Economics at abc7chicago.com

add

A new report by the U.S. Surgeon General found a number of health disparities when it comes to tobacco consumption.

Immigration advocacy groups and Democratic leaders are seeking to disrupt President-elect Donald Trump's plan to deport millions of undocumented immigrants by pre-drafting lawsuits that could be filed as soon as he takes office.

FEMA is extending its application deadline for people impacted by storms in July.

President-elect Donald Trump's announcement Monday he would declare a national emergency to carry out his campaign promise of mass deportations of migrants living in the U.S. without legal permission is raising alarm bells in Illinois.

If you're planning on traveling for Thanksgiving, you will be sharing the roads and skies with 80 million of your closest friends.

One of President-elect Donald Trump's first moves after winning another four years in the White House was to make a demand for "recess appointments."

The Walt Disney Company is celebrating the season of giving by supporting the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve's Toys for Tots Program.

Best Black Friday mattress deals for a more comfortable night's rest.

This week, Sam Champion and Dani Beckstrom are rounding up the best holiday gifts for everyone on your list, with savings up to 70% off.

The airline filed in U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York, saying in an accompanying press release that it sought to restructure and reduce its debt.

The House has passed legislation that would provide full Social Security benefits to millions of people.

Join Sam Champion and Dani Beckstrom who are rounding up the best gifts for everyone in our Secret Sales holiday special - with 106 exclusive deals.

Some people in the Chicago area are concerned about the proposed reproductive rights and immigration policies from President-elect Donald Trump. Local leaders held a special community meeting Saturday to discuss those concerns and possible…

Dealing with runaway credit card debt? You're not alone. Here's a quick tip on how to escape it.

On Election Day 2024, Rudy Giuliani cannot escape the consequences of his defamation of two Georgia poll workers in the aftermath of Election Day 2020.

Shop the best Black Friday TV deals now and upgrade the tech in your living room or bedroom.

Looking for last-minute gift ideas? Shop the best digital gift cards for everyone on your list.

The Cybertruck recall is over a faulty part that could cause the vehicle to lose power, impacting the wheels.

President-elect Donald Trump announced Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services and Rep. Matt Gaetz as his his attorney general.

The Disney CEO was given the title of Chevalier de la Légion d'honneur, which is France's highest civilian award.

As President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for the Secretary of Defense, Hegseth, 44, would command the country's more than a million active duty soldiers.

Toro Chicago is a new restaurant in town. Celebrity chef Richard Sandoval is the creative mind behind the Pan-Latin cuisine eatery.

Shares of Spirit Airlines plunged Wednesday after the budget airline said that it won't announce quarterly financial results on time while it continues talks with bond holders to restructure its debt.

The countdown to Thanksgiving and Christmas is on, and the Chicago Loop Alliance has created "Holidays in the Loop."

Matt Gaetz is an explosive selection by Donald Trump to be the chief law enforcement officer of the federal government, leading the very same executive branch of government that spent years investigating allegations regarding the Florida…

Biden spoke first and called for a smooth transition. Trump then said politics is tough but the transition will be smooth.

Shop the best Black Friday deals under $100 on tech, home goods and beauty essentials.

Senate Republicans on Wednesday elected John Thune to be the next Republican leader to succeed Mitch McConnell in a position he's held for 17 years.

Dave Coulier, an actor who found fame as Uncle Joey on "Full House," said he has been diagnosed with stage 3 non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

The latest update offered a look at price increases little more than a week after the issue appeared to help former President Donald Trump win re-election. The data snapped a streak of six consecutive months of cooling inflation.