Nike designs shoe specifically for hardworking nurses, doctors and medical providers

Medical workers have some of the toughest jobs day in and day out, so Nike designed a new shoe that can stand up to the specific challenges that they face on the job.

These Apple AirPods Pro are selling for $68G

No stranger to expensive products, Apple recently released a higher-end version of its popular AirPods wireless headphones, the $249 AirPods Pro. But a Russian luxury brand has taken it several steps further and put the new headphones in gold.

Disney Plus hits 10 million subscribers in 1 day

Disney Plus says it hit more than 10 million sign-ups on its first day of launch, far exceeding expectations.

25K pounds of pizza toppings recalled over possible Listeria contamination

Pizza topping brand Ezzo Sausage Company is recalling more than 25,000 pounds of meat over fears it may be contaminated with a potentially life-threatening foodborne illness, according to a notice from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service.

Costco, HomeGoods and Lowe’s among major retailers closed on Thanksgiving 2019

While several stores choose to open early on Thanksgiving Day to get a head start on Black Friday sales for eager shoppers, a growing number of major retailers have said they’ll be closed so employees can spend the day with their families.

Ground beef recalled after consumer finds plastic in product

A New Jersey company is recalling over 130,000 pounds of ground beef that they say may be contaminated with extraneous materials like plastic.

Whole Foods recalls more than 40 vegetable products after manufacturer’s recall over listeria risk

In response to Mann Packing Co., Inc.‘s recall of more than 100 vegetable products on Sunday over the potential risk of listeria contamination, Whole Foods Market issued its own recall on more than 40 of the vegetable products Wednesday, according to a U.S. Food and Drug Administration announcement.

2 million pounds of poultry products recalled

More than 2 million pounds of poultry products is being recalled due to possible contamination.

IRS releases updated income tax brackets for 2020

The IRS on Wednesday released the updated tax brackets for the 2020 filing season, which have been modified to keep pace with inflation.

Chicago Bears host job fair for veterans

The Chicago Bears are celebrating Veterans Day with a job fair at Halas Hall.

2 more medical marijuana dispensaries in Chicago approved to sell recreational pot on Jan. 1

State officials announced Wednesday that three more medical marijuana dispensaries — two of which are in Chicago — will be allowed to sell recreational weed in Illinois when sales begin next year.

American Girl unveils $5K holiday doll covered in 5,000 Swarovski crystals

Now’s your chance to really impress your coworkers at the next white elephant office gift exchange by snagging an American Girl doll complete with 5,000 Swarovski crystals and beads retailing for a cool $5,000.