US corporate bankruptcy filings surge – here are the business types that led
The number of U.S. corporate bankruptcy filings so far in 2024 is “higher than any comparable figure in the prior 13 years," according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence.
The number of U.S. corporate bankruptcy filings so far in 2024 is “higher than any comparable figure in the prior 13 years," according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence.
Cook County property taxes: Who's to blame for skyrocketing bills?
Suburban homeowners are feeling the pinch of significant property tax increases, and Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi explained to FOX 32 what part of the problem stems from.
Suburban homeowners are feeling the pinch of significant property tax increases, and Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi explained to FOX 32 what part of the problem stems from.
Inflation unexpectedly fell to 3% in June
The consumer price index (CPI), a broad measure of how much everyday goods like gasoline, groceries and rent cost, dropped 0.1% in June from the previous month. It marked the first monthly decline since May 2020.
The consumer price index (CPI), a broad measure of how much everyday goods like gasoline, groceries and rent cost, dropped 0.1% in June from the previous month. It marked the first monthly decline since May 2020.
Illinois surpasses $1 billion in cannabis sales in first half of 2024
Illinois surpassed $1 billion in cannabis retail sales in the first half of 2024.
Illinois surpassed $1 billion in cannabis retail sales in the first half of 2024.
Costco raising membership fees for 1st time since 2017
Costco is raising its membership fees for the first time in seven years. Here’s when the new fees will take effect.
Costco is raising its membership fees for the first time in seven years. Here’s when the new fees will take effect.
Proposed water rate hikes could raise Illinois residents' bills by $30 monthly
Water bills for Illinois residents could increase by nearly $30 a month if proposed rate hikes by private water utility companies are approved.
Water bills for Illinois residents could increase by nearly $30 a month if proposed rate hikes by private water utility companies are approved.
Roofing scams surge after storms: Tips to safeguard your home and wallet
Severe weather can take a toll on your home in more ways than one. One of the most common is damage to your roof. In a FOX 32 Special Money Saver Report, Dawn Hasbrouck shares details on how to spot it and avoid some scams.
Severe weather can take a toll on your home in more ways than one. One of the most common is damage to your roof. In a FOX 32 Special Money Saver Report, Dawn Hasbrouck shares details on how to spot it and avoid some scams.
Tips to safeguard your home and wallet from roofing scams after storms
Severe weather can take a toll on your home in more ways than one. One of the most common is damage to your roof. In a Fox 32 special money saver report, Dawn Hasbrouck shares details on how to spot it and avoid some scams.
Severe weather can take a toll on your home in more ways than one. One of the most common is damage to your roof. In a Fox 32 special money saver report, Dawn Hasbrouck shares details on how to spot it and avoid some scams.
Las Vegas' Mirage to give away $1.6M before closing: Here's how you can win
The Mirage on the Las Vegas Strip is set to give away $1.6 million in a "Progressive Finale Cash Giveaway" before it transforms into the Hard Rock Casino.
The Mirage on the Las Vegas Strip is set to give away $1.6 million in a "Progressive Finale Cash Giveaway" before it transforms into the Hard Rock Casino.
Proposed water rate hikes could raise Illinois residents' bills by $30 monthly
Water bills for Illinois residents could increase by nearly $30 a month if proposed rate hikes by private water utility companies are approved.
Water bills for Illinois residents could increase by nearly $30 a month if proposed rate hikes by private water utility companies are approved.
Proposed water rate hikes could raise Illinois residents' bills
Water bills for Illinois residents could increase by nearly $30 a month if proposed rate hikes by private water utility companies are approved.
Water bills for Illinois residents could increase by nearly $30 a month if proposed rate hikes by private water utility companies are approved.
Great-grandmother wins $5M lottery prize after completing radiation treatments for breast cancer
The 75-year-old said, "If I didn’t leave the airport, I would have never bought that ticket!"
The 75-year-old said, "If I didn’t leave the airport, I would have never bought that ticket!"
Cook County homeowner gets answers after property tax bill skyrockets from $1,800 to $30K
Once the dust settled, Lloyd?s property tax bill went up from $1,800 in 2022 to $2,000 for 2023. He?s already paid the amount owed ahead of the Aug. 1 deadline.
Once the dust settled, Lloyd?s property tax bill went up from $1,800 in 2022 to $2,000 for 2023. He?s already paid the amount owed ahead of the Aug. 1 deadline.
AARP releases annual list of ways to save money
Many seniors are on a tight budget, so it's important to look for ways to save on everything from home repairs to clothing. The AARP has released their new list of ways to save.
Many seniors are on a tight budget, so it's important to look for ways to save on everything from home repairs to clothing. The AARP has released their new list of ways to save.
Prepare to pay for your bank accounts, Chase warns customers
Chase’s CEO says customers using free services like checking accounts and wealth-management tools could get charged.
Chase’s CEO says customers using free services like checking accounts and wealth-management tools could get charged.
California family's $444 receipt from Trader Joe's goes viral on social media: 'Insane'
The $444 grocery haul feeds a family of 8 for around 10 days, the video claims.
The $444 grocery haul feeds a family of 8 for around 10 days, the video claims.
Price of postage stamps to be raised soon, despite recent increase
The USPS raised the price of stamps to 68 cents in January.
The USPS raised the price of stamps to 68 cents in January.
Chicago native hosts Maconomics Wealth Summit Weekend
The summit is scheduled for next Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
The summit is scheduled for next Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Experts weigh in on items you should avoid buying at garage sales
Though prices can be tempting, experts are advising shoppers to avoid purchasing certain items at garage sales.
Though prices can be tempting, experts are advising shoppers to avoid purchasing certain items at garage sales.
U.S. unemployment rate rises to 4.1% with 206,000 jobs added in June
U.S. employers added 206,000 jobs in June, exceeding expectations, with the unemployment rate rising to 4.1%, while April and May job data was revised down, average hourly earnings increased by 3.9%, and hiring was strong in government, social assistance, and health care, influencing potential Federal Reserve rate cuts.
U.S. employers added 206,000 jobs in June, exceeding expectations, with the unemployment rate rising to 4.1%, while April and May job data was revised down, average hourly earnings increased by 3.9%, and hiring was strong in government, social assistance, and health care, influencing potential Federal Reserve rate cuts.