Man charged for seeking PPP loans for fake companies with 'Game of Thrones' names

The fraudulent businesses the man sought out loans for included “White Walker,” “Khaleesi,” and “The Night’s Watch,” according to the DOJ.

What should you use a personal loan for?

From an emergency to a big-ticket purchase, personal loans can provide the funding you need.

Mortgage and refinance rates today, Oct. 1: How to take advantage

Here's a look at today's mortgage and refinance rates for October 1, 2020. This year, mortgage rates have hit record lows nine times. Will rates keep dropping?

Lovin' Local: Testaccio now open in Logan Square
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Anyone who frequents Chicago's magnificent restaurants knows that just about every culture on the planet is well-represented and today's Lovin? Local offers dishes inspired by Rome and the Mediterranean.

NASCAR pulls out of Joliet's Chicagoland Speedway

The Chicagoland Speedway hosted Nascar events for more than two decades, but now they are pulling out.

American will furlough 19,000 as clock runs out on airlines

American Airlines will begin furloughing 19,000 employees on Thursday after lawmakers and the White House failed to agree on a broad pandemic-relief package that includes more federal aid for airlines.

Homeowners who need cash now should try these 3 things

Homeowners in need of cash may want to consider a mortgage refinance loan, balance transfer credit card, or personal loan.

How to get a $20,000 personal loan

A variety of loan options are available, but your credit score is a deciding factor.

Lovin' Local: Saraboo Creek
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Saraboo Creek was forced to close all three of its locations for months while waiting for the governor to lift shutdown orders and recently suffered another gut punch as we approach the holidays. Cindy Crawford of Naperville talks about it in today?s Lovin? Local.

Chicago company selling face shields amid pandemic

"Each shield is only $2.99, and it turns your favorite hat into the most comfortable facial development."

Is paying off your credit cards in full bad?

Paying down your credit card is always a good idea. But is paying it off completely a credit score no-no?

Coca-Cola will launch its first alcoholic beverage in 2021

Molson Coors Beverage Company entered into an agreement with The Coca-Cola Company to launch its first alcoholic beverage in the country.

Disney to lay off 28,000 workers at its parks in California, Florida

Disney is laying off 28,000 U.S.-based employees across its Parks, Experiences and Products division due to continued struggles caused by the coronavirus pandemic, the company announced in a statement on Tuesday.

Former ComEd vice president pleads guilty in ongoing bribery probe

A former ComEd vice president pleaded guilty Tuesday to his role in what prosecutors say was a long-running bribery conspiracy in which the energy utility sought legislative support from one of Illinois’ most powerful Democrats, House Speaker Michael Madigan.

Can I get a personal loan if I have student loans?

When you have student loans, getting a personal loan can be tricky. Lenders may see you as a risk. But there are ways to improve your chances of qualifying.

Pros and cons of high-yield savings accounts

Yes, interest rates are low right now. That doesn’t mean there aren’t good deals to be had with high yield savings accounts.