Mars Wrigley to close plant on Chicago's West Side

Candy and gum company Mars Wrigley, which has its global headquarters in Chicago, plans to move out of its West Side facility over the next two years. 

Mars Wrigley moving out of Galewood facility by 2024
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Candy and gum company Mars Wrigley, which has its global headquarters here in Chicago, plans to move out of its West Side facility over the next two years.

You could see a lower tax refund this year, and this is why

With tax season quickly approaching, some families should prepare for lower-than-normal tax returns due to changes from the American Rescue Act.

Expecting a 2022 tax refund? Tips for getting your money back faster

The 2022 tax season is officially underway, and the IRS has a few tips for Americans looking to get their tax refund as quickly as possible.

Companies worldwide rethinking the normal work week in wake of the pandemic
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Andrew Challenger from Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc. talks about how workplaces are adapting to meet employees' needs and desires in wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Average life insurance rates are steady entering 2022

Monthly life insurance premiums were stable entering the new year, according to Policygenius data.

Gearhead Workspace provides fully equipped DIY garage for hands-on mechanics
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Tim Heyen from Gearhead Workspace talks about their mission to create a space for a DIY mechanics to work on their vehicles surrounded by professional equipment.

IRS: Tax-filing season begins on Monday

Tax filing season begins Monday and the IRS is advising you to file as soon as possible.

Manchin aims to restrict child tax credit eligibility in Build Back Better

The monthly child tax credit had the effect of reducing child poverty, but the advance monthly payments that Americans received in 2021 may not continue into this year.

Mortgage rates rise to prepare for Fed rate hikes

In the second week of January, the 30-year mortgage rate rose to the highest point since March 2020 in preparation for the Fed to raise rates during this quarter.

Board of WBEZ parent company approves acquisition of Sun-Times

The board that controls public radio station WBEZ on Tuesday approved the acquisition of the Chicago Sun-Times, taking a major step forward in a deal to create one of the largest nonprofit news organizations in the country.