Social Security cost-of-living adjustment expected to rise in 2026
Inflation data from August suggests the social security cost-of-living increase could be even larger in 2026.
Inflation data from August suggests the social security cost-of-living increase could be even larger in 2026.
Philadelphia is no longer the 'poorest big city in the US,' but who took the top spot?
Poverty is down slightly across the U.S., but which city just leap frogged Philadelphia on the list of 'poorest big cities' in America?
Poverty is down slightly across the U.S., but which city just leap frogged Philadelphia on the list of 'poorest big cities' in America?
JPMorgan processed over $1B for Jeffrey Epstein despite internal concerns over sex offender status: report
Bank compliance officials flagged suspicious activity years before Jeffrey Epstein was dropped as a client, according to the report.
Bank compliance officials flagged suspicious activity years before Jeffrey Epstein was dropped as a client, according to the report.
Inflation rose last month amid weakening job market: How will the Fed respond?
Typically, the Fed would cut its key interest rate when unemployment rises, but it would raise rates — or at least keep them unchanged — in the face of rising inflation.
Typically, the Fed would cut its key interest rate when unemployment rises, but it would raise rates — or at least keep them unchanged — in the face of rising inflation.
ATM fees hit record high again; see the worst cities
New data reveals that ATM fees hit a record high in 2025, with this city topping the list.
New data reveals that ATM fees hit a record high in 2025, with this city topping the list.
Meet the world’s richest man (Hint: It’s not Elon Musk)
The world has a new richest person after a stunning stock market surge reshaped the billionaire rankings.
The world has a new richest person after a stunning stock market surge reshaped the billionaire rankings.
New Minnesota Senate committee braces for federal budget blowback
Minnesota senators are forming a first of its kind committee to plan for the local cost of federal budget cuts as the impacts of President Trump’s budget and other economic decisions are slowly coming into focus.
Minnesota senators are forming a first of its kind committee to plan for the local cost of federal budget cuts as the impacts of President Trump’s budget and other economic decisions are slowly coming into focus.
Most Americans believe personal choices keep people in poverty, poll finds
A recent poll reveals that most Americans have differing views on the root cause of homelessness, but most think the government doesn’t spend enough to help those in need.
A recent poll reveals that most Americans have differing views on the root cause of homelessness, but most think the government doesn’t spend enough to help those in need.
These states are the worst at budgeting, survey finds
WalletHub is out with a new report showing the states with the best and worst budgeters.
WalletHub is out with a new report showing the states with the best and worst budgeters.
Americans' support for capitalism drops to new low, poll finds
A recent poll finds that Americans favor small business and free enterprise even though their overall feelings of capitalism has changed compared to past years.
A recent poll finds that Americans favor small business and free enterprise even though their overall feelings of capitalism has changed compared to past years.
Top tips to help lottery winners protect their finances
Experts say those who win the jackpot will need a team of professionals to properly handle their sudden windfall.
Experts say those who win the jackpot will need a team of professionals to properly handle their sudden windfall.
States where unemployment claims are increasing the most
The unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3% last month, according to a new jobs report from the Labor Department.
The unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3% last month, according to a new jobs report from the Labor Department.
Americans fight back against growing 'guilt tipping' pressure at digital checkout screens
Consumers now reluctantly tip $24 monthly compared to previous $450 annual spending on excessive tips.
Consumers now reluctantly tip $24 monthly compared to previous $450 annual spending on excessive tips.
Unemployment up as employers added just 22,000 jobs last month
The unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3% last month, worse than expected and the highest level since 2021.
The unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3% last month, worse than expected and the highest level since 2021.
St. Paul mayor proposes 5.3% tax levy increase in 2026 budget
Saying the state’s capitol city is currently navigating an array of pressures, St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter has proposed a budget for 2026 that would increase taxes on city residents by at least 5.3%.
Saying the state’s capitol city is currently navigating an array of pressures, St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter has proposed a budget for 2026 that would increase taxes on city residents by at least 5.3%.
List of jobs eligible for 'no tax on tips' deduction
The list of occupations unveiled by the Treasuring Department include bartenders, wait staff, musicians, DJs and more.
The list of occupations unveiled by the Treasuring Department include bartenders, wait staff, musicians, DJs and more.
Here's what a $1.4B Powerball jackpot would pay in your state
If you beat the odds and win the $1.4 billion Powerball jackpot Wednesday, the amount of money you get will depend on where you live.
If you beat the odds and win the $1.4 billion Powerball jackpot Wednesday, the amount of money you get will depend on where you live.
Kawhi Leonard scandal: What we know about the alleged $28M ‘no-show job’
A new report alleges Kawhi Leonard made $28 million in a "no-show" job for a fraudulent tree-planting company partially funded by Clippers owner Steve Ballmer. The Clippers have denied the allegations.
A new report alleges Kawhi Leonard made $28 million in a "no-show" job for a fraudulent tree-planting company partially funded by Clippers owner Steve Ballmer. The Clippers have denied the allegations.
Powerball jackpot nears $1 billion: Here's what to do if you win
It's been nearly three months since anyone has won the Powerball, sending its jackpot to a whopping $950 million - the sixth largest in the game's history.
It's been nearly three months since anyone has won the Powerball, sending its jackpot to a whopping $950 million - the sixth largest in the game's history.
Powerball jackpot soars to $815 million for Wednesday; 7th largest ever
No one won the jackpot for the Powerball drawing on Monday, Aug. 25. Here's what comes next.
No one won the jackpot for the Powerball drawing on Monday, Aug. 25. Here's what comes next.