Minnesota PFAS ban: Nonstick pan makers challenge new law
A cookware group is suing the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency over the new law banning PFAS in cookware, claiming it’s unconstitutional.
2024 tax season: When to file, 1099-K reporting other things to know
Here are key dates and important things to know about this year’s tax filing season.
Social Security Fairness Act signed: What to know
President Biden signed Sunday a bill that boosts Social Security for some. Here’s what to know.
$1 million lottery ticket sold in Blaine on New Year’s Eve
One lucky lottery player will have a better chance at accomplishing their goals in 2025 after a winning Mega Millions ticket was sold in Blaine on New Year’s Eve.
CenterPoint Energy customers face interim rate hike, proposed 3.75% increase for 2025
CenterPoint Energy customers will see a rate hike of 2.4% starting on Jan. 1 while state regulators consider a proposed rate increase for 2025.
IRS increases 401(k), other 2025 retirement plan contribution limits
The IRS released its updated contribution limits and adjustments to eligibility thresholds for 401(k) plans, IRAs and other retirement plans to account for inflation.
Xcel Energy proposes nearly 10% increase to 2025 rates
Xcel Energy says it has proposed electricity rate increases of nearly 10% that would begin in 2025 and 2026.
These states are boosting minimum wage in 2025—is yours on the list?
Starting January 1, 2025, nearly half of U.S. states will implement minimum wage increases, benefiting an estimated 9.2 million workers.
Chinese hackers breach US Treasury workstations: Key details to know
Chinese state-sponsored hackers infiltrated the U.S. Treasury Department by exploiting a vulnerability in third-party software provider BeyondTrust, granting them remote access to several workstations and unclassified documents.
Chinese-affiliated hacker breaks into Treasury Department system in 'major incident'
An actor affiliated with the Chinese government recently hacked the U.S. Treasury Department in a "major incident," officials announced on Monday.
Social Security January payment schedule: Here’s when beneficiaries will get their checks
Here is the January Social Security payment schedule for retirement, disability, and survivor beneficiaries, as well as those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
Mom charges family for Christmas dinner and more: 'It's so expensive'
A mother said she's hosting Christmas dinner once again this year – and this time she's charging her family to attend.
Crypto markets surge after Trump's election victory
Bitcoin topped $100,000 for the first time earlier this month.
2021 Recovery Rebate Credit: What it is and who qualifies
Approximately 1 million taxpayers will receive unclaimed rebate payments from the IRS in the coming weeks.
Group behind viral 'Hawk Tuah' star's meme coin hit with lawsuit over crash
The $HAWK coin reached a $490M market cap on the day it launched, only to tank 95% within minutes to below $100M.
Mega Millions jackpot nears $1 billion for Christmas Eve drawing
The seventh-largest Mega Millions jackpot in history is up for grabs in the next drawing.
This is the living wage needed for a family of 4 in Minnesota and Wisconsin
Here's how much money you need to make if you're raising a family of four in the Midwest.
Social Security's full retirement age is increasing in 2025: What to know
The full retirement age for Social Security is set to increase in 2025. Here's what to know.
Data reveals what's more expensive now than 1990 – and what's cheaper
New data from the U.S. Treasury reveals which goods and services have become significantly more expensive — and which ones are cheaper — compared to 1990.
Fed cuts key interest rate by a quarter-point: What does it mean for you?
The Fed announced Wednesday a quarter-point cut to its benchmark rate, from about 4.6% to roughly 4.3%.