Chicago's office market shows signs of recovery as leasing picks up
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
New study shows more Americans are using credit to pay for groceries
More Americans are using credit for buying groceries for their families and falling behind on those payments. Senior research associate Kassandra Martinchek from the Urban Institute breaks down what this means for family finances.
More Americans are using credit for buying groceries for their families and falling behind on those payments. Senior research associate Kassandra Martinchek from the Urban Institute breaks down what this means for family finances.
Consumers shouldn't expect prices to fall anytime soon, top economist warns
Conference Board Chief Economist Dana M. Peterson says consumers are abandoning big-ticket items as housing, healthcare, ad insurance costs influence spending.
Conference Board Chief Economist Dana M. Peterson says consumers are abandoning big-ticket items as housing, healthcare, ad insurance costs influence spending.
Firing up the grill? Beef prices more expensive due to shortage | ChicagoLIVE
The average price right now for a pound of ground beef is $6.75 nationwide. Cliff McConville from All Grass Farms explains the recent rise in beef prices and what's driving the shortage in beef.
The average price right now for a pound of ground beef is $6.75 nationwide. Cliff McConville from All Grass Farms explains the recent rise in beef prices and what's driving the shortage in beef.
Another USPS stamp price increase takes effect soon
Your next trip to the mailbox could cost more. Here's when USPS stamp prices are going up – and by how much.
Your next trip to the mailbox could cost more. Here's when USPS stamp prices are going up – and by how much.
Microsoft cuts 4,800 jobs, including many in Xbox division
Microsoft has announced it is cutting 4,800 jobs, including many in its Xbox division. Here's what to know.
Microsoft has announced it is cutting 4,800 jobs, including many in its Xbox division. Here's what to know.
US economy adds jobs at slower pace with 57,000 jobs added in June, unemployment rate dips
Employers in the United States added jobs at a steady pace in June, with 57,000 jobs added, below economists' estimates of 110,000 jobs. The unemployment rate dipped to 4.2%, which was also below the estimate of 4.3%.
Employers in the United States added jobs at a steady pace in June, with 57,000 jobs added, below economists' estimates of 110,000 jobs. The unemployment rate dipped to 4.2%, which was also below the estimate of 4.3%.
Grocery giant buyout: Kroger agrees to buy family-owned Giant Eagle for $1.25B cash
The Kroger Co. announced Wednesday it has entered a definitive agreement to acquire Giant Eagle, a move that will expand the retail giant’s footprint across five states in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions.
The Kroger Co. announced Wednesday it has entered a definitive agreement to acquire Giant Eagle, a move that will expand the retail giant’s footprint across five states in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions.
Chicago's creative sector is the city's third-largest industry, generating $50B | ChicagoLIVE
Chicago is known for its vibrant arts scene, and it has now grown into the city’s third-largest industry. Sam Thousand of Art Alliance Illinois joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss what this means for the city.
Chicago is known for its vibrant arts scene, and it has now grown into the city’s third-largest industry. Sam Thousand of Art Alliance Illinois joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss what this means for the city.
Inside the $580M Woodlawn development that could transform the South Side
A $580 million development in Woodlawn is one step closer to breaking ground. J. Byron Brazier, lead developer of Woodlawn Central, joins Good Day Chicago to discuss the impact it could have on the South Side.
A $580 million development in Woodlawn is one step closer to breaking ground. J. Byron Brazier, lead developer of Woodlawn Central, joins Good Day Chicago to discuss the impact it could have on the South Side.
How to tell if you've been paying too much on your mortgage | ChicagoLIVE
The Wall Street Journal found that 87% of American mortgage borrowers likely overpaid for their home loans in 2025. Alex Gailey, principal data reporter at Bankrate, explains why so many borrowers paid more than needed.
The Wall Street Journal found that 87% of American mortgage borrowers likely overpaid for their home loans in 2025. Alex Gailey, principal data reporter at Bankrate, explains why so many borrowers paid more than needed.
Flesh-eating screwworm outbreak escalates in West Texas; strict transport ban issued
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 27, prompting Texas authorities to issue a fresh round of emergency quarantine orders to combat the flesh-eating parasite's expansion in West Texas.
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 27, prompting Texas authorities to issue a fresh round of emergency quarantine orders to combat the flesh-eating parasite's expansion in West Texas.
Strait of Hormuz reopens, but relief at the pump may take time
The Strait of Hormuz has reopened, but Chicago gas prices are still above the national average. GasBuddy's Head of Petroleum Analysis, Patrick De Haan, joins Good Day Chicago to explain why.
The Strait of Hormuz has reopened, but Chicago gas prices are still above the national average. GasBuddy's Head of Petroleum Analysis, Patrick De Haan, joins Good Day Chicago to explain why.
Illinois pauses gas tax hike. What that means for drivers | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois will not increase its gas tax on July 1 as previously scheduled. We speak to the Illinois Policy Institute and a former state lawmaker about what that means for drivers.
Illinois will not increase its gas tax on July 1 as previously scheduled. We speak to the Illinois Policy Institute and a former state lawmaker about what that means for drivers.
Illinois passes bill targeting junk fees for Illinois residents | ChicagoLIVE
A new Illinois law signed by Gov. JB Pritzker aims to reduce junk fees for consumers across the state. Illinois State Rep. Bob Morgan (D-Deerfield), who sponsored the bill, joins ChicagoLIVE with the details.
A new Illinois law signed by Gov. JB Pritzker aims to reduce junk fees for consumers across the state. Illinois State Rep. Bob Morgan (D-Deerfield), who sponsored the bill, joins ChicagoLIVE with the details.
Survey shows gas-price pain rising even as economic confidence stabilizes
Rising gas prices are dealing a major hit to household budgets, with most Americans admitting that high gas prices are severely squeezing their finances, according to a new poll.
Rising gas prices are dealing a major hit to household budgets, with most Americans admitting that high gas prices are severely squeezing their finances, according to a new poll.