McDonald's Grinch Happy Meal: When, where to get it
McDonald’s is getting into the holiday spirit with a meal inspired by the mean one, himself: The Grinch.
Chicago homeowners see big spikes in property tax bills, report shows
Chicago homeowners, especially on the city’s South and West Sides, are seeing big spikes in their property tax bills, thanks in large part to a significant drop in the values of commercial properties, according to a new report.
DoorDash to pay Chicago restaurants, drivers $18M over claims of deceptive business tactics
DoorDash will pay $18 million in a settlement for a lawsuit over alleged deceptive businesses practices in Chicago, the city said.
Google and Disney reach deal, giving YouTube TV subscribers access to ABC, ESPN, FX
YouTube TV said subscribers would see channels return "over the course of the day."
Saks Off 5th closing stores across multiple states
Saks Off 5th, the discount sister brand of luxury department store Saks Fifth Avenue, is planning to close stores across the U.S. beginning early next year.
More Americans living paycheck to paycheck, data shows
Bank of America data shows more Americans are living paycheck to paycheck. Here's where it is the worst.
On Red Cup Day, Starbucks workers vote to strike in 45 cities
Starbucks employees held walkouts at dozens of stores nationwide on Thursday to disrupt the company’s Red Cup Day.
Target to reduce prices for food, essentials and household goods
Target is lowering the prices of food, essentials and household goods, the corporation announced Tuesday.
Is a new stimulus payment coming? November 2025 IRS direct deposit fact check
Trump's $2,000 tariff dividend is fueling a new stimulus buzz.
Starbucks 'Bearista' frenzy: Some leave empty-handed, others declare ‘the war is over’
Starbucks fans are losing it over the sold-out Bearista cup and Hello Kitty plush, camping out, calling stores nonstop, and reselling the $44 cup for over $1,000 on eBay.
Fulton Market developments struggle with financing | The Chicago Report
You'd be hard-pressed to find a hotter neighborhood in the area than Chicago's Fulton Market, but while many developments are ready to go, they can't get the financing to get off the ground.
Target requires workers to smile at customers in hopes of boosting sales: Report
Target is hoping a new policy, that requires workers to smile at customers who come within 10 feet of them, will help the company boost sales heading into the holidays.
Tips & tricks for successful sales | ChicagoNOW
Jason Levin, author of “Relationships to Infinity: The Art and Science of Keeping in Touch” joins to share some pro tips and secrets behind successful salespeople.
Farmers' Almanac saying goodbye after more than 200 years in publication
Editor's note: When this story was originally published, an image of the "Old Farmer's Almanac" was used.
Flight cuts amid shutdown could threaten supply chain, holiday deliveries
As flights continue to be canceled amid the shutdown, that could affect air cargo – which could eventually ripple into the supply chain and holiday deliveries. Here’s what to know.
Hooters revamps menu, updates uniforms as original owners take over
Hooters' original owners acquired the chain from bankruptcy, and are taking the restaurant back to its roots.
MD-11 planes grounded by UPS, FedEx after Kentucky crash
MD-11 planes have been grounded by UPS and FedEx following the deadly crash in Kentucky this week. Here’s what to know about the planes.
Flight cuts hit Chicago airports — travel tips from The Points Guy | ChicagoLIVE
With the Department of Transportation’s new mandate cutting up to 10% of flights from major U.S. cities — including O’Hare and Midway — travelers are being urged to plan ahead. "ChicagoLIVE" speaks with Becky Blaine, Managing Editor at The Points Guy, who shares essential travel tips, how to avoid getting stranded, and why it’s more important than ever to have a Plan B this holiday season.