-Pick opportunities, baby animals, and more than 40 family-friendly activities during its annual Strawberry Festival.
Jim’s Original relocation sparks neighborhood protest
The restaurant plans to relocate to 18th Street and Canalport Avenue, but some East Pilsen neighbors are protesting the move, citing public safety, noise and garbage concerns.
The restaurant plans to relocate to 18th Street and Canalport Avenue, but some East Pilsen neighbors are protesting the move, citing public safety, noise and garbage concerns.
Jim’s Original relocation sparks neighborhood protest
The restaurant plans to relocate to 18th Street and Canalport Avenue, but some East Pilsen neighbors are protesting the move, citing public safety, noise and garbage concerns.
The restaurant plans to relocate to 18th Street and Canalport Avenue, but some East Pilsen neighbors are protesting the move, citing public safety, noise and garbage concerns.
Retirement at 65? Here's which states have the most senior workers
Nearly 1 in 5 Americans who are 65 and older are still working. See which states have the most employed seniors.
Nearly 1 in 5 Americans who are 65 and older are still working. See which states have the most employed seniors.