PepsiCo expected to increase prices on small chip bags, report says

A new report says that PepsiCo will raise prices on some products after earlier price cuts boosted sales and helped regain customers.

Is cheap gas bad for your car?

As gas prices soar, are the cheapest gas stations OK for your car? We talked to an expert to find out.

Hooters CEO explains why the brand is getting a reset | ChicagoLIVE
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Hooters CEO Neil Kiefer joined ChicagoLIVE to discuss the company’s rebrand, its Chicago roots and why he says the goal is to bring the brand back to its original concept. He also talked about uniforms, food, customer feedback and why Chicago-area restaurants are not expected to see major changes.

SpaceX reveals plans for what could be the biggest-ever IPO

On Wednesday, SpaceX submitted documents to move forward with its highly anticipated initial public offering (IPO). Here's what to know.

Chicago City Council OKs pause on wage hike for tipped workers
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The City Council approved a compromise deal to delay the gradual increase in the subminimum wage for tipped workers in Chicago.

Subminimum wage hike delay OK’d by Chicago City Council

The City Council approved a compromise deal to delay the gradual increase in the subminimum wage for tipped workers in Chicago.

Target reports best quarterly sales growth since 2022 under new CEO

Still facing backlash over several boycott attempts, Target is reportedly seeing a surge in sales after launching a major turnaround plan under its new CEO.

Americans turning to installment plans to skip credit cards, live comfortably

More than a quarter of Americans sometimes or often turn to buy-now-pay-later purchase plans when shopping online and many of them are doing so to avoid racking up credit card debt, a new study finds. 

New study shows increase in cruise demand despite recent outbreaks

The demand for vacations going on a cruise remains high, despite recent outbreaks of multiple viruses reported aboard cruise ships this month. 

Proposed year-round E-15 bill sparks divide between corn, soybean farmers
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University of Illinois agricultural economist Dr. Scott Irwin explains why a new E-15 ethanol bill is splitting Midwest farm groups, what it could mean for drivers and fuel prices, and the hurdles still ahead in Congress.

Illinois corn farmers push for year-round E-15 ethanol sales
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Illinois Corn Growers Association President Mark Bunselmeyer explains how a proposed Senate bill allowing permanent year-round E-15 sales could impact farmers, fuel prices, and long-term crop planning across the state.

China to buy $17 billion in agricultural goods, 200 Boeing jets after Trump visit

On Sunday, the Trump administration released a fact sheet that included some of the outcomes of the president’s two-day trip, during which he met with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Call Your Mother Deli opens in Wicker Park | ChicagoLIVE
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A new bagel shop, Call Your Mother Deli, is opening a new location in Wicker Park this week, its first in Chicago.

America's biggest IPOs: How SpaceX compares

Space X’s highly anticipated stock market debut is shaping up to be the largest in Wall Street history. 

Is Gen Z revitalizing America's malls?
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New data shows Gen Z isn't killing the mall after all. They're actually spending more money there than previous generations.

Amazon is forgoing millions in tariff refunds to 'curry favor' with Trump, lawsuit claims

Amazon customers argue they should be refunded for the higher prices they paid while the tariffs struck down by the government were still in effect, but the online retailer isn't even asking for reimbursement, a lawsuit argues.

Bank of America settles 7-Eleven ATM fee lawsuit

Bank of America has settled a class action lawsuit over ATM fees that were charged at certain machines inside a popular convenience store. Here's who qualifies for payment.