Inflation digging Americans into deeper debt

Rising inflation is causing more Americans to dig themselves into a financial hole, giving them a financial headache. Household debt now tops $16 trillion in the second quarter, according to a report.

Brookfield Zoo offering free tickets to kids August 1-3

The zoo has welcomed several new animals this year, including an addax (African antelope) calf born on July 2; a South American tapir calf born on May 22; Banana, a 3-year-old pygmy hippo; and Fisher, a 6-month-old gray seal.

Complete list of Chicago Park District swimming pools opening Tuesday

The weather has been hot in Chicago for weeks, but the Park District has not been able to hire enough lifeguards to open pools in the neighborhoods. Last week, they said with only 55% of the "targeted number of qualified seasonal lifeguards" the Park District will be able to open less than half of the outdoor pools.