The BBB has identified the top reported scams to look out for in 2026 and discovered the volume of scam reports doubled over last year. Kayla Palmore with the Better Business Bureau’s Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio reports.

Time Out Market Chicago has announced that its final day of operations will be January 23rd.

CEO Michael Marlay says the food, beverage and events hall in Fulton Market is closing due to inconsistent foot traffic and increasing operating costs.

Time Out Chicago opened in 2019 and is a showcase for nearly 20 eateries and bars serving a diverse collection of cuisines and drinks.

Illinois Rep. Robin Kelly formally introduced articles of impeachment against US Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem. She said she has the backing of 70 members of Congress.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Chicago mayor Brandon Johnson's response to plans by President Trump to cut off federal funding for "sanctuary" cities, starting February 1.

Armon A. Hill of Merrillville used a legitimate but inactive corporation to get 840-thousand-dollars in Covid relief funds, according to federal prosecutors.

The POST TRIBUNE reports Hill used some of the money for trips to France and Dubai and shopping sprees to Gucci and Neiman Marcus.

Prosecutors say Hill pleaded guilty to fraud, and on Tuesday was sentenced to 30 months in prison.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz updates the status of negotiations over a potential new home for the Chicago Bears.

Manuel Rojas and his mother Grace Rojas are the owners of Foam Party Hats, which makes the iconic cheese grater hats Bears fans and players have been seen wearing during games against the Packers.

A suburban bakery is getting ready to move out of the space where it has served customers since 1959.

Debbie Milks’ parents and grandparents opened Jarosh Bakery at the corner of Arlington Heights and Higgins Roads in Elk Grove and she remains a manager.