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.

Trump's tariff warning met with threat from Ontario that would make energy 'unaffordable' in Michigan & U.S.

In response to Donald Trump's 25% tariff plan, Ontario is considering limiting the export of electricity to the United States in a move that Premiere Doug Ford said would make electricity unaffordable for Americans.

Top holiday scams to be on the lookout for

Protect yourself from holiday scams with these tips to stay safe while shopping and donating this season.

Fortnite refunds are rolling out to 'tricked' customers: Here's how to apply

The FTC has begun issuing refunds to Fortnite players who were charged for unintended purchases, following a $520 million settlement with Epic Games.

Your 2024 holiday tipping guide: Who to tip and how much

A new survey shows that more Americans plan to tip service workers this holiday season, but the tipping amounts may be lower.

Here are the cities with the least sustainable credit card debts

Americans living in these cities are experiencing a high amount of credit card debt which could take them a longer time to pay off, according to a recent study.

Tips for taking control of your credit card debt over the holidays
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Credit card debt can be very difficult to deal with, especially during the holiday season. Luckily, there's help available to you in order to navigate through your financial struggles.

Bitcoin makes history
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Bitcoin topped $100,000 for the first time ever.

Illinois Labor Department files bankruptcy claims against Foxtrot, Dom’s Kitchen to recover unpaid wages

The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) is working to recover more than $3.8 million in unpaid wages and benefits for over 350 employees left jobless after their employers abruptly shut down earlier this year.

Illinois labor department fights to recover $3.8M in unpaid wages for displaced workers
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The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) is working to recover more than $3.8 million in unpaid wages and benefits for over 350 employees left jobless after their employers abruptly shut down earlier this year.

How could tariffs impact you directly?
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As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to assume office, concerns are mounting over the possibility of new tariffs.

Minimum wage in Cook County to increase Jan. 1

Cook County leaders are reminding residents about the upcoming minimum wage increase set to take effect on Jan. 1.

Chicago’s parking meter deal still haunts the city’s finances 16 years later

On this day, Chicago marks the anniversary of a financial deal so contentious it’s often referred to as one of the city’s biggest blunders—the infamous 75-year parking meter lease.