US home prices hit a new record high in November
US home prices rise again in November as inventory shortage persists
US home prices rise again in November as inventory shortage persists
Atlanta-based UPS announces plan to cut 12K jobs worldwide
Atlanta-based United Parcel Service Inc. is planning to cut 12,000 jobs worldwide and explore the sale of its Coyote truck brokerage business in response to soft demand and higher union labor costs in 2023.
Atlanta-based United Parcel Service Inc. is planning to cut 12,000 jobs worldwide and explore the sale of its Coyote truck brokerage business in response to soft demand and higher union labor costs in 2023.
Ravinia Brewing Company faces threat of closure in trademark dispute with Ravinia Festival
For nearly six years, Ravinia Brewing has been serving craft beer in Highland Park, more recently at a taproom in Logan Square. But now, they say they?re in danger of being bullied out of business by the much bigger Ravinia music festival.
For nearly six years, Ravinia Brewing has been serving craft beer in Highland Park, more recently at a taproom in Logan Square. But now, they say they?re in danger of being bullied out of business by the much bigger Ravinia music festival.
Ravinia Brewing Company faces threat of closure in trademark dispute with Ravinia Festival
For nearly six years, Ravinia Brewing has been serving craft beer in Highland Park, more recently at a taproom in Logan Square. But now, they say they’re in danger of being bullied out of business by the much bigger Ravinia music festival.
For nearly six years, Ravinia Brewing has been serving craft beer in Highland Park, more recently at a taproom in Logan Square. But now, they say they’re in danger of being bullied out of business by the much bigger Ravinia music festival.
Ravinia Brewing could close amid legal battle with Ravinia Festival
A north suburban brewery could be forced to close as it fights Ravinia Festival over a copyright lawsuit.
A north suburban brewery could be forced to close as it fights Ravinia Festival over a copyright lawsuit.
New way to file federal tax return for free
The IRS is offering a new option to filed your federal tax return for free this year. They are launching Direct File for eligible Americans.
The IRS is offering a new option to filed your federal tax return for free this year. They are launching Direct File for eligible Americans.
Chicago dollar store crackdown: City Council vote delayed as sponsor rejects business-backed compromise
Far Southwest Side Ald. Matt O’Shea (19th) on Monday called off a showdown vote on his proposal to tighten regulations on Chicago’s 150 dollar stores after rejecting a proposed compromise floated by three prominent business groups.
Far Southwest Side Ald. Matt O’Shea (19th) on Monday called off a showdown vote on his proposal to tighten regulations on Chicago’s 150 dollar stores after rejecting a proposed compromise floated by three prominent business groups.
IRS begins accepting tax returns starting today
Today marks the first day the IRS begins accepting and processing 2023 tax returns.
Today marks the first day the IRS begins accepting and processing 2023 tax returns.
Tax season kicks off with some changes
It's officially tax season. The IRS has rolled out a few tweaks this year to account for higher-than-normal inflation last year.
It's officially tax season. The IRS has rolled out a few tweaks this year to account for higher-than-normal inflation last year.
Americans living paycheck to paycheck
More than half of Americans said they would not be able to afford a $1,000 emergency expense, according to a recent survey. Economic analyst Mark Hamrick has some tips on how to build up an emergency savings account.
More than half of Americans said they would not be able to afford a $1,000 emergency expense, according to a recent survey. Economic analyst Mark Hamrick has some tips on how to build up an emergency savings account.
IRS launches its free-filing pilot program in 12 US states
With tax season kicking off Monday, the IRS is rolling out a new online option for filing your 2023 returns. Here's how it works.
With tax season kicking off Monday, the IRS is rolling out a new online option for filing your 2023 returns. Here's how it works.
Layoff list: Major tech companies that have cut jobs so far in 2024
More than 20,000 jobs have already been shed in the tech industry just three weeks into the new year, according to one layoff tracking site.
More than 20,000 jobs have already been shed in the tech industry just three weeks into the new year, according to one layoff tracking site.
Class action lawsuit accuses Dunkin’ of discrimination for charging extra for non-dairy milk alternatives
The Dunkin' lawsuit claims customers have been charged extra for drinks made with soy milk and other non-dairy alternatives.
The Dunkin' lawsuit claims customers have been charged extra for drinks made with soy milk and other non-dairy alternatives.
Most Americans cannot afford a $1K emergency expense
Thirty-five percent of adults surveyed said they'd have to borrow money if they had a $1,000 unexpected expense.
Thirty-five percent of adults surveyed said they'd have to borrow money if they had a $1,000 unexpected expense.
Study: Gen Z, millennials are ‘obsessed’ with idea of being rich
The study found that nearly 60% of millennials said they feel behind financially, likely contributing to feelings of financial inadequacy.
The study found that nearly 60% of millennials said they feel behind financially, likely contributing to feelings of financial inadequacy.
Temu plans to open its marketplace to US, European sellers
Temu, the China-founded online retailer surging in popularity in the United States, is opening its platform to U.S. and European sellers.
Temu, the China-founded online retailer surging in popularity in the United States, is opening its platform to U.S. and European sellers.
Biden cancels another $5 billion in student loan forgiveness – Here's who is impacted
The Biden Administration announced an additional $5 billion in student loan forgiveness that impacts borrowers using the income-driven repayment (IDR) and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) plans.
The Biden Administration announced an additional $5 billion in student loan forgiveness that impacts borrowers using the income-driven repayment (IDR) and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) plans.
Illinois tax season 2024: Here's when the state, IRS will send out refunds
Here's everything Illinois residents need to know about this year's tax season.
Here's everything Illinois residents need to know about this year's tax season.
When will the IRS send out tax refunds
The IRS says most taxpayers should expect their refund within 21 days of filing but it could take longer for some.
The IRS says most taxpayers should expect their refund within 21 days of filing but it could take longer for some.
Chicago dollar store ordinance faces setback as alderman tables measure amid opposition
A Chicago City Council measure that aims to restrict the locations where new dollar stores can be established in the city is facing a setback.
A Chicago City Council measure that aims to restrict the locations where new dollar stores can be established in the city is facing a setback.