NIPSCO customers protest amid investigation into billing discrepancies
NIPSCO customers in northwest Indiana plan to protest as the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission investigates billing discrepancies tied to automated meter readings and a lack of customer notice.
NIPSCO customers in northwest Indiana plan to protest as the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission investigates billing discrepancies tied to automated meter readings and a lack of customer notice.
Homeowners in these states may soon stop paying property taxes
Rising property tax bills and strong state revenues are prompting lawmakers in several states to consider cutting or eliminating property taxes.
Rising property tax bills and strong state revenues are prompting lawmakers in several states to consider cutting or eliminating property taxes.
Dutch Bros Coffee may soon be coming to Chicago suburb
Your coffee runs may soon get sweeter with a drive-thru Dutch Bros coming to Chicago suburbs.
Your coffee runs may soon get sweeter with a drive-thru Dutch Bros coming to Chicago suburbs.
Six Flags Great America in Gurnee hiring more than 3,000 workers: How to apply
Six Flags Great America in Gurnee is gearing up for its 2026 season with a major hiring push, and some jobs start at $19 an hour. Here's how to apply.
Six Flags Great America in Gurnee is gearing up for its 2026 season with a major hiring push, and some jobs start at $19 an hour. Here's how to apply.
LED lights recall: Thousands sold on Amazon pulled over serious injury hazard
The Consumer Product Safety Commission says the new recall affects LuxJet Submersible LED Lights that were sold on Amazon between 2022 and 2025.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission says the new recall affects LuxJet Submersible LED Lights that were sold on Amazon between 2022 and 2025.
Mazda under federal investigation for 'sticky steering' after recall
Mazda's CX-90 is under federal investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration after a recent recall may have failed to fix a steering issue.
Mazda's CX-90 is under federal investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration after a recent recall may have failed to fix a steering issue.
Nearly 50K pull string teething toys sold on Amazon recalled for choking, injury risk
CPSC said it is aware of 15 choking incidents related to the recalled teething toy.
CPSC said it is aware of 15 choking incidents related to the recalled teething toy.
Over 80K mouthwash bottles recalled nationwide over labeling error
More than 80,000 bottles of mouthwash are being recalled over a labeling error, federal officials warned.
More than 80,000 bottles of mouthwash are being recalled over a labeling error, federal officials warned.
Thousands of electric bikes recalled over fall hazard, CPSC says
Nearly 20,000 electric bikes have been recalled after several reports of the rear wheel bolts breaking, causing the wheel to separate from the bicycle.
Nearly 20,000 electric bikes have been recalled after several reports of the rear wheel bolts breaking, causing the wheel to separate from the bicycle.
Lay’s, Doritos, Cheetos about to get cheaper: Here's why
Some of your favorite snacks and chips may be getting cheaper, thanks to an incoming price cut from PepsiCo. Here are the details.
Some of your favorite snacks and chips may be getting cheaper, thanks to an incoming price cut from PepsiCo. Here are the details.
Neighbors push back on redevelopment plans for former Mars Candy factory in Galewood
Residents say the proposed 500-unit housing development could strain the neighborhood and are calling instead for community investment like libraries, youth programs, and local resources.
Residents say the proposed 500-unit housing development could strain the neighborhood and are calling instead for community investment like libraries, youth programs, and local resources.
Costco's surprise Nike collaboration sends sneaker resale market into complete frenzy
Costco quietly dropped a new, exclusive Nike collaboration sneaker on Friday in a surprising move that sent both customers and the resale market into a frenzy.
Costco quietly dropped a new, exclusive Nike collaboration sneaker on Friday in a surprising move that sent both customers and the resale market into a frenzy.
Most Saks OFF 5TH stores to close amid bankruptcy: Here’s where
Saks announced that the majority of its Saks OFF 5TH locations across the United States will now be closing, just weeks after a bankruptcy filing.
Saks announced that the majority of its Saks OFF 5TH locations across the United States will now be closing, just weeks after a bankruptcy filing.
Home prices in Chicago climb faster than U.S. average | ChicagoNOW
According to real estate data, Chicago’s housing market saw price growth well above the national pace in December.
According to real estate data, Chicago’s housing market saw price growth well above the national pace in December.
Hobby Lobby recalls plush toys over choking hazard
Hobby Lobby has recalled about 21,230 plush giraffe and llama toys due to a potential choking hazard.
Hobby Lobby has recalled about 21,230 plush giraffe and llama toys due to a potential choking hazard.
Over 100K dietary supplement bottles recalled due to serious injury risk, CPSC says
This new recall affects Mindbodygreen Ultimate Multivitamin+ dietary supplements, which were sold online between 2021 and 2025.
This new recall affects Mindbodygreen Ultimate Multivitamin+ dietary supplements, which were sold online between 2021 and 2025.
Costco issues recall notice for bakery item due to undeclared allergen
Costco issued a recall notice for mislabeled bakery items that could cause allergic reactions in customers.
Costco issued a recall notice for mislabeled bakery items that could cause allergic reactions in customers.
What Trump’s next pick to lead the Federal Reserve means for your wallet
The Fed’s decision about rate cuts will shape the economy’s trajectory and how affordable life feels for millions of Americans in the new year.
The Fed’s decision about rate cuts will shape the economy’s trajectory and how affordable life feels for millions of Americans in the new year.
Thousands of cholesterol drug bottles recalled nationwide over manufacturing defects
Tens of thousands of bottles of cholesterol medication have been recalled nationwide over manufacturing and quality issues that could impact the drug’s potency.
Tens of thousands of bottles of cholesterol medication have been recalled nationwide over manufacturing and quality issues that could impact the drug’s potency.
Hyundai recalls over 560,000 SUVs due to defective airbags
Hyundai’s new recall impacts Palisade sports utility vehicles manufactured between 2020 and 2025.
Hyundai’s new recall impacts Palisade sports utility vehicles manufactured between 2020 and 2025.