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RefugeeOne Executive Director Melineh Kano (far right) speaks with Odette Nyibazaki (far left) and Niyasafari Mukeshimana (second from left) as Safari Bahanuzi translates at the RefugeeOne offices in Chicago.

Helping refugees in U.S., as she once was, motivates Melineh Kano

June 16, 2018 at 4:59 p.m.

As an Armenian Christian growing up in Iran in the 1970s, Melineh Kano never thought she would permanently leave her country. "Life was good," she said. As a youth, Kano...

Keeping the grill clean is a matter of heat (turn it up to burn away grime) and health (keep it pristine to keep away rodents).

Experts share tips for keeping grills clean

May 2, 2019 at 1:27 p.m.

Cooking food over an open flame is probably one of the oldest culinary techniques, and while cave dwellers didn't worry about keeping their fire pits clean, modern humans do. Maintaining...

Commuting by bike is healthy, cheap and eco-conscious. Good equipment makes it safer.

Buying a safer bike ride

August 19, 2019 at 3:07 a.m.

Bike riding is one of the pleasures of a nice day, and riding safely is paramount to enjoying a day on two wheels. Aside from obeying the rules of the...

It's important to know a few basic facts when shopping for the right pair of sunglasses.

Go get yourself some effective (and cheap) sunglasses

June 16, 2018 at 5:16 p.m.

Sunny days call for sunglasses, and a pair of well-fitting shades can protect the eye area from damage from ultraviolet light. The good news is that wearers don't need to...

Gray hair is a growing trend for women who want to skip those regular appointments with a colorist.

Ditching dye: How to go gray, gracefully

April 10, 2020 at 8:29 p.m.

For years women (and some men) dyed their hair when it turned gray, but there's a growing trend of women embracing a more natural shift in hair color. The deciding...

Gardeners: Get the most from your garden walk

May 23, 2019 at 8:46 a.m.

Garden walks are a great way for gardeners to spend a leisurely day outside and peek into the private yards of homeowners to get design ideas and growing tips. Organizations...

The goods: Five easy helpers make patio time a little better

June 15, 2018 at 5:15 p.m.

Summer's almost here. Make the most of your time spent on the patio or in the garden with these handy home products. Brick clip fasteners http://www.brickclip.com; $13.50 for a pack...

Mattress stores can be a consumer's worst nightmare — but there's no substitute for testing mattresses in person.

Demystifying the hunt for a new mattress

May 30, 2019 at 10:22 p.m.

Considering that a good night's sleep is important for good health, the right mattress can make all the difference. But mattress shopping can feel a bit like car shopping —...

Author Kate Hannigan visits Graceland Cemetery, where Kate Warne is buried along with other Allan Pinkerton employees. Warne, hired by Pinkerton in 1856 for his Chicago-based National Detective Agency, is considered to be the first female detective in the U.S.

Kate Hannigan on Kate Warne: New book brings 19th century detective to life

June 15, 2018 at 6:37 p.m.

A little detective work of her own inspired children's book author Kate Hannigan to write a book on America's first woman detective. "I was researching for another book when I...

What does the well-dressed gardener wear to a plant sale? Garden gloves and clothes that can handle getting dirty.

Plant sale savvy: Experts share shopping tips for gardeners

May 25, 2019 at 1:13 p.m.

Veteran gardeners will tell you there's no better place to buy plants than at a local plant sale. These events are usually fundraisers sponsored by garden clubs, community organizations, and...

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