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More shoppers are using ‘buy now, pay later’ plans heading into Black Friday and the holiday season, as the ability to spread out payments looks attractive at a time when Americans still feel the lingering effect of inflation and already have record-high credit card debt. Experts say the short-term loans can lead consumers to overextend themselves and warn that those...

Ahead of the holiday season, the Illinois Public Interest Research Group has issued its annual “Trouble in Toyland” report, this year highlighting the dangers of some inexpensive imported toys that could pose a safety risk. NBC Chicago’s Charlie Wojciechowski reports.

Get ready to dive into a world of magical merch inspired by “Wicked.” Bloomingdale’s cuddly Wicked Bears support a great cause, Bombas socks sparkle with a hint of magic, and makeup erasers are both sustainable and effective.

Here’s a list of what stores will be open and closed on Nov. 28, 2024.

Neiman Marcus has released the 2024 Fantasy Gifts. With price points between $1.9 million and $20,000.

With Halloween later this week, retail giant Macy’s is already preparing their extravagant festive appearance ahead of the holiday shopping season. NBC Chicago’s Lexi Sutter reports.

Chicago beauty blogger Jessica Erbach breaks down the must-have makeup and skincare tips for fall and winter.

Though Toys “R” Us operates at several Macy’s stores across the Chicago area, the beloved toy store will open its first standalone store in the region this weekend at Harlem Irving Plaza in suburban Norridge.

After a few holiday seasons of solely existing inside Macy’s store, iconic toy brand Toys “R” Us is reopening standalone brick-and-mortar stores once again, with a suburban Chicago mall garnering one of the first locations.

The Midwest’s first-ever physical Google retail store will soon open at a popular suburban Chicago mall, according to a press release.

The holiday shopping season is right around the corner, and children of the ’80s and ’90s in the Chicago area will get the opportunity to relive some memories as an iconic toy chain is opening their first standalone store at a suburban mall.

The rumors are true: Toys “R” Us, the iconic toy store of the 1990s, is reopening stores including one at a popular suburban Chicago mall.

Though Toys “R” Us operates at several Macy’s stores across the Chicago area, the beloved toy store will open its first standalone store in the region this weekend at Harlem Irving Plaza in suburban Norridge.

Buying online is quick, but returning can be a hassle. Now, many retailers are updating their return policies to change that.

Americans tend to overspend during the holiday shopping season and this year will be no different, experts say.

A Chicago-area family with multiple members already working for Mariano’s is about to add to their presence within the local grocery store chain.

Though temperatures are still relatively warm, the days are getting shorter and the holidays are getting closer, with Christmas shopping already underway for many.

The new store will be approximately 23,000 square feet in size, the spokesperson said, and will sell returned items along with discounted items in good condition “across a variety of product categories”

Items seen in Christmas windows on State Street from the defunct Marshall Field’s are up for auction on Chicago’s South Side. NBC Chicago’s Regina Waldroup reports.

Online shopping discounts reach their peak on Fridays, a recent report found. Here’s how to make the most of the deals while avoiding the pitfalls of “spaving.”