FBI warns of tech-support scammers sending in-person couriers to your door

The FBI saw a notable "uptick" in these reported scams last year, leading to over $55 million in lost money and assets, according to an alert this week.

Pothole season hits full tilt in Chicago

It's that time of year you can kiss your tires goodbye if you aren't careful out there.

Atlanta-based UPS announces plan to cut 12K jobs worldwide

Atlanta-based United Parcel Service Inc. is planning to cut 12,000 jobs worldwide and explore the sale of its Coyote truck brokerage business in response to soft demand and higher union labor costs in 2023.

ADHD medication recalled because bottles may contain different drug that has opposite effect

The medication is being recalled in the U.S. after a pharmacist reported opening a bottle labeled for the ADHD medication but found an antihistamine drug inside, the FDA said.

Tax relief bill could get you a larger refund
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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.

Big changes coming for Metra riders
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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.

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.

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.

High-tech future in sight for fitting rooms
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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.