Trump's approval rating hit new low amid Iran war, recent poll finds
President Donald Trump’s approval rating has slipped recently, according to a recent poll.
President Donald Trump’s approval rating has slipped recently, according to a recent poll.
IRS warns millions may miss unclaimed tax refunds
With Tax Day just two weeks away, the IRS says more than 1.3 million people — including many in Illinois — still have unclaimed refunds from 2022. Officials explain how to check if you’re owed money, what’s new this tax season, and how to avoid mistakes when filing.
With Tax Day just two weeks away, the IRS says more than 1.3 million people — including many in Illinois — still have unclaimed refunds from 2022. Officials explain how to check if you’re owed money, what’s new this tax season, and how to avoid mistakes when filing.
Report: Dems say Noem spent thousands of taxpayer money on horse, hair and makeup in Mount Rushmore ad
Former Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem spent over a quarter of a million dollars on a controversial $220 million advertising campaign.
Former Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem spent over a quarter of a million dollars on a controversial $220 million advertising campaign.
United warns of rising airfares amid fuel surge: What you can do
United Airlines is warning that rising jet fuel prices — driven by Middle East tensions disrupting global oil supplies — are likely to push airfares higher and could dampen travel demand.
United Airlines is warning that rising jet fuel prices — driven by Middle East tensions disrupting global oil supplies — are likely to push airfares higher and could dampen travel demand.
Why is the U.S. dollar declining? Here’s what comes next | ChicagoLIVE
The U.S. dollar is weakening, and experts say it could impact prices, investments and global trade.
The U.S. dollar is weakening, and experts say it could impact prices, investments and global trade.
Gas is so expensive right now, DoorDash launched gas price relief program for its drivers
A popular delivery app is looking for ways to help its drivers weather skyrocketing gas prices and keep them on the road.
A popular delivery app is looking for ways to help its drivers weather skyrocketing gas prices and keep them on the road.
Restaurant owners slam growing no-tip dining trend: 'Degrading service'
Stripping restaurant servers of their tips could kill motivation, say some.
Stripping restaurant servers of their tips could kill motivation, say some.
America 250: New dimes in 2026 will have commemorative design
In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, a new design theme will be printed on the 10-cent coin this year. The dimes will return to the President Roosevelt design in 2027.
In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, a new design theme will be printed on the 10-cent coin this year. The dimes will return to the President Roosevelt design in 2027.
Treasury Department taking over student loans: What to know
Defaulted federal student loans will now be managed by the Treasury Department under a new agreement that was announced on Thursday.
Defaulted federal student loans will now be managed by the Treasury Department under a new agreement that was announced on Thursday.
Gas prices skyrocket in US, up nearly $1 a gallon in past month
Drivers across the United States find themselves digging deeper in their pockets as they fill their tanks. Gas prices continue their upward march and are nearing the $4 mark, according to new numbers from AAA.
Drivers across the United States find themselves digging deeper in their pockets as they fill their tanks. Gas prices continue their upward march and are nearing the $4 mark, according to new numbers from AAA.
Former NFL star sparks viral debate over tipping practices at self-service restaurants
NFL player JJ Watt's X post goes viral as Americans question when tipping is appropriate or not.
NFL player JJ Watt's X post goes viral as Americans question when tipping is appropriate or not.
Record number of Americans dipping into retirement savings amid rising costs | ChicagoLIVE
With rising costs putting pressure on household budgets, a growing number of Americans are tapping into their retirement savings to cover everyday expenses. Rebecca Smith of Benemoney joined ChicagoLIVE to discuss the risks of early withdrawals, alternatives people can consider, and financial steps that may help avoid dipping into a 401(k) too soon.
With rising costs putting pressure on household budgets, a growing number of Americans are tapping into their retirement savings to cover everyday expenses. Rebecca Smith of Benemoney joined ChicagoLIVE to discuss the risks of early withdrawals, alternatives people can consider, and financial steps that may help avoid dipping into a 401(k) too soon.
What homebuyers need to know about HOA rules and fees before purchasing
Real estate advisor Ashley Nicole Tarver explains the key questions buyers should ask about homeowners association rules, dues, and potential costs before choosing a home in an HOA community.
Real estate advisor Ashley Nicole Tarver explains the key questions buyers should ask about homeowners association rules, dues, and potential costs before choosing a home in an HOA community.
Illinois advocates push for statewide guaranteed income program modeled after Cook County plan
Advocates in Illinois are pushing for a statewide guaranteed income program modeled after Cook County's plan.
Advocates in Illinois are pushing for a statewide guaranteed income program modeled after Cook County's plan.
Mortgage rates rise to highest level in over a month
Mortgage rates climbed this week, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday.
Mortgage rates climbed this week, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday.
Here's how much tariffs are costing US families each month, according to Democrats
As the cost of living continues to squeeze household budgets, a new report is putting a spotlight on the impact of tariffs, and the added financial burden consumers face under current trade policies.
As the cost of living continues to squeeze household budgets, a new report is putting a spotlight on the impact of tariffs, and the added financial burden consumers face under current trade policies.
USPS honors lowrider culture with historic new stamp series
The stamps celebrate the artistic movement that began in 1940s Mexican American barrios, featuring a 1946 Chevy Fleetline, three Chevy Impalas, and a 1987 Oldsmobile.
The stamps celebrate the artistic movement that began in 1940s Mexican American barrios, featuring a 1946 Chevy Fleetline, three Chevy Impalas, and a 1987 Oldsmobile.
Rising fertilizer and diesel costs could make groceries more expensive
Professor Nick Paulson from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign explains how global conflicts are driving up farm input costs and what that could mean for corn, soybeans, pumpkins, and your grocery bill.
Professor Nick Paulson from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign explains how global conflicts are driving up farm input costs and what that could mean for corn, soybeans, pumpkins, and your grocery bill.
The Tooth Fairy is paying out more than last year, survey finds
A new poll reveals that the average value of a single lost tooth during the past year has increased. Here's how much it's worth.
A new poll reveals that the average value of a single lost tooth during the past year has increased. Here's how much it's worth.
Americans skipping meals or cutting back on other needs to afford health care, poll finds
As millions of Americans endure the financial burden of rising health care costs, some admit to making sacrifices to cover their expenses like skipping meals, according to a new poll.
As millions of Americans endure the financial burden of rising health care costs, some admit to making sacrifices to cover their expenses like skipping meals, according to a new poll.