Private student loan refinance season begins: Here's what you need to know

November and December are some of the most popular times to refinance private student loan debt. Should you consider refinancing your loans?

High Ridge YMCA to close in January

After nearly 70 years in the community, the High Ridge YMCA in West Rogers Park will be shuttered at the end of January due to ongoing financial issues, which worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Lovin' Local: Rhee360 - Live the life you deserve
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Syreeta Talbert talks about founding Rhee360 and how her business has adapted during the pandemic.

How much are the stimulus payments and who will get them?

Congress is expected to pass a $900 billion COVID relief bill that includes another round of stimulus checks for most Americans after top negotiators reached a deal over the weekend.

Coca-Cola laying off 2,200 workers as it pares brands

The Coca-Cola Co. said Thursday it’s laying off 2,200 workers, or 17% of its global workforce, as part of a larger restructuring aimed at paring down its business units and brands.

5 things to do when student loan forbearance ends

Student loan forbearance put into place due to COVID-19 will end on December 31 if lawmakers don't act. Here's how to prepare.

Lovin' Local: Tre Kronor in Andersonville
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Patty Rasmussen and Larry Anderson talk about how their business has fared since the onset of the pandemic.