Students in these states spend more of their income on education, according to analysis
Many of the states that topped list were home to some of the most famous schools such as Harvard University, University of Pennsylvania, and Yale University, to name a few.
Stores brace for price rounding and cash register chaos as the U.S. Mint shuts down penny production
Whether they are being pinched, paying for your thoughts, going towards two cents, time may be running out for pennies.
When will federal employees get backpay? Here's the expected dates for each agency
The Office of Personnel Management tells FOX 5 they will begin sending out “superchecks" covering the pay period between October 1 and November 1, starting on Saturday. Here's the list of when each agency will see their backpay.
U.S. Mint in Philadelphia to end penny production, last 1-cent coin pressed
In a historic moment for American currency, the U.S. Mint has struck its final penny. After more than 230 years of continuous production, the one-cent coin is being phased out in a symbolic moment, shifting away from cash.
Mega Millions jackpot soars to $965 million for Friday's drawing
Lottery players will have their chance to win this huge cash prize after no one matched all six numbers in Tuesday night’s drawing.
Supreme Court extends order blocking full SNAP payments
The order will expire just before midnight Thursday.
SNAP benefits: Supreme Court to rule on Trump's halt of payments
SNAP benefits are another big issue being affected by the ongoing government shutdown and the Supreme Court could rule on the Trump administration's halting of full payments.
Is a new stimulus payment coming? November 2025 IRS direct deposit fact check
Trump's $2,000 tariff dividend is fueling a new stimulus buzz.
Trump's 50-year mortgage proposal: What would it mean for homebuyers?
The Trump administration signaled they're planning to develop a 50-year mortgage that they think could expand access to homeownership, though experts are cautioning what it could mean for buyers.
2026 tax filing season changes: IRS Direct File unavailable
Direct File won’t be available anymore to do your taxes next year. Here’s what that means once the tax filing season opens in January.
Starbucks 'Bearista' frenzy: Some leave empty-handed, others declare ‘the war is over’
Starbucks fans are losing it over the sold-out Bearista cup and Hello Kitty plush, camping out, calling stores nonstop, and reselling the $44 cup for over $1,000 on eBay.
Fulton Market developments struggle with financing | The Chicago Report
You'd be hard-pressed to find a hotter neighborhood in the area than Chicago's Fulton Market, but while many developments are ready to go, they can't get the financing to get off the ground.
Chicago City Council holds emergency meeting on budget report
Members of the Chicago City Council held an emergency meeting on a report detailing how to close a $1.1 billion budget deficit.
Tariff dividend: What Trump is again saying about possible 2025 stimulus checks
President Trump on Sunday again hinted at the possibility of a 2025 stimulus check. Here's what he's saying.
Cook County property tax bills to go out next week after months of delays
Cook County homeowners will finally receive their property tax bills soon, after months of delay due to technology problems.
Flight cuts hit Chicago airports — travel tips from The Points Guy | ChicagoLIVE
With the Department of Transportation’s new mandate cutting up to 10% of flights from major U.S. cities — including O’Hare and Midway — travelers are being urged to plan ahead. "ChicagoLIVE" speaks with Becky Blaine, Managing Editor at The Points Guy, who shares essential travel tips, how to avoid getting stranded, and why it’s more important than ever to have a Plan B this holiday season.