Week in Review: Boy killed in hate crime • Alderman targets street takeovers • risky social media challenge

A 6-year-old boy and his mother were attacked over their Muslim faith in a Chicago suburb, resulting in the boy's death; an alderman is calling for a new approach to thwart 'street takeovers; and a viral social media trend is landing teens in custody.

Citywide hiring fair offers opportunities for job seekers in Chicago

People looking for work got a chance to do some one-stop applying on Saturday, as a citywide hiring fair was held at a number of locations.

Citywide hiring fair offers opportunities for job seekers in Chicago
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People looking for work got a chance to do some one-stop applying on Saturday, as a citywide hiring fair was held at a number of locations.

Home heating prices are down a little: Here's how much you'll spend this winter

Overall winter heating prices are expected to be flat or a little cheaper than last year, but it depends on where you live and what you use to heat your home.

Car payment struggles plague Americans buying new vehicles
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Personal finance expert Dan Roccato talks about the challenging car industry and certain pitfalls that buyers are running into in the market.

61,000 gun safes recalled after report of 12-year-old boy's shooting death

The biometric gun safes “can be opened by unauthorized users, posing a serious injury hazard and risk of death," the CPSC said. They were sold nationwide with several different brand names.

It's getting too expensive to have fun, survey finds

A recent poll reveals that some people are spending more money now on entertainment since before the pandemic.

IRS to test free online tax-filing platform in 13 US states

The IRS will test drive a new online free-file tax return platform in 2024, an idea that has generated both support and criticism for years.

Illinois homebuyers must earn this much to afford a typical home

When it comes to Illinois, how much money a person has to earn to afford a home is not as jaw-dropping by comparison.

More young homebuyers seek family loans to secure first homes
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More young people are turning to their parents to help buy their first homes. Gerri Willis has more on how many buyers are getting a loan from their family.

FDA may soon ban some chemical hair-straightening products over cancer risk

Chemical hair straighteners or “relaxers," which are often marketed to Black women, have been linked to a number of short-term and long-term health risks, including uterine cancer.

Gen Z three times more likely to fall for online scams than their grandparents
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Google cybersecurity expert Michael Sinno talks about why Gen Z is so vulnerable to online scams and ways parents can help them browse the internet safely.

Holiday shipping deadlines for 2023 released

The U.S. Postal Service and package delivery companies have released their shipping deadlines for the holidays this year.

Ford recalling more than 238K Explorers over driveshaft issues

The rear axle mounting bolt on some Ford Explorer models may fracture and cause the driveshaft to disconnect, the company said.

Taco Bell is giving away free breakfast tacos on Tuesdays – here's how to get one

Taco Bell is celebrating Taco Tuesday with its new Toasted Breakfast Taco, which features eggs, melted cheese and the option of bacon, sausage, or potato in a grilled tortilla.