Trump implies US will purchase Argentinian beef to lower prices for Americans
The president recently mentioned determining ways to reduce beef prices to manage inflation.
Thirteen US cities still have apartments under $1K despite rent surge
Rent prices continue to surge in some markets. However, affordable options still exist in certain parts of the country.
Corn dog recall: More Foster Poultry Farms products added
Millions of pounds of corn dog products have been recalled since September over a contamination concern. Here's the product in the latest batch.
How much should you tip bartenders? Experts reveal the real number
Welcome to one of America's latest cultural dilemmas: How much should you tip your bartender?
Government shutdown: SNAP benefits could run out in November, Rollins says
SNAP benefits may be at risk if the shutdown continues into November, meaning food assistance could disappear for about 40 million people.
Ford recalls nearly 625K vehicles for seatbelt, camera display issues
Hundreds of thousands of Ford vehicles in the U.S. are being recalled due to seatbelt and rearview camera issues, regulators said on Friday.
Did AI write this? How AI is changing job & college application processes
As this generation transitions into the workforce, the same tools shaping essays and assignments are now shaping résumés and job applications -- raising new questions about authenticity, fairness, and what “original work” means in both education and employment. Alon Yamin with Copyleaks weighs in. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Ben's Original rice recalled over potential stones in packages
A limited number of these recalled products were sold at retailers including Target, Amazon, and HEB.
Ikea raises prices as Trump's furniture tariffs hit retailer
Swedish retailer Ikea, known for its low-cost business model, is raising prices due to a new round of tariffs impacting the furniture business.
Wells Fargo customer loses $4,000 hours after depositing check, bank denies fraud claim
The timing in this case is eye-opening. About nine hours after Willie Delane deposited a $10,000 check, she got a text that claimed to be Wells Fargo questioning a transaction.
Nissan recalls more than 173,000 vans
Nissan is recalling more than 173,000 vans due to a fuel pump issue that could cause engines to stall and increase the risk of a crash.
These states are most affected by government shutdown, analysis shows
A study shows the ongoing government shutdown is hitting the District of Columbia, Hawaii, and New Mexico, particularly hard due to the large number of federal workers and federal government contracts.
More cinnamon brands recalled due to elevated lead levels, FDA says
There is currently no FDA limit for heavy metals in spices. However, the agency has set a limit of 1 part per million of lead in candy likely to be consumed by small children.
Protein powders, shakes contain high lead levels, analysis found
A new Consumer Reports investigation found protein powders and shakes have a concerning level of lead. Here are the products that were tested and what CR found.



















