Despite frigid temps this week, El Niño year could mean mild, dry Chicago winter
The snow and lows in the teens Chicago experienced after Thanksgiving could be an anomaly in what’s shaping up as a strong El Niño winter.
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Buying a used car? Double-check safety recalls first
Federal law doesn’t require sellers to fix recalled vehicles before putting them up for sale.
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Listen — 13:14Got fall allergies this year? You’re not alone
Chicagoans have been reporting itchy eyes, runny noses and fatigue in high numbers. Experts say months of warm weather are to blame.
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Listen — 19:10How one Chicago artist is creating space for Indigenous queer, trans and two-spirit writers
For River Ian Kerstetter, collaboration and community are key.
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Listen — 15:16COVID, RSV on the rise in the Chicago area
COVID risk is still low in our area, but with cases up, what can we expect during the winter months?
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Listen — 13:06What Chicago footwork can teach us about public housing
ShaDawn “Boobie” Battle was named the latest “Artist as Instigator” at the National Public Housing Museum.
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Listen — 20:40Expect packed airports and plenty of traffic on Thanksgiving travel days
Airlines are expecting the Thanksgiving weekend will be one of busiest periods for travel in decades.
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Listen — 16:28How to avoid feeling isolated and make meaningful connections on Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is all about food, but at some tables it ends up being about family feuds. A mediator shares tips on how to handle the holiday.
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Listen — 14:30Netflix’s ‘High on the Hog’ features new episode on Chicago food history
The docuseries explores Black foodways and the contributions of Black culture to the American palate and kitchen.
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Listen — 17:12Departing Chicago Tribune food critic reflects on local culinary scene
Nick Kindelsperger provides takeaways from his seven years covering food for the Chicago Tribune and reflects on how food connects us.
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