'Career cushioning,' latest workplace trend, has employees trying to protect themselves heading into 2024

A workplace trend known as "career cushioning" has employees setting up Plan B initiatives — so that if they're downsized by their companies, they're prepared for it. Here's what to know.

Gas prices are creeping up
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Gas prices are going up as travelers hit the road for the holidays.

Illinois Made Holiday Gift Guide has you covered
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Looking to grab some last minute holiday gifts? The Illinois Office of Tourism showcases local makers during the holidays with their Illinois Made program. Two of the newly inducted makers joined Good Day Chicago with some of their products

Holiday TV shopping guide: Buying tips for gamers, streamers and everyone in-between

For those who are looking to buy a new TV for the holidays, you might be in a bit of a bind right now. With Christmas just five days away, you need to figure out which one is right for you and fast.

Holiday TV shopping guide: Buying tips for gamers, streamers and everyone in-between
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For those who are looking to buy a new TV for the holidays, you might be in a bit of a bind right now. With Christmas just five days away, you need to figure out which one is right for you and fast.

Wear Felicity complaints skyrocket as holidays approach
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A Chicago jewelry store is under fire from customers who still haven't received orders they purchased weeks ago.

How to start a side hustle
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TEDx keynote speaker and business strategist Jennifer Morilla lays out tips for starting and developing your side hustle.

These are the most affordable cities to buy a home in 2024: Realtor.com

Realtor.com released the top 100 ranking metros for 2024, including affordable markets in the Northeast and Midwest such as Toledo, Ohio, and Rochester, New York, alongside several Southern California markets.

US Steel sold for over $14 billion to Nippon Steel

U.S. Steel, the Pittsburgh steel producer that played a key role in the nation's industrialization, is being acquired by Nippon Steel in an all-cash deal valued at approximately $14.1 billion.

Costco sold $100 million in gold bars last quarter

CFO Richard Galanti said in September that the gold bars are 'typically gone within a few hours.'

Financial moves to help you save money in 2024
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With just two weeks left in 2023, now is the time to consider four easy year-end financial moves that could help you save in 2024.

Voodoo Doughnut to launch first Chicago location this Saturday
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A popular Portland-based donut chain will be opening a new location in Chicago this weekend. They gave FOX 32 a sneak peek on Orange Friday.

Illinois regulators reject ComEd's $1.5 billion rate hike proposal
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State regulators have rejected a proposed rate hike of one-and-a-half billion dollars for ComEd, citing concerns that the associated electrical grid plan did not align with the requirements outlined in the new Clean Energy Law signed by Governor JB Pritzker.

How to avoid gift card scams this holiday season
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If you're buying a gift card for someone as the holidays near, be sure to follows some simple steps to avoid getting scammed.

Here's who may qualify for $10,000 in student debt relief under Biden's new forgiveness plan

The Biden administration has taken the next step toward its plan B for student loan forgiveness after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down its first debt forgiveness attempt.

Amazon testing grocery subscription service in these cities

Amazon is piloting a grocery delivery subscription service that would give Prime members in select cities unlimited grocery deliveries for $9.99 a month.