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.
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.
Carmine's reopens on Rush Street in Chicago after 2 years
After two years, Carmine's restaurant returns to Chicago's Gold Coast.
After two years, Carmine's restaurant returns to Chicago's Gold Coast.
Class Act in Chicago's Bucktown unveils new menu
A restaurant in Chicago's Bucktown neighborhood is kicking off a new menu for customers to enjoy.
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.
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
Seven local restaurants will battle it out for the best chili in town in suburban Palatine.
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.
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.
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.
Nissan recalls over 600,000 SUVs due to engine, gear issues, NHTSA says
Nissan’s new recall affects certain model Rogue SUVs manufactured between 2023 and 2025. Here’s what you need to know.
Nissan’s new recall affects certain model Rogue SUVs manufactured between 2023 and 2025. Here’s what you need to know.
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.
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
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'.
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
"Experience Mahari: an award-winning restaurant serving diverse African diaspora cuisine and vibrant libations in Hyde Park," the restaurant's website states.
"Experience Mahari: an award-winning restaurant serving diverse African diaspora cuisine and vibrant libations in Hyde Park," the restaurant's website states.
Dunkin' is giving away limited-edition iced coffee gloves on Friday
If you're an iced coffee lover, even in the coldest of weather — Dunkin' has a gift just for you!
If you're an iced coffee lover, even in the coldest of weather — Dunkin' has a gift just for you!
How Bon Vivant Cakes is teaching Chicago to decorate like a pro this spring
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.
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.
'Not edible': Reese's grandson accuses Hershey of ruining iconic peanut butter cup
Brad Reese, the grandson of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups inventor H.B. Reese, has some harsh words for The Hershey Co.
Brad Reese, the grandson of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups inventor H.B. Reese, has some harsh words for The Hershey Co.
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.
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.
The cheapest day to fly just changed, and it's not Sunday like everyone thought
Booking flights six months early no longer saves money, as new data shows this day of the week is the cheapest day to book and fly, saving up to 8% on total airfare costs.
Booking flights six months early no longer saves money, as new data shows this day of the week is the cheapest day to book and fly, saving up to 8% on total airfare costs.
When do Ravinia tickets go on sale? What to know about the 2026 season
Ravinia returns for another summer of live music, featuring the first full season at the new Hunter Pavilion.
Ravinia returns for another summer of live music, featuring the first full season at the new Hunter Pavilion.
Red Lobster considering more restaurant closures, CEO says
Red Lobster's new CEO said sales are up 10% from last year, but the restaurant is still working to repair a "very damaged brand."
Red Lobster's new CEO said sales are up 10% from last year, but the restaurant is still working to repair a "very damaged brand."
Things to do in Chicago this weekend — Winter Jazz Fair, Travel & Adventure Show
Looking for things to do? Here's a guide to activities and events in Chicago Feb. 20-22.
Looking for things to do? Here's a guide to activities and events in Chicago Feb. 20-22.
Judge dismisses lawsuit over Buffalo Wild Wings’ ‘boneless wings’
Buffalo Wild Wings can keep calling its menu item "boneless wings," a federal judge ruled Tuesday, dismissing a lawsuit that claimed the name amounted to false advertising.
Buffalo Wild Wings can keep calling its menu item "boneless wings," a federal judge ruled Tuesday, dismissing a lawsuit that claimed the name amounted to false advertising.