Cut recommended to Peoples Gas’ $402M rate increase request, but it’s still a record hike
An administrative law judge has recommended that state regulators approve a smaller rate increase for Peoples Gas than the utility asked for — but the increase would still add up to the biggest hike customers have ever seen in Illinois.
An administrative law judge has recommended that state regulators approve a smaller rate increase for Peoples Gas than the utility asked for — but the increase would still add up to the biggest hike customers have ever seen in Illinois.
Eli's Cheesecake expands Chicago facility, boosting jobs and sweet treats
The governor and other big names were in town Tuesday for a sweet treat. It's a local favorite, and now Eli's Cheesecake has expanded their facility.
The governor and other big names were in town Tuesday for a sweet treat. It's a local favorite, and now Eli's Cheesecake has expanded their facility.
Eli's Cheesecake expands Chicago facility
The governor and other big names were in town Tuesday for a sweet treat. It's a local favorite, and now Eli's Cheesecake has expanded their facility.
The governor and other big names were in town Tuesday for a sweet treat. It's a local favorite, and now Eli's Cheesecake has expanded their facility.
Sony confirms slim PlayStation 5 console for upcoming holiday season
According to Sony, the same technology features highlighted in the PS5 are packed into a smaller form factor, along with an attachable Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc Drive and a 1TB SSD for more internal storage.
According to Sony, the same technology features highlighted in the PS5 are packed into a smaller form factor, along with an attachable Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc Drive and a 1TB SSD for more internal storage.
Amazon Prime Day: Consumer expert reveals best bargains as shopping event kicks off
One of the biggest shopping events of the year has arrived. Amazon Prime Day is underway and there are some deals you won't want to miss. Consumer reporter Heather Sullivan takes a look at some of them.
One of the biggest shopping events of the year has arrived. Amazon Prime Day is underway and there are some deals you won't want to miss. Consumer reporter Heather Sullivan takes a look at some of them.
Amazon Prime Day: October’s ‘Big Deal Days’ kicks off for next 48 hours
Amazon Prime’s “Big Deal Days” has kicked off, marking the tech giant’s second Prime sale this year ahead of the holiday season.
Amazon Prime’s “Big Deal Days” has kicked off, marking the tech giant’s second Prime sale this year ahead of the holiday season.
Holiday shopping season: Why experts are encouraging consumers to buy gifts now
With Halloween three weeks away, nearly a third of consumers have already begun their holiday gift shopping. In a FOX 32 money saver special report, Dawn Hasbrouck takes a look at why there's a push to shop now.
With Halloween three weeks away, nearly a third of consumers have already begun their holiday gift shopping. In a FOX 32 money saver special report, Dawn Hasbrouck takes a look at why there's a push to shop now.
Holiday shopping season: Consumers encouraged to buy gifts now
With Halloween three weeks away, nearly a third of consumers have already begun their holiday gift shopping. In a FOX 32 money saver special report, Dawn Hasbrouck takes a look at why there's a push to shop now.
With Halloween three weeks away, nearly a third of consumers have already begun their holiday gift shopping. In a FOX 32 money saver special report, Dawn Hasbrouck takes a look at why there's a push to shop now.
Halloween is getting more expensive
Sugar levels and Halloween spending are expected to reach record highs this year.
Sugar levels and Halloween spending are expected to reach record highs this year.
Negotiations continue as UAW strike enters week 4
Twenty-five thousand UAW workers remain on strike after walking off the job last month in a dispute with the "Big Three" Detroit automakers.
Twenty-five thousand UAW workers remain on strike after walking off the job last month in a dispute with the "Big Three" Detroit automakers.
Ham sold at Costco recalled over possible listeria contamination
Costco is asking customers who bought the potentially contaminated ham to return it for a full refund.
Costco is asking customers who bought the potentially contaminated ham to return it for a full refund.
'It's no accident. It's Bidenomics': Surprising jobs report
A new jobs report shows that more than 300,000 jobs were added in the month of September.
A new jobs report shows that more than 300,000 jobs were added in the month of September.
Record online discounts this holiday season expected to drive spending
Consumers could encounter deals of up to 35% on some types of products.
Consumers could encounter deals of up to 35% on some types of products.
Walmart executive says weight loss drug impacting food sales
A Walmart executive says shoppers are putting less food in their shopping carts due to weight-loss drugs and some restaurant owners say they are seeing similar trends.
A Walmart executive says shoppers are putting less food in their shopping carts due to weight-loss drugs and some restaurant owners say they are seeing similar trends.
Chicago City Council votes to end sub-minimum tipped wages
In a special Friday session, the Chicago City Council passed a measure ending sub-minimum wage for tipped workers over a five-year period.
In a special Friday session, the Chicago City Council passed a measure ending sub-minimum wage for tipped workers over a five-year period.
US economy adds 336,000 jobs in September, blowing past expectations
U.S. job growth unexpectedly accelerated in September, evidence the labor market remains resilient even as it confronts high interest rates and stubborn inflation.
U.S. job growth unexpectedly accelerated in September, evidence the labor market remains resilient even as it confronts high interest rates and stubborn inflation.
How to get noticed in the workplace in 2024
Companies are expected to cut costs a bit more in 2024. The average pay increase in 2023 was 4.7% while the average increase in 2024 is projected to be closer to 3.8%. Personal finance professor Dan Roccato shared some tips for standing out in the workplace.
Companies are expected to cut costs a bit more in 2024. The average pay increase in 2023 was 4.7% while the average increase in 2024 is projected to be closer to 3.8%. Personal finance professor Dan Roccato shared some tips for standing out in the workplace.
'Rolling' candies recalled after choking death of 7-year-old, reports of ball detaching
Rolling candy has been recalled months after a 7-year-old child choked to death, when the product's rolling ball detached from its holder.
Rolling candy has been recalled months after a 7-year-old child choked to death, when the product's rolling ball detached from its holder.
Airbnb guest stays at rental for 500+ days without paying, refuses to leave
Airbnb guest Elizabeth Hirschhorn rented a guesthouse for a long-term stay in 2021 but has since remained in the unit for over 540 days — without paying rent.
Airbnb guest Elizabeth Hirschhorn rented a guesthouse for a long-term stay in 2021 but has since remained in the unit for over 540 days — without paying rent.
Hershey and Crocs team up for sweet shoe collaboration just in time for Halloween
The new Crocs come in Hershey chocolate bars and Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup styles and will only be available for a limited time.
The new Crocs come in Hershey chocolate bars and Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup styles and will only be available for a limited time.