Which college degrees can land you a job in 2024?
As the new academic year approaches, many college students are undecided about their majors, considering factors like job opportunities. A study by UTS Online identifies the most and least employable degrees in the United States.
Cook County property tax bills to go out next week
If you own property in Cook County, get ready to see the price you're going to pay for your tax bill soon. The second installment for property tax bills will be available by July 2nd.
Deadline approaches for student loan forgiveness program
Attorney and student loan expert Rae Kaplan talks about the upcoming deadline for the student loan forgiveness program.
567,000 chargers sold at Costco recalled for fire risk
Three portable charger models that were sold exclusively at Costco are being recalled after two house fires were blamed on the unit overheating.
Vitamix recalls nearly 570K blender parts due to laceration hazard
Vitamix is recalling nearly 750,000 blending containers and blade bases after dozens of reports of lacerations by consumers.
US housing shortage grew to 4.5 million homes amid affordability crisis, data reveals
The study reveals the housing shortage grew, underscoring one of the root causes of the housing affordability crisis.
USDA pauses avocado and mango inspections
The U.S. will suspend exports and inspections until the security situation improves in Mexico.
These 10 US cities have the worst housing shortages, Zillow report says
Despite a pandemic construction boom, the shortage of available homes in the U.S. continues to grow. A new report from Zillow highlights where the issue is the worst.
These US cities have the most homes under $200K, study finds
Home sales for less than $200,000 have shrunk to less than a quarter of all sales. But they do exist, and here’s where to look.
AT&T to raise prices on retired 'unlimited' plans
AT&T is increasing prices for customers on retired “unlimited" data plans, starting with the August billing cycle. Here are the plans impacted.
$4 per cup? See the cheapest and most expensive states for a cup of coffee
A new report reveals the cheapest and most expensive states to purchase a cup of coffee.
Cocoa prices continue to spike: What's driving costs higher?
Prices for cocoa, the key ingredient in chocolate, have surged over 190% over the last year.
Dollar Tree left lead-tainted applesauce pouches on store shelves for months after recall, FDA says
FDA officials sent a warning letter to Dollar Tree last week saying the applesauce products remained on store shelves in several states through late December – two months after the firm was told about the recall.
One Fair Wage for tipped workers in Chicago takes effect July 1
Tipped workers in Chicago are learning their rights as the new One Fair Wage ordinance goes into effect soon.
These are the industries with the happiest hourly workers, according to survey
Many hourly employees report feeling happy in their daily grind – depending on what kind of shift work they do and even where they live.
Controversy surrounds proposed Wrigleyville construction project
More changes could be on the way in Wrigleyville – with developers’ sights set on building a five-story, multifamily residential property.
Chicago suburb named 'safest and most affordable' city in US, survey finds
A Chicago suburb has been named the safest and most affordable city in the United States, according to a new survey.
Tennessee home for sale, built by former Disney exec, shocks internet with unique entertaining space
An eye-catching home has hit the real estate market in Tennessee — and social media users can’t stop talking about it.
Lake Shore Drive welcomes new, affordable residential complex
Related Midwest broke ground on a new residential complex on Lake Shore Drive on Monday.
These U.S. cities were found to have the smallest average apartment size
While the average U.S. apartment size has been increasing amid skyrocketing home prices, here are the cities where the smallest apartments are still found. (Hint: Think outside NYC.)