Christmas trees in high demand amid national shortage
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Millions of families are starting to deck the halls for the holidays. Even though inflation has driven up prices, Christmas tree businesses are bustling.

Student loan payments render the holidays unaffordable for many: survey

Student loan repayments will make the season unaffordable for many Gen Z and millennials this year, according to a recent Credit Karma survey.

How to improve your financial situation going into the New Year
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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.

Holiday Gift Guide for tweens with Steve Noviello
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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
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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
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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
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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.

Southport Holiday Stroll & Cocktail Crawl happening this Friday
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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
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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.

Shop local for Small Business Saturday with Lotus Noir
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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
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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.