Back-to-school costs up 5%: Expert shares tips to help save | ChicagoNOW
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Back-to-school season is officially here, and parents are facing a different kind of homework: managing the rising costs. Prices for supplies, tech, and activities are up about 5% compared to last year. Financial expert Pattie Ehsaei discusses smart and practical strategies to help families stretch their dollar while still setting kids up for a successful school year.

Furniture tariff threat, hiring slowdown, Boeing plans 500-plane deal | Consumer News
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Consumer News: More companies plan to slow hiring in the second Half of 2025. Trump considers tariffs on imported furniture. Boeing is expected to sell 500 planes to China. Plus, Blue Bell issues an ice cream recall, Johnson & Johnson's U.S. investment, a study finds that 44% of adults order off the kids' menu, and more.

Dow rockets over 900 points to record high as Powell signals possible rate cut
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The Dow Jones Industrial Average surged more than 900 points Tuesday, notching a new all-time high after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell hinted that a rate cut could be on the horizon, fueling investor optimism across Wall Street.

How much will Chicago Bears tickets cost you this year?
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Chicago Bears fans are already counting down the days until kickoff ? but if you?re planning to head to Soldier Field this season, how much will it cost you?

Chicagoans asked to weigh In on speed cameras
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As the city adds 50 more cameras this year, a working group is surveying residents on how to make the controversial program more equitable, Block Club Chicago?s Mack Liederman talked with us about the latest.

These are Americans' top financial regrets -- and what to do about them

Some of the top reasons people had a financial regret were not saving early enough for retirement, taking on too much student loan debt and credit card debt.

Most parents fall into debt for their children: Survey

A survey reveals that soaring living costs are pushing most parents into debt. Many say it’s becoming “unmanageable."

Beverly teen gets over $8M in college scholarships
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A Beverly teenager has secured more than $8 million in college scholarships. We sat down with Aaron Williams to hear more about his journey, and the start of his college career!

Fake Labubu warning, GoodRx deal for Ozempic and Wegovy & airline lawsuits | Consumer News
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The Consumer Product Safety Commission issues a warning about fake Labubu dolls posing a choking risk. The FTC is suing a ticket resale company. Former President Jimmy Carter is honored with a postage stamp. GoodRx partners with Novo Nordisk to expand access to Ozempic and Wegovy. Plus, can you sue if your window seat doesn't have a window? Here's your latest consumer headlines. FOX 32's Good Day Chicago starts your morning off with the latest breaking news from across the area.

Powerball grows to $643M

The Powerball jackpot is rapidly growing, and could grow into one of the largest jackpots in history if a winner doesn’t emerge in the next drawing or two.

Are you being quiet fired? Local expert weighs in
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You?ve probably heard of ?quiet quitting? ? but what about ?quiet firing?? It?s when a company pushes someone out without ever officially firing them ? things like being passed up for projects, left out of meetings, or given zero feedback. It?s subtle, but it can leave people feeling powerless, confused, and stuck.

Wages are outpacing pandemic-era inflation in these 4 industries

A new Bankrate report shows that while wages are slowly catching up, they still lag behind the surge in prices that began during the pandemic.

$1,390 IRS stimulus checks are not in the works, despite viral rumors

Online posts claim the IRS is set to send $1,390 stimulus checks to low- and middle-income taxpayers by summer’s end. The IRS says that’s false — and explains why no payments are coming.

'Sneakflation': The hidden reason your money doesn't go as far
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Finance expert Dan Roccato breaks down ?sneakflation? and shares smart tips to fight back as hidden costs and shrinking products quietly eat into your wallet.