Hassett reveals Trump housing plan would let Americans tap 401(k)s for down payments
White House Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett teased a new way Americans may tap their 401(k)s to make a down payment on a house.
New IRS tax deductions: Why your paycheck could be higher
Are you seeing a different amount than you were expecting in your first paycheck of 2026? Here’s a look at the new IRS tax deductions.
Ads coming to ChatGPT for some US users
OpenAI said Friday that it would start rolling out ads in ChatGPT to some U.S. users.
Stimulus payment January 2026, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check
Rumors about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends swirled throughout 2025, and they’re continuing to circulate as we head into 2026. But is there any truth to them?
Customers impacted by Verizon outage to get $20 credit: How to redeem
Verizon says it’s giving $20 credits to customers who were impacted by a widespread service outage, but you have to accept the credit for it to be applied.
Time Out Market Chicago to close next week, leaving only one U.S. location
Time Out Market Chicago will shut its doors on January 23, with company leaders citing inconsistent foot traffic and rising costs as key reasons for the closure. The Fulton Market food hall has been home to more than a dozen vendors since 2019, and its closing comes as restaurants across Chicago continue to feel the impact of inflation and hybrid work schedules.
Illinois sees fewer in-person sports bets since start of new tax, data shows
The number of legal in-person sports bets across Illinois has decreased since the implementation of a new state tax.
President Trump wants to cap credit card interest at 10%: the pros & cons for borrowers
The president's proposal could help consumers save billions of dollars and pay off debt faster. But financial experts say it could also make it harder for consumers with lower credit scores to get credit cards.
Time Out Market to close later this month in Fulton Market
Time Out Market Chicago will close later this month in the Fulton Market District, the company announced Wednesday.
Tax season is almost here: What’s changed and how to get organized before you file
Outlook Financial Center CEO Rob Burnette breaks down key tax changes this year, how life and income shifts from 2025 could affect your return, and common filing mistakes that can lead to penalties.
Meta cuts over 1,000 jobs in major metaverse retreat
Meta is cutting over 1,000 jobs, shifting its investment from Metaverse to wearable technology.
Chicago Bears officials, NFL commissioner visit potential new stadium sites: source
Top Bears and NFL officials were spotted touring potential new stadium sites over the weekend amid the team's playoff push.
BBB LipoMax warning: AI videos helping promote weight loss products
The BBB is issuing a warning that troubling deep-fake videos are circulating social media to help promote weight loss products. One includes Oprah promoting the “pink salt trick.”
Student loan borrowers in default warned of wage garnishment as federal notices go out
Federal officials are notifying student loan borrowers who have missed payments for at least nine months that wage garnishment could begin, as an Illinois Student Assistance Commission expert explains how to avoid default and explore repayment options.
McDonald's bets on giant burgers, secret menus and nostalgia, with US rollout still uncertain
McDonald's is betting on bigger burgers, viral menu hacks and nostalgia to drive traffic in 2026, according to reports.
GameStop shutters more stores as retail apocalypse continues
GameStop, the former brick-and-mortar video game giant and meme stock, is continuing to close stores as it grapples with declining sales and the industry’s shift toward digital gaming.
Trump wants credit card interest capped
President Trump says he wants a one-year, 10% cap on credit card interest rates.
Treasury confirms rollout of car loan tax break for US-assembled cars
The tax break allows up to $10,000 for an annual deduction on car loan interest.
This is America's most iconic company, according to nationwide survey
This organization topped Apple, Coca-Cola and Amazon in a recent survey.
Credit scores are down in all 50 states: Here's where they dropped the most
Credit scores have dropped in all 50 states over the past year.