Retirement balances are hitting record highs - and although it might be tempting to tap into that money, experts warn financially squeezed savers to think twice before raiding their accounts. Professional beach volleyball takes over Chicago’s Oak Street Beach this weekend for the 2026 AVP League Championships, and Tesla prepares to reveal its latest vision for fully driverless transportation.

The cost of buying a new car has become prohibitive for many people—making used vehicles an attractive alternative, Chicago’s craft beer boom is losing its fizz, and some experts say the job market is dead—and it’s not coming back.

Some experts say the job market is dead - and it’s not coming back. Rick Cobb, founder of the Chicago workplace consulting firm 2-Discern, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with the details.

Starting early when saving for a kid’s education is key, a look at how some travel influencers stretch the truth, and what’s behind the explosion of sports tourism as fans turn away games, fantasy drafts and major events into full-scale destination weekends.

Sports tourism is exploding - as fans turn "Away-Games" - fantasy drafts - and major events into full-scale destination weekends.

Angie Rice, Co-Founder of Boutique Travel Advisors based in Scottsdale, Arizona joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to discuss.

From kindergarten drop-off to college move-in day - it happens much faster than most parents expect - and having a plan to pay for it all is key. Sandi Bragar - Chief Client Officer and Partner at Aspiriant in San Francisco joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with the details.

A preview of the busy week ahead on Wall Street, how some friendships can put pressure on your finances, and planning your own farewell could spare your family stress when it matters most.

Chicago home prices have risen faster over the past year than in any other major U.S. city, hundreds of classic cars roll into Berwyn for a Route 66 centennial celebration, and Michigan Avenue’s newest attraction turns quick thinking into a full-body sport.

Shares of Nvidia rally after another blockbuster quarter reassured investors that the artificial-intelligence boom remains intact; new moms face a difficult choice between career momentum and precious time with their babies; and everyday accessories are becoming powerful tools for tracking health and wellness.

Facebook parent Meta settles a landmark social media addiction case; why every household should conduct a financial fire drill; and ’tis the season for apple, cinnamon and pumpkin flavors - but waiting for sweater weather could mean you’re already too late.