Holiday sales increase 7.6% despite the squeeze of inflation
U.S. sales between Nov. 1 and Dec. 24, a period that is critical for retailers, were fueled by spending at restaurants and on clothing.
U.S. sales between Nov. 1 and Dec. 24, a period that is critical for retailers, were fueled by spending at restaurants and on clothing.
What you need to know before returning Christmas gifts
Steve Bernas from the Better Business Bureau dishes out helpful tips for those looking to return or exchange gifts they acquired this holiday season.
Steve Bernas from the Better Business Bureau dishes out helpful tips for those looking to return or exchange gifts they acquired this holiday season.
Gifts that give back: Chicago nonprofit provides employment, skills development, workforce readiness
The holidays are a time for reflection, togetherness, and giving. So, it?s not surprising that Americans are more likely to donate to charity around this time of year. But now, Americans are feeling the squeeze of higher prices.
The holidays are a time for reflection, togetherness, and giving. So, it?s not surprising that Americans are more likely to donate to charity around this time of year. But now, Americans are feeling the squeeze of higher prices.
Samsung recalling over 663,000 top-load washing machines over fire hazard
The roughly 663,500 top-load washing machines with super speed wash have been recalled because they "can short-circuit and overheat, posing a fire hazard," consumer safety officials say.
The roughly 663,500 top-load washing machines with super speed wash have been recalled because they "can short-circuit and overheat, posing a fire hazard," consumer safety officials say.
Target’s Pillowfort Weighted Blankets recalled after asphyxiation deaths of 2 children
The weighted blankets pose an entrapment hazard for children which can lead to asphyxiation, the CPSC warns.
The weighted blankets pose an entrapment hazard for children which can lead to asphyxiation, the CPSC warns.
Popeyes brings back free chicken sandwich deal through end of 2022
Popeyes is ending 2022 on a high note with another buy-one, get-one deal. Here's how to redeem the offer.
Popeyes is ending 2022 on a high note with another buy-one, get-one deal. Here's how to redeem the offer.
Developers plan to bring eco-friendly container home village to Chicago
The plan calls for 12 eco-friendly container homes built out of 40-foot-long train containers. Blueprints are still being reviewed by the city.
The plan calls for 12 eco-friendly container homes built out of 40-foot-long train containers. Blueprints are still being reviewed by the city.
Developers plan to bring eco-friendly container homes to Chicago
The plan calls for 12 eco-friendly container homes built out of 40-foot-long train containers. Blueprints are still being reviewed by the city.
The plan calls for 12 eco-friendly container homes built out of 40-foot-long train containers. Blueprints are still being reviewed by the city.
Pharmacies limit purchases of children's pain-relief medicine
Pharmacies will be limiting children's pain medication purchases as respiratory illnesses continue to rise. CVS has announced a two-product limit online and in stores, while Walgreens is limiting customers to six purchases online. The CDC says respiratory viruses are at high levels nationwide.
Pharmacies will be limiting children's pain medication purchases as respiratory illnesses continue to rise. CVS has announced a two-product limit online and in stores, while Walgreens is limiting customers to six purchases online. The CDC says respiratory viruses are at high levels nationwide.
This is the best time to travel for Christmas to avoid winter storm cancellations, delays
A major winter storm is expected to produce damaging winds and drop feet of snow in many locations this week, and with the Christmas holiday travel season in full effect, the timing couldn’t be worse.
A major winter storm is expected to produce damaging winds and drop feet of snow in many locations this week, and with the Christmas holiday travel season in full effect, the timing couldn’t be worse.
Congress moves to ban TikTok from US government devices
TikTok would be banned from most U.S. government devices under a government spending bill Congress unveiled early Tuesday, the latest push by American lawmakers against the Chinese-owned social media app.
TikTok would be banned from most U.S. government devices under a government spending bill Congress unveiled early Tuesday, the latest push by American lawmakers against the Chinese-owned social media app.
Walgreens, CVS and others limiting purchases of children's pain relief medicine as respiratory illnesses rise
Pharmacies are limiting purchases of children's pain relief medication like acetaminophen and ibuprofen as respiratory illnesses continue spreading throughout the United States, including the flu, RSV, and COVID-19.
Pharmacies are limiting purchases of children's pain relief medication like acetaminophen and ibuprofen as respiratory illnesses continue spreading throughout the United States, including the flu, RSV, and COVID-19.
Unemployment benefits and Obamacare subsidies outpace median income in several states, study finds
The labor force participation rate was 62.1% last month, notably lower than the 63.4% mark it was at before the coronavirus pandemic struck the United States in March 2020.
The labor force participation rate was 62.1% last month, notably lower than the 63.4% mark it was at before the coronavirus pandemic struck the United States in March 2020.
Re-sale sneaker business is booming, a form of art
In Chicago, we know how sneakers can represent a legacy. Air Jordans is one of the hottest high-end brands.
In Chicago, we know how sneakers can represent a legacy. Air Jordans is one of the hottest high-end brands.
Re-sale sneaker business is booming, a form of art
In Chicago, we know how sneakers can represent a legacy. Air Jordans is one of the hottest high-end brands.
In Chicago, we know how sneakers can represent a legacy. Air Jordans is one of the hottest high-end brands.
Walmart frozen chicken product recalled in 28 states
The recall was issued after a customer complained that they found shrimp in their product, although it had been labeled as a Crispy Chicken with Almonds entrée.
The recall was issued after a customer complained that they found shrimp in their product, although it had been labeled as a Crispy Chicken with Almonds entrée.
Christmas meals will cost 16.4% more this year
The average grocery basket for Christmas dinner will cost an average of $60, Datasembly reported.
The average grocery basket for Christmas dinner will cost an average of $60, Datasembly reported.
'Worst' holiday gift survey suggests people don’t like fruitcake, weight-loss items or Christmas ties
In addition, almost 80% of American respondents said they think they’re good at faking enthusiasm when they open a bad gift.
In addition, almost 80% of American respondents said they think they’re good at faking enthusiasm when they open a bad gift.
Over 30K Good Matters candles recalled for burning at 'higher than usual temperatures,' causing fire hazard
The recalled Good Matters candles are sold at stores like HomeGoods, Tuesday Morning, and on Amazon.
The recalled Good Matters candles are sold at stores like HomeGoods, Tuesday Morning, and on Amazon.
Restaurants open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day in 2022
For those wanting to get out of the kitchen, here are restaurants that will be open still on Christmas Day and Eve.
For those wanting to get out of the kitchen, here are restaurants that will be open still on Christmas Day and Eve.