From The We Never Thought We'd See This Happen Desk, the Sun-Times reports that two Chicago police officers were towed last week for parking illegally. The department later sent a memo to officers warning them about parking in handicapped spots or in front of hydrants. more ›

Ok, this is getting out of hand! Companies have been adding their name to any and everything associated with sports for more than a decade now. And just when you think there’s nothing left to name other than the players themselves, yet another “naming right” is sold! more ›

In a move less anger-invoking than the whole Field’s-Macy’s thing, last week 7-Eleven announced its purchase of Lombard-based White Hen Pantry. more ›

David Schwimmer just won a $400,000 defamation lawsuit, proving he doesn't demand 2 Rolex watches to attend his own charity events after all.. An older suburban couple with a lawn cluttered with ornaments had some of them stolen. A ransom note was discovered. It told the couple to leave $25k in fake money and some Boone's Farm wine "at the White Hen behind the Twist-N-Shake (ice cream parlor)." Hey Cubs fans, "Let's hug it... more ›

Children can be such a pain what with the constant attention and responsibility they demand. We know, it’s a lot to handle. But the fact is, they just can’t function on their own. They need someone to be a figure of authority, be it a parent, grandparent, nanny or Scientology minder. This is a simple concept, but one some local guardians seem to have forgotten. more ›

The business sections of today's dog trainers have some short but sweet tidbits related to Hamburger U: - A large order of McDonald's french fries contain one-third more trans fat (that's the tasty goodness that clogs your arteries) than what is actually listed on McDonald's brochures and website. How did the folks at the Golden Arches find out? By testing their own fries. - Spurred by sales of premium chicken sandwiches and gift cards redemptions,... more ›

People were probably scratching their heads Friday morning at the Illinois lottery's latest winner and his nonchalant response to his new fortune. Paul Douglas of Chicago bought the $20 million winning ticket at the Streeterville White Hen Pantry at Ohio and McClurg. more ›

Do this right now! Go get that IL Lottery ticket you bought. Now check. Are your numbers 11-18-29-40-49-50 ? They're not? Dang, you didn't win the $20 million. more ›