Brace your wallet: Illinois American Water proposes $142M rate hike | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois American Water is proposing a $142 million rate hike, and Bolingbrook officials are pushing back. Mayor Mary Alexander-Basta joins ChicagoLIVE to explain why the village opposes the proposal and what it could mean for customers.
Illinois American Water is proposing a $142 million rate hike, and Bolingbrook officials are pushing back. Mayor Mary Alexander-Basta joins ChicagoLIVE to explain why the village opposes the proposal and what it could mean for customers.
How to navigate new rules about federal student loan debt
The federal government is overhauling the student loan system with new rules that took effect July 1. Brian Walsh, SoFi's Head of Advice and Planning, joins Good Day Chicago to explain what the changes mean for millions of borrowers.
The federal government is overhauling the student loan system with new rules that took effect July 1. Brian Walsh, SoFi's Head of Advice and Planning, joins Good Day Chicago to explain what the changes mean for millions of borrowers.
Obamacare premiums going up next year - Here's why
Millions of Americans who buy health insurance through the Affordable Care Act marketplace could face another year of higher premiums in 2027.
Millions of Americans who buy health insurance through the Affordable Care Act marketplace could face another year of higher premiums in 2027.
IRS COVID tax refund deadline is approaching: What to know
Millions of taxpayers who may be entitled to refunds or relief from IRS penalties and interest tied to the COVID-19 emergency have days to file claims.
Millions of taxpayers who may be entitled to refunds or relief from IRS penalties and interest tied to the COVID-19 emergency have days to file claims.
These Social Security recipients will receive 2 payments in July
Millions of Social Security beneficiaries will receive two payments in July due to a minor scheduling anomaly. The Social Security Administration is adjusting its distribution dates to ensure recipients receive their money.
Millions of Social Security beneficiaries will receive two payments in July due to a minor scheduling anomaly. The Social Security Administration is adjusting its distribution dates to ensure recipients receive their money.
Harriet Tubman $20 bill plan halted, treasury secretary says
The Treasury Department is no longer moving forward with plans to place abolitionist Harriet Tubman on the $20 bill, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said.
The Treasury Department is no longer moving forward with plans to place abolitionist Harriet Tubman on the $20 bill, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said.
Another USPS stamp price increase takes effect soon
Your next trip to the mailbox could cost more. Here's when USPS stamp prices are going up – and by how much.
Your next trip to the mailbox could cost more. Here's when USPS stamp prices are going up – and by how much.
Microsoft cuts 4,800 jobs, including many in Xbox division
Microsoft has announced it is cutting 4,800 jobs, including many in its Xbox division. Here's what to know.
Microsoft has announced it is cutting 4,800 jobs, including many in its Xbox division. Here's what to know.
The US Treasury is holding approximately $29.7 billion in matured US Savings bonds- How to see if you have any
The U.S. Department of the Treasury (USDT) is holding some 80 million matured U.S. Savings bonds worth approximately $29.7 billion that have stopped earning interest. What you can do to see if you have unclaimed bonds.
The U.S. Department of the Treasury (USDT) is holding some 80 million matured U.S. Savings bonds worth approximately $29.7 billion that have stopped earning interest. What you can do to see if you have unclaimed bonds.
Chicago's Fed Money Museum celebrates 25 years with a milestone makeover
The Chicago Fed Money Museum is celebrating its 25th anniversary with new exhibits. Museum Team Lead Jennifer Bridge joins Good Day Chicago to share what visitors can expect.
The Chicago Fed Money Museum is celebrating its 25th anniversary with new exhibits. Museum Team Lead Jennifer Bridge joins Good Day Chicago to share what visitors can expect.
Trump Accounts for kids launch July 4: How to get $1,000
Trump Accounts, a new initiative to boost babies' financial independence later in life, kicks off on Independence Day.
Trump Accounts, a new initiative to boost babies' financial independence later in life, kicks off on Independence Day.
US economy adds jobs at slower pace with 57,000 jobs added in June, unemployment rate dips
Employers in the United States added jobs at a steady pace in June, with 57,000 jobs added, below economists' estimates of 110,000 jobs. The unemployment rate dipped to 4.2%, which was also below the estimate of 4.3%.
Employers in the United States added jobs at a steady pace in June, with 57,000 jobs added, below economists' estimates of 110,000 jobs. The unemployment rate dipped to 4.2%, which was also below the estimate of 4.3%.
Minimum wages rise in Chicago, Cook County | The Chicago Report
The new hourly rate is $17.05 in Chicago and $15.40 across Cook County. Jose Uribe with the group Arise Chicago joins us to tell us how we got here.
The new hourly rate is $17.05 in Chicago and $15.40 across Cook County. Jose Uribe with the group Arise Chicago joins us to tell us how we got here.
Court blocks Trump administration’s student loan forgiveness overhaul
Two federal judges have struck down a Trump administration overhaul of the public service student loan forgiveness program.
Two federal judges have struck down a Trump administration overhaul of the public service student loan forgiveness program.
Grocery giant buyout: Kroger agrees to buy family-owned Giant Eagle for $1.25B cash
The Kroger Co. announced Wednesday it has entered a definitive agreement to acquire Giant Eagle, a move that will expand the retail giant’s footprint across five states in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions.
The Kroger Co. announced Wednesday it has entered a definitive agreement to acquire Giant Eagle, a move that will expand the retail giant’s footprint across five states in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions.
Trump earned $1.2 billion from crypto business, filings show
A recent federal filing reveals that President Donald Trump generated about $1.2 billion from his cryptocurrency ventures in 2025, highlighting the substantial wealth amassed since his return to the White House.
A recent federal filing reveals that President Donald Trump generated about $1.2 billion from his cryptocurrency ventures in 2025, highlighting the substantial wealth amassed since his return to the White House.
Chicago's minimum wage set to increase July 1st: What you need to know
The city's minimum wage will increase to $17.05 an hour tomorrow, alongside several new employment laws taking effect.
The city's minimum wage will increase to $17.05 an hour tomorrow, alongside several new employment laws taking effect.
Chicago's creative sector is the city's third-largest industry, generating $50B | ChicagoLIVE
Chicago is known for its vibrant arts scene, and it has now grown into the city’s third-largest industry. Sam Thousand of Art Alliance Illinois joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss what this means for the city.
Chicago is known for its vibrant arts scene, and it has now grown into the city’s third-largest industry. Sam Thousand of Art Alliance Illinois joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss what this means for the city.
Man wins $50K lawsuit after protesting, trolling national guard with Darth Vader theme song
The District of Columbia has agreed to a $50,000 settlement to resolve a lawsuit from a man who claimed police detained him for playing Darth Vader's theme song while following an Ohio National Guard patrol.
The District of Columbia has agreed to a $50,000 settlement to resolve a lawsuit from a man who claimed police detained him for playing Darth Vader's theme song while following an Ohio National Guard patrol.
Inside the $580M Woodlawn development that could transform the South Side
A $580 million development in Woodlawn is one step closer to breaking ground. J. Byron Brazier, lead developer of Woodlawn Central, joins Good Day Chicago to discuss the impact it could have on the South Side.
A $580 million development in Woodlawn is one step closer to breaking ground. J. Byron Brazier, lead developer of Woodlawn Central, joins Good Day Chicago to discuss the impact it could have on the South Side.



















