Powerball grows to $643M
The Powerball jackpot is rapidly growing, and could grow into one of the largest jackpots in history if a winner doesn’t emerge in the next drawing or two.
Young Americans say friendship is too expensive; nearly half skip events due to costs: study
More women feel the financial strain of trying to stay social, according to Ally's survey.
Wages are outpacing pandemic-era inflation in these 4 industries
A new Bankrate report shows that while wages are slowly catching up, they still lag behind the surge in prices that began during the pandemic.
$1,390 IRS stimulus checks are not in the works, despite viral rumors
Online posts claim the IRS is set to send $1,390 stimulus checks to low- and middle-income taxpayers by summer’s end. The IRS says that’s false — and explains why no payments are coming.
Treasury Dept. to phase out paper checks starting in September
The federal government will phase out paper checks for benefit payments soon.
Harris County Commissioner's wrestling with $200 million deficit
Harris County Commissioners are coming to grips with a budget deficit north of $200 million. The options: cut expenses or raise taxes.
Victims of AT&T data breaches could claim up to $7,500 in new $177M settlement
AT&T agreed to a $177 million settlement this year after a pair of data breaches were confirmed in 2024. Here's how the millions of affected current and former account holders can file claims.
Young Americans could lose $110,000 in career earnings to keep Social Security afloat
Social Security's two main trust funds are projected to reach insolvency on a combined basis in the first quarter of 2034.
Here's how much Social Security payments are projected to increase in 2026
Social Security recipients’ will likely get more money next year with cost-of-living adjustments, but the increase may not cover the full effects of rising inflation.
Kodak says there's 'substantial doubt' it can stay in business
Photography pioneer that filed for bankruptcy in 2012 faces renewed financial challenges.
US national debt hits record $37 trillion
The U.S. national debt topped $37 trillion for the first time Friday as federal borrowing hits record levels.
Trump's tax law will benefit the rich at the cost of the poor, CBO analysis finds
The Congressional Budget Office estimates that the poorest Americans could lose more income annually compared to rich people due to President Donald Trump's tax legislation.
Inflation report: July unchanged; Trump tells Powell lower the rate now
Inflation held steady the last month, though tariffs still threaten growing costs and impacts.
Powerball numbers: No $479 million jackpot winner Aug. 9
The Powerball jackpot continues to rise after no one won the big prize Saturday, Aug. 9.
Spring food truck operators try to rebuild months after being hit by alleged drunk driver
Months after a suspected drunk driver crashed into a catering company's trailer, the two co-owners are struggling to get back on their feet and shift their focus back to fundraising for others.
