Home sales in Chicago area slightly down in 2024, report finds
Annual home sales in the Chicago area were down 1.3% last year compared to 2023, according to a new report.
Pritzker slams Trump's tariffs, warns 'working families will pay the price'
Shortly after the order was enacted, Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker responded, saying, "working families will pay the price."
Costco strike: ‘Tentative agreement’ reached with Teamsters to likely avert work stoppage
Costco and the Teamsters union have reached a tentative agreement on a new contract, avoiding a strike. Here's what to know.
10 things that could cost more under new tariffs
A 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, plus additional tariffs on China, could drive up prices on everything from gas and groceries to smartphones and cars.
Fashion Nova customers to get $2.4 million in refunds, FTC says – what to know
Some Fashion Nova customers are set to receive payment over allegations that the retailer hid negative reviews on its website, according to the FTC.
7-Eleven offering free Slurpees on Friday: How to get one
7-Eleven is celebrating the end of January by offering free Slurpees on Friday, Jan. 31. Here's what to know.
Did Trump freeze food stamps (SNAP), Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid?
A federal judge temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's attempt to pause funding for federal grants and loans. But are food stamps (SNAP), Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid safe?
Lay's potato chips recall set at highest risk level
The Lay's classic potato chips were recalled in two states in December 2024.
Honda recalls nearly 295,000 vehicles in US over engine stall issues
Honda is recalling nearly 295,000 vehicles in the U.S. over an issue that can cause the engine to stall or lose power. Here's what to know.
Chipotle is giving away free food during (and after) Super Bowl 59
Chipotle will give out free entrées, as well as free guac and queso, during and after the upcoming Super Bowl 59. Here's how to score the free food.
Here's how much Americans expect to spend on the Super Bowl for 2025
Super Bowl LIX is set for February 9 at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, with the Kansas City Chiefs facing the Philadelphia Eagles.
Costco salmon recalled for listeria elevated to highest risk level by FDA
The recalled salmon has been removed from store shelves, but consumers are still urged to check their freezers.
Costco rolls out new food court changes, prompting excitement among some customers
Costco has officially confirmed a month-long rumor about a change coming to its food courts. Here's what to know.
Popular organic milk brand recalls thousands of cartons due to 'premature spoiling'
A popular brand of organic milk is recalling thousands of cartons of milk due to spoilage concerns, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Illinois ends 2024 with higher unemployment, 56,000 more jobs since 2023
The unemployment rate in Illinois was up at the end of last year compared to the end of 2024.
Over 80,000 Kia electric, hybrid vehicles recalled over issues with airbags: NHTSA
Kia is recalling over 80,000 of its electric and hybrid vehicles over concerns about airbags.
Fitbit to pay $12M fine for Ionic smartwatch burns
The civil penalty follows 115 reports of overheating, including injuries ranging from second to third-degree burns.
The most and least affordable cities for renters: Final 2024 data
Rental prices have spiked significantly making it more challenging for consumers to find housing in certain cities based on data from a new housing market report.