Oil prices begin to rise again amid Iran conflict | The Chicago Report
Ian Lange, a Colorado School of Mines professor, joins us to discuss gas prices amid the ongoing Iran conflict.
Ian Lange, a Colorado School of Mines professor, joins us to discuss gas prices amid the ongoing Iran conflict.
Starbucks unveils updated rewards program with new member benefits
Starbucks announced a redesigned rewards program with tiered membership and new benefits on Tuesday.
Starbucks announced a redesigned rewards program with tiered membership and new benefits on Tuesday.
These cities have the most credit cards in 2026, data suggests
Americans are carrying more credit cards than ever, with the average person holding more than five cards — and nearly seven in some cities — according to a new WalletHub analysis.
Americans are carrying more credit cards than ever, with the average person holding more than five cards — and nearly seven in some cities — according to a new WalletHub analysis.
Federal court terminates Biden-era student loan plan affecting millions nationwide
A federal appeals court on Monday officially finalized the termination of the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan, the Biden program that significantly lowered repayment rates for millions of student loan borrowers.
A federal appeals court on Monday officially finalized the termination of the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan, the Biden program that significantly lowered repayment rates for millions of student loan borrowers.
Ford recall: Over 83,000 vehicles pulled due to headlight, engine valve issues
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Ford’s new recall involves multiple vehicles, including certain model Ford Explorer’s, Ford Broncos, and Ford Mustangs.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Ford’s new recall involves multiple vehicles, including certain model Ford Explorer’s, Ford Broncos, and Ford Mustangs.
GM recalls nearly 12,000 pickup trucks over engine stall risk
General Motors is recalling nearly 12,000 pickup trucks due to a defect that could cause the engine to stall and increase the risk of a crash.
General Motors is recalling nearly 12,000 pickup trucks due to a defect that could cause the engine to stall and increase the risk of a crash.
Illinois offers up to $15,000 to help first-time homebuyers cover down payment
Illinois will offer eligible first-time homebuyers up to $15,000 to help cover their down payment and closing costs in a new program.
Illinois will offer eligible first-time homebuyers up to $15,000 to help cover their down payment and closing costs in a new program.
Inflation holds steady as consumer prices rose 2.4% in February - See what's costing more at the grocery store
Inflation in the U.S. increased in February, according to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) report released Wednesday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Consumers are paying more for food and energy.
Inflation in the U.S. increased in February, according to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) report released Wednesday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Consumers are paying more for food and energy.
Iran warns $200 oil barrels are coming: report
A spokesperson for Iran's military command reportedly warned the world to “get ready" for oil to be $200 a barrel, which would mean an even greater spike in gas prices across the U.S. Here’s what to know.
A spokesperson for Iran's military command reportedly warned the world to “get ready" for oil to be $200 a barrel, which would mean an even greater spike in gas prices across the U.S. Here’s what to know.
Toyota recalls 550,000 cars over defective seat problem
Toyota’s latest recall covers certain model Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles manufactured between 2021 and 2024.
Toyota’s latest recall covers certain model Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles manufactured between 2021 and 2024.
Target slashes prices on thousands of items heading into spring
Target is cutting prices to more than 3,000 on-trend items across apparel, home, baby essentials and select food and beverage products heading into spring.
Target is cutting prices to more than 3,000 on-trend items across apparel, home, baby essentials and select food and beverage products heading into spring.
Obama Presidential Center seeks Chicago volunteers to become community ambassadors
The Obama Foundation launches a new ambassador volunteer program ahead of the opening of the Obama Presidential Center, inviting Chicagoans to help welcome visitors and support its community mission.
The Obama Foundation launches a new ambassador volunteer program ahead of the opening of the Obama Presidential Center, inviting Chicagoans to help welcome visitors and support its community mission.
Over 2 dozen states reject Live Nation settlement, say it fails consumers
More than two dozen states, along with the District of Columbia, have rejected the Department of Justice's proposed settlement with Live Nation, the company that owns Ticketmaster.
More than two dozen states, along with the District of Columbia, have rejected the Department of Justice's proposed settlement with Live Nation, the company that owns Ticketmaster.
Buc-ee’s hit with ‘F' rating in customer service crisis
Buc-ee’s has received an “F” rating from the Better Business Bureau for failing to respond to nearly 90 customer complaints.
Buc-ee’s has received an “F” rating from the Better Business Bureau for failing to respond to nearly 90 customer complaints.
Walmart expands digital shelf labels: What it means for prices
Walmart is expanding its use of digital shelf labels across the U.S., with roughly 2,300 stores already using the technology.
Walmart is expanding its use of digital shelf labels across the U.S., with roughly 2,300 stores already using the technology.
Raw oysters and clams recalled in 9 states over potential norovirus contamination, FDA says
The Food and Drug Administration said the recall involves certain clams and oysters distributed in nine states, including California, Georgia, and Florida.
The Food and Drug Administration said the recall involves certain clams and oysters distributed in nine states, including California, Georgia, and Florida.
Ford in deep water after recalls hit nearly every model since 2020
Over the past several years, Ford has found itself in hot water, with recalls sweeping through nearly every model in its lineup between 2020 and 2026 — all but one.
Over the past several years, Ford has found itself in hot water, with recalls sweeping through nearly every model in its lineup between 2020 and 2026 — all but one.
Chipotle offering one-hour BOGO on Friday the 13th for fans 'Tatted Like a Chipotle Bag'
Data shows that the price of burritos is up year-over-year, along with most restaurant staples. Friday, Chipotle fans can get a free burrito, but there's a catch.
Data shows that the price of burritos is up year-over-year, along with most restaurant staples. Friday, Chipotle fans can get a free burrito, but there's a catch.
Is AI replacing jobs? Chicago expert weighs in on shifting workforce
Michelle Reisdorf from Robert Half Chicago discusses whether artificial intelligence is eliminating jobs or simply changing the kinds of work people do as unemployment ticks up.
Michelle Reisdorf from Robert Half Chicago discusses whether artificial intelligence is eliminating jobs or simply changing the kinds of work people do as unemployment ticks up.
Uber rolls out women-only option nationwide; what to know
Uber has launched a women-only feature across the U.S. Here’s what to know and how to use the feature.
Uber has launched a women-only feature across the U.S. Here’s what to know and how to use the feature.



















