Disney reportedly lays off hundreds of employees, Pixar hit hard despite blockbuster success
Disney laid off several hundred employees Tuesday morning across multiple divisions, with Pixar absorbing the largest share of the cuts.
Disney laid off several hundred employees Tuesday morning across multiple divisions, with Pixar absorbing the largest share of the cuts.
Buc-ee's reveals managers can earn up to $275K without college degree
Popular gas station chain Buc-ee's has sparked an online debate after displaying signs advertising employee pay, including salaries of up to $275,000 a year for some store managers without a college degree.
Popular gas station chain Buc-ee's has sparked an online debate after displaying signs advertising employee pay, including salaries of up to $275,000 a year for some store managers without a college degree.
30% of Americans admit to shoplifting, annual survey finds
More Americans say they're turning to shoplifting as inflation and financial strain continue to squeeze budgets. A new survey reveals who's stealing and what they're taking.
More Americans say they're turning to shoplifting as inflation and financial strain continue to squeeze budgets. A new survey reveals who's stealing and what they're taking.
Teen gets hefty payout for rare find from NBA legend
A teen found a rare Los Angeles Lakers warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain and received a massive payout.
A teen found a rare Los Angeles Lakers warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain and received a massive payout.
'Do not block hardworking Illinoisans,' Bailey says at tollway rate hike hearing in Aurora
A proposed Illinois Tollway increase faces opposition as residents voiced concerns at a public hearing Wednesday in Aurora. FOX Chicago's Gabriella Premus explains what this plan could mean for Illinois commuters.
A proposed Illinois Tollway increase faces opposition as residents voiced concerns at a public hearing Wednesday in Aurora. FOX Chicago's Gabriella Premus explains what this plan could mean for Illinois commuters.
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber nets $3.75 million at auction
The lightsaber from the iconic “Star Wars" sequel sold for nearly $4 million, marking the highest ever price for a prop used in the popular sci-fi film.
The lightsaber from the iconic “Star Wars" sequel sold for nearly $4 million, marking the highest ever price for a prop used in the popular sci-fi film.
Major grocery chain beats Walmart, Aldi in price war as shoppers hunt for checkout relief
A new price comparison of 15 grocery store staples found that this retailer had the cheapest overall basket, beating Walmart, Aldi and Albertsons.
A new price comparison of 15 grocery store staples found that this retailer had the cheapest overall basket, beating Walmart, Aldi and Albertsons.
Chicago's office market shows signs of recovery as leasing picks up
A new JLL report suggests Chicago's downtown office market is beginning to stabilize as demand for newer, high-quality buildings grows, even as overall vacancy remains elevated.
A new JLL report suggests Chicago's downtown office market is beginning to stabilize as demand for newer, high-quality buildings grows, even as overall vacancy remains elevated.
US average gas price rises above $4 a gallon again
Drivers are feeling a financial squeeze at the pump as the national average for a gallon of gasoline went over $4. The surging price eclipses last year's average, which had settled slightly over the $3 mark.
Drivers are feeling a financial squeeze at the pump as the national average for a gallon of gasoline went over $4. The surging price eclipses last year's average, which had settled slightly over the $3 mark.
Social Security cuts could begin in 2033: What to expect | ChicagoLIVE
New retirees could face significant Social Security benefit cuts as early as 2033. Jeffrey Brown, finance professor at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, explains why the program is facing less funding.
New retirees could face significant Social Security benefit cuts as early as 2033. Jeffrey Brown, finance professor at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, explains why the program is facing less funding.
Mayor Johnson's proposed renter protections face pushback
Mayor Brandon Johnson's proposed renter protections are receiving pushback from many, including Ald. Nicole Lee (11th). Lee joins Good Day Chicago to discuss a newly proposed rental ordinance that would serve as an alternative.
Mayor Brandon Johnson's proposed renter protections are receiving pushback from many, including Ald. Nicole Lee (11th). Lee joins Good Day Chicago to discuss a newly proposed rental ordinance that would serve as an alternative.
Map: How much it costs to raise kids in your city for 2026
While the rising cost of child care and housing is squeezing families nationwide, a new report reveals that the financial strain is significantly unequal depending on where you live.
While the rising cost of child care and housing is squeezing families nationwide, a new report reveals that the financial strain is significantly unequal depending on where you live.
Pizza chain to close up to 50 locations as sales slump
MTY Food Group CEO Eric Lefebvre various store locations at this pizza chain will close after nearly two years of turnaround efforts failed to deliver results.
MTY Food Group CEO Eric Lefebvre various store locations at this pizza chain will close after nearly two years of turnaround efforts failed to deliver results.
Illinois is the third largest data center market in the country
FOX Chicago's Liz Dueweke breaks down the rapid growth of data centers across Illinois and what they're expected to mean for the state's future. She also takes a look at the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park (IQMP), which focuses on quantum technology, and why the project has generated both strong support and concerns.
FOX Chicago's Liz Dueweke breaks down the rapid growth of data centers across Illinois and what they're expected to mean for the state's future. She also takes a look at the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park (IQMP), which focuses on quantum technology, and why the project has generated both strong support and concerns.
Federal prosecutors to drop charges against alleged mastermind of $722 million crypto Ponzi scheme
The Justice Department is moving to drop charges against a man accused of running an a bitcoin mining operation that prosecutors said functioned like a Ponzi scheme.
The Justice Department is moving to drop charges against a man accused of running an a bitcoin mining operation that prosecutors said functioned like a Ponzi scheme.
New study shows more Americans are using credit to pay for groceries
More Americans are using credit for buying groceries for their families and falling behind on those payments. Senior research associate Kassandra Martinchek from the Urban Institute breaks down what this means for family finances.
More Americans are using credit for buying groceries for their families and falling behind on those payments. Senior research associate Kassandra Martinchek from the Urban Institute breaks down what this means for family finances.
Consumers shouldn't expect prices to fall anytime soon, top economist warns
Conference Board Chief Economist Dana M. Peterson says consumers are abandoning big-ticket items as housing, healthcare, ad insurance costs influence spending.
Conference Board Chief Economist Dana M. Peterson says consumers are abandoning big-ticket items as housing, healthcare, ad insurance costs influence spending.
Firing up the grill? Beef prices more expensive due to shortage | ChicagoLIVE
The average price right now for a pound of ground beef is $6.75 nationwide. Cliff McConville from All Grass Farms explains the recent rise in beef prices and what's driving the shortage in beef.
The average price right now for a pound of ground beef is $6.75 nationwide. Cliff McConville from All Grass Farms explains the recent rise in beef prices and what's driving the shortage in beef.
Why student loan costs are rising this upcoming school year
Student loan interest rates and rules are changing this month, potentially increasing costs for borrowers. Dan Roccato, finance professor at the University of San Diego, explains what students and families can expect.
Student loan interest rates and rules are changing this month, potentially increasing costs for borrowers. Dan Roccato, finance professor at the University of San Diego, explains what students and families can expect.
Former Gov. Quinn pushing 'Millionaire Amendment' to lower Illinois property taxes
Former Illinois Governor Pat Quinn says Illinois homeowners are paying some of the highest property taxes in the nation, and he believes a new tax on millionaires could help provide relief.
Former Illinois Governor Pat Quinn says Illinois homeowners are paying some of the highest property taxes in the nation, and he believes a new tax on millionaires could help provide relief.