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Illinois is implementing a back-to-school sales tax holiday from Aug. 7 to Aug. 16, reducing the sales tax on qualifying school supplies and clothing for children and teens. Eligible items include school supplies like notebooks and backpacks, as well as clothing and shoes under $125, but exclude electronics and sports gear.

Illinois' annual Back-To-School tax holiday begins on August 7, allowing families to save money on clothing and school supplies by avoiding sales tax.

Tennessee’s sales tax holiday is drawing large crowds to Tanger Outlets as families shop for back-to-school items. The holiday, which lasts through Sunday, exempts sales tax on clothing under $100, school supplies under $100, and computers/tablets under $1,500, with retailers offering additional discounts.

Tennessee’s annual sales tax holiday is underway, allowing tax-free purchases of clothing, school supplies, and computers. The event aims to help families save money before the start of the school year.

A new study ranks cities in the U.S. based on the percentage of income spent on basic clothing, highlighting the least affordable locations. The analysis focuses on how much Americans pay for clothing relative to their income.

Tennessee’s back-to-school tax-free weekend is scheduled for July 31 through August 2, allowing tax-exempt purchases of clothing, school supplies, and computers under specific price limits. The Tennessee Department of Revenue outlines exemptions for items costing $100 or less per piece for clothing and school supplies, and $1,500 or less for personal-use computers.

The article provides a comprehensive 2-week international trip packing list that includes clothing, documents, electronics, and toiletries to prevent overpacking or forgetting essentials.

The Douglas County Sheriff is seeking a suspect linked to 12 vehicle break-ins. The suspect stole power tools, clothing, and other items during the incidents.

Florida’s monthlong back-to-school sales tax holiday began on Monday and ends Aug. 20, allowing tax-free purchases of items like electronics under $1,500, clothing and accessories under $100, and school supplies under $50. The exemption applies to in-store and online purchases.

Experts recommend waiting until after Labor Day for sales, and the State of Illinois will reduce sales tax on select clothing and school supplies from August 7 to 16.

Virginia's 3-day sales tax holiday is scheduled for August 7-9, 2026, allowing tax-free purchases of school supplies, clothing, hurricane and emergency preparedness items, and Energy Star™ and WaterSense™ products. The event aims to help residents save money on essential items.

Tennessee’s 2026 tax-free weekend will run from July 31 to August 2, allowing tax-free purchases of certain items like clothing under $100, school supplies under $100, and computers under $1,500. Restrictions include items for business use and online purchases requiring tax compliance.

Brazilian retailers report an online betting boom is diverting funds from clothing and supermarket purchases. A retail-sector study found most online bettors experience income strain, leading to reduced spending on essentials like clothes and groceries.

Amazon's updated search bar now displays AI-generated images of clothing and home goods, allowing users to tap on images to search for similar items. The feature aims to help users describe products they can't remember specific terms for, such as 'draped collar' versus 'cowl neck.'

Americans spent a record $24 billion on Father’s Day in 2025, with the average shopper spending $199 on items like greeting cards, clothing, and gift cards. Despite the spending, many dads receive traditional gifts like ties, which often go unused.

American consumers are reducing spending on goods with significant price increases, with declines in clothing (-7%), furniture (-5%), and sports equipment (-6%) from December to February. The Bureau of Economic Analysis reports this trend, while Wall Street Journal reporter Rachel Wolfe attributes recent inflation to companies passing costs to customers rather than consumer demand.

Jeremy Clarkson is expanding his business ventures by applying for trademarks for biscuits, beer, and clothing related to his Diddly Squat farm. This move indicates a strategic effort to diversify his product offerings and capitalize on his brand's popularity.