Walmart laying off hundreds of employees, relocating many remote workers

Walmart is laying off hundreds of employees at its campus offices, as well as relocating many remote employees. Here’s what to know.

City Newsstand celebrates 46 years in Six Corners
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A local corner news stand has come a long way since it first opened in 1978. FOX 32's Gabby Premus has more on how City Newsstand is getting ready to celebrate its 46th anniversary.

More Americans to qualify for Social Security under new SNAP rule

The Social Security Administration has expanded the definition of a public assistance household to include SNAP recipients, broadening eligibility and potentially increasing benefits for more Americans.

Rue21 files for bankruptcy, will close all stores

Another teen clothing retailer that's been a mall staple for years is shuttering all its stores.

Art Institutes borrowers to get student debt cancellation, Biden says

The president and Education Secretary Miguel Cardona described the Art Institutes as "predatory" and said the new handouts would help students who were victims of their actions.

Federal Reserve opts to keep interest rates steady for 6 month in a row
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The Federal Reserve has decided to keep interest rates steady for a sixth time in a row, raising questions on what that means for the average American.

Chicago woman sentenced in $16M COVID-relief fraud scheme

A Chicago woman was sentenced to 18 months in federal prison for her role in a conspiracy to fraudulently obtain more than $16 million in small business loans and grants from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.

Ways women can jockey for a higher salary in today's market
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Career wellness coach Elizabeth Pearson breaks down several ways women can be assertive and dictate their own salary in a competitive workplace.

Credit card hacks to help you manage your finances
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Consumer reporter Steve Noviello breaks down several credit card hacks that you may not have known about.

How often should you go to the grocery store and how much to spend?

Research shows consumers are spending an average of $174 per grocery store visit in 2024, leading to more deliberate and less frequent shopping trips.

How to break bad spending habits
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Overconsumption is rampant on social media, causing consumers to develop poor spending habits. Consumer finance expert Andrea Woroch identifies bad habits that may be wasting your money and explains how to stop them.

Former NFL player Walter Mendenhall launches small business incubator Co-llab in Englewood
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Former NFL player and Skokie native Walter Mendenhall is giving back to the community. His new collab hub in Englewood is helping hundreds of young Chicagoans find jobs and even kickstart their careers

Naperville bakery 'Moose & Me' hires employees of all abilities

A Naperville bakery wants to showcase the different abilities of their employees, proving that differences are just like sprinkles. They add a touch of color to our lives. 

Naperville bakery 'Moose & Me' hires employees with all abilities
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A Naperville bakery wants to showcase the different abilities of their employees, proving that differences are just like sprinkles. They add a touch of color to our lives.

How much money it takes to be 'rich' in America for 2024

A recent GOBankingRates study utilizing IRS data reveals that the income required to be considered "rich" varies widely across the U.S., reflecting regional differences in cost of living, local economies, and tax structures.