Illinois Lottery: Where does the money go?
When people play the Illinois Lottery, they're actually investing in kids. Ninety nine percent of all lottery proceeds go directly to the Common School Fund, which supports K-12th education funding in Illinois.
When people play the Illinois Lottery, they're actually investing in kids. Ninety nine percent of all lottery proceeds go directly to the Common School Fund, which supports K-12th education funding in Illinois.
States where unemployment claims are increasing the most
The unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3% last month, according to a new jobs report from the Labor Department.
The unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3% last month, according to a new jobs report from the Labor Department.
Unemployment up as employers added just 22,000 jobs last month
The unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3% last month, worse than expected and the highest level since 2021.
The unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3% last month, worse than expected and the highest level since 2021.
Illinois Powerball player wins $1M in Wednesday's drawing; $1.7B jackpot still up for grabs
A $1 million Powerball ticket was sold in a Chicago suburb, and the jackpot keeps climbing. Here’s what you need to know.
A $1 million Powerball ticket was sold in a Chicago suburb, and the jackpot keeps climbing. Here’s what you need to know.
List of jobs eligible for 'no tax on tips' deduction
The list of occupations unveiled by the Treasuring Department include bartenders, wait staff, musicians, DJs and more.
The list of occupations unveiled by the Treasuring Department include bartenders, wait staff, musicians, DJs and more.
Here's what a $1.4B Powerball jackpot would pay in your state
If you beat the odds and win the $1.4 billion Powerball jackpot Wednesday, the amount of money you get will depend on where you live.
If you beat the odds and win the $1.4 billion Powerball jackpot Wednesday, the amount of money you get will depend on where you live.
Illinois Lottery talks Powerball jackpot as it hits $1.4B ahead of tonight's drawing
A record-breaking $1.4 billion lottery jackpot will be at stake Wednesday night after dozens of drawings have passed without a top winner.
A record-breaking $1.4 billion lottery jackpot will be at stake Wednesday night after dozens of drawings have passed without a top winner.
Kawhi Leonard scandal: What we know about the alleged $28M ‘no-show job’
A new report alleges Kawhi Leonard made $28 million in a "no-show" job for a fraudulent tree-planting company partially funded by Clippers owner Steve Ballmer. The Clippers have denied the allegations.
A new report alleges Kawhi Leonard made $28 million in a "no-show" job for a fraudulent tree-planting company partially funded by Clippers owner Steve Ballmer. The Clippers have denied the allegations.
Trump’s tariffs may be driving Canadians away from U.S. vacations
There's new data out suggesting some Canadians may be responding to President Trump's tariffs by ditching trips to the U.S.
There's new data out suggesting some Canadians may be responding to President Trump's tariffs by ditching trips to the U.S.
McDonald's cuts prices; other chains may follow
Starting next week, the fast-food giant will offer deals on some of its popular menu items.
Starting next week, the fast-food giant will offer deals on some of its popular menu items.
Social Security September payment schedule: Here’s when beneficiaries get their checks
The calendar turning over to September will bring a new round of Social Security payments for millions of Americans who benefit from the program.
The calendar turning over to September will bring a new round of Social Security payments for millions of Americans who benefit from the program.
Ugg rebrand, Taco Bell AI drive-thrus & Travis Kelce jersey sales | Business News
Business News: Ugg plans to rebrand as "Since 74" after legal issues. Taco Bell reevaluates AI use in drive-thrus. Travis Kelce's jersey sales jump 200% following his engagement to Taylor Swift. Plus, a pressure washer recall, egg salmonella outbreak, YouTube's new "hype" feature, and more.
Business News: Ugg plans to rebrand as "Since 74" after legal issues. Taco Bell reevaluates AI use in drive-thrus. Travis Kelce's jersey sales jump 200% following his engagement to Taylor Swift. Plus, a pressure washer recall, egg salmonella outbreak, YouTube's new "hype" feature, and more.
Amazon movie lawsuit, Kroger layoffs & Lego hits record sales | Business News
Business News: A class action lawsuit has been filed against Amazon. Kroger plans to cut a "meaningful number" of jobs. Lego hits record sales. Plus, Spotify announces a new messaging feature, more than 290 Claire's locations are set to close, and more.
Business News: A class action lawsuit has been filed against Amazon. Kroger plans to cut a "meaningful number" of jobs. Lego hits record sales. Plus, Spotify announces a new messaging feature, more than 290 Claire's locations are set to close, and more.
Cracker Barrel restores logo, Spotify price hike & DOGE controversy | Business News
Business News: Cracker Barrel chooses to keep the old logo after backlash. Spotify plans to raise monthly prices for the premium feature. A whistleblower complaint says DOGE mishandled social security numbers. Plus, Temu resumes shipping to the U.S., a pet food recall, and more.
Business News: Cracker Barrel chooses to keep the old logo after backlash. Spotify plans to raise monthly prices for the premium feature. A whistleblower complaint says DOGE mishandled social security numbers. Plus, Temu resumes shipping to the U.S., a pet food recall, and more.
This air conditioning strategy is the sweet spot for saving energy and money, experts say
Experts say there are a lot of factors to consider when deciding what AC habits save the most energy and money.
Experts say there are a lot of factors to consider when deciding what AC habits save the most energy and money.
Why more Chicagoland homebuyers are walking away from housing contracts
This summer, purchasing agreements are seeing an uptick in cancellations as more homebuyers back out. Baird & Warner's Sammy Lubeck breaks down what's happening in the Chicagoland market in relation to this.
This summer, purchasing agreements are seeing an uptick in cancellations as more homebuyers back out. Baird & Warner's Sammy Lubeck breaks down what's happening in the Chicagoland market in relation to this.
Powerball jackpot soars to $815 million for Wednesday; 7th largest ever
No one won the jackpot for the Powerball drawing on Monday, Aug. 25. Here's what comes next.
No one won the jackpot for the Powerball drawing on Monday, Aug. 25. Here's what comes next.
Trump issues executive order on cashless bail -- what this means for Illinois
Democrats and reform advocates say Trump?s order threatens progress and benefits the wealthy, while Republicans argue the law endangers victims.
Democrats and reform advocates say Trump?s order threatens progress and benefits the wealthy, while Republicans argue the law endangers victims.
Back-to-school costs up 5%: Expert shares tips to help save | ChicagoNOW
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.
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
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.
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.