Shell reports nearly $7 billion profits amid war with Iran
Shell posted stronger-than-expected quarterly profits as the surge in earnings was fueled by rising global fuel prices stemming from the ongoing conflict between the U.S. and Iran.
Shell posted stronger-than-expected quarterly profits as the surge in earnings was fueled by rising global fuel prices stemming from the ongoing conflict between the U.S. and Iran.
DISH Network to repay $17M over allegations of misusing COVID-era funds
DISH Network has agreed to pay $17.2 million after it allegedly claimed federal funds through a COVID-19-era program that helped low-income families.
DISH Network has agreed to pay $17.2 million after it allegedly claimed federal funds through a COVID-19-era program that helped low-income families.
‘Let’s buy Spirit’ TikTok campaign unexpectedly goes viral
A TikTok campaign to buy Spirit Airlines has gained so much momentum that thousands of people have backed it, more than $130 million has been pledged and scam sites have spawned.
A TikTok campaign to buy Spirit Airlines has gained so much momentum that thousands of people have backed it, more than $130 million has been pledged and scam sites have spawned.
Video gambling debate in Chicago area grows over crime, revenue concerns
A debate over expanding video gambling in Chicago is intensifying. Supporters tout potential revenue and critics warn of crime, addiction risks.
A debate over expanding video gambling in Chicago is intensifying. Supporters tout potential revenue and critics warn of crime, addiction risks.
Marijuana reclassified federally, bringing major changes to Illinois cannabis industry
Cannabis has been moved to a less restrictive federal category, a historic shift expected to expand research and growth for Illinois businesses while it remains illegal at the federal level.
Cannabis has been moved to a less restrictive federal category, a historic shift expected to expand research and growth for Illinois businesses while it remains illegal at the federal level.
Push for $25 minimum wage gains momentum amid rising costs
Chicago leaders are backing a proposal to raise the federal minimum wage to $25 an hour, arguing stagnant pay hasn’t kept up with soaring costs for essentials like gas, housing and healthcare.
Chicago leaders are backing a proposal to raise the federal minimum wage to $25 an hour, arguing stagnant pay hasn’t kept up with soaring costs for essentials like gas, housing and healthcare.
Spirit Airlines shutdown disrupts travel nationwide, leaves 17,000 workers jobless
The sudden collapse of Spirit Airlines has caused major travel disruptions at O’Hare and across the country while thousands of employees scramble for jobs and assistance after losing income and benefits overnight.
The sudden collapse of Spirit Airlines has caused major travel disruptions at O’Hare and across the country while thousands of employees scramble for jobs and assistance after losing income and benefits overnight.
GameStop makes $56 billion bid to buy eBay
GameStop launched a bid to purchase eBay in a proposed merger CEO Ryan Cohen believes can transform the companies into a major competitor for Amazon.
GameStop launched a bid to purchase eBay in a proposed merger CEO Ryan Cohen believes can transform the companies into a major competitor for Amazon.
McDonald’s is quietly ditching a popular in-store feature nationwide
McDonald's is ending an era when it comes to soft drinks, and changes will roll out gradually as restaurants are remodeled or updated.
McDonald's is ending an era when it comes to soft drinks, and changes will roll out gradually as restaurants are remodeled or updated.
Clinique and M.A.C.-owner Estée Lauder to cut 3,000 more jobs, mainly at its stores
Estée Lauder revealed this week thousands of more job cuts are in the works as the company continues its restructuring effort. The announcement came Friday as the company also increased its annual profit forecast, sending shares higher in pre-market trading.
Estée Lauder revealed this week thousands of more job cuts are in the works as the company continues its restructuring effort. The announcement came Friday as the company also increased its annual profit forecast, sending shares higher in pre-market trading.
Meli Café in Greektown abruptly closes after 20 years
A longtime neighborhood staple in Chicago’s Greektown has unexpectedly shut its doors after two decades in business.
A longtime neighborhood staple in Chicago’s Greektown has unexpectedly shut its doors after two decades in business.
Sorry, Jeeves: Ask.com shuts down search after nearly 30 years
Ask.com posted a farewell message on its website, announcing that the search engine would shut down as of Friday, May 1.
Ask.com posted a farewell message on its website, announcing that the search engine would shut down as of Friday, May 1.
Spirit Airlines shutting down immediately: What customers can do
Airlines are offering capped ticket prices and relief for Spirit Airlines customers after the company's sudden closure, but only for a limited time.
Airlines are offering capped ticket prices and relief for Spirit Airlines customers after the company's sudden closure, but only for a limited time.
Chicago taco spot’s Cinco de Mayo charity drive sparks debate
Tacombi plans to donate 100% of its Cinco de Mayo sales to build a school in Mexico, drawing both praise and criticism from some who question why the funds aren’t staying local.
Tacombi plans to donate 100% of its Cinco de Mayo sales to build a school in Mexico, drawing both praise and criticism from some who question why the funds aren’t staying local.
Record number of Americans dissatisfied with their pay, survey shows
Americans are pulling back on job searches even as dissatisfaction with pay and career prospects worsens, according to recent survey data.
Americans are pulling back on job searches even as dissatisfaction with pay and career prospects worsens, according to recent survey data.
Chanel’s bizarre new sandal has everyone arguing | ChicagoNOW
Would you wear this? "ChicagoNOW" hosts react to Chanel’s unusual new sandal design, and let’s just say the opinions were strong.
Would you wear this? "ChicagoNOW" hosts react to Chanel’s unusual new sandal design, and let’s just say the opinions were strong.
No workplace retirement plan? Trump's new site aims to change that
Trump’s executive order calls for a new government website where people in the U.S. can find and compare retirement savings accounts, aiming to help millions of workers who don’t have access to one through their employer.
Trump’s executive order calls for a new government website where people in the U.S. can find and compare retirement savings accounts, aiming to help millions of workers who don’t have access to one through their employer.
More parents having fewer kids due to rising costs, survey reveals
Parents say raising kids is getting more expensive, forcing many into debt and even changing how many children they plan to have, according to a survey.
Parents say raising kids is getting more expensive, forcing many into debt and even changing how many children they plan to have, according to a survey.
Fed holds rates steady in Powell’s possible final chair meeting — What comes next?
The Federal Reserve held its benchmark interest rate steady at 3.6% for the third consecutive meeting but indicated it may cut rates in the coming months.
The Federal Reserve held its benchmark interest rate steady at 3.6% for the third consecutive meeting but indicated it may cut rates in the coming months.
Costco updates iconic $1.50 hot dog combo for 1st time in 40 years
The $1.50 Costco hot dog combo just got its first makeover since the '80s.
The $1.50 Costco hot dog combo just got its first makeover since the '80s.