Amazon to pay $2.5B in FTC Prime case | We talk to the lead attorney
Most of us have Amazon Prime, but did you know the company just agreed to pay $2.5 billion to settle a Federal Trade Commission claim? The FTC alleges Amazon tricked tens of millions of Americans into enrolling in Prime and then made it confusing and difficult to cancel. We?re joined by Jonathan Cohen, lead Federal Trade Commission attorney, to explain.
Most of us have Amazon Prime, but did you know the company just agreed to pay $2.5 billion to settle a Federal Trade Commission claim? The FTC alleges Amazon tricked tens of millions of Americans into enrolling in Prime and then made it confusing and difficult to cancel. We?re joined by Jonathan Cohen, lead Federal Trade Commission attorney, to explain.
Why your money doesn?t go as far | Inflation explained with Bankrate
Groceries. Gas. Everyday bills. It feels like your money just doesn?t stretch the way it used to ? and you?re not alone. We sit down with Stephen Kates, financial analyst at Bankrate, to break down the latest on inflation.
Groceries. Gas. Everyday bills. It feels like your money just doesn?t stretch the way it used to ? and you?re not alone. We sit down with Stephen Kates, financial analyst at Bankrate, to break down the latest on inflation.
Poll: Streaming overtaking theaters for movie watching
U.S. moviegoers are opting to watch newly released movies from the comfort of their own homes instead of heading to a theater, according to a new poll.
U.S. moviegoers are opting to watch newly released movies from the comfort of their own homes instead of heading to a theater, according to a new poll.
Gen Z faces harsh financial reality as credit scores plunge to dangerous record lows across America
Experts warn that pandemic spending, student loan delinquencies and poor money habits have left young Americans vulnerable to a lifetime of higher costs and fewer choices.
Experts warn that pandemic spending, student loan delinquencies and poor money habits have left young Americans vulnerable to a lifetime of higher costs and fewer choices.
RadioShack, Pier 1 Imports owners accused of operating $112 million Ponzi scheme
The SEC accused Alex Mehr and Tai Lopez of misleading investors about the struggling retail brands' performance.
The SEC accused Alex Mehr and Tai Lopez of misleading investors about the struggling retail brands' performance.
Some student loan borrowers brace for smaller paychecks: What to know
Student loan borrowers who have defaulted on payments could have up to 15% of their pay docked by the federal government starting soon.
Student loan borrowers who have defaulted on payments could have up to 15% of their pay docked by the federal government starting soon.
What a U.S. sale could mean for TikTok
President Donald Trump on Thursday signed an executive order allowing a deal which will put TikTok under U.S. ownership. Kelley Cotter, assistant professor in the College of Information Sciences and Technology at Penn State, joins us to explain what this could mean for TikTok ? and for its algorithm.
President Donald Trump on Thursday signed an executive order allowing a deal which will put TikTok under U.S. ownership. Kelley Cotter, assistant professor in the College of Information Sciences and Technology at Penn State, joins us to explain what this could mean for TikTok ? and for its algorithm.
Social Security to stop issuing paper checks: What to know
Electronic payments will officially begin on Sept. 30.
Electronic payments will officially begin on Sept. 30.
Charlie Kirk could be placed on US currency under new House GOP proposal
A pair of House Republicans are pushing to have Charlie Kirk memorialized on U.S. currency in the wake of his assassination earlier this month.
A pair of House Republicans are pushing to have Charlie Kirk memorialized on U.S. currency in the wake of his assassination earlier this month.
Portillo's CEO exit, Disney price hike, YouTube policy shift | Business News
The Fed has made its first rate cut of 2025, while Disney+ is raising prices, Portillo's faces a leadership shakeup, YouTube changes its policies and Amazon plans to exit the U.K. grocery market. | FOX 32's Good Day Chicago starts your morning off with the latest breaking news from across the area.
The Fed has made its first rate cut of 2025, while Disney+ is raising prices, Portillo's faces a leadership shakeup, YouTube changes its policies and Amazon plans to exit the U.K. grocery market. | FOX 32's Good Day Chicago starts your morning off with the latest breaking news from across the area.
Disney raising subscription prices again — here’s when it takes effect
Disney+ and Hulu customers are about to pay more, as the company prepares another round of streaming price hikes.
Disney+ and Hulu customers are about to pay more, as the company prepares another round of streaming price hikes.
Here's how many Americans say they'll go into debt for football
Many Americans will spend money on football this season, and here's how many say they will be going into debt over it.
Many Americans will spend money on football this season, and here's how many say they will be going into debt over it.
Spirit Airlines bankruptcy cuts, Netflix beer collaboration, NVIDIA's $100B AI deal | Business News
NVIDIA is pouring $100 billion into Open AI, Spirit Airlines cuts 1,800 jobs, Google faces antitrust pressure, Netflix teams with Anheuser-Busch, Edible Arrangements enters the cannabis industry and "Buy Now, Pay Later" loans may soon impact credit scores. | FOX 32's Good Day Chicago starts your morning off with the latest breaking news from across the area.
NVIDIA is pouring $100 billion into Open AI, Spirit Airlines cuts 1,800 jobs, Google faces antitrust pressure, Netflix teams with Anheuser-Busch, Edible Arrangements enters the cannabis industry and "Buy Now, Pay Later" loans may soon impact credit scores. | FOX 32's Good Day Chicago starts your morning off with the latest breaking news from across the area.
How much your credit score can drop if you miss a 'buy now, pay later' payment | ChicagoNOW
Buy now, pay later services promise convenience ? but missing just one payment can have serious consequences. A financial expert warns that late or skipped installments could cause your credit score to drop, leaving a lasting mark on your financial health.
Buy now, pay later services promise convenience ? but missing just one payment can have serious consequences. A financial expert warns that late or skipped installments could cause your credit score to drop, leaving a lasting mark on your financial health.
Social Security retirement age could jump as White House considers options
The Social Security Administration commissioner said “everything is being considered" when asked during an interview about raising the retirement age.
The Social Security Administration commissioner said “everything is being considered" when asked during an interview about raising the retirement age.
Supreme Court sets Trump trade hearing as tariff debate grows
The Supreme Court set a date to hear arguments in a case challenging President Trump's trade agenda. It comes as the Senate's top Democrats back legislation they say will help small businesses dealing with tariffs.
The Supreme Court set a date to hear arguments in a case challenging President Trump's trade agenda. It comes as the Senate's top Democrats back legislation they say will help small businesses dealing with tariffs.
The Fed finally cut rates ? but will it actually help?
After nine months of holding steady, the Federal Reserve has made a long-awaited rate cut ? Ross Mac joins us to break down what it means for your money, the markets, and what might come next.
After nine months of holding steady, the Federal Reserve has made a long-awaited rate cut ? Ross Mac joins us to break down what it means for your money, the markets, and what might come next.
General Mills price cuts, Starbucks lawsuit and Amazon pay raises | Consumer news
General Mills is dropping prices on some of their most popular products, Starbucks workers are suing over a dress code, Amazon pledges $1B to boost worker pay and cut health care costs. Plus, Ben & Jerry co-founder stepping down and more.
General Mills is dropping prices on some of their most popular products, Starbucks workers are suing over a dress code, Amazon pledges $1B to boost worker pay and cut health care costs. Plus, Ben & Jerry co-founder stepping down and more.
Fed cuts key interest rate, signals two more this year
The Federal Reserve has faced ongoing pressure from President Donald Trump to lower interest rates. However, the central bank has chosen to keep rates unchanged since late 2024.
The Federal Reserve has faced ongoing pressure from President Donald Trump to lower interest rates. However, the central bank has chosen to keep rates unchanged since late 2024.
Americans value college less than ever, but here’s what salary data says
A Gallup poll shows fewer Americans consider college essential, but new Census data reveals a stark pay gap between workers with degrees and those without.
A Gallup poll shows fewer Americans consider college essential, but new Census data reveals a stark pay gap between workers with degrees and those without.