Target giving $500 pandemic bonuses to 375,000 frontline employees

Target has handed out bonuses before during the pandemic, and this latest one gives $500 to hundreds of thousands of frontline workers.

Lovin' Local: Sfera Sicilian Street Food
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Daniela Vitale and Steven Jarczyk from Sfera Sicilian Street Food talk about how their business has fared during the pandemic.

Understanding how to pay for college

Paying for college doesn't have to be complicated. Here's what you need to know about when and how to cover your tuition costs.

Refinancing an FHA loan? Here's everything you need to know

Did you know that it's possible to refinance an FHA loan? Here’s what you need to know before you take the plunge.

Godiva closing all its US chocolate shops as pandemic slumps sales

Belgian chocolatier Godiva will sell or close all 128 of its North American shops within the next few months, the company said this week.

Pros and cons of a cash-out mortgage refinance

Like any financial move, doing a cash-out refinance has its pros and cons. Here's what you need to know before getting started.

How the Biden presidency could impact your wallet
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Bill Bloom from Bloom Financial talks about the potential impact the Biden administration could have on your money in the years to come.

Lovin' Local: Ina Mae Tavern in West Town
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Chef Brian Jupiter of Ina Mae Tavern talks about how his business has fared since the pandemic and how they're celebrating Mardi Gras this year.

3 easy ways to increase your savings in 2021

Opening a high-yield savings account can help you reach your personal finance goals in the new year.

Do the benefits of college outweigh the costs? How to find out

When you're submitting college applications, it's important to consider student loan debt. Find out how to make the best choice for where to attend school.

What are the new FHA loan limits for 2021?

Here's how much in loans the Federal Housing Administration is offering home buyers.

Plan to cancel up to $50K in student loan debt could come with tax bomb

If you have student loans, you may be faced with a big tax bill at the end of the year if the Biden administration adopts Schumer’s call for $50,000 in student loan forgiveness.

Will you qualify for student loan forgiveness under Biden's plan?

President-elect Joe Biden outlined several promises during his presidential campaign to rescue student loan debt. But not all borrowers qualify. Find out if you are eligible for student loan forgiveness under Biden’s plan.

Chicago museums to reopen, indoor dining could resume in 'a few days'

With COVID-19 restrictions loosening up in Chicago, places like the Shedd Aquarium are getting ready to re-open their doors. Also, indoor dining at restaurants could resume in just a matter of days.

West Loop hotel brings restaurant experience to your room

Local hotels are trying new tactics to bring in business, as we wait for dining and travel restrictions to lift amid the pandemic.