Illinois collects $62-million in cannabis revenue for neighborhoods

Illinois has collected $62 million from legalized marijuana sales that’s earmarked for helping minority businesses and neighborhood development.

Can you cosign a student loan with bad credit?

Can you cosign a student loan with bad credit? Here's what you need to know about getting a private loan with an imperfect credit history.

How can I refinance my mortgage with bad credit?

If you have poor credit but want to take advantage of the current low interest rates and refinance your mortgage, make sure first it makes good financial sense, and don’t forget to factor in closing costs and other fees.

IRS delays start of 2021 tax filing season to Feb. 12

The Internal Revenue Service will delay the start of tax filing season until Feb. 12, 2021, which pushes the date when the tax agency will begin accepting and processing 2020 tax year returns.

Lovin' Local: Oswald's Pharmacy in Naperville
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Alex Anderson, owner of Oswald's Pharmacy, talks about how their generations-old pharmacy is dealing with the pandemic.

How to pay for grad school

Here are some factors to consider before applying to graduate school.

4 ways to save money on a refinance

Interest rates are at all-time lows so if you want to get the best mortgage refinance rate, don’t wait and consider these tips when applying.

Niles Army veteran suing Walmart, Amazon for using his image without consent

From fighting for his country to waging a war against corporate America, a Niles veteran says he has been re-traumatized by Amazon and Walmart after the companies sold his image for profit.

Chicago bar giving out gift cards to individuals who get COVID-19 vaccine

The Village Tap, located in the North Center neighborhood, announced on Twitter that they will be giving out 1,000 gift cards valued at $10 each, to individuals who receive the COVID-19 vaccine.

Lovin' Local: Scratch Goods in West Loop
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Maureen McClure and Elizabeth Leipold, founders of Scratch Goods, talk about how their business has fared since the onset of the pandemic.

What determines how much house you can afford?

Several things can influence how much mortgage you may qualify for when buying a home.

Does home insurance cover rental property?

Homeowners insurance, landlord insurance or commercial property insurance: which kind of policy do you need to protect your rental property?