Beyond the IRS: See who pays the most in state income and other taxes
Americans coast-to-coast filed their taxes this week. While the IRS dominated many of the headlines, most people were also filling out forms for their state as well.
Americans coast-to-coast filed their taxes this week. While the IRS dominated many of the headlines, most people were also filling out forms for their state as well.
Iran war latest: Strait of Hormuz closed again due to US blockade
Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz again as the war enters its 49th day Saturday.
Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz again as the war enters its 49th day Saturday.
‘Credit card chaos’? Financial institutions bet big on repeal of first-of-its-kind Illinois law
"Credit cards may not work for sales tax or tips starting July 1." By now, you’ve heard that claim, but whether it’s true depends on who you ask.
"Credit cards may not work for sales tax or tips starting July 1." By now, you’ve heard that claim, but whether it’s true depends on who you ask.
30,000 student loan borrowers expected to receive discharges as the final deadline passes
The Department of Education missed a critical deadline, a move that legally requires the federal agency to discharge student loans for thousands of borrowers.
The Department of Education missed a critical deadline, a move that legally requires the federal agency to discharge student loans for thousands of borrowers.
Study finds credit score, neighborhood may drive higher insurance rates in Illinois
A new study highlighted by Illinois PIRG Director Abe Scarr shows factors like credit scores and location can raise car and home insurance costs, as lawmakers push a bill to curb rate hikes.
A new study highlighted by Illinois PIRG Director Abe Scarr shows factors like credit scores and location can raise car and home insurance costs, as lawmakers push a bill to curb rate hikes.
Feds seek to override Illinois swipe-fee ban amid legal battle | ChicagoLIVE
With Illinois’ swipe-fee ban set to take effect in July, the federal government is stepping in, potentially halting a first-of-its-kind law.
With Illinois’ swipe-fee ban set to take effect in July, the federal government is stepping in, potentially halting a first-of-its-kind law.
Shoppers could be eligible for payouts after Trader Joe's $7.4 million settlement
Trader Joe’s is settling a multi-million dollar lawsuit that could lead to shoppers qualifying for a payout as part of a class action lawsuit.
Trader Joe’s is settling a multi-million dollar lawsuit that could lead to shoppers qualifying for a payout as part of a class action lawsuit.
Banks will have to collect citizenship data, Trump administration says
The Trump administration is reportedly preparing an executive order that would require banks to collect citizenship data for new and existing customers.
The Trump administration is reportedly preparing an executive order that would require banks to collect citizenship data for new and existing customers.
Starbucks, ChatGPT want AI to help pick your next drink
The scene plays out every day in coffeehouses everywhere. A customer reaches the front of the line and immediately cannot decide what to order. There are so many options: maybe just get the usual, maybe a tea, maybe coffee, maybe a Frappuccino, iced or hot… What is that, something new?
The scene plays out every day in coffeehouses everywhere. A customer reaches the front of the line and immediately cannot decide what to order. There are so many options: maybe just get the usual, maybe a tea, maybe coffee, maybe a Frappuccino, iced or hot… What is that, something new?
Chicago mayor wins tipped minimum wage fight
Chicago aldermen failed Wednesday to override Mayor Brandon Johnson’s veto, clearing the way for tipped workers’ wages to continue rising toward the city’s full minimum wage.
Chicago aldermen failed Wednesday to override Mayor Brandon Johnson’s veto, clearing the way for tipped workers’ wages to continue rising toward the city’s full minimum wage.
White House study says DEI policies cost US economy by promoting unqualified managers
The White House released a study that found diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies hinder productivity by leading to inefficient management that undercuts economic growth.
The White House released a study that found diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies hinder productivity by leading to inefficient management that undercuts economic growth.
Allbirds stock soars as shoemaker announces pivot to AI
Allbirds plans to rebrand as “NewBird AI" and shift from sustainable footwear to artificial intelligence.
Allbirds plans to rebrand as “NewBird AI" and shift from sustainable footwear to artificial intelligence.
Chicago City Council fails to override mayor's veto on tipped wage ordinance
Chicago aldermen failed Wednesday to override Mayor Brandon Johnson’s veto, clearing the way for tipped workers’ wages to continue rising toward the city’s full minimum wage.
Chicago aldermen failed Wednesday to override Mayor Brandon Johnson’s veto, clearing the way for tipped workers’ wages to continue rising toward the city’s full minimum wage.
Chicago alders fail to override mayor's veto on tipped wage ordinance
Chicago aldermen failed Wednesday to override Mayor Brandon Johnson’s veto, clearing the way for tipped workers’ wages to continue rising toward the city’s full minimum wage.
Chicago aldermen failed Wednesday to override Mayor Brandon Johnson’s veto, clearing the way for tipped workers’ wages to continue rising toward the city’s full minimum wage.
New report reveals utilities plan $1.4 trillion in spending that may push higher bills for consumers
A massive surge in infrastructure spending by investor-owned utilities is sparking concerns over a looming financial burden for American households' utility bills, according to analysis in a new report.
A massive surge in infrastructure spending by investor-owned utilities is sparking concerns over a looming financial burden for American households' utility bills, according to analysis in a new report.
Owed a lot in taxes? Here's what to do and how to look ahead for next year
Did you owe a lot of taxes this year? Or get a refund much larger than expected? Here’s some tips to avoid surprises (good or bad) next year.
Did you owe a lot of taxes this year? Or get a refund much larger than expected? Here’s some tips to avoid surprises (good or bad) next year.
Most Americans say they pay more than their fair share in taxes, survey shows
A growing majority of Americans believe they are paying more than their fair share in taxes, according to a new Pew Research Center survey.
A growing majority of Americans believe they are paying more than their fair share in taxes, according to a new Pew Research Center survey.
Here’s how to get money from Google’s $135M Android settlement
Millions of Android users could get paid in a $135M Google settlement. Here’s who qualifies and how much you might receive.
Millions of Android users could get paid in a $135M Google settlement. Here’s who qualifies and how much you might receive.
FIFA adds even more expensive World Cup ticket groups. What we know
Ahead of the start of the 2026 World Cup, FIFA has introduced even more expensive ticket categories, pushing prices for prime seats for matches to prominent levels.
Ahead of the start of the 2026 World Cup, FIFA has introduced even more expensive ticket categories, pushing prices for prime seats for matches to prominent levels.
‘Doomjobbing’ rises as U.S. job hiring slows | ChicagoNOW
New federal data shows hiring has dropped to its lowest level since the early pandemic, as job seekers face pressure from layoffs and the rise of AI in entry-level roles.
New federal data shows hiring has dropped to its lowest level since the early pandemic, as job seekers face pressure from layoffs and the rise of AI in entry-level roles.