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.
FBI warns seniors about ‘devastating’ cyber scam that wipes out life savings
The FBI has a warning about a three-phase scheme that uses tech support, bank and government impostors to target older adults.
The FBI has a warning about a three-phase scheme that uses tech support, bank and government impostors to target older adults.
Dow rockets over 900 points to record high as Powell signals possible rate cut
The Dow Jones Industrial Average surged more than 900 points Tuesday, notching a new all-time high after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell hinted that a rate cut could be on the horizon, fueling investor optimism across Wall Street.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average surged more than 900 points Tuesday, notching a new all-time high after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell hinted that a rate cut could be on the horizon, fueling investor optimism across Wall Street.
How much will Chicago Bears tickets cost you this year?
Chicago Bears fans are already counting down the days until kickoff ? but if you?re planning to head to Soldier Field this season, how much will it cost you?
Chicago Bears fans are already counting down the days until kickoff ? but if you?re planning to head to Soldier Field this season, how much will it cost you?
Chicagoans asked to weigh In on speed cameras
As the city adds 50 more cameras this year, a working group is surveying residents on how to make the controversial program more equitable, Block Club Chicago?s Mack Liederman talked with us about the latest.
As the city adds 50 more cameras this year, a working group is surveying residents on how to make the controversial program more equitable, Block Club Chicago?s Mack Liederman talked with us about the latest.
Pritzker says state won't help CPS close $734M budget gap: 'Not gonna happen'
Gov. JB Pritzker threw cold water on the idea that the state would give more money to Chicago Public Schools to help close a $734 million budget gap.
Gov. JB Pritzker threw cold water on the idea that the state would give more money to Chicago Public Schools to help close a $734 million budget gap.
These are Americans' top financial regrets -- and what to do about them
Some of the top reasons people had a financial regret were not saving early enough for retirement, taking on too much student loan debt and credit card debt.
Some of the top reasons people had a financial regret were not saving early enough for retirement, taking on too much student loan debt and credit card debt.