Winter is here, and that means cold temperatures are, too. Though your gut may be to run to the thermostat, there are better ways to heat y...
Saturday, November 30, 2024
Michigan upsets No. 2 Ohio State 13-10 for Wolverines' 4th straight win in the bitter rivalry
Dominic Zvada kicked a 21-yard field goal with 45 seconds left and Michigan stunned No. 2 Ohio State 13-10 on Saturday, likely ending t...
Chicago man charged in killing of Oak Park police detective
A 37-year-old Chicago man has been charged with first-degree murder in the killing of Oak Park police detective Allan Reddins, who was fatal...
Southwest Airlines to end cabin service earlier to reduce injury risk
Southwest Airlines says it is ending its cabin service earlier on its flights starting next month. Beginning on Dec. 4, a company spokesper...
Friday, November 29, 2024
Thursday, November 28, 2024
Bears' injuries: Updates on Keenan Allen, Darnell Wright
The Chicago Bears came into their Thanksgiving game against the Detroit Lions relatively healthy, but are dealing with injury issues on Thur...
How to watch Dolphins vs. Packers in Thanksgiving matchup
While families across the country are gathering around the fire after enjoying Thanksgiving dinner , the Miami Dolphins and Green Bay Packe...
Kohl's Black Friday hours ahead of busy shopping day
Shoppers will have plenty of options this Black Friday, with Kohl’s pulling out all the stops to draw customers into their stores. The comp...
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Why is it called Black Friday? What to know about the holiday shopping event
Holiday shopping will soon kick into high gear as Black Friday arrives, marking the official shift to the post-Thanksgiving retail rush. Bu...
When was the first Thanksgiving and when did it become a holiday? What to know
As many prepare to gather around the table for annual Thanksgiving feasts and celebrations, some might wonder when the tradition started and...
Child dies, another critically injured after wrong-way driver causes head-on crash
A child has died and another is in critical condition after a wrong-way driver caused a head-on collision in suburban Lake County. Accordin...
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
Target just posted a mysterious ‘pink' message to Instagram. Here's what we know
Something pink is coming to Target this holiday season…but what exactly that is remains to be seen. Tuesday, the Minnesota-based retailer p...
Westfield Old Orchard Mall announces holiday event series with tree lighting, fireworks and more
A slew of holiday events are coming to a popular Chicago-area mall, starting with a Christmas tree lighting and an appearance by Santa Clau...
Monday, November 25, 2024
Jack Smith files to drop Jan. 6 charges against Donald Trump
Special counsel Jack Smith has filed a motion to drop all four felony charges against President-elect Donald Trump in connection with his ef...
Sunday, November 24, 2024
‘Wicked' soars with $114 million domestic opening, ‘Gladiator' snares $55.5 million
Universal’s “Wicked” is expected to snare $114 million during its domestic opening, the highest debut of a Broadway adaptation in cinematic...
What is the minimum wage in Illinois? What to know as the rate increases
Workers in Illinois will see the state’s minimum wage increase beginning next year, the final scheduled increase after six years. When the ...
Saturday, November 23, 2024
Trump taps Rollins as agriculture chief, completing proposed slate of Cabinet secretaries
President-elect Donald Trump said Saturday that he will nominate former White House aide Brooke Rollins to be his agriculture secretary, th...
When do the Bears play next? How to watch their Week 12 game vs. the Vikings
The Chicago Bears are coming off a heartbreaking defeat at the hands of the Green Bay Packers in what was the first of three consecutive div...
Friday, November 22, 2024
Canadian Pacific 2024 Holiday Train will make 4 stops in Illinois. Here's when and where
All aboard: Canadian Pacific’s famous Holiday Train for 2024 starts its tour across the U.S. Friday, with several stops in Illinois and Midw...
Matt Gaetz says he doesn't plan to rejoin Congress after withdrawing name for attorney general
Former Rep. Matt Gaetz , R-Fla., said Friday that he doesn’t plan to rejoin Congress after he withdrew his name from consideration to be Pre...
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Does Chicago have a Christmas Parade for 2024? What to know about the famous Mag Mile Lights Festival
A magical Chicago Christmas parade will return to the city’s iconic Michigan Avenue this week: The 33rd annual Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lig...
Matt Gaetz withdraws his bid for attorney general amid sexual misconduct allegations
A woman told police she was sexually assaulted by a man she identified as Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s choice for defense se...