Chicago takes aim at 'unsafe' dollar stores with proposal to restrict new openings
A new proposal is looking to crack down on dollar stores in the city of Chicago. Supporters say the goal is to address consumers complaints about the state of some Dollar Tree and Family Dollar locations.
Chicago Loop Alliance's Q4 report shows across-the-board growth in all sectors
The Chicago Loop Alliance has released its fourth-quarter report.
'Loud budgeting' goes viral: What to know about this hot money trend
Members of Gen Z are shocked by high cost of everything — and are making some notable adjustments.
Subway sidekicks: Footlong pretzels, sweet treats added to menu
The Subway Sidekicks menu rolls out nationwide Jan. 22.
McDonald's quietly brings back fan-favorite for a limited time
McDonald's has said goodbye to its seasonal McDonald's Holiday Pie — but the fast food chain is bringing back a fan favorite treat to replace it.
Macy's to slash 2,350 jobs, close 5 stores in move to embrace technology: report
Famed retailer Macy's is planning on shuttering five storefronts and laying off over 2,000 employees; here's the list of closures.
Chicago's longtime full-service gas station bids farewell as Kean Brothers retire after 70 years
A last glimpse of "the good old days" is fading away on Chicago’s South Side.
Biden just shortened the timeline to student loan forgiveness for these borrowers
Borrowers already enrolled in SAVE who initially took out $12,000 or less for college may have their loans forgiven soon.
Mary Poppins bag lawsuit: Uniqlo accuses Shein of copying hit product
The Uniqlo bag is praised on TikTok and other social media as roomy but also light and compact.
Aldi eliminates plastic shopping bags from US stores
Aldi has completely removed plastic shopping bags from all of its stores in the U.S., the discount supermarket chain announced.
IRS waiving $1 billion in penalty taxes, will kick off 2024 tax season on Jan. 29
The 2024 tax season gets officially underway at the end of January and some taxpayers could see tax penalties waived, the IRS said.
Sam's Club will stop checking receipts at the door and do this instead
The Warehouse club is using this new method to enhance the shopping experience for customers.
Washington AG sues to block Kroger and Albertsons merger, warning of higher grocery prices
Meanwhile, Kroger and Albertsons say they must merge to compete with Walmart, Amazon and other major companies that have stepped into the grocery business.
Major bank announces elimination of 20,000 jobs after losses
Citigroup announced a net loss of $1.8 billion in the fourth quarter.