New car prices soar to historic high as buyers face mounting sticker shock
Average monthly payments climbed to $766 as interest rates remain elevated for auto loans.
Thanksgiving 2025: Restaurants that will be open for the holiday
For those who don't plan to cook, there's plenty of restaurants that will be open on Thanksgiving Day, and will even offer a special holiday menu.
Thanksgiving feast 2025: How much will this year’s meal cost?
Though the price of food has increased this year, there are other ways to create a budget-friendly feast for Thanksgiving.
Middle-income Americans pessimistic about their financial future amid persistent inflation, analysis shows
A new report report found that middle-income Americans are suffering from an "inflation hangover" after several years of price hikes.
List: 5 Illinois highways make it to the top 100 deadliest in the US
In a new study, five Illinois roadways made it to the list of the top 100 deadliest highways in the United States. Thankfully, they were not the deadliest ones.
Panera reveals turnaround strategy to reverse stagnant sales
Panera Bread is launching a multimillion-dollar initiative to overhaul its operations to boost traffic and reverse years of stagnant sales growth.
Wilson to give away over $450K in gas and groceries across Chicago this weekend
Nearly half a million dollars in gas and groceries will be available this weekend as part of the latest giveaway from Chicago businessman and philanthropist Dr. Willie Wilson.
Kia and Hyundai issue recalls for over 330,000 cars with fuel tanks that could melt, NHTSA says
The recall covers certain Kia vehicles manufactured between 2021 and 2024 and certain 2020-2023 Hyundai Sonatas models.
DoorDash customer info accessed in data breach, company says
DoorDash says some customers’ private information was accessed in a data breach.
McDonald's Grinch Happy Meal: When, where to get it
McDonald’s is getting into the holiday spirit with a meal inspired by the mean one, himself: The Grinch.
Ford recalls more than 20,000 vehicles due to battery problem
The automaker is recalling certain 2020-2024 Ford Escape and 2021-2024 Lincoln Corsair plug-in hybrid cars.
Check your freezer: Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream Passion Fruit Dreamsicle bars recalled
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (USDA) says Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams is voluntarily recalling a batch of Passion Fruit Dreamsicle Ice Cream Bars.
Things to do in Chicago this weekend — Christkindlmarket, Chicago tree lighting
Here’s a guide to events and things to do in Chicago Nov. 21-23
Child care costs more than rent in these US cities; here’s where it’s the worst
The average monthly cost of child care for two children was 31.5% higher than rent, according to the data.
These states led (and lagged) in tipping this summer
Americans are still tipping generously, but the latest data shows shifting habits across the country.


















