College costs have risen at nearly 5x the rate of inflation, report finds
The average cost of tuition, fees and other expenses at higher education institutions are rising at a much faster rate than inflation, according to a recent study.
The average cost of tuition, fees and other expenses at higher education institutions are rising at a much faster rate than inflation, according to a recent study.
Student loan payments restart in February, but survey finds 89% of borrowers aren't ready
About 9 in 10 fully employed borrowers said they are not financially secure enough to resume federal student loan payments in February 2022, according to a new survey.
About 9 in 10 fully employed borrowers said they are not financially secure enough to resume federal student loan payments in February 2022, according to a new survey.
Build Back Better expands EV tax credit with $12.5K incentive on American-made electric cars
The Biden administration's trillion-dollar spending plan offers enhanced incentives for EV buyers who purchase a car through a domestic automaker.
The Biden administration's trillion-dollar spending plan offers enhanced incentives for EV buyers who purchase a car through a domestic automaker.
The risks of using buy now, pay later to finance holiday shopping on Black Friday
Buy now, pay later apps let you break up larger purchases into a short-term repayment schedule. But there are a few things you should know before you use them to finance holiday shopping.
Buy now, pay later apps let you break up larger purchases into a short-term repayment schedule. But there are a few things you should know before you use them to finance holiday shopping.
Details of new Chicago casino released by City Hall
On Friday, City Hall disclosed long-awaited details of five bids to build and operate a Las Vegas-style casino in Chicago.
On Friday, City Hall disclosed long-awaited details of five bids to build and operate a Las Vegas-style casino in Chicago.
Social Security 2022 benefits payment schedule – when to expect your checks
Social Security released its 2022 calendar showing the dates of benefit payments for the year.
Social Security released its 2022 calendar showing the dates of benefit payments for the year.
How homeowners can keep their mortgage interest rate low amid a rising environment
Mortgage rates are on the rise, and may not be coming back down. But homeowners can still take steps to keep their rates low.
Mortgage rates are on the rise, and may not be coming back down. But homeowners can still take steps to keep their rates low.
Sallie Mae study shows 44% of families didn't utilize scholarships to pay for college in 2021: Here's why
Families are not utilizing scholarships, despite many that are available to them. Here are the available options and top reasons families don't apply.
Families are not utilizing scholarships, despite many that are available to them. Here are the available options and top reasons families don't apply.
Peppo's Subs in Palos Heights receives recognition from the Chicago Bears
Robert Peppo from Peppo's Subs talks about being recognized by the Chicago Bears as part of their 2021 Small Business All-Pros Gameday Eats initiative.
Robert Peppo from Peppo's Subs talks about being recognized by the Chicago Bears as part of their 2021 Small Business All-Pros Gameday Eats initiative.
Student loan borrowers begin to receive $2B worth of forgiveness under PSLF waiver
The Biden administration's temporary PSLF waiver will make it easier to have their federal student loans forgiven.
The Biden administration's temporary PSLF waiver will make it easier to have their federal student loans forgiven.
Social Security payment increases may be offset by these 5 expenses
Those receiving Social Security benefits could struggle to meet basic needs in the year ahead. Here are the top five expenses they could struggle with.
Those receiving Social Security benefits could struggle to meet basic needs in the year ahead. Here are the top five expenses they could struggle with.
Social Security benefits see highest boost in 40 years, but inflation is higher
Social Security benefits will increase at their highest rate in 40 years, but the latest inflation numbers are even higher. Next year's increase may not be enough for seniors living on Social Security income.
Social Security benefits will increase at their highest rate in 40 years, but the latest inflation numbers are even higher. Next year's increase may not be enough for seniors living on Social Security income.
Local Hawaiian T-shirt business advocates for people with Down syndrome
Holly Simon and her son, Nate, join Good Day Chicago to talk about the inspiration for their Hawaiian t-shirt business and the importance of supporting people with Down syndrome.
Holly Simon and her son, Nate, join Good Day Chicago to talk about the inspiration for their Hawaiian t-shirt business and the importance of supporting people with Down syndrome.
Small businesses take spotlight in Lincoln Square and Ravenswood as holidays approach
Rudy Flores, executive director of the Lincoln Square and Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce, previews Small Business Saturday in their community and talks about how you can support local businesses this winter.
Rudy Flores, executive director of the Lincoln Square and Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce, previews Small Business Saturday in their community and talks about how you can support local businesses this winter.
Concord Music Hall among 5 businesses cited for violating indoor mask mandate
The city of Chicago has cited five businesses for failing to enforce the city's COVID-19 indoor mask mandate.
The city of Chicago has cited five businesses for failing to enforce the city's COVID-19 indoor mask mandate.
Rising child care costs forced 38% of parents on take on side gigs, survey says: How you can afford expenses
Risings child care costs are forcing many parents to reconsider how to afford it. About 38% of parents even reported taking on a second job. Here's how to afford childcare expenses.
Risings child care costs are forcing many parents to reconsider how to afford it. About 38% of parents even reported taking on a second job. Here's how to afford childcare expenses.
This Social Security statement change could simplify your retirement planning
The Social Security Administration will be sending out newly redesigned statements that helps Americans better understand and maximize their benefits.
The Social Security Administration will be sending out newly redesigned statements that helps Americans better understand and maximize their benefits.
Sears to close its final big store in home state Sunday
News of its impending final closure marks the end of an era for some local observers.
News of its impending final closure marks the end of an era for some local observers.
Ways to improve your 'financial gratitude attitude'
Justin Reppy, Senior Advisor at Goldstone Financial Group, joins Good Day Saturday to talk about our financial gratitude attitudes.
Justin Reppy, Senior Advisor at Goldstone Financial Group, joins Good Day Saturday to talk about our financial gratitude attitudes.
Temporary hold on Biden’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate for big companies upheld by federal appeals court
Six states filed the action against the Biden administration’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate for companies with over 100 employees on Nov. 5.
Six states filed the action against the Biden administration’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate for companies with over 100 employees on Nov. 5.