What happens if you can’t afford to pay your taxes in 2026? IRS options explained
If you can’t pay your tax bill in full, the IRS offers payment plans, settlements and hardship options — but penalties and interest can grow quickly.
If you can’t pay your tax bill in full, the IRS offers payment plans, settlements and hardship options — but penalties and interest can grow quickly.
Chipotle CEO allegedly suggests company would keep raising prices and 'lean into' customers making over $100K
Chipotle CEO allegedly said in leaked audio that the company would keep raising prices and focus on customers making over $100k.
Chipotle CEO allegedly said in leaked audio that the company would keep raising prices and focus on customers making over $100k.
Eddie Bauer retail operator files for bankruptcy, begins liquidation sales
The 106-year-old brand founded in Seattle will begin liquidation sales while seeking buyer for brick-and-mortar operations.
The 106-year-old brand founded in Seattle will begin liquidation sales while seeking buyer for brick-and-mortar operations.
Walmart boosts pay potential for some pharmacy staff, college degree not required
Walmart is expanding higher-paying pharmacy leadership roles and boosting earning potential for thousands of workers.
Walmart is expanding higher-paying pharmacy leadership roles and boosting earning potential for thousands of workers.
Bears, Illinois lawmakers closer on stadium deal: sources
The Chicago Bears and Illinois lawmakers are close to agreement on key issues that would keep the team in-state and help kickstart an Arlington Heights stadium project, according to multiple sources close to the talks.
The Chicago Bears and Illinois lawmakers are close to agreement on key issues that would keep the team in-state and help kickstart an Arlington Heights stadium project, according to multiple sources close to the talks.
Expert explains why money can make or break couples | ChicagoNOW
Many couples avoid serious money talks before marriage. A relationship and finance expert explains why finances cause conflict and what partners should discuss early on.
Many couples avoid serious money talks before marriage. A relationship and finance expert explains why finances cause conflict and what partners should discuss early on.
Costco drops fresh lineup of Valentine's treats and savory bites for shoppers: report
Costco has rolled out a new batch of Valentine's treats and snacks. Here's a look at what some shoppers are seeing.
Costco has rolled out a new batch of Valentine's treats and snacks. Here's a look at what some shoppers are seeing.
Dow Jones hits record 50,000 points for first time: What to know
The U.S. stock market roared back Friday, as technology stocks recovered much of their losses from earlier in the week.
The U.S. stock market roared back Friday, as technology stocks recovered much of their losses from earlier in the week.
Mastering the dollar: These cities rank as the top budgeters in 2026, data suggests
From credit card debt to daily spending, residents in specific areas nationwide have implemented best practices when it comes to living on a budget, according to a new report.
From credit card debt to daily spending, residents in specific areas nationwide have implemented best practices when it comes to living on a budget, according to a new report.
Job market shows warning signs as AI fuels economic uncertainty
New labor data and market swings are raising concerns about the U.S. economy, with experts pointing to artificial intelligence, tariffs and shifting consumer confidence as potential warning signs.
New labor data and market swings are raising concerns about the U.S. economy, with experts pointing to artificial intelligence, tariffs and shifting consumer confidence as potential warning signs.
Major firearms distributor serving thousands of retailers across multiple countries files for bankruptcy
A major distributor in the gun and outdoor sporting goods industry has filed for bankruptcy, the company announced.
A major distributor in the gun and outdoor sporting goods industry has filed for bankruptcy, the company announced.
Nike’s diversity initiatives under EEOC scrutiny for alleged discrimination against White workers
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is investigating Nike over allegations that the company’s diversity initiatives unlawfully discriminated against White employees and job applicants.
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is investigating Nike over allegations that the company’s diversity initiatives unlawfully discriminated against White employees and job applicants.
Popular Logan Square bookstore to close, citing financial challenges
Open Books will close its Logan Square location after less than three years.
Open Books will close its Logan Square location after less than three years.
Dutch Bros Coffee may soon be coming to Chicago suburb
Your coffee runs may soon get sweeter with a drive-thru Dutch Bros coming to Chicago suburbs.
Your coffee runs may soon get sweeter with a drive-thru Dutch Bros coming to Chicago suburbs.
Cracker Barrel releases updated strict dining rules for employees. What we know
Cracker Barrel is introducing updated rules for what workers can eat during travel as the company aims to standardize its dining expectations.
Cracker Barrel is introducing updated rules for what workers can eat during travel as the company aims to standardize its dining expectations.
Disney’s next CEO: Who is Josh D’Amaro?
Josh D’Amaro, who oversees the Disney's Experiences division, will succeed Bob Iger as the company's next CEO.
Josh D’Amaro, who oversees the Disney's Experiences division, will succeed Bob Iger as the company's next CEO.
Lay’s, Doritos, Cheetos about to get cheaper: Here's why
Some of your favorite snacks and chips may be getting cheaper, thanks to an incoming price cut from PepsiCo. Here are the details.
Some of your favorite snacks and chips may be getting cheaper, thanks to an incoming price cut from PepsiCo. Here are the details.
Josh D'Amaro named next Walt Disney Company CEO to succeed Bob Iger
Josh D’Amaro, who heads Disney’s Experiences division, will become CEO effective March 18, succeeding Bob Iger.
Josh D’Amaro, who heads Disney’s Experiences division, will become CEO effective March 18, succeeding Bob Iger.
Costco's surprise Nike collaboration sends sneaker resale market into complete frenzy
Costco quietly dropped a new, exclusive Nike collaboration sneaker on Friday in a surprising move that sent both customers and the resale market into a frenzy.
Costco quietly dropped a new, exclusive Nike collaboration sneaker on Friday in a surprising move that sent both customers and the resale market into a frenzy.
Chicago Sky owner accused of ‘self-dealing’ to devalue other investors’ shares in lawsuit
The majority owner of the Chicago Sky, was accused in a lawsuit of "self-dealing" and unfairly shortchanging other team investors.
The majority owner of the Chicago Sky, was accused in a lawsuit of "self-dealing" and unfairly shortchanging other team investors.