Chicago hotel workers strike could disrupt 46 hotels

Roughly 7,000 Chicago hotel workers have authorized a strike at 46 hotels, demanding higher wages, better benefits and safer working conditions as rising costs make it harder to support their families.

Chicago hotel workers authorize strike at 46 hotels
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More than 7,000 Chicago hotel workers have authorized a strike at 46 hotels, demanding higher wages, better benefits and safer working conditions as rising costs make it harder to support their families.

Major Wendy's franchisee files for bankruptcy

One of the largest Wendy’s franchisees in the U.S. has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection following a high-stakes dispute with the fast-food chain's corporate parent.

Converse apologizes, pulls new ad after claims of racist imagery

Shoemaker Converse has apologized and pulled a social media ad after it sparked a backlash from people who said the image evoked the Ku Klux Klan and lynching. 

Major airlines adjust flight schedules as jet fuel prices surge

American, United and Southwest Airlines are adjusting flight capacity and schedules as higher jet fuel prices increase operating costs.

These are the states with the most unclaimed tax refunds per 100,000 residents

Millions in potential tax refunds are going unclaimed across the U.S. See which states have the most money left on the table, according to new data.

Federal Reserve hikes interest rates - What it means for your wallet and the economy

The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by a quarter-point to a range of 3.75% to 4%, aiming to curb persistent inflation amid solid economic activity.

Costco opening 10 new stores in the US and 4 in Canada as expansion continues - See where

Costco is continuing its expansion plans with 10 new locations in the U.S. and four in Canada opening over the next two months with more planned locations in the works.

GameStop says 'select' closed stores to reopen nationwide

GameStop says it is reopening "select" stores across the country as company insiders make new investments in the video game retailer's stock.

US bans Canadian motorcycle, dairy, alcohol imports amid trade war

The U.S. is banning Canadian alcohol, dairy products, and motorcycles starting in late September as a retaliatory trade battle between the nations intensifies.

What investigators are looking for after fatal Amazon jet crash
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Aviation attorney Bob Clifford explains the NTSB investigation, potential liability and what comes next after the fatal Amazon cargo jet crash in Miami.

How to moneymaxx your budget and break the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle
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Personal finance expert Anthony O'Neal joins Good Day Chicago to break down the "moneymaxxing" trend, sharing practical strategies for zero-based budgeting, high-yield savings, and trimming hidden costs—even on a tight budget.

Uber to lay off 3,300 employees as competition with robotaxis grow

Ride-share giant Uber announced plans to lay off nearly 10% of its workforce as growing competition from autonomous vehicles and robotaxis heats up the ride-hailing industry.

Another Chicago suburb bans kratom sales

Naperville has moved to ban the retail sale of kratom, with the city’s mayor saying concerns about addiction, overdoses and a lack of regulation prompted officials to take action.

Chevron will expand Venezuela operations after Trump deal, company confirms

Chevron said it plans to invest more than $7 billion in Venezuela over the next five years and hopes to double its current production there to about 600,000 barrels a day.