Party City closing after 40 years in business
Party City CEO Barry Litman said it was 'necessary to commence a wind down process immediately.'
Party City CEO Barry Litman said it was 'necessary to commence a wind down process immediately.'
What's the living wage needed for a family of four in Illinois?
To comfortably raise a family of four in most states, including Illinois, in 2024, you'll need a six-figure income.
To comfortably raise a family of four in most states, including Illinois, in 2024, you'll need a six-figure income.
Social Security's full retirement age is increasing in 2025: What to know
The full retirement age for Social Security is set to increase in 2025. Here's what to know.
The full retirement age for Social Security is set to increase in 2025. Here's what to know.
Data reveals what's more expensive now than 1990 – and what's cheaper
New data from the U.S. Treasury reveals which goods and services have become significantly more expensive — and which ones are cheaper — compared to 1990.
New data from the U.S. Treasury reveals which goods and services have become significantly more expensive — and which ones are cheaper — compared to 1990.
Fed cuts key interest rate by a quarter-point: What does it mean for you?
The Fed announced Wednesday a quarter-point cut to its benchmark rate, from about 4.6% to roughly 4.3%.
The Fed announced Wednesday a quarter-point cut to its benchmark rate, from about 4.6% to roughly 4.3%.
Congress looks to pass disaster aid, money to help struggling farmers
In just two days, the federal government will run out of money if Congress can't pass a continuing resolution.
In just two days, the federal government will run out of money if Congress can't pass a continuing resolution.
Trump's proposed tariffs: what consumer products could be impacted?
President-elect Trump campaigned on using tariffs as a tool to secure more favorable international trade terms and bring in tax revenue, but they could impact the prices paid by consumers for imported products.
President-elect Trump campaigned on using tariffs as a tool to secure more favorable international trade terms and bring in tax revenue, but they could impact the prices paid by consumers for imported products.
Christmas gift spending per child by state
Want to know how your Christmas gift budget stacks up? Here’s a look at survey results showing how much parents across the country expect to spend per child this year.
Want to know how your Christmas gift budget stacks up? Here’s a look at survey results showing how much parents across the country expect to spend per child this year.
Chicago City Council passes Johnson's 2025 budget
The Chicago City Council has officially passed Mayor Brandon Johnson's 2025 budget.
The Chicago City Council has officially passed Mayor Brandon Johnson's 2025 budget.
Chicago aldermen discuss budget ahead of vote
The Chicago City Council is expected to vote on the latest version of Mayor Brandon Johnson?s 2025 budget proposal.
The Chicago City Council is expected to vote on the latest version of Mayor Brandon Johnson?s 2025 budget proposal.
2025 tax brackets: Key changes to know as filing season approaches
Tax brackets have increased by about 2.75%, with the top rate of 37% applying to incomes over $626,350 for single filers and $731,200 for joint filers.
Tax brackets have increased by about 2.75%, with the top rate of 37% applying to incomes over $626,350 for single filers and $731,200 for joint filers.
Here's the median net worth of homeowners vs. renters
Homeownership is often viewed as a primary way to build wealth in the U.S., particularly for low- to moderate-income households.
Homeownership is often viewed as a primary way to build wealth in the U.S., particularly for low- to moderate-income households.
Trump announces $100B investment in the U.S.
Trump joined SoftBank Group CEO Masayoshi Son at his Florida home Monday to announce that the company is planning to invest $100 billion in U.S. projects over the next four years.
Trump joined SoftBank Group CEO Masayoshi Son at his Florida home Monday to announce that the company is planning to invest $100 billion in U.S. projects over the next four years.
Personal finance expert breaks down the No. 1 rule on the road to becoming a millionaire
"The Ramsey Show's" Rachel Cruze explains why getting ahead on retirement savings, making the most of your company's 401(k) plan and not delaying Roth IRAs can lead to millionaire status.
"The Ramsey Show's" Rachel Cruze explains why getting ahead on retirement savings, making the most of your company's 401(k) plan and not delaying Roth IRAs can lead to millionaire status.
Mayor Johnson drops property tax hike, furloughs in new budget proposal: sources
Mayor Brandon Johnson's fourth draft of the city's 2025 budget will no longer include a property tax hike or unpaid furlough days for city employees, according to City Hall sources.
Mayor Brandon Johnson's fourth draft of the city's 2025 budget will no longer include a property tax hike or unpaid furlough days for city employees, according to City Hall sources.
Lord & Taylor, America's oldest department store, is making a comeback
The company was established in 1826 and shuttered its brick-and-mortar stores in 2021 after years of financial hardship.
The company was established in 1826 and shuttered its brick-and-mortar stores in 2021 after years of financial hardship.
Egg prices are higher — and they're not cracking anytime soon
Egg prices rose 8.2% in November.
Egg prices rose 8.2% in November.
Costco sells luxury, 150-day around-the-world cruise with eye-popping price tag
Costco Travel also notched an eye-popping amount of car rentals last year.
Costco Travel also notched an eye-popping amount of car rentals last year.
Here's the most popular financial goal for next year — and tips for success
Paying down debt tops the list of financial goals for 2025. Here’s how Americans are planning to tackle it, based on expert insights.
Paying down debt tops the list of financial goals for 2025. Here’s how Americans are planning to tackle it, based on expert insights.
Mayor?s $68M tax hike budget rejected, city council hits pause until Monday
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson didn?t have the votes to pass his budget, which includes a $68 million property tax hike along with other taxes and fees. Now, it?s back to the drawing board.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson didn?t have the votes to pass his budget, which includes a $68 million property tax hike along with other taxes and fees. Now, it?s back to the drawing board.