Cook County’s basic income pilot: 184,000+ applicants, just 3,250 spots
“People are in a rush to be that first person in line because they are afraid that so many people need so much help that it’s going to run out,” Kristen K. Mighty said.
“People are in a rush to be that first person in line because they are afraid that so many people need so much help that it’s going to run out,” Kristen K. Mighty said.
Student debt cancelation applications open
President Biden is encouraging students to start applying for student debt cancelation.
President Biden is encouraging students to start applying for student debt cancelation.
Federal judge blocks Illinois laws that limit contributions in judicial races
Ahead of the November election, a federal judge blocked laws that limit contributions in judicial races.
Ahead of the November election, a federal judge blocked laws that limit contributions in judicial races.
History made after Illinois State Treasurer returns $11 million to Chicago man's family
History was made this week after the Illinois State Treasurer's office returned $11 million to the estate of a Chicago man who died of natural causes in 2016.
History was made this week after the Illinois State Treasurer's office returned $11 million to the estate of a Chicago man who died of natural causes in 2016.
Here’s how much money you should be saving per paycheck
Recent studies show savings accounts are starting to dwindle as the U.S. rebounds from the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown, but experts say every little bit still counts.
Recent studies show savings accounts are starting to dwindle as the U.S. rebounds from the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown, but experts say every little bit still counts.
Millions could still be eligible for a stimulus check - and time is running out to claim it
Americans could possibly be owed a five-figure payment from the federal government.
Americans could possibly be owed a five-figure payment from the federal government.
History made after Illinois State Treasurer returns $11M to Chicago man's family
LARGEST IN THE NATION: History was made this week after the Illinois State Treasurer's office returned $11 million to the estate of a Chicago man who died of natural causes in 2016.
LARGEST IN THE NATION: History was made this week after the Illinois State Treasurer's office returned $11 million to the estate of a Chicago man who died of natural causes in 2016.
Deadline to file for Illinois income and property tax rebate checks is today --- What you need to know
If you want to receive an Illinois income and property tax rebate check, Monday is the last day to fill out the forms.
If you want to receive an Illinois income and property tax rebate check, Monday is the last day to fill out the forms.
Deadline to file for Illinois income and property tax rebate checks is today --- What you need to know
If you want to receive Illinois income and property tax rebate checks, Monday is the last day to fill out the forms.
If you want to receive Illinois income and property tax rebate checks, Monday is the last day to fill out the forms.
Student loan forgiveness website launches in test mode — applications available ‘periodically’
Applications for federal student loan relief are live on the government’s student aid website — sort of.
Applications for federal student loan relief are live on the government’s student aid website — sort of.
Student loan borrowers can now apply to have debt forgiven — what to know
The website to apply to have student loan debt forgiven went live Friday night.
The website to apply to have student loan debt forgiven went live Friday night.
Website to apply for student loan debt forgiveness goes live
The website to apply to have student loan debt forgiven went live Friday night.
The website to apply to have student loan debt forgiven went live Friday night.
Indiana issues tax refunds to deceased residents
Indiana has issued more than a million-and-a-half refund checks, and some those were sent to people who are deceased.
Indiana has issued more than a million-and-a-half refund checks, and some those were sent to people who are deceased.
Indiana issues tax refunds to deceased residents
Indiana has issued more than a million and a half refund checks, and some those were sent to people who are deceased.
Indiana has issued more than a million and a half refund checks, and some those were sent to people who are deceased.
Social Security sees highest cost-of-living increase in 40 years, benefits to jump by 8.7%
Just as core inflation rises to a 40-year high, the Social Security Administration announces a 8.7% boost for social security recipients in 2023.
Just as core inflation rises to a 40-year high, the Social Security Administration announces a 8.7% boost for social security recipients in 2023.
Social Security benefits to jump by 8.7% in 2023
The Social Security cost-of-living adjustment means the average recipient will receive more than $140 a month starting in January.
The Social Security cost-of-living adjustment means the average recipient will receive more than $140 a month starting in January.
US inflation accelerated in September, keeping pressure on households
Consumer prices rose 8.2% in September compared with a year earlier.
Consumer prices rose 8.2% in September compared with a year earlier.
How to save money ahead of holiday shopping
With rising prices and inflation, finding a way to pay for all the gifts on your list may take a Christmas miracle.
With rising prices and inflation, finding a way to pay for all the gifts on your list may take a Christmas miracle.
Mega Millions surges to nearly $500 million ahead of Friday drawing
The second-largest Mega Millions jackpot of 2022 is up for grabs on Friday, which also comes with an estimated $248.7 million cash option, officials say.
The second-largest Mega Millions jackpot of 2022 is up for grabs on Friday, which also comes with an estimated $248.7 million cash option, officials say.
This is how much money you need to get divorced
Going through a divorce can be incredibly difficult, no matter the reason. And the financial cost varies widely depending on the circumstances. Here’s what to know.
Going through a divorce can be incredibly difficult, no matter the reason. And the financial cost varies widely depending on the circumstances. Here’s what to know.