Gas prices rise as spring season approaches: AAA

Although demand is down, gas prices are still rising due to an increase in oil prices.

Mortgage lending took a huge dip in Q4, but there's hope for spring housing: report

Mortgage lending dropped to a two-year low in the fourth quarter of 2023, but the spring season could reverse this, according to a recent report by ATTOM.

Fed said interest rates will be reduced this year, just not now

On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve announced that it would maintain the federal funds rate at a range of 5.25% to 5.5%.

MacKenzie Scott doubles planned nonprofit gifts — here's how much she's given away so far

MacKenzie Scott is giving $640 million to more than 360 organizations in response to an application process. The award is more than double the amount that she initially promised.

Fed leaves interest rates unchanged, says three cuts still planned

The decision, which was widely expected, keeps the federal funds rate between a range of 5.25% to 5.5%, a 22-year-high. This will also keep rates for mortgages, loans and credit cards at elevated levels.

Minnesota investing millions to help train people for high-demand jobs

About $20 million in Minnesota state grants will go to schools and training centers as part of an effort to prepare workers to meet the high demand for five fields of employment. 

Still need to pay taxes? Here are some last-minute tips

The tax filing deadline is quickly approaching. The IRS has some last-minute tips to get this year’s taxes done accurately and refunds issued timely.

Minnesota capped loan interest rates but some banks still charge 150%

Loan documents and corporate financial records reviewed by the FOX 9 Investigators show companies are regularly charging triple-digit interest rates. One loan came with a rate of nearly 350%.

Biden doubles down on billionaire tax plan, homebuyer tax credit

President Joe Biden, addressing a crowd in Las Vegas, announced plans to tackle economic inequalities and the housing affordability crisis.

Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donates millions to Minnesota nonprofits

Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott announced on Tuesday that several Minnesota nonprofits would receive millions of dollars in donations.