Cook County cuts late penalty for property taxes

The penalty for paying your property taxes late has been slashed in half in Cook County.

USDA issues public health alert for Trader Joe's frozen food that may contain rocks

The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued a public health alert Wednesday for a frozen pilaf sold at Trader Joe's grocery stores after multiple complaints about rocks in the food.

Wendy's cheeseburger is free this week to celebrate ‘Where’s the Beef?’ ad

The Wendy’s cheeseburger is free this week in celebration of its famous “Where’s the Beef?” commercial that aired during the Super Bowl in 1984.

Deadly listeria outbreak linked to cotija cheese, queso fresco, more dairy products, CDC says

The decade-long outbreak of listeria across 11 U.S. states has been linked to a cheese and dairy company in California. Two people have died and at least 26 have been sickened.

Valentine's Day gift ideas, from flowers to food
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Valentine's Day is about a week away and if you're still looking for a gift for that special someone, Steve Noviello has got you covered.

National Pizza Day deals 2024: Where to score cheesy discounts and freebies

Whether one prefers thin crust or deep dish, square cut or triangle cut — pizza always hits the spot. Here are some deals in honor of National Pizza Day this week.

Ordering flowers for Valentine's Day? What to buy to save big

With Valentine's Day about a week away, Chicago florists are bracing for a flurry of activity. In a FOX 32 special money saver report, local experts share their tips on how to save a few bucks when picking which buds to buy.

How to save money on Valentine's Day flowers
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With Valentine's Day about a week away, Chicago florists are bracing for a flurry of activity. In a FOX 32 special money saver report, local experts share their tips on how to save a few bucks when picking which buds to buy.

Honda recalls over 750,000 vehicles to fix faulty passenger seat air bag sensor

The Honda recall, which covers many Honda and Acura models, is because a faulty sensor may cause the front passenger air bags to inflate when they're not supposed to.

Practical tips for lowering your bills
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Consumer savings expert Andrea Woroch breaks down helpful tips for cutting the costs of your bills.

IRS tax changes for 2024, what to know
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We are one week into the tax filing season, and whether you plan to file your tax return early or prefer to wait a while before filing, reviewing key tax changes that may affect your tax bill is essential.

South Shore Line nears completion of double track project, announces hiring fair
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The South Shore Line is gearing up for its first major service change in decades. The double track project is currently 97 percent complete, and the rail service is now moving forward with a hiring fair.

Thousands of Bissell vacuums recalled over possible fire hazard

Bissell said it’s received several reports of the vacuum smoking and giving off a burning smell, with a few instances of the battery catching fire.

Neptune's Fix, tianeptine product, recalled over life-threatening overdose risks

Tianeptine is an antidepressant used in some parts of Europe, Asia and South America but not approved in the U.S. It's often referred to as "gas station heroin."

Layoffs loom large over US jobs report
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These gains on Wall Street were capped by stronger-than-expected U.S. jobs numbers for January. Hiring accelerated, but layoffs in the private sector surged.