Social Security is coming for a bigger chunk of your paycheck

The portion of personal income subject to the Social Security tax has increased to $168,600 this year from $160,200 in 2023.

Auto insurance on the rise in Illinois
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Illinois auto insurance rates increased by more than $1 billion last year, according to a report by PIRG. Director of PIRG Abe Scarr says it's not just Illinois feeling the hit, rates went up across the country.

Tips for preparing for tax season
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FOX consumer reporter Steve Noviello breaks down what you need to know ahead of filing your taxes this year.

Biden cancels student loan debt for another 74K borrowers

Of the 74,000 borrowers approved for relief Friday, the administration said nearly 44,000 of them are teachers, nurses, firefighters and others with public service careers.

Biden proposes new rule on overdraft fees
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President Biden's Administration wants to put an end to hidden overdraft fees. The rule would cut overdraft fees in half, saving Americans on average $150,000 a year.

Illinois Lottery player wins $720K with online game

An Illinois Lottery player is getting a major payday after winning the Fast Play Twenty 20s online jackpot. 

Child tax credit expansion part of bipartisan $78B deal proposed in Congress

In a bipartisan effort, senior Congress lawmakers have unveiled a $78 billion tax deal aimed at expanding child tax credits and providing tax breaks for businesses.

The world could get its first trillionaire within 10 years

By contrast, Oxfam says nearly 5 billion people have been made poorer since the pandemic, with many of the world's developing nations unable to provide the financial support that richer nations could during lockdowns.

Student loan forgiveness: Some Americans will get loans canceled in February — here's who qualifies

The Biden administration will start canceling student loans for some borrowers next month as part of a new repayment plan that's taking effect ahead of schedule. Here's who is eligible.

New and used cars: Strategies for saving money when buying in 2024

Now that it's a new year, many people are on the hunt to replace their car. And whether you're shopping new or used, there are plenty of ways to save a few bucks.

New and used cars: Strategies for saving money when buying in 2024
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Now that it's a new year, many people are on the hunt to replace their car. And whether you're shopping new or used, there are plenty of ways to save a few bucks.

The countdown to the government shutdown
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Time is again running out with another government shutdown looming. At the center of negotiations: the southern border.