Some Chicago residents could be eligible for $500 relief payments
Chicago's cash assistance program is coming back.
Chicago's cash assistance program is coming back.
Illinois group calls for federal funds as childcare costs double
The childcare crisis in Illinois, which has cost families a combined nearly five-billion-dollars, has doubled since 2018.
The childcare crisis in Illinois, which has cost families a combined nearly five-billion-dollars, has doubled since 2018.
Illinois childcare crisis has doubled since 2018
The childcare crisis in Illinois, which has cost families a combined nearly five-billion-dollars, has doubled since 2018.
The childcare crisis in Illinois, which has cost families a combined nearly five-billion-dollars, has doubled since 2018.
Some Chicago residents could be eligible for $500 relief payments
Chicago's cash assistance program is coming back. The application period opened today for the Chicago Resiliency Fund 2.0.
Chicago's cash assistance program is coming back. The application period opened today for the Chicago Resiliency Fund 2.0.
Bed Bath & Beyond closing 87 additional stores. Here’s the list of locations
The latest store closings are impacting the struggling retailer as it considers its options, including possibly filing for bankruptcy.
The latest store closings are impacting the struggling retailer as it considers its options, including possibly filing for bankruptcy.
How to finesse your finances as recession concerns loom
As concerns of a recession grow, there may be some easy ways to save money. Consumer finance expert Andrea Woroch says to take a look at your subscription services and make sure you know what you're paying for on a monthly basis.
As concerns of a recession grow, there may be some easy ways to save money. Consumer finance expert Andrea Woroch says to take a look at your subscription services and make sure you know what you're paying for on a monthly basis.
Fed raises rates 25 basis points in first meeting of 2023
The Federal Reserve announced a highly anticipated interest rate increase of 25 basis points at its February meeting. Here's what it means for your wallet.
The Federal Reserve announced a highly anticipated interest rate increase of 25 basis points at its February meeting. Here's what it means for your wallet.
Chicago suburb to pay $800K to settle Fair Housing Act lawsuit
The Department of Justice announced on Wednesday it has reached a settlement with Hinsdale over housing discrimination.
The Department of Justice announced on Wednesday it has reached a settlement with Hinsdale over housing discrimination.
St. Sabina launches Black History Shark Tank competition
St. Sabina is launching their first-ever Black History Shark Tank. The goal is to expand Black-owned businesses and create wealth in Black Chicago neighborhoods.
St. Sabina is launching their first-ever Black History Shark Tank. The goal is to expand Black-owned businesses and create wealth in Black Chicago neighborhoods.
America is more rent-burdened than ever: These cities take the biggest chunk of your budget
Renters in these U.S. cities pay, on average, more than 30% of their income in rent.
Renters in these U.S. cities pay, on average, more than 30% of their income in rent.
Chicago's Black, Latino residents more likely to struggle financially: study
A tale of two cities is confirmed.
A tale of two cities is confirmed.
Chicago's Black, Latino residents more likely to struggle financially: study
A tale of two cities is confirmed.
A tale of two cities is confirmed.
Celsius settlement: You could receive up to $250 in settlement against energy drink maker
Anyone who has purchased Celsius energy drinks or its powdered energy packets within the last seven years could be eligible for up to $250, part of a settlement in a class-action lawsuit that was brought against the company in March 2019.
Anyone who has purchased Celsius energy drinks or its powdered energy packets within the last seven years could be eligible for up to $250, part of a settlement in a class-action lawsuit that was brought against the company in March 2019.
Gas prices are starting to rise. Will relief come soon after?
According to AAA, the current average price for a gallon of regular gas stands at $3.50. Last week, the average price was $3.45.
According to AAA, the current average price for a gallon of regular gas stands at $3.50. Last week, the average price was $3.45.
Powerball jackpot jumps to $653M
The jackpot is worth $653M with a cash value of $350.3M.
The jackpot is worth $653M with a cash value of $350.3M.
Walmart trying out more 'upscale' stores with launch of new designs, upgrades
The retailer has renovated nearly 1,000 stores with the redesigns, and several have recently opened.
The retailer has renovated nearly 1,000 stores with the redesigns, and several have recently opened.
Financial disparities in Cook County are almost double national average, study finds
Financial disparities that exist across race nationally are amplified in Cook County, according to a new study released Tuesday.
Financial disparities that exist across race nationally are amplified in Cook County, according to a new study released Tuesday.
Price is top reason why consumers want to drop auto insurance providers
Many Americans believe their current auto insurance costs are too expensive. Here's what you can do to lower yours.
Many Americans believe their current auto insurance costs are too expensive. Here's what you can do to lower yours.
Financial disparities in Cook County are almost double national average, study finds
The study by the Financial Health Network and the Chicago Community Trust found that Black and Latino residents are three to four times more likely to be financially vulnerable — unable to save and pay bills — as their white counterparts.
The study by the Financial Health Network and the Chicago Community Trust found that Black and Latino residents are three to four times more likely to be financially vulnerable — unable to save and pay bills — as their white counterparts.
Tips on how to protect your pocketbook after holiday spending
For many of us, our finances just took a hit because of the holidays, and we may be in for another one with the possibility of a recession looming. In tonight’s Money Saver Report, Dawn Hasbrouck takes a look at what you can do to help protect your pocketbook.
For many of us, our finances just took a hit because of the holidays, and we may be in for another one with the possibility of a recession looming. In tonight’s Money Saver Report, Dawn Hasbrouck takes a look at what you can do to help protect your pocketbook.