$44.5 million in federal funding going toward rural communities to improve higher education access
Due to fewer students in rural communities attending college, the Biden-Harris administration plans to send $44.5 million in funding to 22 rural institutions.
Seniors say 2024 Social Security payment increase not enough to keep up with inflation: survey
As seniors deal with rising inflation, some consider rejoining the workforce to deal with rising costs.
Millions of businesses eligible for $5.5B Visa Mastercard antitrust fee settlement
If your business accepted Visa and/or Mastercard credit or debit cards over a period of time, you could be eligible for part of a $5.54 billion class-action settlement.
Electric vehicle road trip test
After plugging in for more than 800 miles in an electric vehicle, FOX Business Correspondent Jeff Flock discovered you have to do your homework before your big drive.
What job growth means for the economy
Employers added more jobs than expected in December ending a year that defies predictions. Despite signs of a resilient economy, FOX 26's Business Reporter Tom Zizka says there may be some trouble behind the headline.
U.S. employers added 216,000 in December and wage growth solid too
December's job growth was seen across several industries, including government, health care, social assistance and construction jobs, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Gas prices dip as holiday season ends: AAA
The national average for a gallon of gas edged down slightly this week. Pump prices have declined due to weak gas demand and an uptick in supply.
New Taco Bell kits let you make Crunchwrap Supremes at home
Taco Bell calls the Crunchwrap Supreme “perhaps the most iconic menu item in Taco Bell’s history.” Now, you can make the fast food version at home.
Best Buy ending DVD, Blu-ray sales
Best Buy will be phasing out all sales of DVDs and Blu-ray starting in 2024 to make room for more advanced gadgets.
Lululemon founder Chip Wilson slams company's 'whole diversity and inclusion thing'
“You’ve got to be clear that you don’t want certain customers coming in,” former CEO Chip Wilson told Forbes.
Chick-fil-A prices surge in recent years, report says
A new report says Chick-fil-A prices have increased 21% in the last two years. Analysts explain the reasonings behind the price hikes and what is expected to come.
TGI Fridays closing dozens of underperforming restaurants nationwide
TGI Fridays is set to undergo a significant transformation, including the closure of dozens of underperforming stores nationwide and the sale of eight corporate-owned restaurants in the Northeast.
Homeowners insurance rates on the rise, mainly due to increase in natural disasters
Homeowners insurance rates on the rise across the country, with climate change being a contributing factor.
US beer sales dip to lowest level in 24 years – and Bud Light fallout wasn't the only factor
It was a tough year for beer in America with other big brands also driving sales declines. Here are some of the factors beyond Bud Light’s controversy that have impacted the industry.
Here's how you can make your 2024 financial goals a reality
Higher living costs are why Americans think it will be more challenging to meet financial goals next year, but many are taking steps to make sure they don't miss the mark, a recent survey said.
These are the 5 states with the highest and lowest student loan debt balances
The most populated states in the country tend to have the highest student loan balances, while the least populated tend to have the lowest balances.
X now worth 71% less than when Elon Musk bought it, Fidelity estimates
Fidelity was part of the investment group that helped Elon Musk take over Twitter in late 2022.
SmileDirectClub ends operations, halts treatments after filing bankruptcy
SmileDirectClub filed for bankruptcy protection while reporting nearly $900 million in debt. The company is shutting down its operations after being unable to secure funding to keep it afloat, leaving customers with many questions and very few answers.
UK vinyl sales hit highest level since 1990, thanks to Taylor Swift, others
Vinyl sales surged in 2023, thanks to releases from artists like Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, Lana Del Rey, and more.
Student loan borrowers struggle to keep up with monthly payments: study
Student loans have become a burden for many borrowers, post-pandemic. Sixty percent of federal loan borrowers who had payments due in October didn’t make payments until mid-November, according to the Department of Education.