These cities rank as the best places to start a career in 2026, according to data
For young professionals searching for a job in a crowded market, finding an opportunity may come down to the zip code you're in, which might improve your odds of securing a job based on a recent report.
For young professionals searching for a job in a crowded market, finding an opportunity may come down to the zip code you're in, which might improve your odds of securing a job based on a recent report.
Why many Americans are still priced out of the housing market | ChicagoLIVE
Mark Hamrick explains why many Americans are still struggling to buy homes despite signs that affordability may be slowly improving.
Mark Hamrick explains why many Americans are still struggling to buy homes despite signs that affordability may be slowly improving.
Trump says he aims to suspend gas tax amid high fuel prices
President Donald Trump said on Monday morning that he aims to suspend the federal gas tax for a period of time to help address high fuel prices.
President Donald Trump said on Monday morning that he aims to suspend the federal gas tax for a period of time to help address high fuel prices.
April job cuts up nearly 40%: See which industries had the most layoffs
Job cuts last month increased by 38%, according to a recent report by Challenger, Gray & Christmas.
Job cuts last month increased by 38%, according to a recent report by Challenger, Gray & Christmas.
Clinique and M.A.C.-owner Estée Lauder to cut 3,000 more jobs, mainly at its stores
Estée Lauder revealed this week thousands of more job cuts are in the works as the company continues its restructuring effort. The announcement came Friday as the company also increased its annual profit forecast, sending shares higher in pre-market trading.
Estée Lauder revealed this week thousands of more job cuts are in the works as the company continues its restructuring effort. The announcement came Friday as the company also increased its annual profit forecast, sending shares higher in pre-market trading.
US national debt surpasses economy size for first time since WWII
New data shows the national debt has reached $31.27 trillion—slightly exceeding U.S. GDP—as officials and economists warn of long-term fiscal risks driven by rising spending and interest costs.
New data shows the national debt has reached $31.27 trillion—slightly exceeding U.S. GDP—as officials and economists warn of long-term fiscal risks driven by rising spending and interest costs.
Record number of Americans dissatisfied with their pay, survey shows
Americans are pulling back on job searches even as dissatisfaction with pay and career prospects worsens, according to recent survey data.
Americans are pulling back on job searches even as dissatisfaction with pay and career prospects worsens, according to recent survey data.
Trump signs DHS funding bill, ending a record shutdown
The House approved a bill on Thursday to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security to end the longest agency shutdown in history.
The House approved a bill on Thursday to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security to end the longest agency shutdown in history.
Fed holds rates steady in Powell’s possible final chair meeting — What comes next?
The Federal Reserve held its benchmark interest rate steady at 3.6% for the third consecutive meeting but indicated it may cut rates in the coming months.
The Federal Reserve held its benchmark interest rate steady at 3.6% for the third consecutive meeting but indicated it may cut rates in the coming months.
BP profit doubles as US gas prices hit highest levels since Iran war began
Petroleum giant BP has earned more than double its profit since the conflict with Iran began two months ago, far exceeding last year’s total.
Petroleum giant BP has earned more than double its profit since the conflict with Iran began two months ago, far exceeding last year’s total.
Water Tower Place on the Magnificent Mile is about to get a major renovation.
The once popular destination mall is turning 50 and could be an economic driver for Chicago.
The once popular destination mall is turning 50 and could be an economic driver for Chicago.
Record number of Americans say their financial outlook is ‘getting worse’
A new survey finds rising costs still dominate Americans’ concerns, with a record share saying their financial situation is getting worse. Here’s what to know.
A new survey finds rising costs still dominate Americans’ concerns, with a record share saying their financial situation is getting worse. Here’s what to know.
These are the best entry-level jobs in 2026, data suggests
WalletHub ranked the best entry-level jobs based on opportunity, growth potential, and job safety.
WalletHub ranked the best entry-level jobs based on opportunity, growth potential, and job safety.
Most Americans blame Trump for rising gas prices, poll finds
A Reuters/Ipsos poll finds that a majority of Americans blame President Donald Trump for rising gasoline prices following the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran.
A Reuters/Ipsos poll finds that a majority of Americans blame President Donald Trump for rising gasoline prices following the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran.
College grads enter tough hiring market: Some tips to help with the job hunt
As graduates enter a challenging job market marked by rising unemployment and experience gaps, experts suggest building resilience and leveraging AI tools to help navigate the transition into the real world.
As graduates enter a challenging job market marked by rising unemployment and experience gaps, experts suggest building resilience and leveraging AI tools to help navigate the transition into the real world.
Almost half of Americans say economy is in bad shape and getting worse, survey shows
Americans confidence in the economy has plunged based on findings in a new poll, with the widespread pessimism driven in part by soaring gas prices and the U.S.-Iran conflict.
Americans confidence in the economy has plunged based on findings in a new poll, with the widespread pessimism driven in part by soaring gas prices and the U.S.-Iran conflict.
United Airlines ticket prices may increase amid surging jet fuel costs, company says
United Airlines said ticket prices could rise 15%–20% due to surging jet fuel costs.
United Airlines said ticket prices could rise 15%–20% due to surging jet fuel costs.
Illinois lawmakers consider millionaire’s tax to pay for property tax relief, schools
Lawmakers are weighing a surtax on millionaires that could pay for property tax relief and public education.
Lawmakers are weighing a surtax on millionaires that could pay for property tax relief and public education.
Here's where gas prices have increased the most in US
Gas prices are spiking nationwide, with sharp increases hitting every state over the past year. New data reveals where drivers are feeling the biggest jumps.
Gas prices are spiking nationwide, with sharp increases hitting every state over the past year. New data reveals where drivers are feeling the biggest jumps.
Meta plans to slash roughly 8,000 jobs next month: report
According to a report, Meta is preparing to cut thousands of jobs as early as next month, with more layoffs expected later this year. Here's what to know.
According to a report, Meta is preparing to cut thousands of jobs as early as next month, with more layoffs expected later this year. Here's what to know.