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.
Royal Caribbean is raising gratuity rates next month – here's what to know
The cruise line says the rate change will take effect on Nov. 1.
The cruise line says the rate change will take effect on Nov. 1.
Americans are feeling more anxious about their credit card debt, survey finds
Americans appear to be feeling more worried about mounting credit card debt, according to the New York Fed’s September 2024 Survey of Consumer Expectations.
Americans appear to be feeling more worried about mounting credit card debt, according to the New York Fed’s September 2024 Survey of Consumer Expectations.
Online payment apps: Here’s what to know the next time you tap to pay
Payment apps make it easy to send and receive money with the click of a button, but here’s what you need to know when using these platforms.
Payment apps make it easy to send and receive money with the click of a button, but here’s what you need to know when using these platforms.
Illinois Lottery: Time running out to claim $250,000 ticket sold in Chicago
The Illinois Lottery is on a mission to find the owner of an unclaimed $250,000 winning Lucky Day Lotto ticket purchased in Chicago last October.
The Illinois Lottery is on a mission to find the owner of an unclaimed $250,000 winning Lucky Day Lotto ticket purchased in Chicago last October.
Some Social Security recipients will get two payments in November. Here's why
Those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will receive an additional check in November due to how the payment schedule is lined up.
Those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will receive an additional check in November due to how the payment schedule is lined up.
CTU and social workers call out district on Medicaid funding
The CTU says leaving Medicaid money on the table is neglect.
The CTU says leaving Medicaid money on the table is neglect.