When the FBI raided Lori Ann Talen’s home they found fake coupons in every where totaling over a million bucks. She defrauded over $31.8 million from stores. Talens made the coupons then was paid over $400,000 by subscribers to her “service” and sent them out. She was able to create any type of coupon for any store or product and make it for whatever value. Her fake company was called “MasterChef” to throw people off. She had some for $24.99 off a $25 box of diapers. People were walking out the store with those diapers for a cent. The profits were used to pay for vacations, lavish dinners, a new kitchen, sunroom and in-ground swimming pool! And now she can’t use it because she’s going to prison. Don’t break the law… or if you do, don’t make so obvious. Kidding.
Use this iPhone hack before letting others use your phone!
Most of us have an iPhone and most of us will openly admit we don’t use half of the features on it. But this iPhone hack is all about “guided access.” If you hand someone your phone to use quickly for whatever reason, this trick will prevent them from scrolling through your photos. It makes it possible so that they can only see on photo, nice! So your mom or kids can’t see what you’ve been up to- watch and learn my friend!
A father shot his son because he wouldn’t stop playing his guitar
Everyone is fine, which makes this story hilarious. A 79-year-old man blasted his 50-year-old son “in the side” because he wouldn’t stop jamming out. The 911 call he made is the best thing you’ll hear all day.
We need to know what song this guy was playing that justified him getting shot. What song do you think it was? The conversation lives on Facebook!
Whose Karen Is It?
As we approach the spookiest day of the year, let this be a reminder that Karen’s are the most evil spirit of them all. They lurk in your neighborhood and they make Halloween a truly horrific experience for everyone involved. Let’s flash back to this Karen that we exposed last year.
Remember, you are better than this.
Neighbor, caught on ring camera, was furious over loud party…
If you’re going to be loud and have a giant party… THIS is the very least you could do! We should ALL want this man as a neighbor! I can’t stop watching it!
A woman tried testing her blind date with 23 members of her family…
A man went on a blind date with a woman after his mom got worried about his dating life. She set him up with a woman she deemed worthy. Before the date, he and his blind date agreed that he would pay for everything. What a gentleman! I bet it’s going to be a magical evening shared by two lovely people. Unfortunately for him, that’s not how this ends up. This lady, wanted to “test” her future life partner’s generosity, and invited 23 members of her family to dinner! TWENTY THREE. I don’t even have that many family members in any given city that would be able to come to dinner. Are these people starving? The last thing I want on a date is my family; I’m trying to impress the guy! The poor dude slowly realized what was going on, and knew he wasn’t going to be able to pay for everything. Yes, he agreed to pay… for her and himself, not half the town. And shame on her for trying to scam this guy. “Test his generosity” more like take advantage of a someone one you’ve never met before. In any event, he sneakily got up to go to the bathroom and hightailed it out of there. The bill was over three grand, obviously! I say, good for him! And no more blind dates set up by mommy!
A girl took an edible for the first time and THIS happened, watch!
She tried to google how to get “unhigh.” I’d make fun of her but we’ve al been there before. Those dang edibles. You have to be SUPER careful when you try them. I remember my first time. I ate an entire raspberry bar and thought the cops were going to bust in any room I went into and arrest me. In my head, I had two options, scream from the anxiety at the top of my lungs, or fall asleep. Terrible, terrible evening. Don’t do drugs kids!
Ryan Reynolds hilariously describes how you feel when you have a baby.
At least he’s honest! I’m sure there would be better options for a human shield than Blake Lively. But if you’re in a tough spot… I guess? Most people would say the same thing about their kids, or are you still supposed to love your spouse more? It’s sort of a chicken or the egg question… who comes first? Your Wife/hubby or your kids? I feel a family therapy session coming on.
Chicago Theatre celebrates its 100th Anniversary!
The six story high sign and glowing marquee is a favorite photo spot for tourists, but the theatre was actually added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1976. Later in 1983, it was listed as a Chicago landmark. The Chicago Theatre opened in 1921 as a dazzling movie palace that was part of the Balaban & Katz theater empire. Live orchestras would perform while silent films were being shown. A true gem of this city!
5 Illinois cities ranked among the best 100 small cities in America
A new study ranked the 100 best cities to live in America, and 5 Illinois cities made the list! Congratulations if you live in Highland Park, Wheaton, Park Ridge, Elmhurst, and Glen Ellyn, you made the list and no longer have to tell people you’re “from Chicago.” The studio from WalletHub took in to account safety, local economy, affordability and more to come up with the list. Check it out below.
An “uncle” fell in love with a young girl on today’s Relationship Court
A listener emailed us this story about a middle-aged man falling in love with a family friend’s young daughter. As the story goes, “A college friend has long been an āuncleā to our two children. He has been there for school events, milestones, vacations, etc. Our daughter went away to college this year, to a town about 45 minutes from this friendās house. He volunteered to look out for her, take her off campus for movies, send her mail, and drive her to and from our house for various events. The other day, our almost-50-year-old friend admitted that, for the past five months, he has been āfalling in loveā with our barely 19-year-old daughter. He says this is not OK and that heās been trying to prevent the feelings, though he has not reduced his interactions with her.”
As for the parents, they explained, “He asked my husband and I not to tell her so their relationship wouldnāt become awkward. Weāre floored. We told him weād have to tell her, and heād have to cease all contact with her. I feel intensely angry, betrayed, and suspicious. We havenāt told our daughter yet because we want to do it face-to-face after her finals have ended. What do we do going forward? How can we ever trust him again? Should we? Do we tell our son? Mutual friends?”
How would you go about this situation? The conversation lives on Facebook!
This is why your dad is a b*tch
If your man isn’t grinding away at the office every day, then this nine-year-old girl would like to have a word with him. She heard that men are providers and protectors and she ran with it. Listen to what she had to say.
It’s nothing personal, you just need to get your ass out of the house.
Check out this rare footage of Chris Farley!
” I am divorced, and I live in a van down by the river.” Farley wrote the sketch originally with Bob Odenkirk, who can be seen in the video. It was taken from a performance at Second City. They both look so young! Enjoy the beginnings of one of the greatest SNL characters of all time. Rest in peace Chris.
Watch a spectator take out a cyclist moments before the finish line!
UGH! Just watching it is painful! Both spectator and racer were taken to the hospital. Moments before this woman tried to cross, another man had done so successfully. Maybe she thought it was safe? The cyclist is being treated for mild head injuries. The woman was airlifted to another hospital. The city is now investigating the event itself, wondering why a fan was able to get ON the road so close to the finish line.
Fast food hack, how to get a free burger!
Free cheeseburger!! It may not be exactly the way you’d think of getting a “free” cheeseburger, but you know what? It works! Hi-five to this guy for working the system at Five Guys. If you were on a date with him and he ordered a double with all of the extras, then split it in half, would you think that was romantic? Yeah, me neither.
An NBA Ball Boy threw some shade at Richard Jefferson, and got it right back!
An NBA Ball Boy wouldn’t stop talking trash about what huge, umm jerk, Richard Jefferson is, but Richard Jefferson saw it. He ignored it, several times. But now he’s setting the record straight. I highly doubt that ‘ball boy’ still wants that title after this story.
A man bought his girlfriend flowers, and she had this to say…
I hate to say it, but I can’t agree with what this woman is saying. She’s mad that they’re not in a vase with water and flower food. Who doesn’t have a vase? I have about half of what a human should have in their kitchen, but somehow I have a vessel to hold flowers. Can’t you just be happy that you have someone to buy you flowers lady? There’s a lot of women out there that would be very happy to get some, even if they’re not in a vase already! Unreal.
Sometimes the internet wins
Ali’s famiglia recipe for red sauce and meatballs.
I’m NOT a great cook, but I have a trick or two (ok, just one trick) up my sleeve when it comes to food, and that is the Mattacola family recipe for red sauce and meatballs. This will take you all day so get ready to get your hands dirty! Don’t worry, the ingredients don’t have to be fresh. I wish I could say there is some sort of “secret ingredient” but that would be a lie. If it seems like there’s a lot of sugar and wine, you’re right! MANGIA!
Meatballs:
2lbs ground beef
2 tablespoons parsley
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon basil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 clove of garlic (minced)
1 egg
1/2 cup bread crumbs with water added
1/3 cup pecorino Romano cheese
Fry meatballs in 1/2 inch of oil in a big stock pot. Put some sort of protective gear on your fingers- that oil pops! Flip those bad boys over one at a time after a few minutes. Hot tip- don’t let them burn.
Drain meatballs on paper towels. Mmm grease. This is when your house starts to smell REAL GOOD.
Empty oil into an empty jar, keep the drippings from the meatballs in the pot. (This is what gives the sauce itās really good savory flavor).
Put pot back on stove on high heat and add 1/4 cup red wine and use a wisk to get the crud off of the bottom of the pan. (This important step is called deglazing and is the basis for most stews/soups/etc.).
Sauce:
2 large cans of tomato purƩe
2 cans of water ( I use the empty tomato purƩe cans to measure and add in the water)
2 tablespoons parsley
1 teaspoon basil
1 teaspoon oregano
1/3-1/2 cup sugar
1-2 tablespoons salt
Pepper to taste
2-3 garlic cloves (minced)
4 bay leaves
Add meatballs back into sauce once all ingredients have been added.
Simmer for the afternoon, stirring occasionally on the lowest heat.
Bad Neighbors
If you’re in Elmwood Park, you better learn how to fix your own radio. One civilian asked for some neighborly assistance from someone nearby and Elmwood Park and as a result, he’s now without a car.
Dashboard? Gone. Steering wheel? Gone. Radio? Gone. This neighbor? BAD.
