Subminimum wage hike delay OK’d by Chicago City Council
The City Council approved a compromise deal to delay the gradual increase in the subminimum wage for tipped workers in Chicago.
The City Council approved a compromise deal to delay the gradual increase in the subminimum wage for tipped workers in Chicago.
Expert analysis: Gas prices surge ahead of Memorial Day travel rush
With millions preparing for Memorial Day road trips and gas prices topping $5 a gallon in Illinois, GasBuddy analyst Patrick De Haan explains why another spike could be coming and how drivers can save at the pump.
With millions preparing for Memorial Day road trips and gas prices topping $5 a gallon in Illinois, GasBuddy analyst Patrick De Haan explains why another spike could be coming and how drivers can save at the pump.
House proposal would charge EV owners $130 yearly for road repairs
Electric vehicle owners could soon face a $130 annual federal fee under a proposed bipartisan bill created to shore up funding for road maintenance.
Electric vehicle owners could soon face a $130 annual federal fee under a proposed bipartisan bill created to shore up funding for road maintenance.
Americans turning to installment plans to skip credit cards, live comfortably
More than a quarter of Americans sometimes or often turn to buy-now-pay-later purchase plans when shopping online and many of them are doing so to avoid racking up credit card debt, a new study finds.
More than a quarter of Americans sometimes or often turn to buy-now-pay-later purchase plans when shopping online and many of them are doing so to avoid racking up credit card debt, a new study finds.
How does unemployment work?
The U.S. is in what economists are calling a “low-hire, low-fire" state, which means many people who are out of work are struggling to find new jobs. Here’s what to know about unemployment benefits.
The U.S. is in what economists are calling a “low-hire, low-fire" state, which means many people who are out of work are struggling to find new jobs. Here’s what to know about unemployment benefits.
Fidelity $2.5M data breach settlement: See if you qualify
Fidelity Investments settled a $2.5 million lawsuit following a 2024 data breach that compromised the personal and financial information of tens of thousands of customers.
Fidelity Investments settled a $2.5 million lawsuit following a 2024 data breach that compromised the personal and financial information of tens of thousands of customers.
April had the 6th-highest gas prices in nearly 4 years
Consumers faced record-breaking hardship at the pump in April as the national average for a gallon of gas exceeded $4 per gallon for the first time since 2022.
Consumers faced record-breaking hardship at the pump in April as the national average for a gallon of gas exceeded $4 per gallon for the first time since 2022.
How much do you need to retire? A state-by-state breakdown
A new MoneyLion study found retirement affordability varies dramatically across the country.
A new MoneyLion study found retirement affordability varies dramatically across the country.
Are we headed for a recession or just a crisis of confidence?
With recession fears rising and Americans bracing for economic uncertainty, Ross Mac of Maconomics breaks down the warning signs, what a downturn could mean for your finances, and how viewers can prepare now.
With recession fears rising and Americans bracing for economic uncertainty, Ross Mac of Maconomics breaks down the warning signs, what a downturn could mean for your finances, and how viewers can prepare now.
SNAP changes are impacting local grocery stores
Two weeks after major SNAP changes took effect. Some local grocery stores say they’re already feeling the impact. Lauren Scafidi is following this tonight.
Two weeks after major SNAP changes took effect. Some local grocery stores say they’re already feeling the impact. Lauren Scafidi is following this tonight.
Illinois gas prices spike again as pain at the pump worsens
Gas prices across Illinois have jumped another 70 cents in just a week, and Brian Jackson breaks down what’s driving the surge and how long drivers could feel the impact.
Gas prices across Illinois have jumped another 70 cents in just a week, and Brian Jackson breaks down what’s driving the surge and how long drivers could feel the impact.
Expert analysis: Gas prices surge nationwide as drivers feel pain at the pump
GasBuddy’s Patrick De Haan explains why gas prices are climbing so quickly, how today’s costs compare historically and when drivers could finally see relief if the war ends.
GasBuddy’s Patrick De Haan explains why gas prices are climbing so quickly, how today’s costs compare historically and when drivers could finally see relief if the war ends.
Walmart to cut or relocate 1,000 jobs in efforts to compete with Amazon
Walmart is restructuring its staff to focus on expansion of AI and tech initiatives. The move marks a significant strategy to compete with Amazon and other retailers.
Walmart is restructuring its staff to focus on expansion of AI and tech initiatives. The move marks a significant strategy to compete with Amazon and other retailers.
Illinois could see higher gas taxes on July 1 amid surging prices | The Chicago Report
As gas prices surge across the country, Illinois' motor fuel tax is set to increase again on July 1. Despite calls to suspend the gas tax, Gov. JB Pritzker has not been warm to the idea.
As gas prices surge across the country, Illinois' motor fuel tax is set to increase again on July 1. Despite calls to suspend the gas tax, Gov. JB Pritzker has not been warm to the idea.
Young Americans stand out for job market pessimism, data shows
Young Americans' confidence in the job market has plummeted significantly, falling well below the optimism levels of older generations for the first time in years, according to a new poll.
Young Americans' confidence in the job market has plummeted significantly, falling well below the optimism levels of older generations for the first time in years, according to a new poll.
How much will Illinois’ gas tax increase on July 1?
Illinois gas tax is set to increase again on July 1, despite prices spiking across the country.
Illinois gas tax is set to increase again on July 1, despite prices spiking across the country.
New Mariano’s partnership brings more savings through cash back app | ChicagoLIVE
A new partnership between Mariano’s and Upside aims to help Chicago shoppers save money on groceries, gas and dining expenses.
A new partnership between Mariano’s and Upside aims to help Chicago shoppers save money on groceries, gas and dining expenses.
CPI report: April inflation jumped at fastest rate in three years
As the war in Iran carries on, prices rose for Americans in April at the fastest rate since May 2023.
As the war in Iran carries on, prices rose for Americans in April at the fastest rate since May 2023.
Could a gas tax break help drivers amid surging prices? | The Chicago Report
President Trump said he wants to suspend the nation's gas tax to provide relief for drivers amid surging oil prices due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
President Trump said he wants to suspend the nation's gas tax to provide relief for drivers amid surging oil prices due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
These cities rank as the best places to start a career in 2026, according to data
For young professionals searching for a job in a crowded market, finding an opportunity may come down to the zip code you're in, which might improve your odds of securing a job based on a recent report.
For young professionals searching for a job in a crowded market, finding an opportunity may come down to the zip code you're in, which might improve your odds of securing a job based on a recent report.