Owners of nearly 341,000 Ram trucks told to park outside over fire risk

Thousands of certain Ram diesel trucks are being recalled over an electrical connector issue that can overheat, resulting in a possible fire, officials said.

Tesla recalls nearly 363,000 vehicles over 'Full Self-Driving' system issues

U.S. safety regulators have pressured Tesla into recalling nearly 363,000 vehicles with its “Full Self-Driving” system because it misbehaves around intersections and doesn’t always follow speed limits.

CTA, US Army announce new veteran recruitment partnership

The CTA has announced a new partnership with the US Army to help recruit veterans for jobs with the transit agency.

CTA, US Army announce new veteran recruitment partnership
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The CTA has announced a new partnership with the US Army to help recruit veterans for jobs with the transit agency.

Illinois watchdog group pushes back on Peoples Gas $402M rate hike

The watchdog group says the utility is putting money ahead of safety, making record profits while neglecting at-risk pipes which need replacing.

Tips for how to save money when grocery shopping

In a Fox 32 Special Money Saver report, Anita Blanton takes a look at some saving strategies you should keep no matter what the economy looks like.

Tips for how to save money when shopping for groceries
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In a Fox 32 Special Money Saver report, Anita Blanton takes a look at some saving strategies you should keep no matter what the economy looks like.

Nearly 500K Nissan vehicles recalled over air bag concern

The company hasn’t developed a repair yet. Customers will get an interim letter in early April, followed by a letter telling them when to go to a dealer for service.

Bally's announces dealer training school for Chicago casino

Bally’s is launching a training school this spring to teach Chicagoans the skills needed to begin a career in gaming when the River North casino opens for business.

Changes to Starbucks’ reward program kick in Monday — what to know

The number of “stars” needed to get certain food and drinks for free in the U.S. as part of Starbucks’ rewards program officially changes on Feb. 13.

Extra SNAP emergency food benefits set to expire this month
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The extra benefits allotted to the Federal Food Assistance Program -- known as SNAP -- is set to expire this month.

Toddler killed, another injured in strollers sold at major US retailers, CPSC warns

U.S. consumer safety officials this week warned about certain Baby Trend’s Sit N’ Stand Double and Ultra strollers due to the risk of a child becoming entrapped.

Half of Chicago workers now back in the office, for first time since pandemic began

Office staffs in Chicago and other major cities are returning to their physical job sites, even if the trend is so sporadic that it frustrates building managers and businesses eager for more downtown action.

Disney to cut 7,000 jobs part of company restructuring, CEO Bob Iger announces

The Walt Disney Company will slash 7,000 jobs in an effort to cut costs and will be restructured into three core business segments, CEO Bob Iger revealed Wednesday during the company's first-quarter earnings call. 

Netflix releases update on password sharing

Netflix is planning to crack down on password sharing, including having subscribers pay more money to share their accounts with people not living in their household.