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Wintry Forecast Puts Quest for Snow-Free Record in Jeopardy

The National Weather Service is forecasting a "burst of wet snow" on Tuesday and a chance of light snow on Wednesday, which could bring Chicago's snow-free streak to an end.

Flight Cancellations Continue Due to Bad Weather, Sick Crews

Flight cancellations that disrupted holiday travel stretched into Monday, with major U.S. airlines each canceling dozens of flights.

‘Delta and Omicron Are Coming to Your Party’: Officials Plead With Illinoisans To Get Vaccinated, Mask Up

With cases of COVID-19 skyrocketing and hospitalizations surging in Illinois, officials are pleading with unvaccinated residents to change their minds about receiving shots.

While Plagued by Sound Problems, Dance Became the Most Audible Element in Music Theater Works’ ‘Billy Elliot’

From almost the very first note it was apparent that something was very wrong with the sound system and miking, and much of the dialogue and singing, all along the way, was either inaudible or garbled. In fact, the only clear sound came from the orchestra, seated in the pit and led by Michael McBride.

New Year’s Eve Fireworks Will Be Chicago’s Largest Ever. Is That a Good Idea?

Chicago will ring in 2022 with a 1.5-mile-long fireworks display on New Year’s Eve, the largest in the city’s history, officials announced.

3 Killed, 19 Shot Over Christmas Weekend in Chicago: Police

According to the Chicago Police Department, there were 16 shootings across the city between 6 p.m. Friday and 11:59 p.m. Sunday.

Hundreds More Flights Canceled Because of Staff Shortages

More than 700 flights entering, leaving or flying within the U.S. were called off, according to the flight-tracking website FlightAware. That figure was down from nearly 1,000 on Saturday. More than 50 flights were already canceled for Monday.

EXPLAINER: New Easy-to-Use COVID-19 Pills Come With a Catch

U.S. regulators authorized Pfizer’s pill, Paxlovid, and Merck’s molnupiravir last week. In high-risk patients, both were shown to reduce the chances of hospitalization or death from COVID-19, although Pfizer’s was much more effective.

Desmond Tutu, South Africa’s Nobel Peace Winner, Dies at 90

The buoyant, blunt-spoken clergyman used his pulpit as the first Black bishop of Johannesburg and later the Anglican Archbishop of Cape Town as well as frequent public demonstrations to galvanize public opinion against racial inequity, both at home and globally.

Federal Program Offers Cash to Cover COVID-19 Funeral Costs

As of Dec. 6, about 226,000 people had shared in the nearly $1.5 billion that FEMA has spent on COVID-19 related funeral costs. With the nation’s coronavirus death toll topping 800,000, it’s clear that many families who are eligible for reimbursement have yet to take advantage of the funeral benefit.

Here’s What You Can and Can’t Recycle When It Comes to Holiday Waste

Did you know wrapping paper isn’t recyclable in Chicago? Read on for more tips on how to deal with post-holiday waste.

No Money? No Problem. Here Are 4 Ways to Give Back Without Opening Your Wallet

It’s the season of giving! Even if you are low on funds, you can still make an impact. Here are four ways you can spread goodwill during the holidays without spending a dime.

2021 in Books: ‘Everything Feels Magnified’

Books and authors mattered in 2021, sometimes more than the industry wanted.

How Safe Is It to Attend Holiday Religious Services as the Omicron Variant Spreads? Experts Weigh in

For many places of worship, it’s business as usual. But some churches, synagogues, mosques and other houses of worship have been offering virtual or outdoor services, and will be doing so for holiday events. 

Holiday-Proof Your Fitness With These 10 Expert Tips

With the right mindset, you can enjoy the season without sabotaging your well-being.