IRS direct deposit stimulus in October? Here’s what we know
Rumors are circulating online about an IRS direct deposit stimulus payment hitting bank accounts in October or before year’s end. Are they true?
Chicago Fed President talks economy & policy | The Chicago Report
From politics to pop culture, Paris Schutz and guests bring Chicago's top voices to you.
Salary trends and perks: What to know before asking for a raise
Hiring expert Thomas Vick of Robert Half Chicago breaks down current compensation trends, sought-after skills, and how AI and workplace flexibility are shaping career decisions.
Reset your vibe in minutes | ChicagoNOW
We?ve all heard people say ?I just need better energy? or ?I?m picking up good vibes? ? but what does that really mean? Today we?re looking at practical, everyday ways to retune your body?s energy field. No lab coat or crystals required.
Burnout is killing creativity ? Here?s how to get it back | ChicagoNOW
Actor and author Josh Pais, known for his new book Lose Your Mind: The Path to Creative Invincibility, joins us to share how simple resets can spark innovation, why anxiety can actually fuel creativity, and how embracing all of our emotions ? not just the ?positive? ones ? can transform stress into breakthroughs.
The Fed finally cut rates ? but will it actually help?
After nine months of holding steady, the Federal Reserve has made a long-awaited rate cut ? Ross Mac joins us to break down what it means for your money, the markets, and what might come next.
Supreme Court agrees to review Chicago-area toy company's tariff lawsuit
The U.S. Supreme Court agreed to review a challenge to President Donald Trump's tariff policy from a Chicago-area toy company.
U.S. job growth slows sharply as unemployment hits highest level in nearly 4 years
Rebekah Castor breaks down the disappointing jobs report, political reactions from both sides, and what it could mean for interest rates and the economy.
FDA limits access to updated COVID-19 shots: What we know
Millions of healthy adults and children who are interested in getting an updated COVID-19 shot for extra protection may have to cross several new hurdles to do so.
'Sneakflation': The hidden reason your money doesn't go as far
Finance expert Dan Roccato breaks down ?sneakflation? and shares smart tips to fight back as hidden costs and shrinking products quietly eat into your wallet.
Inflation cools despite looming tariffs ? but can Wall Street trust the data?
New numbers show inflation rose less than expected, but after President Trump ousted the top statistician, questions swirl over the credibility of the data.
Weak jobs growth leaves Trump steaming, declares them "fake"
The July jobs report was not the kind of news the Trump administration wanted as it prepares to ramp up its tariff strategy.
Summer spending stays strong despite trade tensions, experts say
Retail sales may be fluctuating, but experts say deal-hungry consumers are keeping the summer economy surprisingly resilient.
FDA expands warning about rare heart risk with COVID vaccines
The FDA, under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has taken another step to question the safety of Covid-19 vaccines.
Expert weighs in on economic impacts of Iran-Israel war
Many consumers are already worried about the future of the economy, and the conflict between Iran and Israel is adding fuel to the fire.
Chicago tipped workers to be paid more under controversial ordinance
Next week, tipped workers in Chicago are getting a pay raise thanks to a controversial new ordinance.
'Razor blade throat': What to know about COVID's new Nimbus variant
Painful symptoms caused by a new COVID-19 variant has led to a new nickname: “razor blade throat Covid.”
More people co-buy houses with family, friends to split costs
More people, especially millennials and Gen Zers, are pooling their money to buy houses to lower their costs.
Trump tariffs reinstated by appeals court
President Donald Trump’s tariffs are back on. A federal appeals court just reinstated them.
Tariffs expected to make AC repairs even more expensive
With heat coming sooner or later, new tariffs will be making repairs to get some relief even more expensive.



















