Cook County property tax bills are due, but no one's received them
The second installments of Cook County property tax bills are due on Thursday, but residents have yet to receive their bills.
The second installments of Cook County property tax bills are due on Thursday, but residents have yet to receive their bills.
Cook County property tax bills are due?but no one's received them
The second installment of Cook County property taxes is technically due Aug. 1, but residents haven't received their bills due to years-long delays with a troubled technology upgrade involving Tyler Technologies.
The second installment of Cook County property taxes is technically due Aug. 1, but residents haven't received their bills due to years-long delays with a troubled technology upgrade involving Tyler Technologies.
Poll reveals how worried Americans are about Social Security
The uncertain future surrounding Social Security has many concerned about the number of benefits they will receive once they retire, according to a new poll.
The uncertain future surrounding Social Security has many concerned about the number of benefits they will receive once they retire, according to a new poll.
Back-to-school spending: What Chicago parents are buying (and skipping) in 2025
Deloitte?s Matt Adams breaks down the latest trends in back-to-school shopping, from tech to lunchboxes, and what it means for Chicago families and retailers.
Deloitte?s Matt Adams breaks down the latest trends in back-to-school shopping, from tech to lunchboxes, and what it means for Chicago families and retailers.
Electricity costs climb, 'Tea' app hacked & Las Vegas tourism dip | Consumer News
Consumer News: Electricity costs are up 6% in the first half of 2025. A data breach on the Tea app has exposed user photos and personal information. Las Vegas tourism is down, hurting service industry tips. Plus, Meta halts political ads in the EU, Barbie sales dip, and cottage cheese is making a comeback.
Consumer News: Electricity costs are up 6% in the first half of 2025. A data breach on the Tea app has exposed user photos and personal information. Las Vegas tourism is down, hurting service industry tips. Plus, Meta halts political ads in the EU, Barbie sales dip, and cottage cheese is making a comeback.
Chicago spent more than $270M in police overtime in 2024, watchdog says
A new tool released by the City of Chicago's inspector general showed that the Chicago Police Department spent more than $270 million in overtime for officers in 2024.
A new tool released by the City of Chicago's inspector general showed that the Chicago Police Department spent more than $270 million in overtime for officers in 2024.
Tariff rebate check: What Trump said and what we know
President Trump told reporters this week that he is considering a tariff rebate check. Here’s what he said and what we know.
President Trump told reporters this week that he is considering a tariff rebate check. Here’s what he said and what we know.
These states require the most, least amount of money to retire comfortably: Study
See where your state ranks in retirement savings needs – and why it matters.
See where your state ranks in retirement savings needs – and why it matters.
You can now help pay down the nation’s debt through Venmo, PayPal
People have been gifting money to help pay down the national debt for years.
People have been gifting money to help pay down the national debt for years.
Social Security recipients could see $18,000 cut in benefits by 2032, analysis warns
A new analysis projects steep automatic cuts to Social Security and Medicare starting in 2032, unless lawmakers act to address the shrinking trust funds.
A new analysis projects steep automatic cuts to Social Security and Medicare starting in 2032, unless lawmakers act to address the shrinking trust funds.
Hershey's and orange juice price hikes, Coca-Cola's sugar drink & more | Consumer updates
Consumer updates: Price hikes are coming for Hershey's and orange juice, while Coca-Cola debuts a cane sugar drink and the Federal Trade Commission cracks down on misleading "Made in America" labels.
Consumer updates: Price hikes are coming for Hershey's and orange juice, while Coca-Cola debuts a cane sugar drink and the Federal Trade Commission cracks down on misleading "Made in America" labels.
U.S., Europe near trade deal as Japan negotiations stall
Both the Trump administration and European leaders are sounding hopeful about a trade deal in the coming days, but things are more complicated when it comes to Japan.
Both the Trump administration and European leaders are sounding hopeful about a trade deal in the coming days, but things are more complicated when it comes to Japan.
Summer spending stays strong despite trade tensions, experts say
Retail sales may be fluctuating, but experts say deal-hungry consumers are keeping the summer economy surprisingly resilient.
Retail sales may be fluctuating, but experts say deal-hungry consumers are keeping the summer economy surprisingly resilient.
US visa fee, In-N-Out move & Social Security repayments | Business News
Business News: It?s going to cost people more to visit the United States. People on Social Security might see smaller checks. In-N-Out is planning to leave California to move to Tennessee. Costco will replace Pepsi products with Coke products. Plus, a major privacy lawsuit and a sausage recall.
Business News: It?s going to cost people more to visit the United States. People on Social Security might see smaller checks. In-N-Out is planning to leave California to move to Tennessee. Costco will replace Pepsi products with Coke products. Plus, a major privacy lawsuit and a sausage recall.
Financial expert: Never date a broke dude | ChicagoNOW
Want to save thousands of dollars without making major sacrifices? A few small shifts in your money habits, like tweaking how you pay off loans or waiting before splurging, could add up to big savings over time. Financial expert Pattie Ehsaei breaks down some simple strategies that help you keep more of your money without overhauling your lifestyle.
Want to save thousands of dollars without making major sacrifices? A few small shifts in your money habits, like tweaking how you pay off loans or waiting before splurging, could add up to big savings over time. Financial expert Pattie Ehsaei breaks down some simple strategies that help you keep more of your money without overhauling your lifestyle.
GENIUS Act: Trump signs stablecoin bill into law
President Trump signed the GENIUS Act on stablecoins into law, a major milestone for the crypto industry.
President Trump signed the GENIUS Act on stablecoins into law, a major milestone for the crypto industry.
UPS delivery drivers offered buyouts amid 'unique circumstances'
UPS is offering a voluntary separation package to full-time U.S. drivers amid a major network reconfiguration.
UPS is offering a voluntary separation package to full-time U.S. drivers amid a major network reconfiguration.
How much you need to earn to afford an apartment in your state
A new report reveals the hourly wage a full-time worker must earn to afford a modest apartment in each U.S. state, and the numbers are far out of reach for many.
A new report reveals the hourly wage a full-time worker must earn to afford a modest apartment in each U.S. state, and the numbers are far out of reach for many.
How to cut costs and save big on your wedding | ChicagoNOW
It's summer, and for a lot of people, that means wedding season. Planning a wedding can be exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming to stay true to your budget. Wedding planner Jordana Jaffe gives us all the tips and tricks to plan an unforgettable wedding while still having enough funds for the honeymoon.
It's summer, and for a lot of people, that means wedding season. Planning a wedding can be exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming to stay true to your budget. Wedding planner Jordana Jaffe gives us all the tips and tricks to plan an unforgettable wedding while still having enough funds for the honeymoon.
There's a new second-richest person in the world
Larry Ellison, co-founder and chief technology officer for Oracle, is now the second-richest person on Earth.
Larry Ellison, co-founder and chief technology officer for Oracle, is now the second-richest person on Earth.