Mortgage rates keep rising but buyers can still find value in shopping: Freddie Mac
The average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rose to 6.50% for the week ending Feb. 23, according to Freddie Mac's Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
The average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rose to 6.50% for the week ending Feb. 23, according to Freddie Mac's Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
How to manage and maintain a rainy day fund
Financial professor Dan Roccato dishes out tips for building and maintaining a rainy day fund in case of emergencies.
Financial professor Dan Roccato dishes out tips for building and maintaining a rainy day fund in case of emergencies.
Western Springs bakery closes after car crashes into storefront
Kirschbaum's Bakery in Western Springs is closed until further notice as they work to restore their gas lines.
Kirschbaum's Bakery in Western Springs is closed until further notice as they work to restore their gas lines.
Dollar Tree fined $254,478 by feds after what they found in this East Texas store
Dollar Tree has been fined $254,478 by the U.S. Department of Labor after workplace safety inspectors made a trip to the company's store in Mount Pleasant.
Dollar Tree has been fined $254,478 by the U.S. Department of Labor after workplace safety inspectors made a trip to the company's store in Mount Pleasant.
Illinois labor department investigating Gurnee-based pharmaceuticals company
The state labor department is investigating a Gurnee-based maker of generic drugs.
The state labor department is investigating a Gurnee-based maker of generic drugs.
FHA cuts mortgage insurance rate to make loans more affordable
The White House unveiled a new plan Wednesday to lower first-time home buyers' mortgage costs which officials say could save borrowers about $800 a year.
The White House unveiled a new plan Wednesday to lower first-time home buyers' mortgage costs which officials say could save borrowers about $800 a year.
White House unveils plan to lower mortgage costs for first-time home buyers
The White House unveiled a new plan Wednesday to lower first-time home buyers' mortgage costs which officials say could save borrowers about $800 a year.
The White House unveiled a new plan Wednesday to lower first-time home buyers' mortgage costs which officials say could save borrowers about $800 a year.
White House unveils plan to lower mortgage costs for first-time home buyers
The White House unveiled a new plan Wednesday to lower first-time home buyers' mortgage costs which officials say could save borrowers about $800 a year.
The White House unveiled a new plan Wednesday to lower first-time home buyers' mortgage costs which officials say could save borrowers about $800 a year.
IHOP to bring back free short stacks for National Pancake Day
Pancake lovers will have a chance to fill up on the buttermilk breakfast item next Tuesday.
Pancake lovers will have a chance to fill up on the buttermilk breakfast item next Tuesday.
4-day workweek boosts employee happiness while preserving productivity, major trial finds
The six-month trial, billed as the world’s largest of its kind, included 61 U.K. companies that committed to a 20% reduction in working hours for all staff — with no drop in wages.
The six-month trial, billed as the world’s largest of its kind, included 61 U.K. companies that committed to a 20% reduction in working hours for all staff — with no drop in wages.
Home Depot says it will raise pay for workers in US and Canada
The home improvement chain said every hourly employee will get a raise starting this month. The move follows pay raises by other big retailers like Walmart and Target.
The home improvement chain said every hourly employee will get a raise starting this month. The move follows pay raises by other big retailers like Walmart and Target.
Meta Verified: Facebook, Instagram testing paid service for verified accounts
Previously, Meta’s blue badges were free and reserved for notable public figures or businesses.
Previously, Meta’s blue badges were free and reserved for notable public figures or businesses.
Disney workers rebel against return to office mandate
Over 2,000 Disney employees have signed a petition addressed to CEO Bob Iger pushing him to walk back plans for a return to in-person work.
Over 2,000 Disney employees have signed a petition addressed to CEO Bob Iger pushing him to walk back plans for a return to in-person work.
Little Village's Discount Mall would lose half its vendors under proposed plan, alderman says
A crushing blow to the vendors at Little Village's Discount Mall, who were told by Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez that as many as half of them are at risk of losing their current locations.
A crushing blow to the vendors at Little Village's Discount Mall, who were told by Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez that as many as half of them are at risk of losing their current locations.
Over 100 children worked hazardous jobs for meatpacking contractor, investigators say
At least 102 children as young as 13 worked overnight shifts at meatpacking plants across the U.S.
At least 102 children as young as 13 worked overnight shifts at meatpacking plants across the U.S.
Tips for handling financial infidelity
Personal finance expert Dan Roccato defines "financial infidelity" and talks about solutions to the all-too-common problem.
Personal finance expert Dan Roccato defines "financial infidelity" and talks about solutions to the all-too-common problem.
Half of Little Village Discount Mall vendors being pushed out, alderman says
A crushing blow to the vendors at Little Village's Discount Mall, who were told by Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez that as many as half of them are at risk of losing their current locations.
A crushing blow to the vendors at Little Village's Discount Mall, who were told by Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez that as many as half of them are at risk of losing their current locations.
KFC drops 5 popular menu items to simplify menu
KFC's popular popcorn chicken is one of five menu items leaving the chain.
KFC's popular popcorn chicken is one of five menu items leaving the chain.
How to stop worrying about student loan debt
Author and entrepreneur Cedric Nash dishes out advice for those worried about paying off student loan debt.
Author and entrepreneur Cedric Nash dishes out advice for those worried about paying off student loan debt.
Restoration of vacant Hyde Park theater breathes new life into neighborhood
A historic theater that was shuttered last fall is reviving its silver screen – and will soon breathe new life into Hyde Park.
A historic theater that was shuttered last fall is reviving its silver screen – and will soon breathe new life into Hyde Park.