FAFSA misunderstood by majority of students, study says: What to know about the federal aid application
FAFSA is misunderstood by many students, who are missing out on free money to fund their college education. Here's everything you need to know.
FAFSA is misunderstood by many students, who are missing out on free money to fund their college education. Here's everything you need to know.
Locally owned Chicago costume shop pushes back against giant Halloween chain
"I'm not against people making money – I'm definitely a capitalist," said the owner of Chicago Costume Company. "But we are paying taxes that are funding public schools and roads. And we're here in the middle of February, when you might need something for that school play."
"I'm not against people making money – I'm definitely a capitalist," said the owner of Chicago Costume Company. "But we are paying taxes that are funding public schools and roads. And we're here in the middle of February, when you might need something for that school play."
Social Security checks to increase by 5.9% in 2022 as inflation jumps
The Social Security COLA amounts to $92 a month for the average retired worker, according to estimates released by the Social Security Administration.
The Social Security COLA amounts to $92 a month for the average retired worker, according to estimates released by the Social Security Administration.
Debt ceiling: House passes short-term increase, sends to Biden
The House approved a short-term debt ceiling increase so President Joe Biden can sign it into law this week.
The House approved a short-term debt ceiling increase so President Joe Biden can sign it into law this week.
Gas prices on the rise, leaving only 8 states under $3 per gallon
U.S. gas prices across the nation stand at about $3.25 per gallon.
U.S. gas prices across the nation stand at about $3.25 per gallon.
Americans quit jobs at highest rate on record in August, Labor Department says
One reason America’s employers are having trouble filling jobs was starkly illustrated in a report Tuesday: Americans are quitting in droves.
One reason America’s employers are having trouble filling jobs was starkly illustrated in a report Tuesday: Americans are quitting in droves.
How to get out of a real estate agent contract
Getting out of a contract with a Realtor or real estate agent is possible but can lead to early termination fees. Here’s what you need to know.
Getting out of a contract with a Realtor or real estate agent is possible but can lead to early termination fees. Here’s what you need to know.
Some consumers to spend more post-pandemic, including on home improvements, survey finds
More than a quarter of Americans who plan to increase their post-pandemic spending want to take on a home improvement project, according to a new survey. Here are some ways to pay for renovations.
More than a quarter of Americans who plan to increase their post-pandemic spending want to take on a home improvement project, according to a new survey. Here are some ways to pay for renovations.
More than $3 million spent in Al Capone auction
People were willing to drop a lot of money for Al Capone's old things.
People were willing to drop a lot of money for Al Capone's old things.
Suburban Chicago mayor gives away gasoline to 900 residents
"If we can help someone along the way in these trying times, we all should," said Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard.
"If we can help someone along the way in these trying times, we all should," said Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard.
Warning to Chicago White Sox and Houston Astros fans: Beware of fake playoff tickets
A warning before you get ripped off: those "cheap" tickets might come with massive fees on the last page before you press "pay."
A warning before you get ripped off: those "cheap" tickets might come with massive fees on the last page before you press "pay."
Costco, other retailers impacted by fewer Christmas trees this year because of drought, supply chain shortage
Costco and other retailers may be selling fewer Christmas trees this Holiday season due to months of droughts and global supply chain shortages.
Costco and other retailers may be selling fewer Christmas trees this Holiday season due to months of droughts and global supply chain shortages.
COVID-19 stimulus checks: ‘Math error’ could mean some owe more in taxes
People who received a 6470 letter in the mail could see one of three notices which include a CP11, CP12, or CP13.
People who received a 6470 letter in the mail could see one of three notices which include a CP11, CP12, or CP13.
September jobs report: US adds weak 194K jobs as delta maintains hold
U.S. employers added just 194,000 jobs in September, a second straight tepid gain and evidence that the pandemic still has a grip on the economy.
U.S. employers added just 194,000 jobs in September, a second straight tepid gain and evidence that the pandemic still has a grip on the economy.
Longer student loan forbearance is needed, 40% of borrowers say in survey
The payment suspension on federal student loans was part of the greater push for COVID-19 emergency relief, but payments restart in just a few short months. According to a new survey, 40% of borrowers want a longer suspension of loan payments.
The payment suspension on federal student loans was part of the greater push for COVID-19 emergency relief, but payments restart in just a few short months. According to a new survey, 40% of borrowers want a longer suspension of loan payments.
What is a deductible in car insurance?
Here’s everything you need to know about car insurance deductibles, including how much they cost and what type of coverage you may need.
Here’s everything you need to know about car insurance deductibles, including how much they cost and what type of coverage you may need.
Child tax credit improves savings for 33% of families, data shows - what to do if you're struggling
The future of child tax credits lies in the $3.5 trillion budget bill being negotiated in Congress. New data shows the credit improves finances for 33% of families.
The future of child tax credits lies in the $3.5 trillion budget bill being negotiated in Congress. New data shows the credit improves finances for 33% of families.
US unemployment claims fall to 326,000, first drop in four weeks
U.S. unemployment claims were down by 38,000 to 326,000 last week, the first drop in four weeks.
U.S. unemployment claims were down by 38,000 to 326,000 last week, the first drop in four weeks.
Homeowner equity grows to nearly $3T in Q2, averaging $50K annual gain per homeowner: report
Home prices are surging, bringing record equity gains to homeowners.
Home prices are surging, bringing record equity gains to homeowners.
Senate confirms new CFPB director who believes government 'must do more to cancel student debt'
New CFPB director Rohit Chopra has spoken extensively about his stance on student loan forgiveness and higher education reform. Here's how your student loans may be impacted by his confirmation.
New CFPB director Rohit Chopra has spoken extensively about his stance on student loan forgiveness and higher education reform. Here's how your student loans may be impacted by his confirmation.