Cameras catch Antioch man wanted for questioning in 2 deaths
The Antioch Police Department has just released surveillance photos of Billy E. Varner, wanted for questioning in the suspicious deaths of two women Monday in an apartment in the... 16 hours ago | WGN |  
For a healthier skin, eating right is the key
We've heard of problem skin being treated with everything from salicylic acid to antibiotics. But yogurt and blueberries, flaxseed and salmon? October 23, 2013 | Chicago Tribune |  
Lower blood sugar may be good for the brain, study shows
People with elevated blood sugar levels are more likely to have memory problems than people with lower levels, a study of 141 people has shown. October 23, 2013 | Chicago Tribune |  
Site uses social media to track illness; app in works
Sickweather.com uses social media updates to follow outbreaks of the flu, allergies and other illnesses around the country. It scans Facebook and Twitter for posts about sickness... October 23, 2013 | Chicago Tribune |  
What side should you run on?
If sidewalks aren't available, face traffic, experts sayWalk facing traffic. Ride your bike with traffic. And yet, I often see people running that same coastal road with the... October 23, 2013 | Chicago Tribune |  
What works for frequent nighttime urination?
Drug companies can charge what they like; and dermatologist may know cause of lip-balm dependencyI have to get up three or four times a night to urinate. My doctor tells me that... October 23, 2013 | Chicago Tribune |  
Walk this way: Men slow down when sex is at stake
The strolling pace of men and women may give away some clues about our romantic partnerships and friendships, according to a study published Wednesday in the online journal PLOS... October 23, 2013 | Chicago Tribune |  
Inhalers containing CFCs to be phased out by the end of the year
Inhalers containing chlorofluorocarbons, or CFCs, will be phased out by the end of the year to comply with international treaties intended to protect the the ozone layer. October 23, 2013 | Chicago Tribune |  
Lawsuit filed in fatal crash involving garbage truck
The family of one of the victims in a fatal crash involving a garbage truck is suing the Village of Skokie. Three people were killed when their car was crushed by a garbage truck... 17 hours ago | WGN |  
Obama aide apologizes for botched launch of federal healthcare website
For the first time, someone in the Obama administration apologized for the problem-plagued Obamacare website. Marilyn Tavenner also said on Tuesday that the online troubles were... 17 hours ago | WGN |  
Girl beaten while walking home from school; Police seek suspects
A girl on her way home from school yesterday was beaten by a man who tried to abduct her in Orland Hills. The 12-year-old girl is a 7th grader at Prairie View Middle School in... 18 hours ago | WGN |  
Jesse Jackson Jr reports to prison in North Carolina
Disgraced ex-congressman Jesse Jackson Jr reported to federal prison in Butner North Carolina yesterday – and then again today. His attorney CK Hoffler escorted the former Chicago... 18 hours ago | WGN |  
Triple Dog Dare comes to the Indiana Welcome Center
For those wanting an official Red Ryder, carbine action, 200 shot range model air rifle for Christmas, this might come close. The city of Hammond Indiana unveiled a new statue... 19 hours ago | WGN |  
Silver Surfers: Program helps Granny Google
A program is helping older Chicago residents become more comfortable online on programs such as Skype and email. The Silver Surfers program, which is part of the Visiting Angels... 19 hours ago | WGN |  
Showers early on Halloween
The real trick for this Halloween is coming up with an accurate forecast.  A storm will pull out of the Rockies today into the plains accompanied by gusty winds, some heavy snow... 20 hours ago | WGN |