Jim Richards doesn’t look like a mad scientist and his plant-based milk made from macadamia nuts tastes delicious. Yet his carefully crafted product is one of many in the grocery store that can fall under the dubious heading of “ultraprocessed.” Richards calls it “Milkadamia,” and his Rolling Meadows-based company makes the drink by grinding nuts […]
Day: January 27, 2025
Today in Chicago History: Ryne Sandberg is traded to Cubs — and Bulls get a franchise
Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Jan. 27, according to the Tribune’s archives.
Today in History: President Donald Trump bars all refugees from entering the US for 4 months
On Jan. 27, 2017, President Donald Trump barred all refugees from entering the United States for four months, declaring the ban necessary to prevent “radical Islamic terrorists” from entering the country.
Asking Eric: Couple can’t get away from friends’ antisocial daughter
Dear Eric: My husband and I have a close relationship with another couple. Their daughter, two years out of college and gainfully employed, lives with them. When we are invited to have dinner or drinks at this couple’s house, the daughter often joins.
Coming up in Evanston in 2025: Elections, density, District 65 cuts, transit, City Hall
In 2025, Evanston will see elections for mayor and City Council and school board races. Evanston/Skokie School District 65 will address budget cuts. City Hall may move and a transit crisis looms.
Chicago Blackhawks rally with 2 goals in the third, but they fall short in a 4-2 loss to the Minnesota Wild
The Chicago Blackhawks made for a lively third period while trying to catch the Minnesota Wild, but the finish was all-too-familiar in this series: another Hawks loss.
Kansas City Chiefs get more Patrick Mahomes magic and advance to 3rd straight Super Bowl, beating the Buffalo Bills 32-29
Patrick Mahomes accounted for three touchdowns as the Kansas City Chiefs beat the Buffalo Bills 32-29 on Sunday night and reach the Super Bowl for the third consecutive season.
‘A moment in nature’: Why coyotes may be more visible this time of year
They are always among us but coyotes may be more visible in coming months as they leave home and search for mates.
Experiencing I-PASS sticker shock? Here are some answers
A recent tollway sticker Q and A begat more questions. Here’s info on how they work and correct placement.
Jewell Loyd headed to Las Vegas and Kelsey Plum to Los Angeles in blockbuster 3-way deal: AP source
Jewell Loyd is headed to the Las Vegas Aces as part of a three-way trade that will send Kelsey Plum to the Los Angeles Sparks, according to a person familiar with the deal.