$606 million rate hike approved for ComEd customers
State regulators have approved a $606 million rate hike for ComEd customers.
State regulators have approved a $606 million rate hike for ComEd customers.
Amazon workers continue strike during holiday shopping rush
Amazon picket lines grew today from Skokie to the suburbs of Atlanta. More Teamsters-affiliated warehouse workers joined a nationwide walkout just days before Christmas.
Amazon picket lines grew today from Skokie to the suburbs of Atlanta. More Teamsters-affiliated warehouse workers joined a nationwide walkout just days before Christmas.
Big Lots to start holding 'Going out of Business' sales at remaining locations
Big Lots announced it will likely not complete its purchase agreement to sell off its assets as part of a Chapter 11 bankruptcy, and is holding Going Out Of Business sales now.
Big Lots announced it will likely not complete its purchase agreement to sell off its assets as part of a Chapter 11 bankruptcy, and is holding Going Out Of Business sales now.
Eggflation shows no sign of cracking, partly due to bird flu
Egg prices are up and part of the reason is due to the bird flu. The virus has been hitting hens, causing a supply shortage, and that means higher costs for everyone.
Egg prices are up and part of the reason is due to the bird flu. The virus has been hitting hens, causing a supply shortage, and that means higher costs for everyone.
Teamsters union launches historic nationwide strike against Amazon: 'Paying the price'
Days before Christmas, thousands of Amazon workers organized under the Teamsters union have gone on strike. Here's what to know.
Days before Christmas, thousands of Amazon workers organized under the Teamsters union have gone on strike. Here's what to know.
Chicago woman sues Amazon over alleged discriminatory delivery practices
A Chicago woman has filed a class-action lawsuit against the online retail giant, accusing it of deceiving Amazon Prime subscribers.
A Chicago woman has filed a class-action lawsuit against the online retail giant, accusing it of deceiving Amazon Prime subscribers.
Frontier Airlines brings back annual flight pass: What to know
Frontier Airlines is bringing back its unlimited flight pass for 2025. Here’s what to know about it.
Frontier Airlines is bringing back its unlimited flight pass for 2025. Here’s what to know about it.
Connie's frozen cheese pizzas recalled in 3 states, including Illinois: Here's what to know
Palermo Villa, Inc. is recalling 1,728 Connie’s Thin Crust Cheese Frozen Pizzas after discovering they might contain a plastic foreign contaminant.
Palermo Villa, Inc. is recalling 1,728 Connie’s Thin Crust Cheese Frozen Pizzas after discovering they might contain a plastic foreign contaminant.
Holiday shipping deadlines start this week
Just eight days until Christmas and while Santa is starting to check his list for the second go around, shipping companies are reminding you everyday elves of some important deadlines.
Just eight days until Christmas and while Santa is starting to check his list for the second go around, shipping companies are reminding you everyday elves of some important deadlines.
Christmas gift spending per child by state
Want to know how your Christmas gift budget stacks up? Here’s a look at survey results showing how much parents across the country expect to spend per child this year.
Want to know how your Christmas gift budget stacks up? Here’s a look at survey results showing how much parents across the country expect to spend per child this year.
Expert confident about 2025 real estate market: What buyers may be missing
As consumers patiently wait for mortgage rates to settle, the Century 21 Real Estate CEO is flagging consumers about "positive signs" that are emerging from the real estate market.
As consumers patiently wait for mortgage rates to settle, the Century 21 Real Estate CEO is flagging consumers about "positive signs" that are emerging from the real estate market.
Here's the median net worth of homeowners vs. renters
Homeownership is often viewed as a primary way to build wealth in the U.S., particularly for low- to moderate-income households.
Homeownership is often viewed as a primary way to build wealth in the U.S., particularly for low- to moderate-income households.
Lord & Taylor, America's oldest department store, is making a comeback
The company was established in 1826 and shuttered its brick-and-mortar stores in 2021 after years of financial hardship.
The company was established in 1826 and shuttered its brick-and-mortar stores in 2021 after years of financial hardship.
Egg prices are higher — and they're not cracking anytime soon
Egg prices rose 8.2% in November.
Egg prices rose 8.2% in November.
Christmas tree light controllers sold at Target, Walmart recalled for fire risk
A Christmas accessory sold at several major retailers, including Target, Walmart and Cracker Barrel, has been recalled.
A Christmas accessory sold at several major retailers, including Target, Walmart and Cracker Barrel, has been recalled.
Airbnb rolls out ‘anti-party restrictions’ for New Year’s Eve
Airbnb introduces measures to reduce unauthorized parties during New Year’s Eve, blocking high-risk bookings globally.
Airbnb introduces measures to reduce unauthorized parties during New Year’s Eve, blocking high-risk bookings globally.
Stanley mugs recalled after reports of burn injuries
Stanley recalled 2.6 million travel mugs due to burn hazards after 91 reports and 38 injuries worldwide. The mugs were sold at major retailers.
Stanley recalled 2.6 million travel mugs due to burn hazards after 91 reports and 38 injuries worldwide. The mugs were sold at major retailers.
Proposed merger of Kroger, Albertsons is halted by federal judges
The proposed $24.6 billion merger between supermarket giants Kroger and Albertsons floundered on Tuesday after judges overseeing two separate cases both halted the merger.
The proposed $24.6 billion merger between supermarket giants Kroger and Albertsons floundered on Tuesday after judges overseeing two separate cases both halted the merger.
Proposed merger of Kroger, Albertsons is halted by federal, WA judges
The proposed $24.6 billion merger between supermarket giants Kroger and Albertsons floundered on Tuesday after judges overseeing two separate cases both halted the merger.
The proposed $24.6 billion merger between supermarket giants Kroger and Albertsons floundered on Tuesday after judges overseeing two separate cases both halted the merger.
Illinois American Water will increase water rates early next year
The state's largest private water utility, Illinois American Water, is increasing customer bills.
The state's largest private water utility, Illinois American Water, is increasing customer bills.



















