Record-setting rate hike sought by ComEd is more than $914M too high, utility watchdog says

The record-high $1.5 billion rate increase that ComEd is asking state regulators to approve should be slashed by more than 60%, according to consumer advocates who say the unprecedented hike would amount to a “blank check” for a utility that previously admitted its role in a Springfield bribery scheme.

Swindled Swifties: Taylor Swift fans share costly lesson after losing over $800 on fake concert tickets

Chicago's star-studded summer concert season is really set to sizzle this year. Among them, Taylor Swift herself takes the stage at Soldier Field next month. If you're scrambling to find tickets to her shows or any others, Fox 32's Jake Hamilton asks the experts for some tips on how not to get scammed.

Netflix to charge extra $7.99 a month for users outside US subscribers' households

Netflix has outlined how it intends to crack down on the rampant sharing of account passwords in the U.S. It's an attempt to reel in more subscribers to its video streaming service amid a slowdown in growth.

Discover success, flexibility as a freelance worker
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If you?re in the market for a new job, looking for flexible hours and work that you love doing, you might find success as a freelance worker.

Democrats beg Biden to fast-track migrant work permits
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A growing number of Democrats are calling on the federal government to speed up the work authorization process for migrants.

Washington Park Save A Lot closed after break-in
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A Save A Lot in Washington Park has closed indefinitely after a break-in left property damage, owners of the store said Monday.

Illinois Lottery jackpot hits $15.9M ahead of Monday drawing
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The largest Illinois Lottery jackpot in nearly three years is on the line Monday night, when players have the chance to scoop up nearly $16 million.

Class of 2023: Krispy Kreme is giving graduates a dozen doughnuts for free

Graduating high school and college students can get a dozen glazed doughnuts for free – no purchase necessary – at Krispy Kreme. Here’s how to score the deal.

Contaminated eye drops outbreak climbs, 4 dead
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One more person has died after using contaminated eye drops. Four people in total have died so far, according to the CDC.

Target recalls nearly 5M candles after reports of burns, lacerations

Target is recalling nearly 5 million glass candles following reports of lacerations and severe burns, according to a notice posted by safety regulators. 

Career advice for Class of '23: Study shows new workers do better in the office
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A new study shows in-person work is more beneficial for novice workers or those who are new to the company. The President's Coach Mitchell Creasey says these findings make sense, since it's easier to build a positive company environment when people are actually present.

Saint Regis Hotels opens first Midwest location in downtown Chicago

Affiliated with Marriott International, the Chicago hotel currently posts room rates of close to $1,000 per night, higher than other five-star properties in the city.