It's a great time of year to take a trip, customers of DirecTV are missing the Mouse and a Chicago market is poised for a comeback.

Also in the news: Metra ridership was down during DNC; Foxtrot stores to reopen; Ravinia Brewing Company to pay Ravinia Festival over lawsuit and more.

Also in the news: Road construction will close lanes on DuSable Lake Shore Drive; Chicago Starbucks temporarily closes after bullets hit store; Navy Pier free performing arts festival is coming this month and more.

We'll look at how to best help elderly parents with their finances, there's less pain at the gas pump this Labor Day weekend and we'll introduce you to the owner of a popular Chicago comic book shop that's been in business for 36 years.

Also in the news: Two women charged for stealing more than $1,100 worth of merchandise from Ulta; Cat and dog looking for a loving home; Illness affecting Indiana deer population and more.

Also in the news: Three wounded after argument leads to shooting on South Side; Bike the Drive will take place Sunday; Boaters reminded to stay safe over the weekend and more.

Also in the news: As Chicago braces for near-$1B shortfall, Johnson warns of 'difficult decisions' ahead; NASCAR Street Race to return to Chicago next year; Former Chicago Police Officer James Crowley has died and more.

Sports Collectibles remain hot, making sure your family memories don't simply fade away and taking a pass on college could be a smart move.

Also in the news: Gas station robbery turned deadly after victim fought back; Game Stop stores going back to cartridges and joysticks; Two teenagers hospitalized after being shot in Joliet and more.

In other news: A Northwestern cheerleader is dropping a lawsuit she filed against the university; The Chicago Fire Department has added the badge of fallen firefighter to its Memorial Wall; and Members of the Association of Flight Attendants say they've voted to authorize a strike against United Airlines.