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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.

With much of the Chicago area already under a severe weather alert as an intensifying line of storms races toward northern Illinois, what can you expect and when as Memorial Day weekend begins?

A severe thunderstorm watch was issued for much of the Chicago area Friday just as Memorial Day weekend was about to begin.

If you’re planning to hit the roads or the skies this Memorial Day weekend, you’re not alone. But if you’d like to avoid some of the crowds, there are some things you should.

With the second NASCAR Chicago Street Race just over one month away, fans can get a look into racing thanks to the NASCAR Street Race Experience, opening Friday at the Chicago History Museum.

Oak Park is home to one of the Food Guy’s favorite bakeries, now in a much larger space from where it started, allowing the owners to expand their menu.

A 41-year-old man has been charged in the fatal stabbing of a co-worker at City Winery in Chicago’s West Loop early Wednesday evening, officials announced.

Though the Chicago area could be in for a washout or two this upcoming holiday weekend, the unofficial start of summer means beaches across the city of Chicago will open for the season, starting on Friday.