US inflation slowed more than economists predicted last month
It's a cool down many didn't quite expect. Inflation slowed more than economists predicted in November.
It's a cool down many didn't quite expect. Inflation slowed more than economists predicted in November.
New CEO outlines FTX collapse in congressional hearing
The founder of cryptocurrency exchange FTX is in prison in the Bahamas, and is facing a list of charges in the United States. The new CEO of the company was on Capitol Hill Tuesday testifying on the company's collapse.
The founder of cryptocurrency exchange FTX is in prison in the Bahamas, and is facing a list of charges in the United States. The new CEO of the company was on Capitol Hill Tuesday testifying on the company's collapse.
US inflation slowed to 7.1% over past 12 months
This is the fifth straight month with a slowdown.
This is the fifth straight month with a slowdown.
What to know before you invest in cryptocurrency
MoneySkool founder Dion Pouncil dishes out helpful advice for those looking to enter the cryptocurrency market.
MoneySkool founder Dion Pouncil dishes out helpful advice for those looking to enter the cryptocurrency market.
Chicago's new casino to be topic of conversation at City Hall Monday
There is a planning commission hearing on the proposed Bally's Casino in River West. The plan is likely to pass in the commission.
There is a planning commission hearing on the proposed Bally's Casino in River West. The plan is likely to pass in the commission.
Survey: 61 percent of workers would take pay cut to keep job
Six in 10 full-time workers say they'd be willing a take a pay cut to keep their current job as fears of a recession loom.
Six in 10 full-time workers say they'd be willing a take a pay cut to keep their current job as fears of a recession loom.
Survey: 61 percent of workers would take pay cut to keep job
A new survey finds nearly eight in ten full-time workers plan to stay in their current jobs.
A new survey finds nearly eight in ten full-time workers plan to stay in their current jobs.
Tips for negotiating a raise
Personal finance expert Dan Roccato dishes out advice for how to go about approaching your boss for a raise.
Personal finance expert Dan Roccato dishes out advice for how to go about approaching your boss for a raise.
Arraignment held for former CTA clerk accused of stealing over $350K
Arraignment was held Thursday for a former clerk with the CTA's retirement plan.
Arraignment was held Thursday for a former clerk with the CTA's retirement plan.
O'Hare Airport workers join nationwide rally to demand better working conditions
Those on the picket line Thursday say they have complained for months about faulty equipment and hazardous working conditions.
Those on the picket line Thursday say they have complained for months about faulty equipment and hazardous working conditions.
Swissport Cargo workers call for improved working conditions
Those on the picket line Thursday say they have complained for months about faulty equipment and hazardous working conditions.
Those on the picket line Thursday say they have complained for months about faulty equipment and hazardous working conditions.
Christmas toy drive seeks donations to reach goal of gifts for 4,000 kids
One local Christmas toy drive is celebrating its 10th year. But this year, Operation Cover Chicago is at risk of missing its goal of 25,000 toys for 4,000 children, with toys costing more due to inflation.
One local Christmas toy drive is celebrating its 10th year. But this year, Operation Cover Chicago is at risk of missing its goal of 25,000 toys for 4,000 children, with toys costing more due to inflation.
Holiday gift-giving etiquette: Who to tip and how much?
As the holidays rapidly approach it can be tricky to keep track of who to thank this time of year. Pattie Ehsaei known as the "Duchess of Decorum" has everything you need to know when it comes to holiday gift giving.
As the holidays rapidly approach it can be tricky to keep track of who to thank this time of year. Pattie Ehsaei known as the "Duchess of Decorum" has everything you need to know when it comes to holiday gift giving.
These US states are raising minimum wage in 2023, with 4 above $15
More than 20 states are raising their minimum wage next year, some adjusting for inflation and others to build their way up to the called-for $15 an hour.
More than 20 states are raising their minimum wage next year, some adjusting for inflation and others to build their way up to the called-for $15 an hour.
What to know regarding new IRS rule on Venmo payments
If you use third-party payment platforms, such as Venmo or PayPal, you may soon be under added scrutiny by the Internal Revenue Service.
If you use third-party payment platforms, such as Venmo or PayPal, you may soon be under added scrutiny by the Internal Revenue Service.
Still missing your tax refund? The IRS will soon pay you 7% interest
Taxpayers still waiting to receive their 2021 tax refund will soon be paid 7% interest on the money by the IRS – but the money is taxable.
Taxpayers still waiting to receive their 2021 tax refund will soon be paid 7% interest on the money by the IRS – but the money is taxable.
Chicago woman bilked out of $400K by financial adviser who used money to fund film production company: lawsuit
A South Side retiree who has dementia was bilked out of more than $400,000 by her financial adviser, who used the money to fund her film production company, according to a lawsuit filed by the Cook County public guardian’s office.
A South Side retiree who has dementia was bilked out of more than $400,000 by her financial adviser, who used the money to fund her film production company, according to a lawsuit filed by the Cook County public guardian’s office.
How much Illinois' minimum wage will increase on Jan. 1, 2023
The minimum wage in Illinois is set to increase at the start of 2023.
The minimum wage in Illinois is set to increase at the start of 2023.
IRS warns Americans about $600 threshold to report Venmo, Cash App payments
Venmo and PayPal are required to report business transactions above $600 to the IRS.
Venmo and PayPal are required to report business transactions above $600 to the IRS.
Illinois to see two gas tax hikes in the new year
Additionally, if you're willing to cross into neighboring states for gas, you may want to stay for your holiday shopping. Illinois has the eighth-highest sales tax in the nation, and ranks as the only Midwestern state in the top 10.
Additionally, if you're willing to cross into neighboring states for gas, you may want to stay for your holiday shopping. Illinois has the eighth-highest sales tax in the nation, and ranks as the only Midwestern state in the top 10.