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Westfield Costco plan raises concerns about traffic congestion
A Costco Warehouse proposed in Westfield would create about 200 jobs, developers said. The company seeks to change zoning to allow for a Costco and gas station to be built on about 23 acres at the northwest corner of 191st Street and East Street. At about 167,000 square feet, the store would be about 15,000-20,000 square feet larger than older Costco stores. About 900 parking spaces would be included. The gas station would feature a total of 16 pumps over four rows.
Odd Bunch brings discounted produce from local farmers to Midwest
An online grocery delivery service created to reduce food waste and help shoppers cut their produce costs is gearing up its U.S. operations, based out of Indiana. Odd Bunch, which started in Canada in 2017, sells fruit and vegetables rejected by large grocery store chains for cosmetic reasons, wrong size, odd shape, or simple oversupply.
Buc-ee's delays Greenwood proposal over traffic study
Buc-ee's delays Greenwood proposal over traffic study Cheryl V. Jackson, Indianapolis Star Updated Thu, September 10, 2026 at 4:15 PM EDT Indiana's first Buc-ee's is still awaiting approval after the travel center chain postponed presenting its proposal to the Greenwood city council this week.
Girl Scout cookie season is going to the dogs. Literally Original
The upcoming Girl Scout cookie season will have treats for pooches. Girl Scouts of the USA has added a cookie made for dogs to the 2027 lineup. The Patch Pals, described as “soft, chewy blueberry muffin-inspired treats,” are the organization’s first cookies for dogs. Developed in partnership with dog products company BARK, the treats are shaped like Girl Scout patches. The doggie goodie is one of two new additions to the fundraising lineup for 2027.
Mo' Bettahs lastest chain to bring Hawaiian plate lunches to Indiana
UPDATE: Mo’ Bettahs updated the date of the grand opening for its shop in Zionsville to Sept. 14. A pre-opening celebration with complimentary mini plates and drinks will take place on Sept. 11 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place on Sept. 12 at 4:30 p.m., followed by a 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. block party-style dinner with samples, a photo booth, a caricature artist and the chance to win free Mo’ Bettahs for a year.
Robots are being spotted in the Fry's aisles. Here's what they do
Kroger is using the autonomous robot Tally to keep shelves stocked and detect pricing errors at 227 W. Michigan and other Indiana locations. (Cheryl V. Jackson / IndyStar) Cheryl V. Jackson / IndyStar USA TODAY Network, Reuters Fry's shoppers may have noticed a new robot is roaming the aisles during their last grocery shopping trip. A Reddit thread posted on Aug. 10 in r/phoenix shows a video of a red-and-white robot with the Fry's logo.
Food influencer Keith Lee is in Gary today for storm relief event
Food influencer Keith Lee is in Gary today for storm relief event Cheryl V.
Kroger, Fred Meyer chicken recalled over allergens
Cheryl V. Jackson, Indianapolis Star Fri, June 26, 2026 at 1:59 PM UTC Kroger, Fred Meyer chicken recalled over allergens Public health officials are warning folks to look out for raw chicken sold at Kroger and Fred Meyer stores, including shops in Indiana. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) issued a public health alert for raw boneless chicken breast products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens.
What is headcheese? Listeria alert issued for Illinois deli meats Original
Some deli products sold in Illinois and Indiana may be contaminated with Listeria, the bacteria that causes listeriosis, according to a health alert from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). The alert, issued May 9, warns that the deli meat produced by Chicago-based Crawford Sausage Co. Inc., could be contaminated with the bacteria Listeria monocytogenes.
'Buffy' actor Nicholas Brendon's cause of death in Indiana revealed
Actor Nicholas Brendon, who appeared in cult favorite “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” television series, died of a heart condition, the Putnam County coroner has ruled.Brendon, 54, was found dead on a couch at his Greencastle, Indiana, home on March 20.The cause of death was likely a blocked coronary artery, according to a report from Coroner Todd Zeiner.
Indiana at risk for severe weather Monday night
Cheryl V. Jackson, Jade Jackson and Ryan Murphy, Indianapolis Star Storms are moving across Indiana and bringing the potential for heavy rain, high winds and possible tornadoes on April 27, 2026. The National Weather Service in Indianapolis forecast predicts severe thunderstorms are possible going into the night. Damaging straight-line winds reaching 60 mph are the main concern, with isolated tornadoes, hail and flooding also possible, according to a hazardous weather outlook posted online .
Kentucky's Jared Shoemaker on 'The Voice.' Did he make the finale?
Cheryl V. Jackson, Indianapolis Star Tue, April 14, 2026 at 2:56 PM UTC Jared Shoemaker, the Navy veteran from Kentucky, pulled from southern rock in his performance on the April 13 Semi-Finals of “The Voice: Battle of Champions.” The Richmond man was among nine singers to show their stuff in a bid to be one of the final four finalists for season 29 of the NBC competition series.
Kentucky's Jared Shoemaker on 'The Voice.' Did he make the finale?
Cheryl V. Jackson, Indianapolis Star Jared Shoemaker , the Navy veteran from Kentucky, pulled from southern rock in his performance on the April 13 Semi-Finals of “ The Voice: Battle of Champions .” The Richmond man was among nine singers to show their stuff in a bid to be one of the final four finalists for season 29 of the NBC competition series.
How much does Illinois love Easter candy? See most popular sweet treat Original
Illinois residents are among some of the biggest Easter candy lovers in the country, according to a report from Innerbody Research, a health products research and review company. The company published a report based on Google Trends search data across all 50 states and D.C., focused on the month leading up to Easter, and found which sweet treats are the biggest hit nationwide. Peeps was the most searched Easter candy in the country, with it being No. 1 for 17 – nearly a third – of the states.
Aldi retro clothing line is almost here. See when it's in stores
Aldi is celebrating 50 years in the U.S. and has a clothing collection to help the fandom dress for the occasion. The discount supermarket chain will release a limited-time gear collection that “nods to the brand’s heritage,” the company said in a news release. Expanding from Germany, the first U.S. Aldi opened in April 1976 in Iowa City, Iowa, in a converted Giant Food store. The retro-inspired collection includes crewnecks, pants, sneakers and keychain quarter holders.
Chinese food at Kroger, Trader Joe's in Illinois recalled for glass
Hannah Hudnall and Cheryl V. Jackson, Peoria Journal Star Ajinomoto Foods North America Inc. is recalling more than 37 million pounds of Chinese food across the country due to the products potentially being contaminated with glass. Some of the products were sold under the Kroger and Trader Joe's brands. The recall, announced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) on March 3, is an expansion of the Portland, Oregon-based food manufacturer's Feb.
Papa Johns closing hundreds of U.S. pizza shops in 2026. What to know
Pizza chain Papa Johns plans to close hundreds of low-performing stores in 2026. The move comes as the Louisville, Kentucky-based chain reported a slight increase in sales and a small decrease in revenue for 2025. Those store closures, along with potential openings of storefronts, are part of plans to "optimize" the company, it reported in its Feb. 26 quarterly earnings call. How many Papa Johns will close in 2026?
Best supermarkets 2026. See which Illinois chains were ranked highest
Skip to main content Show Caption Hide Caption Explore grocery prices with USA TODAY’s interactive tool Track grocery prices by city and item with USA TODAY’s interactive shopping cart. Trader Joe's is the most popular grocery chain among shoppers, according to new data from the American Consumer Satisfaction Index.
Best supermarkets 2026. See which Illinois chains were ranked highest
Feb. 24, 2026, 10:40 a.m. CT Trader Joe's is the most popular grocery chain among shoppers, according to new data from the American Consumer Satisfaction Index. The index rates grocery stores on various categories, including quality and freshness of meat and produce, speed of checkout process and the layout and cleanliness of stores, rating stores on a scale of zero to 100.
Best supermarkets 2026. See which Illinois chains were ranked highest
Feb. 24, 2026, 9:38 a.m. CT Trader Joe's is the most popular grocery chain among shoppers, according to new data from the American Consumer Satisfaction Index. The index rates grocery stores on various categories, including quality and freshness of meat and produce, speed of checkout process and the layout and cleanliness of stores, rating stores on a scale of zero to 100. Our team of savvy editors independently handpicks all recommendations.
It's the year of the fire dragon. What your Chinese zodiac sign says about you
Feb. 17, 2026Updated Feb. 18, 2026, 12:49 p.m. ET Millions across the world Tuesday will celebrate the Lunar New Year, which ushers in the Year of the Horse, the seventh animal in the Chinese zodiac. According to Chinese astrology, those born in the horse's 12-year cycle — 2026, 2014, 2002, 1990, etc. — are hard-working, confident, and do not enjoy being reigned in by others. Unsure of what year your Chinese zodiac belongs?
Is Twitter back? See how users responded to X outage on Jan. 16
Jan. 16, 2026, 10:34 a.m. CT When X went down Friday, Jan. 16, for thousands of users, some of them couldn't handle it. There were about 74,000 reports of problems with X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, at about 10 a.m. Friday, according to Downdetector, a platform for reporting and getting updates about website and service outages. Many shared frustrations with the site and pains of withdrawal.
Holiday gift card deals. How to save this Christmas in Michigan
Marina Johnson Cheryl V. Jackson Dan Basso USA TODAY NETWORK Dec. 18, 2025, 6:03 a.m. ET Several Louisville-area restaurants are offering bonus gift cards with purchases this holiday season. Most bonus cards are redeemable for a limited time in the first few months of the new year. Offers typically provide a $5 to $15 bonus for every $25 to $50 spent on gift cards. Shoppers should check the terms and conditions as bonus cards may have redemption restrictions.
Holiday gift card deals. How to save this Christmas in Michigan Original
Marina Johnson Cheryl V. Jackson Dan Basso USA TODAY NETWORK Dec. 18, 2025, 6:03 a.m. ET Several Louisville-area restaurants are offering bonus gift cards with purchases this holiday season. Most bonus cards are redeemable for a limited time in the first few months of the new year. Offers typically provide a $5 to $15 bonus for every $25 to $50 spent on gift cards. Shoppers should check the terms and conditions as bonus cards may have redemption restrictions.
Here's what it would cost to power Illinois house from 'Home Alone' in 2025
Dec. 18, 2025, 4:04 a.m. CT Have you ever wondered how expensive Kevin McCallister's escapades in the "Home Alone" franchise would cost today? Folks representing iSelect travel insurance site calculated the costs of not only his New York trip, but also the amount it would cost to power his family's entire Illinois home. Here's what they found. How much would it cost today to power 'Home Alone' house?
Applebee's, Cheesecake Factory, more to offer holiday gift card deals Original
Dec. 15, 2025, 4:03 a.m. CT Restaurant gift cards can not only be a great holiday gift for the foodies in your life, but can also stretch the value of your present with add-on bonuses. This season, numerous chains are offering special gift card deals, with one even giving you the chance to win $25,000.
Rose Bowl flights added at Indianapolis airport. See the airlines Original
Dec. 11, 2025, 12:03 p.m. ET Want to be there in person to watch the Indiana Hoosiers play in the 2026 Rose Bowl? Three airlines are adding nonstop flights from Indianapolis to Los Angeles International Airport to accommodate Indiana University football fans for the New Year’s Day game. Which airlines are adding flights from Indy to Los Angeles? Delta will offer an additional nonstop flight from Indy to LAX on Dec. 30.
On Veterans Day, some restaurants honor the fallen with empty tables
NOTE: This was first published on Nov. 11, 2024. We are reposting it as part of our Veterans Day coverage. Look around area restaurants today and you’ll see what seems to be plenty of unfilled seats. Though these chairs might seem empty, they actually are filled with respect for those who have served the United States. Many restaurants have set up a Fallen Solider Table, or Missing Man Table, for Veterans Day to honor military service men and women who have died on duty.
Veterans Day 2025 free meals, deals, freebies near me? Free food Nov. 11 with military discounts
Show Caption Hide Caption How did Veterans Day originate? What originated as Armistice Day in England, is now our Veterans Day On Veterans Day, many restaurants and businesses offer free meals and deals to active-duty military and veterans. Offers typically require proof of service, such as a military ID, and are often for dine-in only. Participating restaurants include Applebee's, Buffalo Wild Wings, Texas Roadhouse, and many others across the nation.
'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' back on ABC tonight. Not all Indiana affiliates will air it
Jimmy Kimmel returns to late-night TV on Sept. 23, a week after Disney suspended his ABC show “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” in the wake of comments he made after the fatal shooting of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk. ABC parent Disney announced the return of the show on Sept. 22. “Last Wednesday, we made the decision to suspend production on the show to avoid further inflaming a tense situation at an emotional moment for our country,” Disney said in a Monday, Sept. 22, statement to USA TODAY.
Does your energy drink contain booze? Mislabeled Celsius cans included in recall
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Celsius energy drinkers might want to check their cans before consuming. Some cans mislabeled as Celsius Astro Vibe Sparkling Blue Razz Edition, a non-alcoholic energy drink, actually contain vodka and were included in High Noon’s Beach Variety 12-packs. High Noon said it initiated a recall of the variety packs after it discovered that a shared packaging supplier mistakenly shipped empty Celsius cans to High Noon. The announcement was posted on the US Food and Drug Administration's website.
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Lafayette Hooters one of more than 30 restaurants closed
Hooters closed over 30 company-owned restaurants across multiple states on June 4, 2025. The closures follow a March bankruptcy filing, though the company had not previously indicated restaurants would close. Hooters stated the closures were a "difficult decision" but necessary for restructuring to a franchise model. Several Indiana locations, including Lafayette, Evansville, and one near Greenwood, were among those shuttered.
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