Stimulus payment December 2025, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check
Hold off on that purchase! Online rumors of new stimulus checks by year’s end are out there.
Finance expert shares tips to teach teens smart money habits | ChicagoNOW
Bank of America executive, Barry Mullan, shares practical advice for helping teens learn budgeting, credit, and financial independence in real-life exercises. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Gen Z drives Black Friday shopping, survey says | ChicagoLIVE
A new survey shows Gen Z drives Black Friday shopping. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Stimulus payment November 2025, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check
Don’t spend that money just yet! Rumors are circulating online that the federal government will issue new stimulus checks before the end of the year. But Congress has not passed any legislation authorizing payments, and the IRS has not confirmed that any new stimulus checks are scheduled in the coming weeks.
US jobs report shows promise despite pessimistic outlook
The newest jobs report is finally out and despite the delay, the U.S. added a lot more jobs than expected. It shows U.S. employers added 119,000 jobs, more than double what economists initially projected.
Why residents of one Chicago neighborhood are burning their property tax bills | ChicagoLIVE
Community leader Dr. Richard Townsell joins ChicagoLIVE to talk about the “Property Tax Bill Bonfire,” a protest and organizing event meant to highlight how tax hikes and slow billing hurt working families. He explains how residents are turning frustration into action — and why he believes solutions should come from the people, not just politicians.
More Americans living paycheck to paycheck, data shows
Bank of America data shows more Americans are living paycheck to paycheck. Here's where it is the worst.
Is a new stimulus payment coming? November 2025 IRS direct deposit fact check
Trump's $2,000 tariff dividend is fueling a new stimulus buzz.
IRS direct deposit relief payment in November? Here’s what we know
Rumors continue swirling online about IRS relief payments landing in bank accounts by November or year’s end — but are they true?
Credit card delinquency rates are the highest in these states in 2025, data shows
Not paying your credit card bills on time can affect your finances and residents in some states are having to manage this expense more compared to others, a new report details.
Credit limits have dropped the most in these states for 2025, data shows
Credit limits are shrinking nationwide. Here's where the steepest drops are, according to new data.
Fed expected to cut key interest rate again amid economic uncertainty
The Federal Reserve is poised to lower interest rates for the second time this year, and financial expert Stephen Kates joins to explain how the move could impact mortgages, credit cards, and household budgets.
Government shutdown travel tips: What to know before you fly
With the government shutdown creating uncertainty for travelers, "ChicagoLIVE" talks with Chicago-based travel expert Jeanenne Tornatore about how to plan ahead. From booking direct flights to choosing early morning departures, Tornatore shares smart strategies to minimize delays, avoid cancellations, and keep your holiday travel smooth — even if the shutdown continues.
Your tax refund could be bigger in 2026 – here's how
Americans may see a boost in next year’s refunds in part due to provisions in President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful" legislation. Here’s what you need to know.
Social Security cost of living adjustment for 2026: How much you'll get
The Social Security Administration released its annual cost-of-living adjustment on Friday, and it will take effect starting next year.
Financial expert breaks down impact of historic government shutdown and student loan forgiveness
As the second-longest government shutdown drags on, financial analyst Stephen Esposito explains how it’s affecting markets, consumers, and millions of student loan borrowers.
Back-to-school spending takes a dip as survey reveals $3.2 billion decrease
Inflation may be cooling, but new trends within the economy spell trouble ahead. The bank of mom and dad is tightening its grip on cash as back to school spending will fall for the first time in nine years.
Four ways to approach paying off your student loans
Best-selling author Dr. John Delony dishes out helpful advice for paying off your student loans.
Powerball drawing: How far will $1 billion jackpot go for eventual winner?
FOX Business contributor Phil Flynn joined First At Four to discuss exactly how far $1 billion could go for the winner of the massive Powerball jackpot.
Chicago City Council to weigh pros and cons of subminimum wage
This week, the Chicago City Council will discuss the pros and cons of a subminimum wage. This is base wage between $8 to $10 an hour that?s complemented by on-the-job tips.