Tax relief bill could get you a larger refund
The government could owe you a little more in your tax refund this year if a bill on Capitol Hill goes through. It?s called the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act, and it would lower tax bills for businesses and families. People with children currently get up to $1,600 in child tax credits. This bill would increase that to $1,800 for last year, $1,900 this year, and $2,000 for next year.
The government could owe you a little more in your tax refund this year if a bill on Capitol Hill goes through. It?s called the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act, and it would lower tax bills for businesses and families. People with children currently get up to $1,600 in child tax credits. This bill would increase that to $1,800 for last year, $1,900 this year, and $2,000 for next year.
Metra commuters brace for overhaul: Fare structure changes and ticket window closures loom
In just three days, commuters may face significant changes as Metra, with its daily average of nearly 300,000 riders, grapples with a potential crisis tied to the expiration of federal COVID-19 funds in 2026.
In just three days, commuters may face significant changes as Metra, with its daily average of nearly 300,000 riders, grapples with a potential crisis tied to the expiration of federal COVID-19 funds in 2026.
Big changes coming for Metra riders
In just three days, commuters may face significant changes as Metra, with its daily average of nearly 300,000 riders, grapples with a potential crisis tied to the expiration of federal COVID-19 funds in 2026.
In just three days, commuters may face significant changes as Metra, with its daily average of nearly 300,000 riders, grapples with a potential crisis tied to the expiration of federal COVID-19 funds in 2026.
Do Stanley cups pose a lead poisoning risk? Here's what to know about online claims
As demand for Stanley tumblers has surged, consumers have started posting about lead concerns online, and the company responded to offer some clarity.
As demand for Stanley tumblers has surged, consumers have started posting about lead concerns online, and the company responded to offer some clarity.
IRS launches its free-filing pilot program in 12 US states
With tax season kicking off Monday, the IRS is rolling out a new online option for filing your 2023 returns. Here's how it works.
With tax season kicking off Monday, the IRS is rolling out a new online option for filing your 2023 returns. Here's how it works.
Layoff list: Major tech companies that have cut jobs so far in 2024
More than 20,000 jobs have already been shed in the tech industry just three weeks into the new year, according to one layoff tracking site.
More than 20,000 jobs have already been shed in the tech industry just three weeks into the new year, according to one layoff tracking site.
High-tech future in sight for fitting rooms
As traditional retailers digitize their physical stores, one of the final frontiers is the fitting room. Gerri Willis continues our future of retail series and takes a look at the tech that might displace the dressing room.
As traditional retailers digitize their physical stores, one of the final frontiers is the fitting room. Gerri Willis continues our future of retail series and takes a look at the tech that might displace the dressing room.
Stanley products contain 'some lead,' company says as insulated steel tumblers surge in popularity
The Stanley insulated tumblers have surged in popularity on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok.
The Stanley insulated tumblers have surged in popularity on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok.
Kia recalls over 100K Sportage, Carnival models for possible roof hazard
The recall impacts certain 2023-2024 Kia Sportage and 2022-2024 Kia Carnival vehicles.
The recall impacts certain 2023-2024 Kia Sportage and 2022-2024 Kia Carnival vehicles.
Tesla is recalling nearly 200,000 vehicles over backup camera issue
Tesla Models Y, S and X from the 2023 model year are being recalled because the rearview camera may not display an image while the car is in reverse.
Tesla Models Y, S and X from the 2023 model year are being recalled because the rearview camera may not display an image while the car is in reverse.
Gray collar jobs: Tips for making money without a college degree
Dan Roccato, professor at the University of San Diego, talks about the importance of gray collar jobs and how you can make money even without a college degree.
Dan Roccato, professor at the University of San Diego, talks about the importance of gray collar jobs and how you can make money even without a college degree.
FTC warns funeral homes: Stop misleading grieving customers on pricing
The FTC said it sent warning letters to several U.S. funeral homes after undercover investigators found that many failed to provide accurate pricing, with some even failing to share that information at all.
The FTC said it sent warning letters to several U.S. funeral homes after undercover investigators found that many failed to provide accurate pricing, with some even failing to share that information at all.
Tips on avoiding rewards scams
You probably spent a lot of money on holiday gifts and may have racked up some rewards points. Now, scammers are trying to take advantage of that.
You probably spent a lot of money on holiday gifts and may have racked up some rewards points. Now, scammers are trying to take advantage of that.
Future of retail: Process of reselling returned items
Our four-part future of retail series concludes with a look inside the booming reverse supply chain market. Victoria Saha shows us how it works.
Our four-part future of retail series concludes with a look inside the booming reverse supply chain market. Victoria Saha shows us how it works.
How to make loud budgeting work
Here are some tips on how to properly budget this year.
Here are some tips on how to properly budget this year.
Here are the US states where you’ll pay less individual income tax in 2024
Several U.S. states are lowering individual income tax rates this year, meaning more financial relief for American taxpayers.
Several U.S. states are lowering individual income tax rates this year, meaning more financial relief for American taxpayers.
Robitussin cough syrup recalled nationwide due to microbial contamination
The recalled Robitussin cough syrups were found to have microbial contamination, which could lead to deadly infections for immunocompromised people, officials said.
The recalled Robitussin cough syrups were found to have microbial contamination, which could lead to deadly infections for immunocompromised people, officials said.
Ways to save on rising car insurance rates: Tips to cut costs amid premium increases
In a FOX 32 Special Money Saver Report, we take a look at how you can save some money with car insurance rates on the rise.
In a FOX 32 Special Money Saver Report, we take a look at how you can save some money with car insurance rates on the rise.
Ways to save on rising car insurance rates: Tips to cut costs amid premium increases
While your car is a big-ticket purchase, paying to insure it doesn't have to be.
While your car is a big-ticket purchase, paying to insure it doesn't have to be.
Netflix hints more price hikes coming in 2024, phasing out its cheapest, ad-free plan
Netflix signaled to investors this week that subscribers will likely continue to "pay a little extra." It’s also phasing out its basic, ad-free plan in more countries.
Netflix signaled to investors this week that subscribers will likely continue to "pay a little extra." It’s also phasing out its basic, ad-free plan in more countries.