FAFSA for 2026–2027 now open as families navigate rising college costs
With tuition climbing and budgets tight, Lynne Baker from the Illinois Student Assistance Commission explains what families need to know about the FAFSA, how to get help, and where to find trusted financial aid resources.
Credit limits have dropped the most in these states for 2025, data shows
Credit limits are shrinking nationwide. Here's where the steepest drops are, according to new data.
These states rank as the best for jobs in 2025, data suggests
Searching for a job is a lot of work given how competitive the market is, but sometimes the location could be effective in finding and landing an opportunity, according to a new report.
Federal Reserve issues 2nd rate cut of 2025
The Fed stayed course on its expected rate cut despite missing government data clouding the view of the economy amid the shutdown.
Study shows an average of 15,078 pieces of mail are lost each month
A recent study shows that between 2022 and 2024, more than 542,000 pieces of mail were lost or went missing in the U.S., an average of 15,078 each month.
Here's how many people receive SNAP benefits in your state
Across the country, there are over 41 million people enrolled in the federal government’s Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, known as SNAP.
Judge halts Trump administration from firing federal workers during shutdown
A federal judge extended an order preventing multiple federal agencies from laying off government employees.
Fed expected to cut key interest rate again amid economic uncertainty
The Federal Reserve is poised to lower interest rates for the second time this year, and financial expert Stephen Kates joins to explain how the move could impact mortgages, credit cards, and household budgets.
Massive UPS layoffs, Apple hits $4 trillion, OpenAI teams up with Paypal | Business news
UPS cuts 48,000 jobs, Apple reaches $4 trillion valuation and PayPal expands its reach with OpenAI.
Tariffs impacting farmers' costs, margins | The Chicago Report
Illinois farmers are in the middle of harvest season, or have already had their harvest, but this year's bounty brings uncertainy amid President Trump's tariffs.
Federal Reserve likely to cut key interest rate: What to know
The Fed is almost certain to cut its key interest rate on Wednesday, but the shutdown has cut off critical hiring and inflation data used to make their decision. Here’s what to know about the meeting.
Amazon to cut 30,000 jobs, Lululemon signs NFL deal, Airbnb cracks down on Halloween parties | Business news
Amazon cuts thousands of jobs due to over hiring during the pandemic. Lululemon teams up with the NFL in their first apparel collaboration, and Airbnb enforcing a no-party policy in time for Halloween. | FOX 32's Good Day Chicago starts your morning off with the latest breaking news from across the area.
Tempers flare in Harvey as firefighters deal with furloughs, fear burnout
One week after sidelining roughly 40% of its workforce, city departments in Harvey are grappling with the changes brought on by sweeping furloughs.
DoorDash offers free services for SNAP recipients amid government shutdown
DoorDash is offering SNAP recipients free delivery and waived service fees just as federal assistance is scheduled to run dry.
5 million pounds of chicken recalled, ads coming to Apple Maps, Amazon rolls out new AI feature | Consumer news
Hormel is recalling more than 5 million pounds of frozen chicken products over contamination concerns, Apple Maps prepares to roll out ads, an Amazon launches a new "Help Me Decide" tool to guide shoppers. | FOX 32's Good Day Chicago starts your morning off with the latest breaking news from across the area.
Workers at several federal agencies miss their 1st full paycheck amid government shutdown
Payday passes with no checks for more than a million federal workers as the government shutdown continues. Here's what we know.
Government shutdown to extend into next week as Senate adjourns without deal
The government shutdown will last into next week after the Senate left without a deal. Their next vote is on Monday.
Pentagon accepts anonymous $130M donation to fund military pay amid shutdown
The Pentagon confirms that it has accepted an anonymous $130 million gift to help pay members of the military during the government shutdown.
Your tax refund could be bigger in 2026 – here's how
Americans may see a boost in next year’s refunds in part due to provisions in President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful" legislation. Here’s what you need to know.