How to avoid tax scams this filing season
As tax filing season begins, scammers are ramping up efforts to steal money and personal information from taxpayers.
As tax filing season begins, scammers are ramping up efforts to steal money and personal information from taxpayers.
Tariff refunds: Who's getting them and when will they be issued?
The Supreme Court ruling that struck down most of President Trump’s tariffs has left unanswered questions: Will the money already collected by the government be refunded? And if so, who’s getting their money back?
The Supreme Court ruling that struck down most of President Trump’s tariffs has left unanswered questions: Will the money already collected by the government be refunded? And if so, who’s getting their money back?
Deadliest jobs in America revealed
More than 5,000 work-related deaths were recorded in the U.S. in 2024.
More than 5,000 work-related deaths were recorded in the U.S. in 2024.
Trump enacts 10% global tariffs in response to Supreme Court decision
President Donald Trump used another law — Section 232 of the 1962 Trade Expansion Act — to slap 10% sectoral tariffs on steel and aluminum, cars, copper, lumber and products like kitchen cabinets worldwide.
President Donald Trump used another law — Section 232 of the 1962 Trade Expansion Act — to slap 10% sectoral tariffs on steel and aluminum, cars, copper, lumber and products like kitchen cabinets worldwide.
Supreme Court rules Trump's tariffs violated federal law
On Friday, the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s global tariffs, handing Trump a major loss on an issue important to his economic agenda.
On Friday, the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s global tariffs, handing Trump a major loss on an issue important to his economic agenda.
US stocks remain relatively calm after Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s tariffs
U.S. stocks edged slightly higher on Friday after the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs.
U.S. stocks edged slightly higher on Friday after the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs.
Supreme Court blocks Trump’s emergency tariff powers, dealing major blow to economic agenda
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that President Donald Trump exceeded his authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, potentially forcing the U.S. to refund over $133 billion in collected tariffs while reshaping long-term economic projections.
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that President Donald Trump exceeded his authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, potentially forcing the U.S. to refund over $133 billion in collected tariffs while reshaping long-term economic projections.
Study reveals which states have the highest and lowest income tax burdens - See where your state ranks
Americans across the country are filing their income taxes and depending on where you live, your state’s effective tax rate determines how much of your annual income is taxed.
Americans across the country are filing their income taxes and depending on where you live, your state’s effective tax rate determines how much of your annual income is taxed.
Stimulus payment February 2026, IRS direct deposit relief, tariff dividend & tax refund fact check
Claims about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends spread throughout 2025 — and they’re still circulating in 2026. But is there any truth to them?
Claims about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends spread throughout 2025 — and they’re still circulating in 2026. But is there any truth to them?
Why some taxpayers could see bigger refunds this year | ChicagoLIVE
IRS spokesperson Yviand Serbones Hernandez shares what’s driving higher average refunds, how much of an increase filers can expect and whether the trend could continue in future tax years.
IRS spokesperson Yviand Serbones Hernandez shares what’s driving higher average refunds, how much of an increase filers can expect and whether the trend could continue in future tax years.
Bill would guarantee paid sick leave for all US workers if passed
All American workers could earn up to one week of paid sick time a year under the proposed legislation.
All American workers could earn up to one week of paid sick time a year under the proposed legislation.
Americans are under the most financial distress in these cities, data suggests
WalletHub found that despite inflation cooling on essentials like groceries and gas, many Americans are still experiencing financial distress.
WalletHub found that despite inflation cooling on essentials like groceries and gas, many Americans are still experiencing financial distress.
States with the highest property taxes in 2026
Property taxes can be either a small cost or a major financial strain, depending on your location. A recent report highlights where Americans are feeling the greatest pressure on their budgets from these yearly expenses.
Property taxes can be either a small cost or a major financial strain, depending on your location. A recent report highlights where Americans are feeling the greatest pressure on their budgets from these yearly expenses.
Americans see bigger tax refunds so far this year as filing season begins at a slower pace
The average tax refund has jumped to $2,290, despite fewer people filing returns in the early weeks of tax season.
The average tax refund has jumped to $2,290, despite fewer people filing returns in the early weeks of tax season.
How Americans are prioritizing money goals in 2026: survey
A new Bankrate survey shows Americans are trying to balance emergency savings and credit card debt — but most aren’t making meaningful progress.
A new Bankrate survey shows Americans are trying to balance emergency savings and credit card debt — but most aren’t making meaningful progress.
DePaul, Loyola Chicago accused of steering low-income families to take out large loans
DePaul University and Loyola University Chicago steered low-income families to expensive loans, according to a new report.
DePaul University and Loyola University Chicago steered low-income families to expensive loans, according to a new report.
The typical American worker has just $955 saved for retirement, study shows
The median American worker has just $955 saved for retirement through a defined contribution plan like a 401(k) account, a new study found.
The median American worker has just $955 saved for retirement through a defined contribution plan like a 401(k) account, a new study found.
Tax tips to know before you file | ChicagoNOW
Tax season is here and there are new tax breaks you may not know about. Rachel Richards, CPA and head of Tax at Gelt, joins via zoom to breakdown these new deductions.
Tax season is here and there are new tax breaks you may not know about. Rachel Richards, CPA and head of Tax at Gelt, joins via zoom to breakdown these new deductions.
Inflation measure dips to nearly five-year low as gas prices drop, housing costs ease
The latest Consumer Price Index released Friday shows that inflation is cooling slightly as apartment prices slowed and gas prices dipped, offering a bit of relief to consumers dealing with rising costs in the past couple of years.
The latest Consumer Price Index released Friday shows that inflation is cooling slightly as apartment prices slowed and gas prices dipped, offering a bit of relief to consumers dealing with rising costs in the past couple of years.
Francesca's files for bankruptcy, launches closing sales at all locations
Women's retailer Francesca's launched going-out-of-business sales with discounts up to 40% off all merchandise categories after filing for bankruptcy.
Women's retailer Francesca's launched going-out-of-business sales with discounts up to 40% off all merchandise categories after filing for bankruptcy.