There are many undisputed health benefits associated with Dry January. There's also an economic boost. One expert estimates the savings for the monthlong endeavor could be between $300 and $1,000, depending on consumption. For a growing number of adults, that's a top motivator.

Whether you're off to a wellness start for the new year, looking to cut back on sugar or just need a reason to sip some mocktails, Dry January has kicked off. Zoom in: Here are a few restaurants and bars with spirit-free drink specials that may be worth checking out.

The whole idea is to let those taking part in Dry January know “you can still come out and have a good time. We have options for you,” said Clayton Muhammad, chief communications and

As Dry January is underway, the Japanese restaurant Gaijin in Chicago's West Loop as an exclusive menu for those who want to try non-alcoholic drinks.

The city of Chicago is expecting to see some snow on Wednesday, but will it be enough to bring the city closer to a typical January in that department?

Farm Bar is showcasing fresh flavors while still making you feel like you’re enjoying a special treat. Head bartender of Farm Bar Ravenswood, Kevin Pecor stopped by to

Discover the health benefits of Dry January, from better sleep and improved energy to weight loss and clearer skin. See why skipping alcohol for a month matters.

Molson Coors will make another move into the non-alcohol space in March, when it will bring Naked Life nonalcoholic cocktails to the U.S. The brand is already the No. 1 nonalcohol ready-to-drink beverage in Australia, according to Quantum and Circana.

Reset gets a roundup of some great NA drinks to sip all year long.

The CTA relies on its “protectors of the railroad” — hundreds of workers ready to repair any rail cracks caused by subzero cold. "Without them, [trains] wouldn’t be able to run,” said Lenny Romano, the CTA’s vice president of infrastructure maintenance.

Chicago is experiencing dangerous cold weather with "astonishing" temperatures, as wind chills plunge as low as -23°F, posing significant risks to residents, according to a pricing culture analysis provided to Newsweek.

The bitter cold continues for the next couple of days, with the overnight hours bringing a chance for flurries.