SNAP benefit changes creating ‘ripple effect’ for local grocery stores
Leaders at Living Fresh Market in Forest Park say recent SNAP benefit changes are creating growing fear and uncertainty for families already struggling with rising food costs.
Chicago Fire Department member dies during training exercise on North Side: LIVE PROCESSION
A Chicago Fire Department member died during a training exercise on the city's North Side, CFD said Thursday.
A look at the many Dutch Bros Coffee locations set to open in the...
Long lines of coffee hungry people on foot and in their cars queued up for the grand opening of the first Dutch Bros Coffee location in the Chicago area on Thursday. The popular West Coast drive-thru java chain opened at 1931 N. Mannheim Rd. in Melrose Park, drawing flocks of people to the area.
Chicago Mayor to give Pope Leo, the most famous White Sox fan in the...
The Chicago White Sox will face off against the Chicago Cubs in the Crosstown Classic series this weekend for a battle of supremacy in the Windy City. Ahead of the matchup between pennant hopefuls, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson revealed some interesting plans for when he meets wth Pope Leo XIV in Rome later this month.
Chicago woman fighting unemployment fraud accusations from IDES over COVID pandemic payments
A local woman fighting unemployment fraud accusations turned to the ABC7 I-Team about her lawsuit against the Illinois Department of Employment Security, who are demanding she pay back thousands she was given during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Man shot in the head, critically injured while getting out of truck in Pullman:...
A man is in critical condition after being shot in the head while getting out of his truck on the city's South Side on Thursday night, Chicago police said.
Attempted child abduction near little league field in Chicago
Now to that Chicago mother who says a terrifying moment involving her young son should serve as a warning for every parent. She says someone tried to lure her child into a vehicle near the East Side Little League Fields — and part of the encounter was caught on camera. Leslie Moreno is live tonight with the story--- an
Forest Park Emporium moves to new location
After 25 years in the middle of Madison Street, Forest Park Emporium antique store closed its doors for a few days at the end of April and, this month, started selling antiques two blocks east at 7215 Madison St. “I didn’t want to leave the market. I love Madison,” Marlene...
Superhero-themed tempura restaurant takes flight in a northwest suburb of Chicago
There is much joy in experiencing the crackle of a freshly fried shrimp tempura at a Japanese restaurant. But be honest: How often does this actually happen?. The window for optimal shrimp tempura enjoyment is measured in single-digit minutes. The longer it sits, the more its crispiness disappears and settles into sogg
Brew Bucket Coffee has Oak Lawn buzzing over bucket drinks
Coffee lovers in Oak Lawn now have a new spot to fuel their caffeine cravings, and it comes served in a bucket. Brew Bucket Coffee officially opened Friday, May 8, bringing specialty coffee drinks, colorful refreshers and homemade pastries to the heart of downtown Oak Lawn. Behind the counter are...

















