IRS stimulus check eligibility: What it is and who qualifies

About 1 million people are eligible for an IRS stimulus check that dates back to 2021. Here’s what to know.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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.