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It’s that time of the year when it’s hard to avoid mosquitoes, ticks and other pests. While very tiny, these bugs can leave more than an itchy bump. Mosquitoes can spread diseases like the West Nile virus, and ticks can transmit Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain Spotted fever. So, to best stay protected and keep the pests away, you......

The unofficial kickoff to summer, Memorial Day, is often a time for swimming, barbecues, boating and really just enjoying time outdoors.

The premiere date of the third season the critically acclaimed Chicago-based show “The Bear” is just over a month away, and fans of the hit FX show may now have a better idea of what to look forward to now.

Immigrated from China to Chicago, one woman who didn’t want to be identified told NBC Chicago she was fighting a secret battle.

The famed “Home Alone” house – one of the most iconic movie homes and a popular Christmastime attraction in Chicago’s North Shore – has hit the market.

A moving display in one suburban community is making sure fallen service members from Illinois are not forgotten this holiday weekend.

Mayor Brandon Johnson and numerous other public safety and city leaders revealed their public safety plan for the summer Friday ahead of a holiday weekend typically plagued by violence.

A suburban outlet mall has announced a new store — and it’s the first of its kind in the Midwest.

Gel manicures have risen in popularity because they dry fast and last long. However, concerns have surfaced regarding the UV light used to cure the polish, prompting some nail salons to offer UV protection. “A lot of customers really worry about their skin and getting wrinkles, so we offer the collagen glove for that,” said Zenni Pham, owner of New...

Have you ever seen what happens once a cicada emerges from the ground?

If you have a young child in your life, chances are you’ve heard of the children’s show “Bluey,” a hit cartoon based on a Blue Heeler puppy, her sister Bingo and their parents. Now, Chicago-area kids and families have the opportunity to visit the Heeler’s home – without having to travel far from their own. An imm...

A stormy morning brought much uncertainty to residents, travelers and even forecasters Friday as Memorial Day weekend got off to a difficult start — and that’s only the beginning.

Chicago-area residents have long been able to see animals of all kinds from across the world at the 90-year-old Brookfield Zoo, but new history will soon be made at the suburban landmark.

A potentially stormy start to Memorial Day weekend led to severe weather alerts across the Chicago area and sparked travel concerns for many this holiday weekend.