Tap-to-pay scam: BBB warns consumers of ghost tapping
The Better Business Bureau is issuing an alert that tap-to-pay scams are rising. Here's how ghost tapping works and what you need to look out for.
The Better Business Bureau is issuing an alert that tap-to-pay scams are rising. Here's how ghost tapping works and what you need to look out for.
Michael and Susan Dell pledge $6.25B for children’s investment accounts in Trump program
Billionaires Michael and Susan Dell announced a record $6.25 billion pledge to support up to 25 million American children by expanding participation in the new "Trump Accounts."
Billionaires Michael and Susan Dell announced a record $6.25 billion pledge to support up to 25 million American children by expanding participation in the new "Trump Accounts."
Trump administration seeking to stop SNAP payments to Democrat-led states for not providing enrollee records
During President Trump’s cabinet meeting Tuesday, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said the administration will stop Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) payments to Democratic-controlled states if they don’t provide information on those receiving the assistance.
During President Trump’s cabinet meeting Tuesday, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said the administration will stop Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) payments to Democratic-controlled states if they don’t provide information on those receiving the assistance.
Powerball jackpot soars to $775 million for Wednesday's drawing
The cash prize continues to rise after no lottery player matched all the winning numbers from Monday night's drawing.
The cash prize continues to rise after no lottery player matched all the winning numbers from Monday night's drawing.
New SNAP requirements now in effect, USDA planning major overhaul of program
Around 42 million low-income Americans rely on the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, known as SNAP or food stamps, to buy groceries. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) oversees the program and says it is working on a major overhaul to root out waste, fraud, and abuse.
Around 42 million low-income Americans rely on the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, known as SNAP or food stamps, to buy groceries. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) oversees the program and says it is working on a major overhaul to root out waste, fraud, and abuse.
Social Security December payment schedule: Here’s when recipients get their checks
The Social Security Administration sends regular monthly payments, and the date varies depending on birth date or when you began receiving benefits. Here's what to expect in December.
The Social Security Administration sends regular monthly payments, and the date varies depending on birth date or when you began receiving benefits. Here's what to expect in December.
Looking to move to a Texas city? These are the best and worst options
The top ten places to move to include seven cities in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, one Austin suburb, and two near Houston and Galveston.
The top ten places to move to include seven cities in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, one Austin suburb, and two near Houston and Galveston.
IRS releases guidance for Trump's 'no tax on tips' and overtime deductions: What to know
Workers can deduct up to $25K in tips and over $12K in overtime pay under new tax law provisions.
Workers can deduct up to $25K in tips and over $12K in overtime pay under new tax law provisions.
Delayed $3.6B aid that helps families pay to heat their homes released to states
Approximately $3.6 billion in delayed funding for heating assistance was released Friday to states and tribes. Here’s what we know.
Approximately $3.6 billion in delayed funding for heating assistance was released Friday to states and tribes. Here’s what we know.
Ralph Lauren Christmas decor on a budget
If you've seen the Ralph Lauren Christmas decorating trend online, Heather Sullivan shares how you can recreate the decor on a budget.
If you've seen the Ralph Lauren Christmas decorating trend online, Heather Sullivan shares how you can recreate the decor on a budget.
Budget friendly toys for the holidays
If you're looking for the perfect toy to put under the tree this year, Heather Sullivan spoke with a toy expert Marisa Silva about the most popular toys this year.
If you're looking for the perfect toy to put under the tree this year, Heather Sullivan spoke with a toy expert Marisa Silva about the most popular toys this year.
Powerball jackpot climbs to $719 million for Saturday's drawing
The Powerball jackpot continues to grow after no player matched all the winning numbers from the Nov. 26 drawing.
The Powerball jackpot continues to grow after no player matched all the winning numbers from the Nov. 26 drawing.
HP to slash up to 6,000 jobs by 2028 in massive AI transformation push
Tech giant HP is looking to cut $1B in costs in next three years, and is cutting thousands of jobs in the meantime.
Tech giant HP is looking to cut $1B in costs in next three years, and is cutting thousands of jobs in the meantime.
Stimulus payment November 2025, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check
Don’t spend that money just yet! Rumors are circulating online that the federal government will issue new stimulus checks before the end of the year. But Congress has not passed any legislation authorizing payments, and the IRS has not confirmed that any new stimulus checks are scheduled in the coming weeks.
Don’t spend that money just yet! Rumors are circulating online that the federal government will issue new stimulus checks before the end of the year. But Congress has not passed any legislation authorizing payments, and the IRS has not confirmed that any new stimulus checks are scheduled in the coming weeks.
Homeowners insurance costs could spike over next 2 years
Homeowners could see insurance premiums jump another 16% over the next two years due to an uptick in natural disasters and rebuilding costs.
Homeowners could see insurance premiums jump another 16% over the next two years due to an uptick in natural disasters and rebuilding costs.
How much you need to make to live comfortably in Texas' biggest cities
If you've felt the pinch lately when paying rent, buying groceries, or filling up your gas tank, you're not alone. After years of high inflation, the cost of just living comfortably in America has skyrocketed.
If you've felt the pinch lately when paying rent, buying groceries, or filling up your gas tank, you're not alone. After years of high inflation, the cost of just living comfortably in America has skyrocketed.
‘Home Alone 2’: Kevin’s NYC trip would cost this much in 2025
With the expensive Plaza Hotel stay and room service, here’s how much Kevin’s “Home Alone 2" New York adventure would cost in 2025.
With the expensive Plaza Hotel stay and room service, here’s how much Kevin’s “Home Alone 2" New York adventure would cost in 2025.
How much will this year's Thanksgiving feast cost?
Though the price of food has increased this year, there are other ways to create a budget-friendly feast for Thanksgiving.
Though the price of food has increased this year, there are other ways to create a budget-friendly feast for Thanksgiving.
When is Whole Foods open in Texas on Thanksgiving?
If you need to grab last-minute organic ingredients to prepare your Thanksgiving contribution this year, you're in luck!
If you need to grab last-minute organic ingredients to prepare your Thanksgiving contribution this year, you're in luck!
Middle-income Americans pessimistic about their financial future amid persistent inflation, analysis shows
A new report report found that middle-income Americans are suffering from an "inflation hangover" after several years of price hikes.
A new report report found that middle-income Americans are suffering from an "inflation hangover" after several years of price hikes.