CVS increasing minimum hourly wage to $15
The company said on Wednesday that hourly workers who are not already making $15 will see a gradual increase in their paychecks until they are at $15/hour in July 2022.
The company said on Wednesday that hourly workers who are not already making $15 will see a gradual increase in their paychecks until they are at $15/hour in July 2022.
Uniqlo on Mag Mile to shut doors on August 22
Chicago is losing another key retailer on Magnificent Mile.
Chicago is losing another key retailer on Magnificent Mile.
Uniqlo Mag Mile store closing on August 22
Chicago is losing another key retailer on Magnificent Mile. Uniqlo says the store will close on August 22.
Chicago is losing another key retailer on Magnificent Mile. Uniqlo says the store will close on August 22.
Chicago-area home prices continue to climb, with 24% spike in Gary and 19% spike in Zion
The average price for a home in Gary is $53,922, up 24.5% in just one year. In Zion, the average home costs $158,306, up 19.5%. In Chicago, home prices are up 10.1% to an average of $296,603.
The average price for a home in Gary is $53,922, up 24.5% in just one year. In Zion, the average home costs $158,306, up 19.5%. In Chicago, home prices are up 10.1% to an average of $296,603.
AARP details top scams targeting Black communities
Shani Hosten from AARP breaks down common scams that are targeting Black communities, particularly the elderly.
Shani Hosten from AARP breaks down common scams that are targeting Black communities, particularly the elderly.
Shedd Aquarium free days return in August with 4 dates for Illinois residents
The Shedd Aquarium will be free to Illinois residents for four days this month.
The Shedd Aquarium will be free to Illinois residents for four days this month.
295K pounds of raw beef recalled over possible E. coli concerns
A meat processor in Omaha, Nebraska, has recalled over 295,000 pounds of raw beef that could be contaminated with E. coli, the USDA said.
A meat processor in Omaha, Nebraska, has recalled over 295,000 pounds of raw beef that could be contaminated with E. coli, the USDA said.
Price of coffee expected to rise amid historic drought
Bad news for coffee lovers—a jump in coffee bean prices could soon filter through to your morning cup of joe.
Bad news for coffee lovers—a jump in coffee bean prices could soon filter through to your morning cup of joe.
US unemployment claims down 24,000 to 400,000 as economy recovers
U.S. unemployment claims dropped by 24,000 to 400,000 last week in another sign that the job market is recovering from the coronavirus recession.
U.S. unemployment claims dropped by 24,000 to 400,000 last week in another sign that the job market is recovering from the coronavirus recession.
New Houston-area homeowners angry after discovering their yards are smaller than what they are paying for
Homeowners in Beasley, Texas have learned, after signing on the dotted line, that their yards are smaller than what they're paying taxes for.
Homeowners in Beasley, Texas have learned, after signing on the dotted line, that their yards are smaller than what they're paying taxes for.
McCormick recalls 3 seasonings over salmonella concern
McCormick & Co. is recalling some of its Perfect Pinch Italian Seasoning, Culinary Italian Seasoning and Frank’s RedHot Buffalo Ranch Seasoning.
McCormick & Co. is recalling some of its Perfect Pinch Italian Seasoning, Culinary Italian Seasoning and Frank’s RedHot Buffalo Ranch Seasoning.
Delta Air Lines hiring 5,000 workers during COVID-19 rebound
Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines says business is soaring post-lockdown, and the company is hiring thousands of workers to keep up with demand.
Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines says business is soaring post-lockdown, and the company is hiring thousands of workers to keep up with demand.
COVID-19 vaccine mandates: Can employers require workers to get the shot?
Employers are beginning to put COVID-19 vaccine requirements into place and it’s getting attention.
Employers are beginning to put COVID-19 vaccine requirements into place and it’s getting attention.
Walmart to pay 100% of college tuition, books for associates with $1B investment
Walmart launched an updated version of its Live Better U education program and will pay 100% of college tuition and books for its associates.
Walmart launched an updated version of its Live Better U education program and will pay 100% of college tuition and books for its associates.
Carrots sold to retailers nationwide recalled over salmonella concerns
Grimmway Farms carrots were sold under multiple brand names.
Grimmway Farms carrots were sold under multiple brand names.
Group seeks to save Frank Lloyd Wright home from being destroyed
In Hinsdale, there is concern about the fate of a home designed by one of the most important architects of the 20th century, Frank Lloyd Wright.
In Hinsdale, there is concern about the fate of a home designed by one of the most important architects of the 20th century, Frank Lloyd Wright.
US unemployment claims rise to 419,000 from a pandemic low
The number of jobless claims increased last week to 419,000, the most in two months, from a pandemic low of 368,000 during the previous week.
The number of jobless claims increased last week to 419,000, the most in two months, from a pandemic low of 368,000 during the previous week.
RecruitMilitary Chicago veterans job fair
Allen Von Plinsky, US Army Veteran
Allen Von Plinsky, US Army Veteran
Muffins recalled from Walmart, Sam's Club and other stores over listeria concern
Muffin products at popular grocery chains are being recalled due to a possible listeria contamination.
Muffin products at popular grocery chains are being recalled due to a possible listeria contamination.
Ulta mini-shops opening at 7 Target stores in the Chicago-area
The nation’s largest beauty store chain, Ulta Beauty, will be opening its first batch of shops in more than 100 Target stores next month including seven in the Chicago area.
The nation’s largest beauty store chain, Ulta Beauty, will be opening its first batch of shops in more than 100 Target stores next month including seven in the Chicago area.