US job growth soars past expectations with 467,000 added, shaking off omicron surge
U.S. job growth blew past expectations in January, as the economy brushed off a record-breaking surge in COVID-19 cases nationwide that threatened to sideline millions of workers and kept many consumers at home.
U.S. job growth blew past expectations in January, as the economy brushed off a record-breaking surge in COVID-19 cases nationwide that threatened to sideline millions of workers and kept many consumers at home.
10-year mortgage refinance rates plunge to 7-day low | Feb. 3, 2022
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Feb. 3, 2022, which are mixed from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Feb. 3, 2022, which are mixed from yesterday.
Starbucks to raise menu prices to offset inflation
The Seattle-based coffee franchise had already raised prices — once in October 2021 and December 2021 — but inflation woes and labor issues have forced the company to hike prices once again.
The Seattle-based coffee franchise had already raised prices — once in October 2021 and December 2021 — but inflation woes and labor issues have forced the company to hike prices once again.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker presents annual budget plan amid winter storm
“Painstaking work has been done ... over the last 3 years to diligently and meticulously reverse the irresponsible decisions of the past and ensure that responsible budgeting would become the rule, not the exception.”
“Painstaking work has been done ... over the last 3 years to diligently and meticulously reverse the irresponsible decisions of the past and ensure that responsible budgeting would become the rule, not the exception.”
National debt tops $30 trillion
Treasury Department data shows new milestone as government spending continues to soar
Treasury Department data shows new milestone as government spending continues to soar
Tax season 2022: What you need to know about filing your taxes
The IRS is requesting people to file their tax returns ahead of the April 18 deadline to avoid delays in their payments.
The IRS is requesting people to file their tax returns ahead of the April 18 deadline to avoid delays in their payments.
Tips for keeping your New Year's financial resolutions while fighting inflation
Bill Bloom from Bloom Financial dishes out helpful tips for staying on course with your financial goals in 2022 while battling the rise of inflation.
Bill Bloom from Bloom Financial dishes out helpful tips for staying on course with your financial goals in 2022 while battling the rise of inflation.
IRS urges Americans to file tax returns ASAP. Here's why
The IRS has one request for Americans looking to get their tax refund as quickly as possible: File your return electronically and as soon as possible.
The IRS has one request for Americans looking to get their tax refund as quickly as possible: File your return electronically and as soon as possible.
Why is my heating bill so high? Advocates, lawmakers blame surcharge that can cost you $150/year
CUB said that Peoples Gas customers were told it would cost them only $13/year. But CUB said some customers are paying more than $13/month – adding up to $150/year.
CUB said that Peoples Gas customers were told it would cost them only $13/year. But CUB said some customers are paying more than $13/month – adding up to $150/year.
Veteran wins $4M lottery using fortune cookie numbers ‘on a whim’
“We started running around the house,” winner Gabriel Fierro said, “screaming like a bunch of banshees.”
“We started running around the house,” winner Gabriel Fierro said, “screaming like a bunch of banshees.”
Tips for maximizing your 2021 tax refund
CPA Chad Elkins breaks down how you can boost your 2021 tax refund during filing season.
CPA Chad Elkins breaks down how you can boost your 2021 tax refund during filing season.
T-mobile vaccine mandate: Office employees must comply by April
T-mobile is the latest high-profile company to keep a vaccine mandate after the Supreme Court rejected Biden’s plan earlier this month.
T-mobile is the latest high-profile company to keep a vaccine mandate after the Supreme Court rejected Biden’s plan earlier this month.
Did you win a million dollars? Lottery ticket sold in Bolingbrook worth big bucks
The winner matched all six numbers in the Thursday, January 27 drawing: 26-29-33-41-44-50.
The winner matched all six numbers in the Thursday, January 27 drawing: 26-29-33-41-44-50.
Proposed law would add breastfeeding supplies and support to list of FEMA-approved expenses
The “Delivering Essentials to Mothers Amid Natural Disasters” (DEMAND) act, introduced by Rep. Lauren Underwood (D-Western Suburbs) and Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-Illinois), aims to highlight the unique impacts extreme weather and emergency events have on breastfeeding mothers and babies.
The “Delivering Essentials to Mothers Amid Natural Disasters” (DEMAND) act, introduced by Rep. Lauren Underwood (D-Western Suburbs) and Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-Illinois), aims to highlight the unique impacts extreme weather and emergency events have on breastfeeding mothers and babies.
Rare US silver dollar coin sold for $12M by Las Vegas man
GreatCollections Coin Auctions bought a rare silver dollar coin from a Las Vegas man for $12 million with experts saying the coin dates back to 1794.
GreatCollections Coin Auctions bought a rare silver dollar coin from a Las Vegas man for $12 million with experts saying the coin dates back to 1794.
Companies allow people to opt-out of Valentine’s Day emails
As interest in celebrating Valentine’s Day gradually declines, companies are giving consumers a chance to opt-out of those marketing emails that seem to bombard your inbox any time a holiday approaches.
As interest in celebrating Valentine’s Day gradually declines, companies are giving consumers a chance to opt-out of those marketing emails that seem to bombard your inbox any time a holiday approaches.
Lollapalooza brought in $305 million for Chicago
Researchers say Lollapalooza brought hundreds of millions of dollars into Chicago last year, according to a new report.
Researchers say Lollapalooza brought hundreds of millions of dollars into Chicago last year, according to a new report.
Mega Millions jackpot reaches $421 million; drawing Friday night
At $421 million, Friday’s jackpot is creeping closer to being in Mega Millions’ 10 most valuable jackpots of all time.
At $421 million, Friday’s jackpot is creeping closer to being in Mega Millions’ 10 most valuable jackpots of all time.
Florida man wins $1M from scratch-off ticket, plans to surprise spouse: 'I haven't even told my wife yet'
"I haven't even told my wife yet," the Plant City man said. "I'm going to surprise her by walking into our house with this oversized check and when she doesn't believe me -- I'm going to tell her to check our bank account!"
"I haven't even told my wife yet," the Plant City man said. "I'm going to surprise her by walking into our house with this oversized check and when she doesn't believe me -- I'm going to tell her to check our bank account!"
Today's mortgage refinance rates edge up, but still at money-saving levels | Jan. 27, 2022
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Jan. 27, 2022, which are up from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Jan. 27, 2022, which are up from yesterday.