Chocolate products recalled over hidden drugs tied to 'life-threatening' blood pressure drops
A nationwide recall has been issued for two chocolate products after they were found to contain undeclared prescription drug ingredients, federal health officials warn.
A nationwide recall has been issued for two chocolate products after they were found to contain undeclared prescription drug ingredients, federal health officials warn.
This Chick-fil-A offers free ice cream if families ditch phones at the table in push to unplug
A Chick-fil-A restaurant is offering families free ice cream if they put away their phones for their entire meal.
A Chick-fil-A restaurant is offering families free ice cream if they put away their phones for their entire meal.
Krispy Kreme unveils Easter-themed donuts – here’s what’s on the menu | ChicagoNOW
The limited-timed Easter Basket Collection features playful designs like egg-shaped treats and chick-topped donuts.
The limited-timed Easter Basket Collection features playful designs like egg-shaped treats and chick-topped donuts.
Flying with kids during travel chaos: Tips to manage stress and long waits
Parenting expert Rachael Fritz shares practical advice for families navigating long airport delays, from keeping kids entertained to handling inevitable meltdowns.
Parenting expert Rachael Fritz shares practical advice for families navigating long airport delays, from keeping kids entertained to handling inevitable meltdowns.
Einstein Bros. Bagels recalls cream cheese spread due to undeclared almonds posing allergic reaction risk
Dozens of cases of Einstein Bros. Bagels Honey Almond Cream Cheese Spread have been recalled due to undeclared almonds that pose a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction to consumers allergic to almonds.
Dozens of cases of Einstein Bros. Bagels Honey Almond Cream Cheese Spread have been recalled due to undeclared almonds that pose a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction to consumers allergic to almonds.
Coca-Cola’s yellow caps are back — what they mean and why they’re compared to Mexican Coke
Every spring, Coca-Cola bottles look a little different. Here's the story behind the color-coded change.
Every spring, Coca-Cola bottles look a little different. Here's the story behind the color-coded change.
Clara restaurant 's in Woodridge celebrates 39 years in business
Clara's, one of the Chicago area's oldest restaurants in west suburban Woodridge, is celebrating 39 years in business.
Clara's, one of the Chicago area's oldest restaurants in west suburban Woodridge, is celebrating 39 years in business.
West Town's Brasero offers special Easter brunch meal
If you're celebrating Easter this year, a West Town restaurant will be serving up a special brunch meal.
If you're celebrating Easter this year, a West Town restaurant will be serving up a special brunch meal.
Chicago nonprofit helps educate kids in culinary arts
For years, a Chicago-based nonprofit has helped underserved high school students through culinary education.
For years, a Chicago-based nonprofit has helped underserved high school students through culinary education.
Golden years, golden arches: Chicago-area woman, 95, surprised at beloved McDonald’s birthday tradition
A 95-year-old woman walked into her regular McDonald’s expecting lunch and found a room full of people waiting on her, including staff who made her a cake and planned a full surprise.
A 95-year-old woman walked into her regular McDonald’s expecting lunch and found a room full of people waiting on her, including staff who made her a cake and planned a full surprise.
Chicago-area woman, 95, surprised at beloved McDonald’s birthday tradition
A 95-year-old woman walked into her regular McDonald’s expecting lunch and found a room full of people waiting on her, including staff who made her a cake and planned a full surprise.
A 95-year-old woman walked into her regular McDonald’s expecting lunch and found a room full of people waiting on her, including staff who made her a cake and planned a full surprise.
Nestlé says 12 tons of KitKat bars stolen during transit across Europe
Nestlé says about 12 tons of KitKat bars—roughly 413,000 individual candies—were stolen during transit from its production facility in Italy to Poland.
Nestlé says about 12 tons of KitKat bars—roughly 413,000 individual candies—were stolen during transit from its production facility in Italy to Poland.
Enjoying Beef Bourguignon at La Grande Boucherie
A River North steakhouse is launching a new initiative and they give us a taste.
A River North steakhouse is launching a new initiative and they give us a taste.
Chicago-area initiative helps families prepare affordable, nutritious meals
A new initiative is helping families prepare meals that are both affordable and nutritious.
A new initiative is helping families prepare meals that are both affordable and nutritious.
President Trump orders DHS to pay TSA workers during shutdown
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) workers will soon be getting paid.
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) workers will soon be getting paid.
Most popular Easter candy in your state this year revealed
The Easter Bunny’s annual visit is just days away, so what will likely be in your Easter basket this year? Depends on where you live – and whom you ask. Here's a look at the top Easter candy by state in 2026.
The Easter Bunny’s annual visit is just days away, so what will likely be in your Easter basket this year? Depends on where you live – and whom you ask. Here's a look at the top Easter candy by state in 2026.
Five Guys CEO rewards workers with $1.5M after anniversary deal chaos: 'We really screwed it up'
Five Guys is rewarding employees after an unexpectedly overwhelming promotion put heavy pressure on store crews.
Five Guys is rewarding employees after an unexpectedly overwhelming promotion put heavy pressure on store crews.
Should you drive or fly for your next trip | ChicagoNOW
Airport lines are expected to dwindle now that the senate has agreed to end the shut down for most of DHS, but it still might take some time to get to that point especially with spring break travel. Clint Henderson, Travel Expert at The Points Guy, joins to weigh in on if people should drive or fly to their next destination.
Airport lines are expected to dwindle now that the senate has agreed to end the shut down for most of DHS, but it still might take some time to get to that point especially with spring break travel. Clint Henderson, Travel Expert at The Points Guy, joins to weigh in on if people should drive or fly to their next destination.
Gas prices rise, stocks slip as experts weigh EV deals and summer travel costs
Finance professor Dan Roccato explains what to expect for gas prices and airfare this summer, whether now is the time to buy an EV, and smart ways to save on fuel and travel.
Finance professor Dan Roccato explains what to expect for gas prices and airfare this summer, whether now is the time to buy an EV, and smart ways to save on fuel and travel.
New SNAP purchase restrictions take effect April 1
A grace period ends next week. Starting April 1, shoppers won't be able to use SNAP to buy sugary snacks in Indiana. The law's been on the books since January.
A grace period ends next week. Starting April 1, shoppers won't be able to use SNAP to buy sugary snacks in Indiana. The law's been on the books since January.