“Mocha Mousse” is the Pantone Color of the Year! Here are some tips on how to add it to your garden.

How the justi-vacation can lead you down a rough financial road, the demise of the physical book store has been thrown a curve by the social media community BookTok and carrying on a Chicago family pizza tradition.

The Illinois Department of Public Health reported a rise in flu, RSV & COVID-19 hospitalizations over the holiday break. WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits with Dr. Whitney Lyn & Dr. Sharon Welbel on the cold weather causing a surge in raspatory illnesses and more.

A check of the local housing market, IPO experts predict more restaurant companies will go public this year and NFL playoff calls spark tech debates while the MLB tests robotic umpires.

Advocate Health Care is planning to close all 47 of its Illinois Walgreens clinics - effective February 6th and changes in Social Security are raising questions about eligibility - benefits - and the long-term impact on recipients.

Data show mentorship drives success with both sides of the equation benefiting from the process a trip to Europe can be exciting - but cultural differences often catch American tourists off guard and how reciprocal memberships can save money while on vacation.

A look at what's driving markets sharply lower, what you should be doing as the IRS opens its doors for the tax season and best practices when lending money to members of the family.

Some tips on how to spice up your garden with some winter bark!

The 18th annual Chicago Restaurant Week is underway, President Trump has threatened to place 25 percent tariffs on products made in Mexico and Canada & as more companies order workers back to the office - some employees are choosing to simply call it quits.

A discussion on "deed theft" and how to stop it, a virtual reality firefighter training immerses its users in emergency scenarios, & the latest data shows the fitness industry is in a growth spurt.

Young people are increasingly eager to learn about investing, a discussion on side hustles with a jobs expert and pondering the future of the Macy's store in Chicago's Loop.

The Bears' future looks a little brighter as they finalize a deal with their new head coach, a way to help prevent getting out over your skis on your next big trip to the mountains and top travel destination dupes for the New Year.

How January has become known as divorce month, TikTok returns after a brief hiatus and why you shouldn't neglect a favorite restaurant or delay trying a new one.

Some tips on how to keep dust off of your plants at home!

The Supreme Court has upheld a law requiring Chinese company ByteDance to sell TikTok by Sunday or face a ban in the US, The Chicago Dogs baseball team may be in their off-season - but it's anything but quiet in their offices at this time of year and checking back in with the man who took over a beloved toy store in 2016 -preserving its tradition a…

Tips on being prepared for home buying season, one of New York's most popular pizza restaurants is opening a location in Chicago and content creators look at the possibility of a future without TikTok.

Latest on today's key inflation data, TikTok users find an alternative ahead of the platform's potential shutdown in the US and putting together a financial plan to make sure your parents are taken care of.

Latest on today's headline inflation data, finding a short but sweet getaway for Valentine's Day and planning your next trip around a public event or sports activity.

A look at the busy week ahead on Wall Street, putting together a financial go bag in case of an emergency and a visit with our Monday afternoon Stock Picker.

Some tips on why you should get a jump on ordering your seeds early!

Latest on today's key government jobs report, Chuck E. Cheese looks to make a triumphant return and growing a business in the ultra-competitive chicken sandwich space.

Wildfires continue to rage around Los Angeles, research should be getting underway immediately as you look for the best summer camp for your kid and a look at airfares as we move into a new year.

The Bears are at a crossroads searching for a new head coach - while also repeating their desire to build a stadium along the lakefront, why you should check a college's financial health before enrolling and a look at the wide spread damage caused by wildfires in California.

How to deal with medical debt, a look at the leading travel trends for the new year and the Bears say they remain committed to a downtown Chicago stadium.

CES kicks off this week in Las Vegas, a preview of the Chicago Boat Show and streaming service Fubo is partnering with Disney to create a rival to YouTube TV.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore shares part of a panel discussion, hosted by the Partnership for Safe & Peaceful Communities, featuring Cody Williams of the Community Violence Intervention Field & former Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah. While there may not be one solution to solving gun violence, the panel discuss some ways to help resolve i…

Some tips on why starting a garden journal can help you take note of the changes throughout the year!

As many people feel the post-holiday financial crunch - they may want to consider a no-spend challenge for the month of January, we check back in with the entrepreneur behind Solano USA and asking for a raise in the New Year.

The Dry January trend is on the rise, a look at the so-called Dogs of the Dow investment strategy and launching a job search in the New Year.

Setting a financial New Year's resolution, using a credit card to help fund your 2025 vacation and tips from an emergency room doctor on how to avoid the E-R ton New Year's Eve.

Fireworks retailers across the Midwest are gearing up for the New Year's Eve rush, pop the perfect bottle of bubbly this New Year's Eve and a visit with our Monday afternoon Stock Picker.

Some tips on how to properly reuse amaryllis in your garden!

Make 2025 the year of a big family goal, a look at what the Bears need in their next head coach and a former gang member who changed her life through the culinary business - NOW mentors at-risk youth.

Managing holiday returns, Netflix nails its NFL Christmas Day broadcast and think twice before speaking to AI chatbots.

It's Christmas Eve - and last-minute shoppers may turn to Buy Now Pay Later options, plan a memorable multi-generational family trip while together for the holidays and Wondering where Santa is? track his journey with NORAD’s beloved Christmas Eve tradition.

A record number of Americans are traveling this holiday season, great boozy gift options and a visit with our Monday afternoon Stock Picker.

This week's guest is Alisa Kaplan, the Executive Director for "Reform for Illinois", a nonpartisan research and advocacy organization. Looking back on 2024, there are many historical and pivotal moments in politics, which is discussed with Alisa in this episode. Across major Chicago political events, and nationwide events, there is much to be refle…

Jacob Burns discusses the care and differences for the various holiday named cacti.

Congress scrambles to avoid a government shutdown, college football makes a big bet on expanding its playoffs and unlock your innovation potential in 2025.

More changes are coming to Chicago's Magnificent Mile, Drones dominate Christmas wish lists this year and noting some of the big flops in the tech space this year.

Be ready for any occasion by starting a gift closet, riding the rails to your next destination and colleges across the US now offer social media influencer courses.

Drone sightings on the East Coast are triggering security concerns, Chicago City Council expected to vote on 2025 budget after property tax hike nixed and exploring new paths to home-ownership.

Some tips on why berries can add some beauty to your garden!

Advice on holiday tipping etiquette, Fast-food giant Subway is getting wild - testing Doritos Footlong Nachos and tracking the impressive growth of a Chicago optical chain.

A look at how Gen-Z is driving the comeback of malls, the changing media landscape has significantly impacted how kids consume news and using Virtual Reality to train surgeons.

Maximizing your Christmas bonus, Chicago Restaurant Week returns in January and as life expectancy increases - ensuring your money lasts is critical to a successful retirement.

Murder of CEO highlights social media's role in justice and backlash, Google's new quantum chip promises groundbreaking innovation and shares of Walgreens jump on a report that the company is in talks to sell itself to private equity firm.

A look at the busy week ahead on Wall Street, the New York Mets sign Juan Soto for a record-breaking 765 million dollars and Chicago's Mondelez International eyes a take over of chocolate giant Hershey.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore takes a tour of the Greater Chicago Food Depository with its Chief Operating Officer Jill Rahman to discuss the facility, the rising hunger numbers and more!