Google AI education, Instagram location feature & Apple invests $100B | Business News
Business News: Google is investing $1 billion in AI education at universities and colleges. Instagram's new location-sharing feature is drawing comparisons to Snapchat's Snap Map. Apple plans to invest an extra $100 billion in the U.S. Plus, concerns are rising over ultra-processed foods, Royal Caribbean is planning price hikes, Claire's has filed for bankruptcy, and more.
Business News: Google is investing $1 billion in AI education at universities and colleges. Instagram's new location-sharing feature is drawing comparisons to Snapchat's Snap Map. Apple plans to invest an extra $100 billion in the U.S. Plus, concerns are rising over ultra-processed foods, Royal Caribbean is planning price hikes, Claire's has filed for bankruptcy, and more.
UnitedHealth to drop Medicare Advantage plans for 600K people
UnitedHealthcare says it’s dropping some of its Medicare Advantage plans that collectively cover 600,000 people.
UnitedHealthcare says it’s dropping some of its Medicare Advantage plans that collectively cover 600,000 people.
White House says Apple to announce $100B US investment commitment for manufacturing
Tech giant Apple is announcing a new investment of $100 billion in U.S. facilities.
Tech giant Apple is announcing a new investment of $100 billion in U.S. facilities.
Claire's files for bankruptcy again
The mall-based jewelry chain estimates assets and liabilities between $1B and $10B in its Delaware court filing.
The mall-based jewelry chain estimates assets and liabilities between $1B and $10B in its Delaware court filing.
WhatsApp bans scammers, ChatGPT user surge & ESPN to buy NFL Network | Business News
Business News: Meta is cracking down on WhatsApp scammers with new bans. ChatGPT is on track to hit 700 million weekly active users. ESPN has reached a deal to acquire the NFL Network. Plus, 21 people in Florida fell ill after drinking raw milk, a court blocked the Trump administration from reallocating disaster funds, and Starbucks faces rising coffee costs due to Brazilian tariffs.
Business News: Meta is cracking down on WhatsApp scammers with new bans. ChatGPT is on track to hit 700 million weekly active users. ESPN has reached a deal to acquire the NFL Network. Plus, 21 people in Florida fell ill after drinking raw milk, a court blocked the Trump administration from reallocating disaster funds, and Starbucks faces rising coffee costs due to Brazilian tariffs.
What are cryptocurrencies, digital wallets and NFTs? An expert explains | ChicagoNOW
Cryptocurrency expert Adam Hollander explains the rise of digital currency. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
Cryptocurrency expert Adam Hollander explains the rise of digital currency. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
Tesla grants Musk massive pay deal to keep CEO on board amid legal battle
New stock award comes after Delaware court struck down $50B compensation package, which is currently under appeal.
New stock award comes after Delaware court struck down $50B compensation package, which is currently under appeal.
Trump calls fired BLS commissioner's job numbers the 'biggest miscalculations in over 50 years'
President Donald Trump has accused Erika McEntarfer of falsifying employment data.
President Donald Trump has accused Erika McEntarfer of falsifying employment data.
Boeing workers who build fighter jets go on strike. What we know
Workers at three manufacturing plants walked off the job after turning down a proposed labor deal that included pay increases and bonuses.
Workers at three manufacturing plants walked off the job after turning down a proposed labor deal that included pay increases and bonuses.
Ford recall, Alaska Airlines lawsuit & T-Mobile acquires UScellular | Business News
Business News: Ford is recalling select vehicles over brake issues. Alaska Airlines crew members are suing Boeing. T-Mobile bought UScellular. Plus, Sam's Club recalls Member's Mark freeze-dried fruit, Texas Roadhouse faces a civil rights complaint, a study links A.I. to rising job losses, and an at-home skin cancer test is in development.
Business News: Ford is recalling select vehicles over brake issues. Alaska Airlines crew members are suing Boeing. T-Mobile bought UScellular. Plus, Sam's Club recalls Member's Mark freeze-dried fruit, Texas Roadhouse faces a civil rights complaint, a study links A.I. to rising job losses, and an at-home skin cancer test is in development.
All eyes on Wall Street after selloff, Trump weighs in on Sydney Sweeney ad
Will the stock market recover Monday after last week's selloff? And President Trump weighed in on the controversial Sydney Sweeney ad.
Will the stock market recover Monday after last week's selloff? And President Trump weighed in on the controversial Sydney Sweeney ad.
Starbucks getting rid of an ordering option as CEO pushes turnaround
The move will close or transform 80 to 90 Starbucks locations.
The move will close or transform 80 to 90 Starbucks locations.
Jobs report shocks Wall Street, markets sink as tariffs and unemployment spike
New job numbers fall far short of expectations, sending the Dow tumbling amid rising unemployment, delayed tariffs, and growing economic and geopolitical tensions.
New job numbers fall far short of expectations, sending the Dow tumbling amid rising unemployment, delayed tariffs, and growing economic and geopolitical tensions.
Consumer prices rise, TSA PreCheck scams & JCPenney stores sold | Business News
Business News: Consumer prices jumped again in June. TSA is warning travelers about new PreCheck cyber scams. More than 119 JCPenney stores are changing ownership nationwide. Plus, European cars are set to ship to the U.S., Microsoft hits $4 trillion valuation, and Starbucks plans to phase out its pickup-only stores.
Business News: Consumer prices jumped again in June. TSA is warning travelers about new PreCheck cyber scams. More than 119 JCPenney stores are changing ownership nationwide. Plus, European cars are set to ship to the U.S., Microsoft hits $4 trillion valuation, and Starbucks plans to phase out its pickup-only stores.
Ground beef recall, Celsius labeling error & White House health system | Consumer News
A ground beef recall is in effect due to potential metal contamination. High Noon recalled vodka seltzers after they were mislabeled in Celsius energy drink cans. The White House is launching a new health tracking system. Plus, TikTok adds a misinformation feature, the United-JetBlue partnership is approved, O'Hare Airport tops Atlanta as busiest U.S. airport, Mars invests in domestic operations, a study reveals many Americans aren't using PTO, and ultra-processed foods may be linked to lung cancer.
A ground beef recall is in effect due to potential metal contamination. High Noon recalled vodka seltzers after they were mislabeled in Celsius energy drink cans. The White House is launching a new health tracking system. Plus, TikTok adds a misinformation feature, the United-JetBlue partnership is approved, O'Hare Airport tops Atlanta as busiest U.S. airport, Mars invests in domestic operations, a study reveals many Americans aren't using PTO, and ultra-processed foods may be linked to lung cancer.
119 JCPenney stores sold; see locations
JCPenney sold 119 of its stores in a nearly $1 billion deal. Here’s what we know.
JCPenney sold 119 of its stores in a nearly $1 billion deal. Here’s what we know.
Procter & Gamble price hike, YouTube age checks & June hiring slowdown | Business News
Business News: Procter & Gamble raise prices to offset tariffs. YouTube plans to launch new age-estimation technology to protect teens. Job openings fell in June. Plus, Apple Card deal in the works with Chase, Dannon's parent company sues Chobani, Starbucks unveils new products to boost sales, and a report shows 1 in 10 Americans are now millionaires.
Business News: Procter & Gamble raise prices to offset tariffs. YouTube plans to launch new age-estimation technology to protect teens. Job openings fell in June. Plus, Apple Card deal in the works with Chase, Dannon's parent company sues Chobani, Starbucks unveils new products to boost sales, and a report shows 1 in 10 Americans are now millionaires.
Cook County property tax bills are due?but no one's received them
The second installment of Cook County property taxes is technically due Aug. 1, but residents haven't received their bills due to years-long delays with a troubled technology upgrade involving Tyler Technologies.
The second installment of Cook County property taxes is technically due Aug. 1, but residents haven't received their bills due to years-long delays with a troubled technology upgrade involving Tyler Technologies.
Chicago Innovation leaders to ring NASDAQ closing bell in Times Square
Chicago Innovation CEO Luke Tanen and co-founder Tom Kuczmarski join us to discuss this national honor and what it means for the city's innovation community.
Chicago Innovation CEO Luke Tanen and co-founder Tom Kuczmarski join us to discuss this national honor and what it means for the city's innovation community.
McDonald's testing CosMc's-inspired drinks at restaurants
The drinks are concepts from CosMc’s, the chain’s all-beverage store concept which launched in 2023 and closed earlier this summer.
The drinks are concepts from CosMc’s, the chain’s all-beverage store concept which launched in 2023 and closed earlier this summer.