Economy
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Inflation likely to spike in coming months after costs appeared to cool in 2026Mar 11, 2026 7:00 am - Inflation likely was elevated last month even before the spike in oil and gas prices of the past two weeks that is expected to send consumer costs soaring in the months ahead.
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‘It’s horrible’: Consumers rocked by gasoline spike as Iran war broadensMar 09, 2026 6:44 pm - Gas prices in the Chicago region surged 50 cents in one week to $3.69 per gallon following U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran that began February 28. The conflict has disrupted oil tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, which handles 20% of the world's oil supply.
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What’s the top issue facing Illinois’ 6th Congressional District? Casten, challengers disagreeMar 08, 2026 4:36 pm - The candidates challenging Democratic U.S. Rep. Sean Casten for Illinois’ 6th Congressional District seat differ with him about the top issue facing constituents.
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Most Democrats in 9th Congressional race cite affordability as top issueMar 07, 2026 4:37 pm - Most of the Democratic candidates for Illinois’ 9th Congressional District seat believe the rising cost of living is the greatest issue facing constituents.
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The US lost a surprising 92,000 jobs last month as the unemployment rate ticked up to 4.4%
Mar 06, 2026 10:52 am - American employers unexpectedly cut 92,000 jobs last month, a sign that the labor market remains under strain. The unemployment rate blipped up to 4.4%.
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Retail sales fall modestly in January as American consumers pull back on spending
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More than 20 states sue over new global tariffs Trump imposed after his stinging Supreme Court loss
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US jobless claims filings unchanged from previous week at 213,000 as layoffs remain low
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Iran attacks threaten US economy with more uncertainty around inflation, growth
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Dow drops 400 after trimming an earlier plunge of 1,200 as oil prices leap even higher