How to improve your financial situation going into the New Year
Now is a good time to start fixing your finances before the New Year begins. More than 60% of people are living paycheck to paycheck, according to a new study. Financial Planner Jessica Debold has some tips to consider this holiday season.
Chicago woman charged with unemployment, COVID-19 relief fraud: prosecutors
A Chicago woman was accused of small business loan and unemployment benefits fraud following a federal investigation.
Holiday Gift Guide for tweens with Steve Noviello
From lava lamps and jewelry to stunt planes and new razor scooters, Steve Noviello has gift ideas for tweens.
Record-setting holiday sales hit $12 billion
While the latest Fox News poll finds that more than 75 percent of Americans believe the economy is in bad shape, shoppers are still spending.
Charlie Munger, friend and business partner of Warren Buffett, dead at 99
Berkshire Hathaway announced the passing of Charlie Munger, the billionaire and vice chairman of the company, as well as longtime partner of Warren Buffett.
Chicago-based grocers Foxtrot, Dom?s Kitchen announce merger
Foxtrot Market and Dom's Kitchen & Market are planning to combine in a major merger of two Chicago-based grocery stores.
Cyber Monday kicks off busy package delivery season
Today is expected to be a record-breaking Cyber Monday, and online retailers like Amazon are going all out. But today's shopping craze isn't just good business for retailers.
Chicago-based grocers Foxtrot and Dom’s Kitchen announce merger
Foxtrot Market and Dom's Kitchen & Market are planning to combine in a major merger of two Chicago-based grocery stores.
7-year-old Grant Park girl erasing school lunch debt with handcrafted ornaments
A Grant Park girl is decking the halls with a good deed. Through her own ornament sales, she's eliminating school lunch debt.
Southport Holiday Stroll & Cocktail Crawl happening this Friday
The annual Holiday Stroll returns to the Southport Corridor this upcoming Friday with caroler and cocktails. The shopping district will be decked in holiday d?cor and all participating businesses will be open until 9 p.m.
Lincoln Square, Ravenswood local businesses offer unique holiday gifts
Studies show that about 68 cents of every dollar spent at a local business is reinvested in your community. Lincoln Square and Ravenswood offer plenty of stores to shop small this holiday season.
Small Business Saturday brings out big crowds in Lincoln Square
With Christmas decorations now shining bright, thousands entered stores along Lincoln Avenue for Small Business Saturday.
Shop local for Small Business Saturday with Lotus Noir
Lotus Noir CEO/founder Erika Nicole turned her downfall into a luxury brand. Nicole was laid off work this year and decided to put more time into her own brand.
Holiday spending expected to smash records
With Black Friday approaching fast, retailers are already seeing an increase in spending this holiday season. The National Retail Federation says 182 million people are expected to shop in person and online between Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday.
Small Business Saturday crucial for local retailers
Black Friday can be a fun tradition, but there is one holiday that's a little more meaningful for some.
Sam Altman reinstated as OpenAI CEO days after being ousted, along with new board
The ousted leader of ChatGPT-maker OpenAI is returning to the company that fired him late last week, culminating a days-long power struggle that shocked the tech industry.
IRS delays $600 payment reporting rule for Venmo, Cash App and other payment apps
The IRS announced on Tuesday that it will delay implementing its $600 tax reporting requirement that was to take effect for the 2023 tax filing season.
Small Business Saturday encourages support for local shops in Chicago
As the holiday season kicks off, Chicago residents are gearing up for Small Business Saturday, a campaign aimed at highlighting and supporting local businesses in the city.
Small Business Saturday is November 25
It's time to start thinking about gifts for loved ones for the holidays!
Gen Z attitude toward 9-to-5 job sparking debate about the difference in generational work ethics
Research shows Gen Z has different priorities when it comes to their workday. But, experts argue it's less about their willingness to work and more about their approach to work.