Leonor Vivanco

There's not a day when Chris Wardzala doesn't think about how he unexpectedly met his fiance. It wasn't in a bar, at the office or through friends. Instead, it was...

How are traditional online dating sites keeping up with the mobile mania? By creating their own apps and mobile sites. Established online dating sites have to offer some type of...

There's just about an app for anything. Check out the dating apps available to help you choose, find and screen a mate. Skout The real-time, location-based service lets daters chat,...

Weight gain can creep up on couples. Steer clear of piling on extra pounds with these tips. Avoid elastic waistbands. "They are way too forgiving and it's very easy to...

Just because your love for that special someone is growing doesn't mean your belly should. Next time you're on a dinner date or simply snacking, keep in mind calories from...

What makes a good derby name? Usually, it's something clever, combining pop culture and toughness. Think Babe Ruthless and Smashley Simpson from the roller derby movie "Whip It," which opens...

Potential pit bull owners should be aware of what they're getting into if they choose to adopt the dog, said Marcy Setter, director of education and public relations for Pit...

How does Chicago combat dogfighting? The Animal Crimes Unit, a partnership between Chicago Police Department, Cook County Sheriff's Department, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, investigates incidents of animal abuse...

A New York-based company wants to reward Chicagoans for helping save the environment. Starting this month, RecycleBank is offering a reward points program to about 10,000 households with blue carts...

We're nosy at RedEye, so we asked some very unscientific questions about fragrances. On our smell expert panel to give us their scent-sational opinions: Rachel Herz, author of "The Scent...