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Wall Street scrambles back from a big morning loss as Nvidia and bitcoin swing

By STAN CHOE
Nov 14, 2025 4:45 pm - An early swoon shook the U.S. stock market on Friday, as Nvidia, bitcoin, gold and other high flyers swung on an increasingly antsy Wall Street, but it quickly calmed.
Cash App’s Moneybot might know your spending habits better than you do

By KEN SWEET
Nov 14, 2025 4:31 pm - Imagine if your bank could move money for you with only the slightest of digital nods for your approval. Or that could tell you that you’re overspending but more importantly know how to address that overspending and put you on better financial footing.That’s what you’ll get with Moneybot, a new financial services chatbot shown off this week by Cash App that will be slowly introduced into its banking app this winter.
50-year mortgage proposal has one notable benefit but a number of drawbacks

By KEN SWEET
Nov 14, 2025 4:05 pm - The White House says it is considering backing a 50-year mortgage to help alleviate the home affordability crisis in the country. But the announcement drew immediate criticism from policymakers, social media and economists, who said a 50-year mortgage would do little to resolve other core problems in the housing market, such as a lack of supply and high interest rates.
‘Not a big burden’: Parking fee on summer concert nights at Independence Grove to double to $20

By Mick Zawislak
Nov 14, 2025 2:44 pm - The parking fee on summer concert days at Independence Grove Forest Preserve near Libertyville will double next season to $20 per vehicle.
Geneva’s All Chocolate Kitchen gets new owner, new name after proprietors retire

By Brenda Schory
Nov 14, 2025 2:36 pm - For 15 years, Alain Roby’s All Chocolate Kitchen in downtown Geneva served up a lot of interest along with gelato, coffee, pastries, sugar sculptures, life-sized chocolate sculptures and — of course — chocolate.
BBB of Chicago and Northern Illinois announces 2025 Torch Awards winners

Daily Herald report
Nov 14, 2025 2:15 pm - The Better Business Bureau recently announced the 2025 winners of the BBB Torch Awards for Ethics and Excellence, recognized as one of the most prestigious accolades for brand and reputation-building.
Paving paradise?: Historic Barrington neighborhood opposes District 220’s plan to buy land for parking

By Steve Zalusky
Nov 14, 2025 1:15 pm - A Barrington neighborhood with a rich history is gathering petitions to stop Barrington Area Unit District 220’s plans to buy four properties to provide parking for its new auditorium.
Cook County launches Housing Market Tracker

Daily Herald report
Nov 14, 2025 7:17 am - The Cook County Assessor’s Office has launched its new Housing Market Tracker, a first-of-its-kind interactive map that shows real estate trends and individual sales in the county.
Country House in Geneva closes

By Rick West
Nov 13, 2025 6:55 pm - After more than 30 years in Geneva, Country House restaurant has closed.
$3.5 million stormwater improvement project in Wauconda nears finish

By Mick Zawislak
Nov 13, 2025 6:54 pm - A $3.5 million project to create proper drainage for Bangs Lake in Wauconda and reduce flooding to neighborhood homes and streets is winding down and nearly complete.

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