Expert breaks down budgeting tips amid rising costs and auto loans
Karen Ford discusses how consumers can manage rising expenses, avoid car loan pitfalls, and build healthier money habits while navigating today’s high-cost economy.
Karen Ford discusses how consumers can manage rising expenses, avoid car loan pitfalls, and build healthier money habits while navigating today’s high-cost economy.
Over a dozen burn injuries lead to Costco product recall
Costco recalled over 200,000 32 Degrees Heated Sock products after multiple consumers reported burn injuries.
Costco recalled over 200,000 32 Degrees Heated Sock products after multiple consumers reported burn injuries.
Party City stages comeback with nationwide Staples expansion
Party City is mounting a comeback by expanding into more than 700 Staples stores nationwide.
Party City is mounting a comeback by expanding into more than 700 Staples stores nationwide.
Nearly 20K Audi vehicles recalled over loose brake pedals
Nearly 20,000 Audi vehicles are being recalled over a brake defect that could increase crash risk. Here’s what drivers should know.
Nearly 20,000 Audi vehicles are being recalled over a brake defect that could increase crash risk. Here’s what drivers should know.
Capital One $425M settlement approved: Here's who qualifies for payments
Capital One has agreed to pay $425 million to settle a lawsuit alleging it paid lower interest rates on older savings accounts without notifying customers of the option for higher yields.
Capital One has agreed to pay $425 million to settle a lawsuit alleging it paid lower interest rates on older savings accounts without notifying customers of the option for higher yields.
Cantaloupes recalled nationwide over salmonella fears — what shoppers need to know
A Florida produce distributor has recalled thousands of cantaloupes due to a potential risk of salmonella contamination, and now the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning of an increased risk.
A Florida produce distributor has recalled thousands of cantaloupes due to a potential risk of salmonella contamination, and now the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning of an increased risk.
Gas prices remain unstable as the Iran War continues
President Trump is extending an Iran ceasefire indefinitely but says the blockade will remain. Amalia Roy reports on what this could mean for gas prices.
President Trump is extending an Iran ceasefire indefinitely but says the blockade will remain. Amalia Roy reports on what this could mean for gas prices.
World's top condom maker to raise prices due to Iran war
The world’s largest condom maker, Karex, plans to raise prices by up to 30% due to supply disruptions linked to the Iran war.
The world’s largest condom maker, Karex, plans to raise prices by up to 30% due to supply disruptions linked to the Iran war.
Supplement for newborn puppies sold nationwide recalled; see the impacted products
Popular puppy milk replacer products are being pulled nationwide. Here’s what pet owners need to know.
Popular puppy milk replacer products are being pulled nationwide. Here’s what pet owners need to know.
Harley-Davidson recalls nearly 17,000 motorcycles over loss of rear brakes
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Harley-Davidson’s latest recall affects some 2025-2026 motorcycle models tied to a loss of rear brakes that may increase the risk of a crash.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Harley-Davidson’s latest recall affects some 2025-2026 motorcycle models tied to a loss of rear brakes that may increase the risk of a crash.
Shellfish recall issued over potential norovirus contamination
The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a recall of some shellfish that were distributed in at least four states because of possible norovirus concerns.
The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a recall of some shellfish that were distributed in at least four states because of possible norovirus concerns.
White Castle tests automated kiosks serving sliders in seconds | ChicagoLIVE
White Castle is rolling out automated kiosks designed to cook and serve food in about 45 seconds.
White Castle is rolling out automated kiosks designed to cook and serve food in about 45 seconds.
Rat poison in baby food spurs recall in multiple European nations
Rat poison found in jars of baby food in Central Europe over the weekend prompted recalls across multiple countries.
Rat poison found in jars of baby food in Central Europe over the weekend prompted recalls across multiple countries.
Trader Joe's eyes North Park location
A new Trader Joe’s is one step closer to opening on Chicago’s far Northwest Side.
A new Trader Joe’s is one step closer to opening on Chicago’s far Northwest Side.
Ford recalls nearly 1.4 million trucks over faulty transmission issue
Ford Motor Company is recalling nearly 1.4 million trucks because the transmission could downshift into second gear unexpectedly.
Ford Motor Company is recalling nearly 1.4 million trucks because the transmission could downshift into second gear unexpectedly.
Expert analysis: Will gas prices stay high into 2027?
As uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz and stalled peace talks rattle markets, analysts warn that prolonged conflict could keep gas prices elevated, disrupt global supply chains, and deepen economic strain well into next year.
As uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz and stalled peace talks rattle markets, analysts warn that prolonged conflict could keep gas prices elevated, disrupt global supply chains, and deepen economic strain well into next year.
Businesses can seek tariff refunds with new portal after Supreme Court ruling
A new U.S. Customs and Border Protection portal is allowing businesses to claim refunds on tariffs deemed unconstitutional by the Supreme Court.
A new U.S. Customs and Border Protection portal is allowing businesses to claim refunds on tariffs deemed unconstitutional by the Supreme Court.
TV shopping empire behind QVC, HSN files for bankruptcy amid mounting losses
The parent company behind well-known shopping channels QVC and HSN has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
The parent company behind well-known shopping channels QVC and HSN has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
Summer travel forecast: Jet fuel crisis could mean more than just higher fares
Experts say summer travelers should prepare not just for higher prices, but also for fewer flights, “more schedule volatility and fewer low-fare options" if the Iran war continues.
Experts say summer travelers should prepare not just for higher prices, but also for fewer flights, “more schedule volatility and fewer low-fare options" if the Iran war continues.
Portable generators sold at Home Depot, Lowe's recalled for possible fuel leak posing injury risk
The Consumer Product Safety Commission says more than 140,000 Generac Portable Generators sold at Home Depot, Lowe’s and other retailers were pulled because the potential fuel leak may result in an injury or burn hazard.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission says more than 140,000 Generac Portable Generators sold at Home Depot, Lowe’s and other retailers were pulled because the potential fuel leak may result in an injury or burn hazard.