UAW strike: Talks continue between union and automakers
Around 13,000 American autoworkers walked off the job Friday after their union was unable to agree on a new contract with Detroit's automakers. That number could jump dramatically if a deal can't be reached soon, part of an ongoing strike that could have a major impact on the economy.
Around 13,000 American autoworkers walked off the job Friday after their union was unable to agree on a new contract with Detroit's automakers. That number could jump dramatically if a deal can't be reached soon, part of an ongoing strike that could have a major impact on the economy.
UAW begins historic strike against big 3 automakers
Car factories have grinded to a halt in three states as 13,000 workers walked off the job overnight. The UAW has begun an historic strike against all three Detroit automakers.
Car factories have grinded to a halt in three states as 13,000 workers walked off the job overnight. The UAW has begun an historic strike against all three Detroit automakers.
Lyft adds new safety feature for women and nonbinary drivers, riders
The goal of the new service is twofold, Lyft says: It’s meant to both increase safety and encourage more women and nonbinary people to drive for Lyft.
The goal of the new service is twofold, Lyft says: It’s meant to both increase safety and encourage more women and nonbinary people to drive for Lyft.
Johnson & Johnson ditching script logo after 130 years
The health care and pharmaceutical giant will gradually phase out the cursive script logo on its branding and products.
The health care and pharmaceutical giant will gradually phase out the cursive script logo on its branding and products.
Map: Here's the minimum annual income required to be middle class in each state
Inflation has surged in the past few years, peaking at 9% in June 2022. That means some families who were middle class in 2020 may no longer be in that category.
Inflation has surged in the past few years, peaking at 9% in June 2022. That means some families who were middle class in 2020 may no longer be in that category.
Durbin pushes lawmakers to pass Credit Card Competition Act
Lawmakers are once again pushing to make credit card use easier for consumers and retailers. Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin urged other lawmakers on Wednesday to pass the Credit Card Competition Act.
Lawmakers are once again pushing to make credit card use easier for consumers and retailers. Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin urged other lawmakers on Wednesday to pass the Credit Card Competition Act.
Controversy erupts in Highland Park over city's attempted 'poverty simulation'
Community members in Highland Park are sharing mixed reactions over a controversial – and now-canceled – event meant to simulate what it’s like to live in poverty.
Community members in Highland Park are sharing mixed reactions over a controversial – and now-canceled – event meant to simulate what it’s like to live in poverty.
JM Smucker to acquire Hostess in $5.6B deal
Hostess, the maker of snack classics like Twinkies and HoHos, is being sold to J.M. Smucker in a cash-and-stock deal worth about $5.6 billion.
Hostess, the maker of snack classics like Twinkies and HoHos, is being sold to J.M. Smucker in a cash-and-stock deal worth about $5.6 billion.
Student loan payments resume for first time since pandemic
Personal finance expert Rachel Cruze breaks down what you need to know as student loan payments resume.
Personal finance expert Rachel Cruze breaks down what you need to know as student loan payments resume.
Apple to move from lightning charger to USB-C format for iPhones
Apple will reportedly soon change how its next models of iPhones charge.
Apple will reportedly soon change how its next models of iPhones charge.
New $2B electric vehicle battery factory coming to Manteno
Alongside J.B. Pritzker, Chinese manufacturer Gotion announced Friday it will be building a new $2 billion electric vehicle battery gigafactory in south suburban Manteno.
Alongside J.B. Pritzker, Chinese manufacturer Gotion announced Friday it will be building a new $2 billion electric vehicle battery gigafactory in south suburban Manteno.
Here's where Kroger and Albertsons are selling stores ahead of their merger
Kroger and Albertsons will sell more than 400 stores and other assets for about $1.9 billion, seeking to clear a path for a merger with antitrust regulators reviewing a deal that would unify two of the nation's largest grocery chains.
Kroger and Albertsons will sell more than 400 stores and other assets for about $1.9 billion, seeking to clear a path for a merger with antitrust regulators reviewing a deal that would unify two of the nation's largest grocery chains.
How to save money on back-to-school shopping
Discount and dollar stores are a must-have for parents looking to save money during their back-to-school shopping.
Discount and dollar stores are a must-have for parents looking to save money during their back-to-school shopping.
Bill Gates' foundation trust bets big on Bud Light comeback
The Microsoft co-founder's foundation trust bought nearly $100 million in battered Anheuser-Busch stock.
The Microsoft co-founder's foundation trust bought nearly $100 million in battered Anheuser-Busch stock.
Here is how you can avoid a tax refund shock next year
Next year’s tax refund shouldn’t be a shock to Americans if they take stock of their income taxes mid-year, according to Jackson Hewitt.
Next year’s tax refund shouldn’t be a shock to Americans if they take stock of their income taxes mid-year, according to Jackson Hewitt.
Tyson Foods to test driverless trucks, transforming meat transportation
Tyson Foods, Inc. is entering the realm of self-driving vehicles through a partnership with Gatik AI, Inc. The meat processing and marketing giant plans to deploy autonomous refrigerated box trucks on predetermined short-haul routes in northwest Arkansas.
Tyson Foods, Inc. is entering the realm of self-driving vehicles through a partnership with Gatik AI, Inc. The meat processing and marketing giant plans to deploy autonomous refrigerated box trucks on predetermined short-haul routes in northwest Arkansas.
These are the most affordable states to buy a home
A new report reveals the top most affordable states in the U.S. But some states on the East Coast have particularly high home prices. Here’s what you need to know.
A new report reveals the top most affordable states in the U.S. But some states on the East Coast have particularly high home prices. Here’s what you need to know.
Loud demonstration outside Kinzie Hotel in support of 12 workers locked out of their jobs
There was a loud demonstration outside the Kinzie Hotel in River North, in support of 12 workers who were locked out of their jobs after they participated in an informational picket.
There was a loud demonstration outside the Kinzie Hotel in River North, in support of 12 workers who were locked out of their jobs after they participated in an informational picket.
Fidelity reveals how much money you need to retire for the lifestyle 'you're hoping for'
Fidelity gives guidance to 'encourage people to save for retirement.'
Fidelity gives guidance to 'encourage people to save for retirement.'
Interest resumes on federal student loan debt
Friday is a day many student loan borrowers have not been looking forward to. Interest is once again accumulating on federal student loans, with payments starting up in October. Sam Kraemer has expert advice on how to avoid falling behind.
Friday is a day many student loan borrowers have not been looking forward to. Interest is once again accumulating on federal student loans, with payments starting up in October. Sam Kraemer has expert advice on how to avoid falling behind.