Economist warns coming financial crisis will make 2008 look like 'Sunday school picnic'
As gold prices keep rising, American economist Peter Schiff says investors should view the rally as more than a hedge — calling it a warning that inflation is speeding up, the U.S. dollar is losing global trust and a major economic reckoning may be near.
As gold prices keep rising, American economist Peter Schiff says investors should view the rally as more than a hedge — calling it a warning that inflation is speeding up, the U.S. dollar is losing global trust and a major economic reckoning may be near.
Cheerios, Skittles, Pringles among thousands of products recalled due to presence of rodent waste
Check your cupboards: Thousands of food items and other products have been recalled due to the presence of rodent and bird contamination. Here’s what we know.
Check your cupboards: Thousands of food items and other products have been recalled due to the presence of rodent and bird contamination. Here’s what we know.
New report shows suburban office vacancy rates top 32% | ChicagoNOW
Office spaces in suburban areas are seeing unprecedented vacancies post-pandemic. Chris Cummins breaks down the findings and the potential impact.
Office spaces in suburban areas are seeing unprecedented vacancies post-pandemic. Chris Cummins breaks down the findings and the potential impact.
Fidget magnet toys sold on Amazon recalled over serious injury risk, CPSC says
This latest recall involves Based Online Fidget Magnet Ball Toys sold on Amazon in 2025.
This latest recall involves Based Online Fidget Magnet Ball Toys sold on Amazon in 2025.
Planters looking for NUTmobile drivers - How to apply
Planters is looking for Peanutters to get behind the wheel of the NUTmobile and take the iconic vehicle on the road across the country visiting festivals, parades, college campuses, community events and more.
Planters is looking for Peanutters to get behind the wheel of the NUTmobile and take the iconic vehicle on the road across the country visiting festivals, parades, college campuses, community events and more.
Dow to cut over 4,000 jobs as company shifts focus to AI
Dow is slashing thousands of jobs, becoming the latest company this week to announce a reduction in its labor force.
Dow is slashing thousands of jobs, becoming the latest company this week to announce a reduction in its labor force.
Tesla ends production of Model S and Model X vehicles, will focus on robots in 2026
Tesla is pivoting from electric vehicles to autonomous technology as Elon Musk announces the discontinuation of Model S and Model X to focus on mass-producing Optimus robots.
Tesla is pivoting from electric vehicles to autonomous technology as Elon Musk announces the discontinuation of Model S and Model X to focus on mass-producing Optimus robots.
Soaring NIPSCO bills leave families struggling across Northwest Indiana
Fox Chicago continues to get calls and messages about high NIPSCO bills. One man said he's on the verge of moving back to Illinois.
Fox Chicago continues to get calls and messages about high NIPSCO bills. One man said he's on the verge of moving back to Illinois.
WA-based Costco's famous rotisserie chicken hit with class-action lawsuit
Costco is facing a class-action lawsuit accusing the warehouse retailer of falsely advertising that its Kirkland Signature Seasoned Rotisserie Chicken contains no preservatives, according to court documents.
Costco is facing a class-action lawsuit accusing the warehouse retailer of falsely advertising that its Kirkland Signature Seasoned Rotisserie Chicken contains no preservatives, according to court documents.
Yale to offer free tuition to families making less than $200K a year
Yale announced it will offer free tuition to families making less than $200,000 and waive all expenses for those making under $100,000.
Yale announced it will offer free tuition to families making less than $200,000 and waive all expenses for those making under $100,000.
Organic chia seeds sold at Whole Foods Market and Amazon recalled due to possible salmonella contamination
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says Navitas Organics is voluntarily recalling select lots of its 8oz Organic Chia Seeds due to possible salmonella contamination.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says Navitas Organics is voluntarily recalling select lots of its 8oz Organic Chia Seeds due to possible salmonella contamination.
Gerber recall: Arrowroot Biscuits pulled over potential plastic, paper pieces
Gerber announced a nationwide recall for the product due to the possible presence of soft plastic or paper material.
Gerber announced a nationwide recall for the product due to the possible presence of soft plastic or paper material.
IKM cookware recalled due to possible significant levels of lead
A cookware manufacturer is recalling several products because the items may be contaminated with significant levels of lead which may leach into food.
A cookware manufacturer is recalling several products because the items may be contaminated with significant levels of lead which may leach into food.
Volkswagen recalls more than 40K SUVs over battery fire risk
Volkswagen’s new recall affects ID.4 electric SUV model vehicles manufactured between 2023 and 2025.
Volkswagen’s new recall affects ID.4 electric SUV model vehicles manufactured between 2023 and 2025.
Social Security February payment schedule: Here's when recipients get their checks
Social Security February payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks this month.
Social Security February payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks this month.
Indiana lawmakers approve utility relief bill, but does it go far enough?
Indiana lawmakers approved a utility bill aimed at providing relief to residents.
Indiana lawmakers approved a utility bill aimed at providing relief to residents.
Amazon to close physical 'Go' and 'Fresh' grocery stores
Amazon is making a major shift in its grocery business, announcing plans to close its Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh brick-and-mortar stores while doubling down on Whole Foods Market and grocery delivery.
Amazon is making a major shift in its grocery business, announcing plans to close its Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh brick-and-mortar stores while doubling down on Whole Foods Market and grocery delivery.
Indiana lawmakers approve utility relief bill, but does it go far enough?
Indiana lawmakers approved a utility bill aimed at providing relief to residents.
Indiana lawmakers approved a utility bill aimed at providing relief to residents.
Indiana lawmakers debate utility relief bill amid high NIPSCO costs
Indiana lawmakers are voting on a utility bill aimed at providing relief to residents.
Indiana lawmakers are voting on a utility bill aimed at providing relief to residents.
New requirements for SNAP benefits begin Feb. 1 — here’s what you need to know | ChicagoNOW
Thousands may lose food support when SNAP rules change next month. The Greater Chicago Food Depository outlines what’s changing and who’s at risk.
Thousands may lose food support when SNAP rules change next month. The Greater Chicago Food Depository outlines what’s changing and who’s at risk.