As SNAP benefits are reduced or delayed amid the ongoing government shutdown, hunger relief donations are surging. Retro travel is booming as Americans rediscover vintage motels, diners, and classic road trips - while the end of penny production is leaving some retailers feeling shortchanged.

Route 66 turns 100 next year - and nostalgia travel is booming as Boomers and Gen Xers rediscover classic road trips, retro diners, and neon-lit motels. Cindy Richards, Editor-in-Chief of SheBuysTravel.com here in Chicago, joins Rob Hart on the Noon Business Hour to discuss...

New data shows Americans now spend more than $100 a week on work lunches - turning everyday meals into a costly luxury amid rising prices. Ed Gjertsen, Certified Financial Planner and Founder of Engage Wealth Group in Chicago, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to discuss.

New data shows Americans now spend more than $100 a week on work lunches - turning everyday meals into a costly luxury amid rising prices. Ed Gjertsen, Certified Financial Planner and Founder of Engage Wealth Group in Chicago, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to discuss.

Illinois lawmakers worked overnight in Springfield to finalize a $1.5 billion transit bailout. More people are choosing to go the restaurant route for Thanksgiving, and a holiday decorating business - born in the trunk of a car - is now lighting up the season.

You can skip the cooking chaos this Thanksgiving and dine out instead. More people are trading turkey for Italian or Chinese favorites to avoid the hassle and cleanup. Izzy Kharasch - President of Hospitality Works and “The Restaurant Coach” here in Chicago - joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to discuss.

Presidents Trump and Xi strike a trade truce, new airline routes are reshaping travel habits - turning once-overlooked destinations into the next big getaways - and shopping is undergoing a major, tech-driven transformation.

Shopping is transforming faster than shelves can restock. From smart carts to AI fashion advisors, the way we browse, buy, and return is being re-engineered by data. R-J Hottovy, Head of Analytical Research at Palo Alto–based foot traffic analysis firm Placer.AI, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to discuss.

The Federal Reserve is set to cut interest rates. In this season of haunted houses, we’ll discuss strategies for selling one - and how to handle the double whammy of raising kids while caring for aging parents.

You don’t need ghosts to scare off buyers - sometimes a home’s history is spooky enough. Dru Wischhover, Founder and Owner of Inspired Title Group here in Chicago joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to discuss.

Winter’s on the way - plan your ski getaway now to lock in the best reservations and deals. From table service to takeout, see how delivery has transformed dining forever. And more grandparents are hitting the road with their grandkids, embracing the growing trend of “skip-gen” vacations.

The time to plan your winter ski vacation is now - especially if you’re considering an Epic or Ikon ski pass. Angie Rice, Co-Founder of Boutique Travel Advisors in Scottsdale, Arizona, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to discuss.

Flight delays across the U.S. are expected to worsen as air traffic controller shortages deepen amid the ongoing government shutdown. Joe Schwieterman, Professor of Public Services and Director of the Chaddick Institute at DePaul University here in Chicago, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to discuss.

A preview of the busy week ahead on Wall Street, major flight delays nationwide amid ongoing staffing shortages from the government shutdown, and a visit with our Monday afternoon stock picker.

A love for Halloween that grew from online fandom to a full-fledged haunted house. Americans are reaching their tipping point — literally — as frustration grows over constant tip prompts and added fees. And Evanston’s Hewn Bakery has risen from a neighborhood favorite to a North Shore staple, now with locations in Libertyville and Winnetka.

The government shutdown is nearing a breaking point - stalled paychecks, frozen benefits, and missing data are leaving the Fed flying blind as economic risks escalate. The FBI announces NBA arrests tied to a Mafia-linked gambling probe, and taking charge of your online legacy — managing your digital life before it outlives you...

Your online data could outlive you. Without a plan, your digital ghost may wander forever through servers, websites, and the cloud. Jennifer Jolly, Tech Life Columnist for USA Today and Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Techish.com in Seattle, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to discuss...

Monday’s internet outage may be a warning sign of just how interconnected everything has become - where one glitch could freeze hospitals, banks, and transportation, effectively shutting down society as we know it. Paul Hochman, president of Humongous Media and former tech editor for The Today Show, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to discuss.

Monday’s internet outage may be a warning sign of just how interconnected everything has become - where one glitch could freeze hospitals, banks, and transportation, effectively shutting down society as we know it. Paul Hochman, president of Humongous Media and former tech editor for The Today Show, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to discuss.

New data shows parents are now bankrolling their adult kids in a big way, raising concerns about long-term financial stability. Giordano’s, known for its iconic deep dish, is adding a new pizza style to its menu, and we’re exploring U.S. getaways that deliver the feel of an international vacation.