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Fight for $15 debate

Business & Lifestyle

OP-ED: Two wrongs don’t make a right in ‘Fight for $15’ debate

The "Fight for $15" an hour is back in Illinois, although it's not likely to be much of a fight and this time there's a bit of a twist. Democratic Gov.-elect J.B. Pritzker is telling anyone who will listen that he wants to gradually raise the state's minimum wage to $15 an hour starting in the first six months of his term that begins in January. Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner vetoed the last legislative attempt to gradually raise the state's […]

todayDecember 13, 2018 56

tech devices gadgets

Business & Lifestyle

Tech devices and gadgets to look out for in 2019

For the first time ever, the world saw more than 4 billion people log onto the Internet in 2018. Now that more than half of all human beings are online, technology innovations are bound to explode in 2019. Devices such as laptops and smartphones, which hardly existed just a decade ago, are now seemingly impossible to live without. Similarly, products which we have seen emerging in the last couple of years are expected to become part of the furniture in 2019. The […]

todayDecember 12, 2018 44

Automotive News

Seven car insurance tips that will change your way of life

Any car owner would know the light stress that car insurance instigates. Sure, not getting one would be a very foolish idea, but it does come at a price. Car insurance is one reason that people pay a little extra every month and choosing one or even dealing with their employees in the event of an accident is a big headache. But for those curious enough, there are certain ways one can maximize their policies or even get a cheaper […]

todayDecember 11, 2018 19

Business & Lifestyle

Crypto hedge fund ponies up for bet that crypto will perform better in markets

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (Heartland Newsfeed) -- A North Carolina hedge fund manager is putting forth a huge wager that the crypto market will outperform the S&P 500 by the end of the decade. Morgan Creek, based in Chapel Hill, recently put forth a $1 million wager as an invitation to skeptical investors who believe it will not outperform the Standard & Poors index to put their money where their mouth is, according to a CNBC report. The firm operates the Digital […]

todayDecember 9, 2018 52

cybersecurity small business

Business & Lifestyle

New materials on cybersecurity for small business

If you own a small business, you know it’s critical to protect your business from cyber threats. Today, the FTC launched new cybersecurity resources for small businesses – you’ll find them at FTC.gov/SmallBusiness. What better time to check out these new resources than now – it’s National Cybersecurity Awareness Month and this week’s theme is cybersecurity at work. This new national cybersecurity education campaign grew out of discussions we had last year with small business owners across the country about […]

todayDecember 2, 2018 16

Nexstar Tribune Media WGN America

Business & Lifestyle

Sources: Nexstar acquires Tribune Media in $4.1 billion deal

IRVING, Tex./CHICAGO (Heartland Newsfeed) -- Chicago-based Tribune Media Company has reached an agreement Sunday with Irving, Tex.-based Nexstar Media Group Inc. in an acquisition costing roughly $4.1 billion, according to sources knowledgeable of the matter. This deal and merger between the two companies will create the largest regional U.S. TV station operator. Tribune Media owns 45 television stations including flagship station WGN and cable network WGN America, 11 digital assets under the Tribune Entertainment banner and the WGN radio station […]

todayDecember 2, 2018 33

Germany German cuisine

Columnists

German cuisine: a treat for travelers

Eating in Germany is a big part of the fun of traveling there. Ingredients are wonderful (especially if you eat with the season), traditions are prized, "modern German cuisine" is giving old dishes tasty and entertaining new twists, and small, creative foodie places are thriving in every city. And here's even more good news: Eating well in Germany is an amazing value — cheaper than in France, Britain, Italy, or Scandinavia. Get ready for surprises on the menu. Even in […]

todayDecember 2, 2018 27

PNC Bank

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Have you contacted PNC Bank yet? I keep getting calls from them.

Question: Dear Steve, Getting calls from PNC Bank every day. I am a member with you. Have you contacted PNC Bank to tell them we are with you now? I have quit answering my phone because I get so many calls. I am really tired of it. Charles and Bonnie Answer: Dear Charles and Bonnie, I have no clue what you are talking about. I don’t have clients or any sort of membership associated with the GetOutOfDebt.org website or myself. […]

todayNovember 30, 2018 23

Bath

Columnists

Bath’s easy urban delights

England's best city within two hours of London is beautiful, historic Bath. The city is popular and expensive, but it's a joy to visit. And rather than deal with London's intensity right off the bat, I like to take the train from the airport to London's Paddington Station and then hop on a connection to this more relaxed and elegant example of urban England. Bath was a joy even in ancient Roman times, when patricians soaked in the city's mineral […]

todayNovember 30, 2018 34

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