Biden 'extremely optimistic' about May jobs report, economists less so
President Joe Biden said the latest jobs report leaves room for optimism. However, economists were disappointed with the latest numbers.
President Joe Biden said the latest jobs report leaves room for optimism. However, economists were disappointed with the latest numbers.
Chicago hotel offering its Presidential Suite to whoever can solve its puzzle
This weekend, the Sheraton Grand Chicago is hosting the world's largest game board on its building exterior. If you submit the correct answer to the puzzle, you'll win an exclusive overnight stay in their Presidential Suite.
This weekend, the Sheraton Grand Chicago is hosting the world's largest game board on its building exterior. If you submit the correct answer to the puzzle, you'll win an exclusive overnight stay in their Presidential Suite.
Walmart to close all U.S. stores on Thanksgiving as 'thank you' to employees
Walmart announced it will close all of its US stores on Thanksgiving Day for a second consecutive year as a "thank you" to its employees.
Walmart announced it will close all of its US stores on Thanksgiving Day for a second consecutive year as a "thank you" to its employees.
Fixed-rate student loan refinancing tick up from record lows in early May
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Former Chicago police officer to pitch product to Walmart
A former Chicago police officer is getting the chance to sell his product in the nations biggest retailer, Walmart.
A former Chicago police officer is getting the chance to sell his product in the nations biggest retailer, Walmart.
Home equity loan vs. HELOC: how to choose which is right for you
Deciding between home equity loan vs HELOC? Learn the difference between the two and when you may want to choose one over the other.
Deciding between home equity loan vs HELOC? Learn the difference between the two and when you may want to choose one over the other.
Considering refinancing your student loans? What to know
Refinancing your student loan can save you a lot of money, but it might not make sense if you have a federal loan or can’t afford it.
Refinancing your student loan can save you a lot of money, but it might not make sense if you have a federal loan or can’t afford it.
Fed's report of positive economic growth could bring end to COVID-era forbearances
The economy is improving and many COVID-era forbearance periods are coming to an end. What does that mean for your student loans?
The economy is improving and many COVID-era forbearance periods are coming to an end. What does that mean for your student loans?
How to prepare for the end of mortgage payment forbearance
Learn five steps to take to prepare for the end of mortgage payment forbearance.
Learn five steps to take to prepare for the end of mortgage payment forbearance.
Why you should open a high-yield savings account -- and follow these tips to help pay off debt
Putting some of your leftover cash in a high-yield savings account can provide a buffer against unexpected emergencies and help you pay off existing debt.
Putting some of your leftover cash in a high-yield savings account can provide a buffer against unexpected emergencies and help you pay off existing debt.
Should you put your stimulus check in a high-yield savings account?
If you can cover all of your basic needs, such as groceries and rent, use the $1,400 stimulus check to start or increase an emergency fund by depositing the funds in a high-yield savings account.
If you can cover all of your basic needs, such as groceries and rent, use the $1,400 stimulus check to start or increase an emergency fund by depositing the funds in a high-yield savings account.
Should I refinance? How to know if it’s the right time
If you’re asking yourself “Should I refinance my home?” while interest rates are low, here are factors to consider.
If you’re asking yourself “Should I refinance my home?” while interest rates are low, here are factors to consider.
Buying a home that's for sale by owner? 5 tips to keep in mind
Buying a home that’s for sale by owner (FSBO) doesn’t necessarily change the process for you as the buyer, but there are a few things to keep in mind throughout the process.
Buying a home that’s for sale by owner (FSBO) doesn’t necessarily change the process for you as the buyer, but there are a few things to keep in mind throughout the process.
Biden's budget excludes student loan forgiveness, so what should you do with college debt?
President Biden's budget proposal doesn't include student loan forgiveness. Here's what you can do with your outstanding college debt balance.
President Biden's budget proposal doesn't include student loan forgiveness. Here's what you can do with your outstanding college debt balance.
Relief effort underway to help Black-owned restaurants recover from pandemic
Just like so many businesses in Chicago, restaurants were hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic. An effort is underway right now to help Black-owned restaurants in particular with their recovery.
Just like so many businesses in Chicago, restaurants were hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic. An effort is underway right now to help Black-owned restaurants in particular with their recovery.
How to determine the interest you pay on student loans
How much is student loan interest? Here's how to calculate the amount of interest you'll pay on your educational loans.
How much is student loan interest? Here's how to calculate the amount of interest you'll pay on your educational loans.
Former President Obama surprises youth football team in Chicago
After congratulating the team on a successful season, President Obama encouraged the kids to have a safe and fun summer.
After congratulating the team on a successful season, President Obama encouraged the kids to have a safe and fun summer.
Illinois barbershop celebrating 140th anniversary with $1.40 haircuts
It is impressive when a family-owned business is able to stay open for 20, 30 or even 50 years. But Lincolnway Barber Shop in the heart of historic Plainfield will be celebrating 140 years this week.
It is impressive when a family-owned business is able to stay open for 20, 30 or even 50 years. But Lincolnway Barber Shop in the heart of historic Plainfield will be celebrating 140 years this week.
Want to lower the price of your future home? 6 ways to work with a seller
The current housing market is definitely friendly to sellers, but that doesn’t mean you can negotiate down the price when buying a home. Here are a few tips to help you get started.
The current housing market is definitely friendly to sellers, but that doesn’t mean you can negotiate down the price when buying a home. Here are a few tips to help you get started.
Biden's budget proposal: How it could impact your wallet
President Biden's proposed $6 trillion federal budget focuses primarily on America's infrastructure, but there are a few proposals that may have a direct impact on your finances.
President Biden's proposed $6 trillion federal budget focuses primarily on America's infrastructure, but there are a few proposals that may have a direct impact on your finances.