New Trump tariffs hit furniture, other home projects
The newest round of President Trump's tariffs on Chinese good could make that next home remodeling project more expensive.
The newest round of President Trump's tariffs on Chinese good could make that next home remodeling project more expensive.
Apple hit with AI lawsuit, JPMorgan?s $10B U.S. investment, MTV shuts down channels | Business news
Apple faces another lawsuit over claims it used copyrighted books to train its AI. JP Morgan announces a $10 billion investment in U.S. companies tied to national security. Plus, MTV is shutting down its music channels across Europe after more than 40 years on air | FOX 32's Good Day Chicago starts your morning off with the latest breaking news from across the area.
Apple faces another lawsuit over claims it used copyrighted books to train its AI. JP Morgan announces a $10 billion investment in U.S. companies tied to national security. Plus, MTV is shutting down its music channels across Europe after more than 40 years on air | FOX 32's Good Day Chicago starts your morning off with the latest breaking news from across the area.
Crypto crash, Spirit Airlines bankruptcy update, SpaceX launch | Business news
Bitcoin and other major cryptocurrencies lost more than $9 billion in value following heightened U.S. China tensions. Spirit Airlines secured a $475 million lifeline to continue operations after filing for bankruptcy. Plus, SpaceX plans its latest Starship test launch.
Bitcoin and other major cryptocurrencies lost more than $9 billion in value following heightened U.S. China tensions. Spirit Airlines secured a $475 million lifeline to continue operations after filing for bankruptcy. Plus, SpaceX plans its latest Starship test launch.
Some Americans will lose popular 401(k) tax break in major retirement rule change starting 2026
The IRS' new regulations change 401(k) catch-up contributions for some Americans starting in 2026.
The IRS' new regulations change 401(k) catch-up contributions for some Americans starting in 2026.
Sweeping layoffs 'have begun' as government shutdown drags on
Federal layoffs began Friday as the government shutdown dragged into a second week.
Federal layoffs began Friday as the government shutdown dragged into a second week.
IRS reveals 2026 tax adjustments with changes from 'big, beautiful bill'
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) on Thursday announced annual inflation adjustments for dozens of tax provisions, along with changes made under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA).
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) on Thursday announced annual inflation adjustments for dozens of tax provisions, along with changes made under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA).
Grocery bills are most expensive in these major cities, analysis finds
Grocery prices are a big financial stressor for many Americans, and here are the major cities that may be feeling the pinch the most.
Grocery prices are a big financial stressor for many Americans, and here are the major cities that may be feeling the pinch the most.
Trump says furloughed federal workers may not get backpay after shutdown ends
A week into the government shutdown, the White House said there is a possibility that furloughed federal workers might not receive backpay.
A week into the government shutdown, the White House said there is a possibility that furloughed federal workers might not receive backpay.
How immigration raids make private contractors wealthy | The Chicago Report
The recent immigration raids might have roiled Chicago communities, but they also might have made a handful of private contractors very wealthy.
The recent immigration raids might have roiled Chicago communities, but they also might have made a handful of private contractors very wealthy.
Social Security recipients getting double payments this October; here's why
The Social Security Administration sends some benefits early when the 1st falls on a weekend or holiday. Here’s which recipients will get a double payment this month.
The Social Security Administration sends some benefits early when the 1st falls on a weekend or holiday. Here’s which recipients will get a double payment this month.
Finance expert shares money saving tricks that could save you thousands | ChicagoNOW
Finance expert Pattie Ehsaei shares simple steps to stay on top of your money without feeling overwhelmed. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
Finance expert Pattie Ehsaei shares simple steps to stay on top of your money without feeling overwhelmed. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
What is an acceptable tip in 2025? Finance expert weighs in | ChicagoNOW
A recent study says Gen Z is tipping less, leaving the service industry frustrated. Finance expert Patti Ehsaei weighs in on what's considered an acceptable tip in 2025. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
A recent study says Gen Z is tipping less, leaving the service industry frustrated. Finance expert Patti Ehsaei weighs in on what's considered an acceptable tip in 2025. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
Bartenders noticing lack of tips from Gen Z drinkers, they say
Some bartenders are saying the youngest drinkers are the ones tipping less frequently at bars and restaurants than others.
Some bartenders are saying the youngest drinkers are the ones tipping less frequently at bars and restaurants than others.
Debt and divorce: Credit card balances driving marital breakdowns, survey finds
A new Debt.com survey reveals that credit card debt is playing an increasingly destructive role in American marriages.
A new Debt.com survey reveals that credit card debt is playing an increasingly destructive role in American marriages.
Social Security COLA announcement for 2026 may be delayed due to government shutdown
Social Security beneficiaries eager to find out how much their payments could rise next year have to wait longer because of the shutdown.
Social Security beneficiaries eager to find out how much their payments could rise next year have to wait longer because of the shutdown.
$1 Trump coin could be minted next year for America's 250th birthday
The draft design of the coin features Trump’s profile on one side of the coin.
The draft design of the coin features Trump’s profile on one side of the coin.
Financial expert explains how to protect your money during the government shutdown
With hundreds of thousands of workers furloughed and key services halted, Phillip Shaw from Goldstone Financial Group breaks down the potential impacts on Social Security, travel, and the economy while offering tips to safeguard your finances
With hundreds of thousands of workers furloughed and key services halted, Phillip Shaw from Goldstone Financial Group breaks down the potential impacts on Social Security, travel, and the economy while offering tips to safeguard your finances
New $50.6B plan to repair Illinois infrastructure, more than 200 projects
Gov. JB Pritzker announced a massive $50.6 billion multi-year program to repair infrastructure across the state, including more than 200 projects.
Gov. JB Pritzker announced a massive $50.6 billion multi-year program to repair infrastructure across the state, including more than 200 projects.
Government shutdown continues as Democrats stand firm on health care spending
Several hours into the first federal government shutdown since 2019, the Senate tried again to vote on a spending plan, but Democrats remained firm against it arguing to restore healthcare spending.
Several hours into the first federal government shutdown since 2019, the Senate tried again to vote on a spending plan, but Democrats remained firm against it arguing to restore healthcare spending.
How the government shutdown will impact the economy
The partial shutdown of the federal government could have an economic impact, although it's unlikely to have a significant impact based on past shutdowns.
The partial shutdown of the federal government could have an economic impact, although it's unlikely to have a significant impact based on past shutdowns.