Illinois rejects federal 'No Tax on Tips' | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois officials have rejected the federal “No Tax on Tips” proposal, signaling that the state will continue taxing gratuities despite national efforts to exempt tipped income.
Illinois officials have rejected the federal “No Tax on Tips” proposal, signaling that the state will continue taxing gratuities despite national efforts to exempt tipped income.
Chicago mayor holds briefing to ‘fact check’ ads targeting 2026 proposed budget
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson held a press briefing Tuesday to "fact check" ad commercials circulating about the 2026 proposed budget.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson held a press briefing Tuesday to "fact check" ad commercials circulating about the 2026 proposed budget.
SNAP: See the overpayment and underpayment rates for benefits in every state
There are around 42 million low-income Americans who receive benefits from the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP). The SNAP Quality Control system ensures recipients receive the right benefits and identifies both underpayments and overpayments.
There are around 42 million low-income Americans who receive benefits from the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP). The SNAP Quality Control system ensures recipients receive the right benefits and identifies both underpayments and overpayments.
Powerball jackpot soars to $775 million for Wednesday's drawing
The cash prize continues to rise after no lottery player matched all the winning numbers from Monday night's drawing.
The cash prize continues to rise after no lottery player matched all the winning numbers from Monday night's drawing.
Your 2025 holiday tipping guide: Who to tip and how much
Here's a look at how much Americans plan to tip this holiday season.
Here's a look at how much Americans plan to tip this holiday season.
New SNAP requirements now in effect, USDA planning major overhaul of program
Around 42 million low-income Americans rely on the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, known as SNAP or food stamps, to buy groceries. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) oversees the program and says it is working on a major overhaul to root out waste, fraud, and abuse.
Around 42 million low-income Americans rely on the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, known as SNAP or food stamps, to buy groceries. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) oversees the program and says it is working on a major overhaul to root out waste, fraud, and abuse.
Finance expert shares tips for navigating holiday budget stress | ChicagoNOW
December can be the most financially stressful month of the year, but finance expert Pattie Ehsaei is sharing practical ways to keep holiday costs under control. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
December can be the most financially stressful month of the year, but finance expert Pattie Ehsaei is sharing practical ways to keep holiday costs under control. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Social Security December payment schedule: Here’s when recipients get their checks
The Social Security Administration sends regular monthly payments, and the date varies depending on birth date or when you began receiving benefits. Here's what to expect in December.
The Social Security Administration sends regular monthly payments, and the date varies depending on birth date or when you began receiving benefits. Here's what to expect in December.
IRS releases guidance for Trump's 'no tax on tips' and overtime deductions: What to know
Workers can deduct up to $25K in tips and over $12K in overtime pay under new tax law provisions.
Workers can deduct up to $25K in tips and over $12K in overtime pay under new tax law provisions.
Delayed $3.6B aid that helps families pay to heat their homes released to states
Approximately $3.6 billion in delayed funding for heating assistance was released Friday to states and tribes. Here’s what we know.
Approximately $3.6 billion in delayed funding for heating assistance was released Friday to states and tribes. Here’s what we know.
Powerball jackpot climbs to $719 million for Saturday's drawing
The Powerball jackpot continues to grow after no player matched all the winning numbers from the Nov. 26 drawing.
The Powerball jackpot continues to grow after no player matched all the winning numbers from the Nov. 26 drawing.
Gen Z drives Black Friday shopping, survey says | ChicagoLIVE
A new survey shows Gen Z drives Black Friday shopping. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
A new survey shows Gen Z drives Black Friday shopping. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
HP to slash up to 6,000 jobs by 2028 in massive AI transformation push
Tech giant HP is looking to cut $1B in costs in next three years, and is cutting thousands of jobs in the meantime.
Tech giant HP is looking to cut $1B in costs in next three years, and is cutting thousands of jobs in the meantime.
Dick's Sporting Goods plans to close some Foot Locker stores
Dick's Sporting Goods plans to close underperforming Foot Locker stores after its $2.4 billion acquisition to boost profitability and growth.
Dick's Sporting Goods plans to close underperforming Foot Locker stores after its $2.4 billion acquisition to boost profitability and growth.
Stimulus payment November 2025, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check
Don’t spend that money just yet! Rumors are circulating online that the federal government will issue new stimulus checks before the end of the year. But Congress has not passed any legislation authorizing payments, and the IRS has not confirmed that any new stimulus checks are scheduled in the coming weeks.
Don’t spend that money just yet! Rumors are circulating online that the federal government will issue new stimulus checks before the end of the year. But Congress has not passed any legislation authorizing payments, and the IRS has not confirmed that any new stimulus checks are scheduled in the coming weeks.
Homeowners insurance costs could spike over next 2 years
Homeowners could see insurance premiums jump another 16% over the next two years due to an uptick in natural disasters and rebuilding costs.
Homeowners could see insurance premiums jump another 16% over the next two years due to an uptick in natural disasters and rebuilding costs.
Powerball jackpot surges to $681 million ahead of Wednesday drawing
Lottery players will have an opportunity to win the nearly $700 million prize after no ticket matched all the winning numbers in Monday night's drawing.
Lottery players will have an opportunity to win the nearly $700 million prize after no ticket matched all the winning numbers in Monday night's drawing.
Cook County continues guaranteed income program in 2026 budget
Cook County officials approved funding in 2026 to continue its guaranteed income program.
Cook County officials approved funding in 2026 to continue its guaranteed income program.
Why Chicagoans' property tax bills skyrocketed this year | The Chicago Report
Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi explains why so many Chicago homeowners' property tax bills went way up this year.
Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi explains why so many Chicago homeowners' property tax bills went way up this year.
‘Home Alone 2’: Kevin’s NYC trip would cost this much in 2025
With the expensive Plaza Hotel stay and room service, here’s how much Kevin’s “Home Alone 2" New York adventure would cost in 2025.
With the expensive Plaza Hotel stay and room service, here’s how much Kevin’s “Home Alone 2" New York adventure would cost in 2025.