Utility shutoffs for nonpayment soar across Illinois and the Chicago area

Chicago-area electricity and gas suppliers are among national leaders in cutting off customers for nonpayment, with the situation a sign of "utility corruption" in Illinois, according to a report issued Monday by three groups critical of the fossil fuel industry.

Ford recalls 462K vehicles to fix backup camera

Ford says the backup camera can fail, preventing the rear camera image from being displayed.

New 211 help line launched for Chicago and suburban Cook County residents

Residents in Chicago and suburban Cook County will now have a free resource available to help them with their essential everyday needs.

Extra SNAP benefits that began due to COVID set to end next month in 32 states

Some 40 million Americans get help buying groceries each month through the federal food stamp program, called SNAP. Additional COVID funds are soon expiring for many.

Hasbro laying off 1,000 employees amid cost-savings push

The company well-known for Monopoly, Play-Doh, and My Little Pony toys says the layoffs are 15% of its global full-time workforce.

Ford recalls over 383,000 Explorers, Lincoln Corsairs

Ford is recalling almost 400,000 Explorers and Lincoln Crosairs due to a safety issue when backing up.

You can buy this 'famous' Colorado ghost town for $925,000

Want to own a piece of history? An abandoned mining town in southwestern Colorado has landed on the real estate market and the photos highlight its storied past.

Here are the best things to get at Trader Joe's in 2023, according to customers

Trader Joe’s asked its customers: “If you were to spend the rest of your life on a deserted island, which nine Trader Joe’s products would you take with you?”

FTC warns of job scams amid recent layoffs in tech and other industries

Scammers may publish listings for nonexistent roles, create sham websites, or hold fake "online job interviews" for job hunters, according to the FTC.

New study: Renting a home is more affordable than buying one in 2023

A new rental Affordability Report by ATTOM found it’s more affordable to rent an average three-bedroom home in 2023 than to own a comparably sized median-priced home.

'A new mission:' Veterans asked to apply for internship to help battle child predators

When it comes to fighting child exploitation, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) is looking for a certain specialist to help get the job done. In a special report, Fox 32’s Natalie Bomke details just who they’re looking for.

Consumers are piling on credit card debt, flashing signs of potential crisis

As Americans rack up record-high credit card debt after a year of soaring inflation and interest rate hikes, charge-offs are beginning to roll in at the start of a looming default crisis.

5 surprising ways you can save money
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Consumer savings expert Andrea Woroch dishes out several unconventional ways that you can ease the stress on your bank account.