U.S. job growth slows sharply as unemployment hits highest level in nearly 4 years
Rebekah Castor breaks down the disappointing jobs report, political reactions from both sides, and what it could mean for interest rates and the economy.
'Sneakflation': The hidden reason your money doesn't go as far
Finance expert Dan Roccato breaks down ?sneakflation? and shares smart tips to fight back as hidden costs and shrinking products quietly eat into your wallet.
Inflation cools despite looming tariffs ? but can Wall Street trust the data?
New numbers show inflation rose less than expected, but after President Trump ousted the top statistician, questions swirl over the credibility of the data.
Weak jobs growth leaves Trump steaming, declares them "fake"
The July jobs report was not the kind of news the Trump administration wanted as it prepares to ramp up its tariff strategy.
Summer spending stays strong despite trade tensions, experts say
Retail sales may be fluctuating, but experts say deal-hungry consumers are keeping the summer economy surprisingly resilient.
Expert weighs in on economic impacts of Iran-Israel war
Many consumers are already worried about the future of the economy, and the conflict between Iran and Israel is adding fuel to the fire.
Chicago tipped workers to be paid more under controversial ordinance
Next week, tipped workers in Chicago are getting a pay raise thanks to a controversial new ordinance.
More people co-buy houses with family, friends to split costs
More people, especially millennials and Gen Zers, are pooling their money to buy houses to lower their costs.
Trump tariffs reinstated by appeals court
President Donald Trump’s tariffs are back on. A federal appeals court just reinstated them.
Tariffs expected to make AC repairs even more expensive
With heat coming sooner or later, new tariffs will be making repairs to get some relief even more expensive.
Paris on Politics: How SALT impacts Trump's ?big, beautiful bill? (and what exactly is it)
On this episode of "Paris on Politics," host Paris Schultz explains what "SALT" is and how it impacts President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill." Representative Darin LaHood then joins us to explain its impact on Illinois taxpayers. Then, local rideshare drivers are asking the city to step in after Uber began refunding riders for a congestion fee. Next, a discussion about high absenteeism in schools. Plus, a Chicago professor reflects on her Rome visit following Pope Leo's election. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
College graduates enter a competitive job market with slow hiring
College graduates are about to enter a competitive job market with slower hiring.
Progress on mega development at Chicago's Lincoln Yards remains slow
It's been six years since a Lincoln Park mega development was approved by the Chicago City Council.
Stocks set to soar after US and China agree to scale back tariffs
The stock market is set to soar after the U.S. and China agreed to pause and scale back their tariffs.
Trump, China agree to ease tariffs. What happens next?
There was a major breakthrough in trade talks between the Trump administration and Chinese officials. So what does that mean for the global economy?
Trump goes after China as small businesses struggle amid trade war
The Trump administration is taking action against China that some fear could cause trouble for smaller businesses already struggling amid the ongoing trade war.
U.S. economy shrank in first quarter; first drop in three years
The U.S. economy shrank at a 0.3% annual pace from January through March, marking the first drop in three years
President Trump holds rally in Michigan to mark 100 days in office
President Donald Trump make a speech in Michigan on Tuesday to mark his 100th day in office.
How apartments can revitalize downtown Chicago, according to a study
An architecture firm released a study which showed converting empty office space to apartments could help revitalize downtown Chicago.
Trump admin teases new trade deals, but remains at odds with China
The White House is teasing that new trade agreements may be on the way, but still seems to be far apart with China.