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Among Chicago's black voters, disenchantment grows with Mayor Emanuel

Rahm Emanuel won election as mayor of Chicago three years ago in part because of his strength in the African-American community, but enough black voters have since soured on him that a black labor leader is emerging as a potential rival in the city's February election.

Personal Finance

Chicago church gives congregants $500 each to spend for good

Churchgoers grumble that they always get hit with pleas for money. But congregants at a Chicago church this month got a surprise - they each received a check for $500, with instructions to go out and do something good with it.

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Big Changes for US Workers: Overtime Pay, Non-Compete Restrictions Explained

This week, the federal government took two steps that could have far-reaching effects for millions of American workers.

Luxury Home Boom Could Leave Regular Buyers Out in the Cold

Rich buyers are buying more and more costly properties with cash, which is driving up prices for the priciest residences in the country.

Costco's Gold Bars Part II: From Africa to the Alps to You

So where exactly does that shiny new "999.9 fine gold minted" bar from Costco come from? Under that "Essayeur Fondeur" Swiss authenticity stamp lies a long, bloody trail of death and tears.

Is the IRS Watching You? Red Flags That Could Trigger a Tax Audit

When the IRS decides to examine a taxpayer's accounts and financial data to make sure they have complied with all tax regulations and declared all necessary income, this is known as an audit.

Creative Ways to Pay Down Credit Card Debt and Boost Savings

The state of the economy has grown more difficult for many people and households these days. It's gotten harder to manage personal finances because of the higher-than-expected inflation and the high-rate environment that was intended to moderate it.

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Elon Musk's Promise of Affordable EVs Sends Tesla Shares Skyrocketing

Following CEO Elon Musk's announcement that the electric car business intends to start producing new, reasonably priced EV models by early 2025, Tesla shares finished up 12% on Wednesday.

Solana (SOL) Eyes Breakout: Is a Price Surge Coming?

Solana (SOL) is about to see a significant price breakout. Bluntz, a well-known analyst who was successful in correctly predicting the bottom of the cryptocurrency market during the 2018 bear market, claims this.

Mortgage Application Denied: What to Do Next and Boost Your Chances

The ideal of becoming a homeowner has grown more elusive for many prospective homeowners in recent years. The cost of buying a house has increased dramatically due to a combination of skyrocketing real estate prices and rising mortgage rates, pushing budgets to the breaking point.

Short on Cash? A Guide to Using Earn-Wage Apps Safely and Affordably

Several businesses provide a lending service known as Earned Wage Access, including EarnIn. In order to help workers meet their daily necessities and pay their obligations, the applications provide tiny, short-term loans to them between paychecks.

Stand Out or Sit Down: Founders' Top Tips for New Entrepreneurs

In today's fast-paced startup ecosystem, understanding what makes a successful entrepreneur is gold dust. According to a recent CNBC-SurveyMonkey poll, young adults increasingly view entrepreneurship as a career path and a crucial pillar of their financial security.

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