Mega Millions jackpot winners come forward; Two people to split $1.34B prize
Two people have come forward to claim the $1.34 billion Mega Millions jackpot almost eight weeks after the drawing.
Rising interest rates offer better returns for savers
With the Federal Reserve expected to continue aggressive interest rate hikes to fight inflation, higher borrowing costs also mean a 'silver-lining' for some dedicated consumers. We're talking about savers. There aren't a lot who can, or do save.
Gallup: More than half of U.S. workers are ‘quiet quitting’
A poll shows that the workplace has gotten worse for younger employees, particularly those under 35 years old.
Here's how much more you'll pay to heat your home this winter
The average cost of heating a household this winter is set to increase by 17.2%, according to a forecast by the National Energy Assistance Directors Association.
$19M Lotto Texas jackpot-winning ticket sold in Montgomery County
Check your tickets! A jackpot-winning Lotto Texas ticket worth an estimated annuitized $19 million was sold in Montgomery County, and the prize has yet to be claimed.
Woman wins $100K lottery twice in 2 years
An Iowa woman has now won two $100,000 lottery prizes in a little more than two years.
Texas barbecue restaurant workers get more than $230K recovered in back wages
According to the US Department of Labor, Black's Barbecue Inc. shared servers' tips with managers.
Federal reserve to announce another interest rate hike
Economists and investors are on edge this week as many are fearful the fed may get too aggressive and send the economy into a downward spiral.
Pay off your federal student loan during pandemic? You could get a refund
How to apply for federal student loan forgiveness and refunds for payments during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Paid your student loans during the pandemic? Here's how to get a refund
Borrowers who paid down their debt during a pandemic freeze that started in March 2020 can in fact get a refund — and then apply for forgiveness.
EXPLAINER: How the strong U.S. dollar can affect everyone
After rising again Friday, the dollar is near its highest level in more than two decades against a key index measuring six major currencies, including the euro and Japanese yen.
6% mortgage rates helping cool housing market for the first time in years
Fewer buyers waiving home inspections as the housing market cools. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has more.
Here's how inflation can show up on your restaurant bill
Restaurants, in particular, have been hit hard by the pandemic and inflation. Wholesale food costs for things like eggs, butter, and flour have skyrocketed over the past 12 months.
Beating high travel prices during the holiday season
Be ready if you want to travel this holiday season. FOX 26?s Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some Smart Sense on how to beat the high prices.
Tentative railway labor deal reached, averting strike, Biden says
The tentative railway labor agreement averted a nationwide strike that could have been devastating to the economy.
Social Security cost-of-living increase could be largest in 40 years, estimate says
For the average retiree who got a monthly check of $1,656 this year, an adjustment of 8.7% would boost the payment by $144.10, according to an advocacy group’s estimate.
Biden: Tentative railway labor deal reached, averting strike
President Joe Biden said Thursday that a tentative railway labor agreement has been reached, averting a potentially devastating strike before the pivotal midterm elections.
Possible railway worker strike could mean more shortages, higher inflation
A possible railway worker strike could devastate economy, leave train passengers stranded.
Dow falls 1,250 as inflation maintains grip on US economy
Many of the data points within the inflation report were worse than economists expected, including some the Fed pays particular attention to, such as inflation outside of food and energy pri
Inflation falls for 2nd consecutive month on lower gas prices
Inflation has driven up the costs of families’ grocery bills, rents, and utility costs, placing hardships on households and increasing gloom about the economy despite job growth and low unemployment.