You can now fly nonstop from the US to Greenland for the 1st time in 20 years
For the first time in 20 years, travelers can now fly nonstop from the U.S. to Greenland.
US raises travel alert for popular tourist destination amid crime concerns
The U.S. State Department has issued a Level 2 travel advisory for a popular international tourist destination due to rising concerns about violent crime.
GM doubles down on American manufacturing with $4B investment
General Motors is investing $4 billion in its U.S. plants over the next two years to boost the manufacturing of gas and electric vehicles.
More people co-buy houses with family, friends to split costs
More people, especially millennials and Gen Zers, are pooling their money to buy houses to lower their costs.
Things to do in Chicago this weekend (June 13-15)
Looking for weekend plans? From the Taste of Randolph to Tequila and Tails at Brookfield Zoo, there's plenty to enjoy. Full list: bit.ly/45mOdEr
Mitsubishi recalls nearly 200,000 vehicles due to rearview camera issue
Nearly 200,000 Outlander SUVs have been affected by faulty software that could cause rearview camera failure.
Lone survivor of Air India crash reportedly recalls "loud noise" after takeoff
A Boeing 787 carrying over 200 passengers crashed in India’s northwestern city of Ahmedabad five minutes after taking off on Thursday. Nearly everyone was killed.
Ultimate guide to Chicago farmer's markets
Here’s your 2025 ultimate guide to farmers markets in Chicago.
Map: States with the best and worst tippers in 2025
On average, more than 55% of food budgets are spent on food eaten away from home, including full-service restaurants, fast food, bars, hotels and vending machines.
Plane from Chicago skids off Boston airport runway
A plane from Chicago rolled off of a runway while landing at Boston's Logan Airport on Thursday morning.
Father’s Day food deals, discounts
Food chains like Shake Shack, Applebee’s and IHOP are offering special Father’s Day deals, including free items and discounts on Sunday, June 15.
Fewer Americans want to visit Europe this summer, survey suggests
Only 33% of Americans plan to visit Europe this summer, a drop from 2024. Cost concerns and political unease appear to be driving the decline, as Chinese tourism surges in contrast.
Passengers stuck on 32-hour flight ended up back where they started: Reports
The flight made five stops to refuel, including a layover in Thessaloniki, Greece, where passengers had to allegedly pay for their own accommodations.
Chicago student gets $15K scholarship from Burger King Foundation
A local high school student was recently awarded the $15,000 King Award scholarship.
Which states spend the most—and least—on fast food: How to cut your own costs
Fast food is no longer the cheap convenience it once was, with prices rising 47% over the past decade—well above the rate of inflation.
By the numbers: Here are the changes proposed to the food stamp program
President Trump's "big, beautiful" spending bill would likely cut 3.2 million people from the SNAP food stamp program, the Congressional Budget Office estimated.
Things to do in Chicago this weekend — Taste of Randolph, Old Town Art Fair and more
From the Taste of Randolph, Tequila and Tails at Brookfield Zoo and more, here's a list of things to do in Chicago June 13-15.
Smallest things send Americans' stress soaring, survey says | ChicagoNOW
A new survey finds that even the smallest sounds or situations—like loud chewing or slow Wi-Fi—can spike stress levels. Here’s what’s causing our anxiety. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Nearly 25% of Americans are 'functionally unemployed,' study finds
A new study found that nearly a quarter of Americans are “functionally unemployed." Here’s what that means.
Indulge your senses at the Father's Day Whiskey & Cigar Fest at Dearly Beloved
Dearly Beloved in River North is hosting a Father's Day Whiskey & Cigar Fest this Sunday.