AT&T shares status on outage as service restored to thousands

An AT&T cell phone outage impacted customers across the U.S. on Thursday, leaving many unable to make calls or send text messages for hours. Service was back online by mid-afternoon.

Mayor Brandon Johnson attends youth employment event
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson met with local business leaders Thursday to encourage them network with and employ the city's youth.

Pritzker unveils $800M in tax increases in State of the State

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker delivered his sixth State of the State and Budget address Wednesday, unveiling $800 million in tax increases.

State of the State: Pritzker unveils $800M in tax increases
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Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker delivered his sixth State of the State and Budget address Wednesday, unveiling $800 million in tax increases.

Stanley cup maker faces lawsuit over presence of lead in tumblers

The lawsuit is seeking punitive damages and a “permanent injunction requiring PMI to disclose any lead or other toxins in its products in California."

University of Chicago Medical Center responds to nurses strike vote
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The University of Chicago Medical Center says they are committed to continuing negotiations in good faith. Nurses at the hospital are deciding whether to strike or not today.

UChicago nurses to vote on strike authorization
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Nurses at the University of Chicago Medical Center have spent months at the bargaining table asking for a new contract with better pay, staffing, and hours. The union will vote on whether or not to authorize a strike Tuesday.

Baby boomers to blame for housing shortage, real estate report says

A new Redfin report shows that older Americans are hanging onto their homes longer, making it difficult for homebuyers to find and afford houses.

Auto repair costs up 20%: report
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As inflation continues to take a bite out of consumers' budgets, the rise in auto repair costs can be hard to cover. Fox Business spoke with an auto repair instructor who explains some fixes you can do yourself.

E. coli outbreak linked to raw cheese: Here’s what you need to know

The CDC issued a safety alert following several illnesses of E. coli, including four hospitalizations from the Raw Farm product.

Why are toy sales dropping so significantly?
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Retail sales tumbled last month and toymakers were hit especially hard. Lauren Simonetti is at a toy store in New Jersey to find out what's behind the drop.

Here's where Gen Z consumers can buy a home in the U.S.

Despite the high cost of homes, there are a few areas where young consumers can buy one. See if your city is on the list.

Recalled cheese over listeria concerns expands: See the full list

The growing list of recalled products made by Rizo-Lopez Foods includes dairy products linked to possible listeria contamination. Here’s what's getting removed from store shelves.

Target launches dealworthy low-cost brand: Prices start at under $1

Target's new dealworthy low-cost brand will include everyday items like power cords, undergarments, socks, laundry detergent, dish soap and more.

Half of all U.S. renters are spending more than they can afford
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Half of all renters in the United States are spending more than they can afford. A new Harvard study calls them "cost-burdened," meaning they spend 30-percent or more of their income on rent and utilities.