Inflation gauge falls to lowest level in 3 1/2 years
Inflation has improved over the past two years after supply chains recovered from disruptions from the pandemic and the Federal Reserve raised its key interest rate.
Inflation has improved over the past two years after supply chains recovered from disruptions from the pandemic and the Federal Reserve raised its key interest rate.
Will Mayor Brandon Johnson's budget plan include property tax hikes?
Joe Ferguson, President of the Civic Federation, discussed the possibility of property tax hikes in the mayor's budget plan.
Joe Ferguson, President of the Civic Federation, discussed the possibility of property tax hikes in the mayor's budget plan.
Man wins $1M from lottery ticket he bought with money found in parking lot
The winner found $20 in a parking lot outside of a Speedway in North Carolina.
The winner found $20 in a parking lot outside of a Speedway in North Carolina.
Mortgage rates go up again this week – what’s the forecast for November?
Mortgage rates could change in November, but experts are split on by how much, according to a recent report.
Mortgage rates could change in November, but experts are split on by how much, according to a recent report.
Infant care costs roughly 10% of a family's annual income in nearly all states, study finds
A new study reveals that child care expenses are absorbing a significant portion of family household incomes nationwide.
A new study reveals that child care expenses are absorbing a significant portion of family household incomes nationwide.
'90s fitness guru lost multimillion-dollar empire, delivered for Uber Eats in ‘desperation’
Susan Powter's financial downfall after building a fitness empire was due to the mismanagement of her fortune. The '90s fitness guru claimed she delivered for Uber Eats.
Susan Powter's financial downfall after building a fitness empire was due to the mismanagement of her fortune. The '90s fitness guru claimed she delivered for Uber Eats.
New plan would cancel student loans for those with financial hardships
Student loan borrowers who face steep medical bills, child care costs and other types of financial hardship could see their student loan debt erased under a new proposal.
Student loan borrowers who face steep medical bills, child care costs and other types of financial hardship could see their student loan debt erased under a new proposal.
Quinn advocates for millionaire tax to ease property tax burden
Former Illinois Governor Pat Quinn is back on the campaign trail, though not for an elected office.
Former Illinois Governor Pat Quinn is back on the campaign trail, though not for an elected office.
This is how much money you need to never work again
Our expert offered one key tip for those who want to become a millionaire and stay a millionaire.
Our expert offered one key tip for those who want to become a millionaire and stay a millionaire.
Social Security: Here's how far the average check goes in 50 largest US cities, according to study
Millions of Americans receive Social Security benefits and depending on where you live, the check might stretch a little more for expenses based on findings from a recent study.
Millions of Americans receive Social Security benefits and depending on where you live, the check might stretch a little more for expenses based on findings from a recent study.
Social Security: It'll be harder to qualify for retirement benefits starting in 2025 — what to know
It will become slightly harder to qualify for Social Security benefits in retirement next year amid a change related to the value of a work "credit."
It will become slightly harder to qualify for Social Security benefits in retirement next year amid a change related to the value of a work "credit."
Former Gov. Pat Quinn calls Illinois voters' attention to tax-saving referendum
Former Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn has been trying to convince voters to sign off on a non-binding referendum asking whether the state should raise taxes on incomes over $1 million to pay for property tax relief.
Former Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn has been trying to convince voters to sign off on a non-binding referendum asking whether the state should raise taxes on incomes over $1 million to pay for property tax relief.
Illinois State Treasurer mails out nearly 140,000 unclaimed property checks
The Illinois State Treasurer's Office has mailed checks to nearly 140,000 residents for unclaimed property.
The Illinois State Treasurer's Office has mailed checks to nearly 140,000 residents for unclaimed property.
Biden administration forgives $4.5 million in student debt for 60,000 borrowers
The Biden administration announced over $4 million in funding for borrowers who have met PSLF requirements.
The Biden administration announced over $4 million in funding for borrowers who have met PSLF requirements.
Illinoisans urged to check mail for unclaimed property checks
The Illinois State Treasurer is urging people to cash their check for unclaimed property from the state.
The Illinois State Treasurer is urging people to cash their check for unclaimed property from the state.
IRS announces higher standard deductions for 2025
The IRS has announced higher standard deductions for U.S. taxpayers in 2025, allowing them to shield more income from taxation.
The IRS has announced higher standard deductions for U.S. taxpayers in 2025, allowing them to shield more income from taxation.
Should minimum wage be lower for workers who get tips? These 2 states will decide
The amount of money tipped workers make varies depending on the state. Currently, 14 states pay the federal minimum, or just above $2 an hour for tipped workers and $7 an hour for non-tipped workers.
The amount of money tipped workers make varies depending on the state. Currently, 14 states pay the federal minimum, or just above $2 an hour for tipped workers and $7 an hour for non-tipped workers.
A growing share of Gen Z adults don't think they'll retire: only 20% are saving for it
America's youngest adult generation is projected to live longer than previous generations, but few of them are preparing for a traditional retirement.
America's youngest adult generation is projected to live longer than previous generations, but few of them are preparing for a traditional retirement.
Mortgage rates continue to climb despite cuts by the Fed: Here’s why
Many Americans have been priced out of purchasing a home or making a move for years now amid elevated mortgage rates, sky-high home prices, and squeezed budgets due to inflation.
Many Americans have been priced out of purchasing a home or making a move for years now amid elevated mortgage rates, sky-high home prices, and squeezed budgets due to inflation.
A closer look at how Trump's economic plan could impact inflation
Former President Donald Trump has vowed to eliminate inflation if he returns to office, but economists warn that his proposed policies, including high tariffs, mass deportations, and interference with the Federal Reserve, could worsen the issue.
Former President Donald Trump has vowed to eliminate inflation if he returns to office, but economists warn that his proposed policies, including high tariffs, mass deportations, and interference with the Federal Reserve, could worsen the issue.