The ax falls on some city workers after their unions refuse to blink. Rich Samuels has the latest from City Hall.

Dramatic changes in the auto industry have forced some parts makers to look for new ways to grow their businesses. The Nightly Business Report's Diane Eastabrook shows us how one company is going back to its' roots to survive in this economy.

An Oak Park family wants to lift up African American-owned businesses, and they are doing it in a unique way: buying exclusively from these merchants for an entire year. Christian Farr introduces us to this family. Empowerment Experiment Agriculture - Men's Clothing Store Sensual Steps Shoe Salon Farmers Best Chicago

Could the Cubs file for bankruptcy? Reports say it's a possibility. Kris Kridel of the WBBM Noon Business Hour will be here with those details, plus the rest of the week's business news.

Last year's box office hit The Dark Knight filmed some scenes inside Chicago's famed post office. We take a peek inside the landmark building as the post office prepares to auction it off to the highest bidder.

How the inevitable rise in gas prices will change our lives for the better -- that's the tagline of the new book $20 Per Gallon. The book's author, Christopher Steiner, tells us how he thinks higher gas prices could improve society. Read excerpts from $20 Per Gallon

Another historic piece of Chicago is on the market. The Ambassador East and the Pump Room have caught the eye of a flashy developer. Kris Kridel has that story and the other business news of the day.

The Tribune Company has reportedly reached an agreement to sell the Cubs to investor Tom Ricketts for approximately $900 million. Carol Marin and her panel examine what this means for the team this year, and beyond.

ComEd has a new president who has already made history. She discusses her new position, the future of ComEd, and much more. Tips for saving on your electric bill

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At a time when many are worried about their retirement savings, we learn the ins and outs of Roth IRAs and how they can stretch your savings. MSN's Roth IRA Calculator Gwen Cohen

Bernie Madoff was sentenced yesterday to 150 years in prison. We talk to the lawyer representing some of his local victims.

Chicago-based Boeing faces continuing challenges in both military and commercial production. WBBM Newsradio's Kris Kridel has that story, along with the latest business and economic news.

The financial backer of Webio, an Internet sports radio station launched by Mike North, has been charged with operating a Ponzi scheme and is now in custody. Elizabeth Brackett and her panel take a closer look at the web of lies woven by David Hernandez.

As the number of unemployed Americans continues to rise, so does the amount of time they remain unemployed. Is it possible that many jobs will never come back? Eddie Arruza looks at the plight of two area men who were at the top of their professional game and are now in unemployment limbo.

As the recession forces many to cut back on everything -- including meat -- Illinois livestock farmers are feeling the effects of the tough economy. We hear from some local farmers about their plight.