'Not a data center': Quantum Park CEO on misconceptions about development | ChicagoLIVE
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The Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park is often mistaken for a data center, drawing criticism against the development. IQMP CEO Harley Johnson joins ChicagoLIVE in the studio to clear misconceptions and address what they plan to do. 

New study reveals Americans feelings on free enterprise, capitalism and socialism

A new poll offers insight into how Americans view different economic systems, highlighting public consensus and division over the trade-offs, benefits, and disadvantages of each approach.

Illinois second to last state in building new homes, leading to homebuying bidding wars
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Homebuyers across Chicago and the suburbs are finding themselves in bidding wars, paying hundreds of thousands of dollars above asking price to secure a home. Realtor.com senior economist Hannah Jones joins Good Day to break down the numbers and give you tips on navigating the current housing market.

25 states sue to stop Trump administration’s latest tariffs

Twenty-five states have filed a lawsuit to block the most recent round of tariffs announced by the Trump administration.

Kelley Blue Book: Average new vehicle price is near $50,000
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It's getting harder to find a new car that costs less than $50,000, the current average new vehicle price. Kelley Blue Book managing editor Sean Tucker breaks down why new cars are getting more expensive and what you can do to save money. 

Chicago sees over half of companies planning to increase hiring
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The job market is shifting in Chicago, as companies are looking ramp up hiring this year. District Director Michelle Reisdorf at staffing and business consulting firm Robert Half joins Good Day to explain what's driving the trend and what companies are looking for in potential employees. 

Chicago policy expert visualizes the city's pension problems | ChicagoLIVE
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Conor Durkin of A City That Works joins ChicagoLIVE to explain the new interactive dashboard he created to help visualize and better understand Chicago's pension challenges.

Fed holds key interest rate steady. Here's what It means for your wallet

The Federal Reserve is expected to leave the key interest rate unchanged this week despite persistent inflation and growing concerns about rising energy costs and global instability.

Oil prices ease after US and Iran pause military strikes

Oil prices pulled back this weekend as tensions eased in the Middle East. This comes as both the United States and Iran held off on military actions.

How new tariffs on Canada will impact the economy | ChicagoLIVE
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We speak to Northwestern Prof. Phillip Braun on the newest tariffs proposed by the Trump administration on Canada and how they'll affect the economy and your pocketbook.

U.S. mortgage rates climb to highest levels in nearly a year | ChicagoLIVE
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Mortgage rates are currently around 6.6%, the highest they have been since August of last year. Housing market analyst Jeff Ostrowski from Bankrate joins ChicagoLIVE to break down what's causing the rise and what it means for homebuyers.

Buc-ee's reveals managers can earn up to $275K without college degree

Popular gas station chain Buc-ee's has sparked an online debate after displaying signs advertising employee pay, including salaries of up to $275,000 a year for some store managers without a college degree.

Chicago's office market shows signs of recovery as leasing picks up
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A new JLL report suggests Chicago's downtown office market is beginning to stabilize as demand for newer, high-quality buildings grows, even as overall vacancy remains elevated.

US average gas price rises above $4 a gallon again

Drivers are feeling a financial squeeze at the pump as the national average for a gallon of gasoline went over $4. The surging price eclipses last year's average, which had settled slightly over the $3 mark.

Mayor Johnson's proposed renter protections face pushback
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Mayor Brandon Johnson's proposed renter protections are receiving pushback from many, including Ald. Nicole Lee (11th). Lee joins Good Day Chicago to discuss a newly proposed rental ordinance that would serve as an alternative.

Pizza chain to close up to 50 locations as sales slump

MTY Food Group CEO Eric Lefebvre various store locations at this pizza chain will close after nearly two years of turnaround efforts failed to deliver results.

Illinois is the third largest data center market in the country
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FOX Chicago's Liz Dueweke breaks down the rapid growth of data centers across Illinois and what they're expected to mean for the state's future. She also takes a look at the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park (IQMP), which focuses on quantum technology, and why the project has generated both strong support and concerns.