Nearly half of Americans will take on debt this year despite higher borrowing costs: survey
Even with the Federal Reserve expected to raise borrowing rates again next week, adding debt is “not necessarily a bad sign," analysts say.
Even with the Federal Reserve expected to raise borrowing rates again next week, adding debt is “not necessarily a bad sign," analysts say.
Amazon electric vehicle vans debut in Chicago area
The first wave of Amazon’s fleet of electric vans hit the streets Thursday in the Chicago area and more than a dozen other cities, the beginning of the e-commerce giant’s plan to move entirely green by 2040.
The first wave of Amazon’s fleet of electric vans hit the streets Thursday in the Chicago area and more than a dozen other cities, the beginning of the e-commerce giant’s plan to move entirely green by 2040.
Kilwins in Hyde Park to reopen after gunfire damaged store last year
Staff at Kilwins are excited for Friday's reopening, saying they can't wait to serve their longtime patrons once again. Known for their homemade fudge, assorted chocolates and caramel apples, the South Side sweetshop is back up and running after gunshots shattered store windows last year.
Staff at Kilwins are excited for Friday's reopening, saying they can't wait to serve their longtime patrons once again. Known for their homemade fudge, assorted chocolates and caramel apples, the South Side sweetshop is back up and running after gunshots shattered store windows last year.
Amazon rolls out new electric delivery vans in Chicago area
The first wave of Amazon’s fleet of electric vans hit the streets Thursday in the Chicago area and more than a dozen other cities, the beginning of the e-commerce giant’s plan to move entirely green by 2040.
The first wave of Amazon’s fleet of electric vans hit the streets Thursday in the Chicago area and more than a dozen other cities, the beginning of the e-commerce giant’s plan to move entirely green by 2040.
Tips for handling sudden financial changes
Personal finance expert Bobbi Rebell from Tally lays out tips to help you get past your next unexpected financial hurdle.
Personal finance expert Bobbi Rebell from Tally lays out tips to help you get past your next unexpected financial hurdle.
Wheaton businesses celebrate 'Christmas in July'
More than a dozen shops in downtown Wheaton are decking their halls and offer special discounts in celebration of 'Christmas in July.'
More than a dozen shops in downtown Wheaton are decking their halls and offer special discounts in celebration of 'Christmas in July.'
Illinois suspends Carvana's dealer license for the second time in 2 months
For the second time in just two months, Carvana, the company known for its "car vending machines", has had its dealer license suspended for improper business practices.
For the second time in just two months, Carvana, the company known for its "car vending machines", has had its dealer license suspended for improper business practices.
Illinois bans Carvana from doing business in the state, again
A popular online car dealer has once again been banned from selling in the state of Illinois until the company can resolve issues with getting buyers vehicle registrations and titles.
A popular online car dealer has once again been banned from selling in the state of Illinois until the company can resolve issues with getting buyers vehicle registrations and titles.
Elon Musk to countersue Twitter to blow up deal: report
Musk pledged to pay $54.20 a share for Twitter in April.
Musk pledged to pay $54.20 a share for Twitter in April.
Toys ‘R’ Us makes big comeback, returning to all Macy’s locations across US
The unveiling of the new locations come after Toys "R" Us became what many thought to be something of a distant memory when the COVID-19 pandemic shuttered its last two physical locations in New Jersey and Texas.
The unveiling of the new locations come after Toys "R" Us became what many thought to be something of a distant memory when the COVID-19 pandemic shuttered its last two physical locations in New Jersey and Texas.
Save-A-Lot in Gresham plans to reopen
A new grocery option could soon be coming to the Gresham neighborhood. Yellow Banana, which operates six Chicago area Save-A-Lot stores, is looking at reopening and renovating its shuttered Gresham location.
A new grocery option could soon be coming to the Gresham neighborhood. Yellow Banana, which operates six Chicago area Save-A-Lot stores, is looking at reopening and renovating its shuttered Gresham location.
Tuesday's Mega Millions jackpot is now at $530 million
The Mega Millions jackpot is now topping more than half-a-billion dollars. It would be the eighth largest prize in the 20-year history of the game. DePaul University finance professor Lamont Black talks about the massive jackpot.
The Mega Millions jackpot is now topping more than half-a-billion dollars. It would be the eighth largest prize in the 20-year history of the game. DePaul University finance professor Lamont Black talks about the massive jackpot.
Chicago's largest landlord sued over dangerous living conditions
Chicago's largest landlord is being sued over unsafe living conditions.
Chicago's largest landlord is being sued over unsafe living conditions.
Financial tips for preparing for a recession
Dawn Dahlby, CEO of Relev? Financial Group, lays out ways you can be properly prepared for withstanding a recession.
Dawn Dahlby, CEO of Relev? Financial Group, lays out ways you can be properly prepared for withstanding a recession.
List: 10 tech company customer service phone numbers plus, secret way to know wait times
If the long wait times and hard-to-find numbers don’t make it clear enough, I’ll say it: Tech companies don’t want to talk to you.
If the long wait times and hard-to-find numbers don’t make it clear enough, I’ll say it: Tech companies don’t want to talk to you.
Chicago alderman looks to kill 5 a.m. bar licenses to curb violence
Chicago Alderman Brian Hopkins says it?s late night bars that are attracting the most violence.
Chicago Alderman Brian Hopkins says it?s late night bars that are attracting the most violence.
Tips for 'recession-proofing' your job
Dan Roccato, a financial professor at the University of San Diego, talks about what it means to "recession-proof" your job and secure your money-making future.
Dan Roccato, a financial professor at the University of San Diego, talks about what it means to "recession-proof" your job and secure your money-making future.
Black-owned company wants to reopen Gresham Save A Lot
Two years after a Save A Lot closed in Gresham, plans are in the works to reopen the grocery store under new ownership.
Two years after a Save A Lot closed in Gresham, plans are in the works to reopen the grocery store under new ownership.
FHFA saves more than 100K homes from foreclosure in Q1: report
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have saved homes from foreclosure and lowered many monthly mortgage payments. Here's what you can do if you are struggling.
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have saved homes from foreclosure and lowered many monthly mortgage payments. Here's what you can do if you are struggling.
Lightfoot touts Chicago's 'thriving economy' as businesses flee city
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is in Europe touting her city’s "thriving economy" as major companies announce they are leaving the area amid skyrocketing crime and unfriendly business climate.
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is in Europe touting her city’s "thriving economy" as major companies announce they are leaving the area amid skyrocketing crime and unfriendly business climate.