Amazon pulls out of plan to build New York headquarters
Amazon abruptly abandoned plans Thursday for a big new headquarters in New York that would have brought 25,000 jobs to the city, reversing course after politicians and others objected to the nearly $3 billion in tax incentives promised to the company.
Amazon abruptly abandoned plans Thursday for a big new headquarters in New York that would have brought 25,000 jobs to the city, reversing course after politicians and others objected to the nearly $3 billion in tax incentives promised to the company.
Panel sends $15 Illinois minimum wage plan to House floor
An Illinois House committee approved a measure Wednesday that would hike the state's minimum wage to $15 within six years, setting up the legislation for an immediate floor vote and delivery to a receptive Gov. J.B. Pritzker by next week.
An Illinois House committee approved a measure Wednesday that would hike the state's minimum wage to $15 within six years, setting up the legislation for an immediate floor vote and delivery to a receptive Gov. J.B. Pritzker by next week.
Analysis: $15 minimum wage no windfall for Illinois workers
Nearly a quarter of workers in Illinois would see their pay almost double under a proposal nearing final approval in the Legislature, but inflation will take a huge bite by the time the state's minimum wage reaches $15 an hour in 2025.
Nearly a quarter of workers in Illinois would see their pay almost double under a proposal nearing final approval in the Legislature, but inflation will take a huge bite by the time the state's minimum wage reaches $15 an hour in 2025.
National debt hits new milestone, topping $22 trillion
The national debt has passed a new milestone, topping $22 trillion for the first time.
The national debt has passed a new milestone, topping $22 trillion for the first time.
IRS: Refund checks down 8% compared to last year
Think your refund is going up this year? You may want to think again. New IRS data released on Friday shows that the average refund check is down 8.4 percent compared to last year.
Think your refund is going up this year? You may want to think again. New IRS data released on Friday shows that the average refund check is down 8.4 percent compared to last year.
Coke launches new flavor for first time in a decade: Orange Vanilla
Cherry Coke is going to have some new competition.
Cherry Coke is going to have some new competition.
Major recall for more vehicles that have Takata airbags
A major recall was announced on Friday for another 1.7 million vehicles that have Takata airbags.
A major recall was announced on Friday for another 1.7 million vehicles that have Takata airbags.
Bankruptcy judge gives Sears another chance, OKs $5.2B plan
A bankruptcy judge on Thursday blessed a $5.2 billion plan by Sears chairman and biggest shareholder to keep the iconic business going.
A bankruptcy judge on Thursday blessed a $5.2 billion plan by Sears chairman and biggest shareholder to keep the iconic business going.
Ford to invest $1 billion, hire 500 at Chicago factories
Ford Motor Co.
Ford Motor Co.
Fisher-Price recalls Barbie Power Wheels Campers
Fisher-Price is voluntarily recalling about 44,000 Children's Power Wheels Barbie Dream Campers because they can keep running after the foot pedal is released.
Fisher-Price is voluntarily recalling about 44,000 Children's Power Wheels Barbie Dream Campers because they can keep running after the foot pedal is released.
Adidas pulls all-white sneaker honoring Black History Month after backlash
Adidas has pulled a shoe created in honor of Black History Month after facing backlash online.
Adidas has pulled a shoe created in honor of Black History Month after facing backlash online.
Illinois Senate committee to consider $15 minimum wage
A Senate Democrat plans to push for a phased-in $15 minimum wage in Illinois.
A Senate Democrat plans to push for a phased-in $15 minimum wage in Illinois.
Walmart paying cash bonuses to workers for good attendance
Under a new policy, Walmart workers will be getting extra cash for not calling in sick.
Under a new policy, Walmart workers will be getting extra cash for not calling in sick.
Restaurant bans 'Make America Great' hats, compares to white hoods and swastikas
An award-winning cookbook author and California restaurant owner says anyone wearing a red "Make America Great Again" baseball cap will be refused service at his restaurant.
An award-winning cookbook author and California restaurant owner says anyone wearing a red "Make America Great Again" baseball cap will be refused service at his restaurant.
Illinois business groups pitch geography-based minimum wage
Business advocates now resigned to the likelihood that Illinois will soon adopt a $15-an-hour minimum wage urged legislators Wednesday to make it a tiered approach based on geography, arguing there are vast cost-of-living differences between Chicago and more rural areas downstate.
Business advocates now resigned to the likelihood that Illinois will soon adopt a $15-an-hour minimum wage urged legislators Wednesday to make it a tiered approach based on geography, arguing there are vast cost-of-living differences between Chicago and more rural areas downstate.
How to disable FaceTime on iPhone, iPad or Mac
Apple Inc. is rushing to fix a serious bug in its FaceTime app that could allow callers to activate another user's microphone remotely. The company has made the group chat function in FaceTime unavailable. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo is urging people to turn off the app. To disable FaceTime on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac, follow these steps.
Apple Inc. is rushing to fix a serious bug in its FaceTime app that could allow callers to activate another user's microphone remotely. The company has made the group chat function in FaceTime unavailable. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo is urging people to turn off the app. To disable FaceTime on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac, follow these steps.
Fiat Chrysler recalls 182K Ram pickups; power steering can fail
Fiat Chrysler is recalling more than 182,000 pickup trucks worldwide to fix an electrical problem that can knock out the power steering.
Fiat Chrysler is recalling more than 182,000 pickup trucks worldwide to fix an electrical problem that can knock out the power steering.
Hall of Fame QB Joe Montana investing $75M in marijuana industry
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Hall of Fame quarterback Joe Montana, looking to hit pay dirt in the legal marijuana industry, is part of a $75 million investment in a pot operator, it was announced Thursday. San Jose, California-based Caliva said it will use the investment to grow a company that includes a farm, a retail store, distribution center and a delivery service. It also distributes its branded...
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Hall of Fame quarterback Joe Montana, looking to hit pay dirt in the legal marijuana industry, is part of a $75 million investment in a pot operator, it was announced Thursday. San Jose, California-based Caliva said it will use the investment to grow a company that includes a farm, a retail store, distribution center and a delivery service. It also distributes its branded...
Will robots take your job? Quarter of US workers at risk
Robots aren't replacing everyone, but a quarter of U.S. jobs will be severely disrupted as artificial intelligence accelerates the automation of existing work, according to a new Brookings Institution report.
Robots aren't replacing everyone, but a quarter of U.S. jobs will be severely disrupted as artificial intelligence accelerates the automation of existing work, according to a new Brookings Institution report.
Sweethearts candy hearts won't be available for Valentine's Day 2019
Valentine's Day just won't be the same this year, as Sweethearts candy hearts will not be on store shelves for the first time in a century.
Valentine's Day just won't be the same this year, as Sweethearts candy hearts will not be on store shelves for the first time in a century.