Inflation on the decline for 21 straight months ahead of the holidays
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The White House says this year's Thanksgiving dinner and holiday travel should cost you less. Grocery inflation is at its lowest level in over two years, but some people just aren't feeling the relief saying money is tight.

Illinois sees 17% surge in COVID-19 hospitalizations
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With a record number of travelers expected at Illinois airports this week, experts caution that a lack of caution could worsen the spread.

Government offering more free COVID-19 tests for home delivery through the mail

The new release of free COVID-19 nasal swab tests comes ahead of the first winter since the pandemic started that insurers are no longer required to cover the cost of them.

CDC expands airport virus surveillance program during holidays
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Airports on the West and East coasts are offering surveillance testing in an effort to help the CDC find out what viruses are going around. The tests will cover more than just COVID-19, but also the flu and RSV.

Economy grows despite higher prices | What this means
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A new government report out this week shows the economy is growing at a rate faster than it has been in years. But, it's not necessarily a good thing for many Americans.

American children are not getting new COVID-19 shots
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Health officials say COVID-19 is still causing thousands of hospitalizations and deaths but Americans are not getting updated vaccines, especially children.

US economy growing at robust rate, new report shows
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A new government report out today shows the U.S. economy is growing at a rate faster than it has been in years.

US economy adds 336,000 jobs in September, blowing past expectations
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U.S. job growth unexpectedly accelerated in September, evidence the labor market remains resilient even as it confronts high interest rates and stubborn inflation.

How to get noticed in the workplace in 2024
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Companies are expected to cut costs a bit more in 2024. The average pay increase in 2023 was 4.7% while the average increase in 2024 is projected to be closer to 3.8%. Personal finance professor Dan Roccato shared some tips for standing out in the workplace.

Arwady: As COVID hospitalizations rise, get new booster shot

Get the shot: that's the recommendation from local and federal officials as COVID hospitalizations increase.