Most parents fall into debt for their children: Survey
A survey reveals that soaring living costs are pushing most parents into debt. Many say it’s becoming “unmanageable."
A survey reveals that soaring living costs are pushing most parents into debt. Many say it’s becoming “unmanageable."
Beverly teen gets over $8M in college scholarships
A Beverly teenager has secured more than $8 million in college scholarships. We sat down with Aaron Williams to hear more about his journey, and the start of his college career!
A Beverly teenager has secured more than $8 million in college scholarships. We sat down with Aaron Williams to hear more about his journey, and the start of his college career!
Fake Labubu warning, GoodRx deal for Ozempic and Wegovy & airline lawsuits | Consumer News
The Consumer Product Safety Commission issues a warning about fake Labubu dolls posing a choking risk. The FTC is suing a ticket resale company. Former President Jimmy Carter is honored with a postage stamp. GoodRx partners with Novo Nordisk to expand access to Ozempic and Wegovy. Plus, can you sue if your window seat doesn't have a window? Here's your latest consumer headlines. FOX 32's Good Day Chicago starts your morning off with the latest breaking news from across the area.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission issues a warning about fake Labubu dolls posing a choking risk. The FTC is suing a ticket resale company. Former President Jimmy Carter is honored with a postage stamp. GoodRx partners with Novo Nordisk to expand access to Ozempic and Wegovy. Plus, can you sue if your window seat doesn't have a window? Here's your latest consumer headlines. FOX 32's Good Day Chicago starts your morning off with the latest breaking news from across the area.
Powerball grows to $643M
The Powerball jackpot is rapidly growing, and could grow into one of the largest jackpots in history if a winner doesn’t emerge in the next drawing or two.
The Powerball jackpot is rapidly growing, and could grow into one of the largest jackpots in history if a winner doesn’t emerge in the next drawing or two.
Young Americans say friendship is too expensive; nearly half skip events due to costs: study
More women feel the financial strain of trying to stay social, according to Ally's survey.
More women feel the financial strain of trying to stay social, according to Ally's survey.
Two Illinois players hit huge lottery wins — including a record $1.55M jackpot
From a record-breaking jackpot to a big Lucky Day Lotto win, two Illinois players had a weekend they won’t soon forget.
From a record-breaking jackpot to a big Lucky Day Lotto win, two Illinois players had a weekend they won’t soon forget.
Are you being quiet fired? Local expert weighs in
You?ve probably heard of ?quiet quitting? ? but what about ?quiet firing?? It?s when a company pushes someone out without ever officially firing them ? things like being passed up for projects, left out of meetings, or given zero feedback. It?s subtle, but it can leave people feeling powerless, confused, and stuck.
You?ve probably heard of ?quiet quitting? ? but what about ?quiet firing?? It?s when a company pushes someone out without ever officially firing them ? things like being passed up for projects, left out of meetings, or given zero feedback. It?s subtle, but it can leave people feeling powerless, confused, and stuck.
Wages are outpacing pandemic-era inflation in these 4 industries
A new Bankrate report shows that while wages are slowly catching up, they still lag behind the surge in prices that began during the pandemic.
A new Bankrate report shows that while wages are slowly catching up, they still lag behind the surge in prices that began during the pandemic.
$1,390 IRS stimulus checks are not in the works, despite viral rumors
Online posts claim the IRS is set to send $1,390 stimulus checks to low- and middle-income taxpayers by summer’s end. The IRS says that’s false — and explains why no payments are coming.
Online posts claim the IRS is set to send $1,390 stimulus checks to low- and middle-income taxpayers by summer’s end. The IRS says that’s false — and explains why no payments are coming.
'Sneakflation': The hidden reason your money doesn't go as far
Finance expert Dan Roccato breaks down ?sneakflation? and shares smart tips to fight back as hidden costs and shrinking products quietly eat into your wallet.
Finance expert Dan Roccato breaks down ?sneakflation? and shares smart tips to fight back as hidden costs and shrinking products quietly eat into your wallet.
Paper checks end, mortgage rates dip & YouTube AI age check | Consumer News
Consumer News: The U.S. Treasury Department is phasing out paper checks. Mortgage rates have slipped to the lowest level of 2025. YouTube is testing a new AI age check. Plus, Skittles, M&M's, and others are transitioning to synthetic dye-free products, Ulta Beauty and Target part ways, and more.
Consumer News: The U.S. Treasury Department is phasing out paper checks. Mortgage rates have slipped to the lowest level of 2025. YouTube is testing a new AI age check. Plus, Skittles, M&M's, and others are transitioning to synthetic dye-free products, Ulta Beauty and Target part ways, and more.
Treasury Dept. to phase out paper checks starting in September
The federal government will phase out paper checks for benefit payments soon.
The federal government will phase out paper checks for benefit payments soon.
Victims of AT&T data breaches could claim up to $7,500 in new $177M settlement
AT&T agreed to a $177 million settlement this year after a pair of data breaches were confirmed in 2024. Here's how the millions of affected current and former account holders can file claims.
AT&T agreed to a $177 million settlement this year after a pair of data breaches were confirmed in 2024. Here's how the millions of affected current and former account holders can file claims.
Young Americans could lose $110,000 in career earnings to keep Social Security afloat
Social Security's two main trust funds are projected to reach insolvency on a combined basis in the first quarter of 2034.
Social Security's two main trust funds are projected to reach insolvency on a combined basis in the first quarter of 2034.
Here's how much Social Security payments are projected to increase in 2026
Social Security recipients’ will likely get more money next year with cost-of-living adjustments, but the increase may not cover the full effects of rising inflation.
Social Security recipients’ will likely get more money next year with cost-of-living adjustments, but the increase may not cover the full effects of rising inflation.
Sugary drinks tied to diabetes, record beef prices & Air Canada strike | Consumer News
Consumer News: Sugary drinks may pose a higher diabetes risk than eating sugar. Beef prices have hit an all-time high. Air Canada cancels flights ahead of potential flight attendant strike. Plus, a poll finds most workers skip lunch, Bath & Body Works heads to college campus bookstores, and more.
Consumer News: Sugary drinks may pose a higher diabetes risk than eating sugar. Beef prices have hit an all-time high. Air Canada cancels flights ahead of potential flight attendant strike. Plus, a poll finds most workers skip lunch, Bath & Body Works heads to college campus bookstores, and more.
Kodak says there's 'substantial doubt' it can stay in business
Photography pioneer that filed for bankruptcy in 2012 faces renewed financial challenges.
Photography pioneer that filed for bankruptcy in 2012 faces renewed financial challenges.
US national debt hits record $37 trillion
The U.S. national debt topped $37 trillion for the first time Friday as federal borrowing hits record levels.
The U.S. national debt topped $37 trillion for the first time Friday as federal borrowing hits record levels.
Trump's tax law will benefit the rich at the cost of the poor, CBO analysis finds
The Congressional Budget Office estimates that the poorest Americans could lose more income annually compared to rich people due to President Donald Trump's tax legislation.
The Congressional Budget Office estimates that the poorest Americans could lose more income annually compared to rich people due to President Donald Trump's tax legislation.
ESPN, Fox streaming deal, flooding scams & AOL discontinues dial-up | Consumer News
Consumer News: Fox and ESPN plan a joint streaming platform. The Better Business Bureau warns of flooding scams. AOL will end dial-up internet service. Plus, NVIDIA and AMD resume chip sales to China, U.S. visits by Canadians drop, and Ford unveils plans for affordable EVs.
Consumer News: Fox and ESPN plan a joint streaming platform. The Better Business Bureau warns of flooding scams. AOL will end dial-up internet service. Plus, NVIDIA and AMD resume chip sales to China, U.S. visits by Canadians drop, and Ford unveils plans for affordable EVs.