More Americans tapping 401(k) savings early as financial pressures rise
With a growing share of workers withdrawing early from their 401(k) retirement plan, financial advisor Aristotle Makris of Goldstone Financial Group explains what’s driving the trend and alternatives for people facing financial emergencies.
With a growing share of workers withdrawing early from their 401(k) retirement plan, financial advisor Aristotle Makris of Goldstone Financial Group explains what’s driving the trend and alternatives for people facing financial emergencies.
CTA to submit new safety plan by federal deadline
With two weeks until the deadline, the Chicago Transit Authority says it plans to submit a revised safety plan to federal officials.
With two weeks until the deadline, the Chicago Transit Authority says it plans to submit a revised safety plan to federal officials.
US, Israel escalate strikes on Iran as Senate Dems fail to halt war effort
As U.S. and Israeli forces strike more than 2,000 Iranian targets and claim growing control of Iran’s airspace, lawmakers clash on Capitol Hill over the war while the U.S. Department of State works to evacuate Americans from the region.
As U.S. and Israeli forces strike more than 2,000 Iranian targets and claim growing control of Iran’s airspace, lawmakers clash on Capitol Hill over the war while the U.S. Department of State works to evacuate Americans from the region.
Federal judge orders billions in tariff refunds after ruling on Trump trade policy
A federal judge has ordered the U.S. government to begin refunding potentially more than $130 billion in tariffs to thousands of companies after the Supreme Court struck down parts of former President Donald Trump’s tariff authority.
A federal judge has ordered the U.S. government to begin refunding potentially more than $130 billion in tariffs to thousands of companies after the Supreme Court struck down parts of former President Donald Trump’s tariff authority.
Intonation Music celebrates 20 years with open house performances | ChicagoNOW
Tonya Howell, executive director of Intonation Music, discusses the nonprofit’s 20 years of serving Chicago youth through music education.
Tonya Howell, executive director of Intonation Music, discusses the nonprofit’s 20 years of serving Chicago youth through music education.
Bears trade star wide receiver D.J. Moore to Bills: reports
Fox Chicago's Cassie Carlson breaks down the Bears' move to trade D.J. Moore to the Buffalo Bills and what that means for the team moving forward.
Fox Chicago's Cassie Carlson breaks down the Bears' move to trade D.J. Moore to the Buffalo Bills and what that means for the team moving forward.
Amy Landecker, Bradley Whitford to star in new romantic comedy | ChicagoNOW
Amy Landecker and Bradley Whitford star in the new romantic comedy For Worse, which follows a newly divorced woman who meets the father of the bride at a wedding.
Amy Landecker and Bradley Whitford star in the new romantic comedy For Worse, which follows a newly divorced woman who meets the father of the bride at a wedding.
New children’s book invites kids to imagine the future | ChicagoNOW
Authors Mac Barnett and Shawn Harris talk about their new children’s picture book, which explores what life might look like for kids in the future.
Authors Mac Barnett and Shawn Harris talk about their new children’s picture book, which explores what life might look like for kids in the future.
Proposed payment changes could affect credit card rewards | ChicagoNOW
A new poll from The Points Guy finds many Americans are concerned they could lose credit card rewards if changes are made to electronic payment systems.
A new poll from The Points Guy finds many Americans are concerned they could lose credit card rewards if changes are made to electronic payment systems.
TMZ: Savannah Guthrie visits Today studio as search continues for kidnapped mother | ChicagoNOW
Savannah Guthrie stopped by the Today studio Thursday in New York City to thank colleagues while she remains focused on helping bring her mother home, according to a show spokesperson.
Savannah Guthrie stopped by the Today studio Thursday in New York City to thank colleagues while she remains focused on helping bring her mother home, according to a show spokesperson.
TMZ: Britney Spears arrested on suspicion of DUI | ChicagoNOW
Authorities arrested pop star Britney Spears Wednesday night on suspicion of DUI.
Authorities arrested pop star Britney Spears Wednesday night on suspicion of DUI.
World of Wheels rolls into Rosemont
World of Wheels is back at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center this weekend in Rosemont.
World of Wheels is back at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center this weekend in Rosemont.
Chicago Wolves highlight charity, family fun during packed weekend at Allstate Arena
Chicago Wolves President of Operations Courtney Mahoney previews a busy weekend at Allstate Arena featuring St. Patrick’s Day jerseys supporting autism awareness, a jersey auction, high school championships, and fan events.
Chicago Wolves President of Operations Courtney Mahoney previews a busy weekend at Allstate Arena featuring St. Patrick’s Day jerseys supporting autism awareness, a jersey auction, high school championships, and fan events.
Family construction legacy continues with women leaders at Plote
Heather Plote discusses her family’s decades-long construction business and the role women have played in leading the company during Women’s History Month.
Heather Plote discusses her family’s decades-long construction business and the role women have played in leading the company during Women’s History Month.
It's time to get a little Sassy with PAWS Chicago
PAWS Chicago has a Sassy puppy who needs you!
PAWS Chicago has a Sassy puppy who needs you!
Market volatility rises as Iran conflict rattles investors
Stephen Kates, a financial analyst at Bankrate, explains how the war in Iran is driving market swings, higher oil prices and uncertainty for investors and consumers.
Stephen Kates, a financial analyst at Bankrate, explains how the war in Iran is driving market swings, higher oil prices and uncertainty for investors and consumers.
Early voting surges in Chicago ahead of the March 17 primary
Chicago Board of Elections spokesperson Max Bever explains key deadlines, vote-by-mail return tips, and why turnout is already higher than in the 2018 and 2022 primaries as early voting continues across all 50 wards before Election Day on March 17.
Chicago Board of Elections spokesperson Max Bever explains key deadlines, vote-by-mail return tips, and why turnout is already higher than in the 2018 and 2022 primaries as early voting continues across all 50 wards before Election Day on March 17.
I-290 inbound lanes closed as semi partially dangles from overpass
Traffic on the inbound Eisenhower Expressway was shut down early Thursday after a crash left a semi partially dangling off an overpass in west suburban Cook County.
Traffic on the inbound Eisenhower Expressway was shut down early Thursday after a crash left a semi partially dangling off an overpass in west suburban Cook County.
Don't get blindsided by severe weather in Illinois this spring
Northern Illinois University meteorology professor Victor Gensini explains what residents should do during Severe Weather Preparedness Week as the risk for spring storms begins to rise.
Northern Illinois University meteorology professor Victor Gensini explains what residents should do during Severe Weather Preparedness Week as the risk for spring storms begins to rise.
Inbound I-290 closed as semi partially dangles from overpass
Traffic on the inbound Eisenhower Expressway was shut down early Thursday after a crash left a semi partially dangling off an overpass in west suburban Cook County.
Traffic on the inbound Eisenhower Expressway was shut down early Thursday after a crash left a semi partially dangling off an overpass in west suburban Cook County.