MacKenzie Scott donates over $700 million to HBCUs
The billionaire first began donating money to Historically Black Colleges and Universities back in 2020.
Here's where the holiday season's biggest spenders live, data shows
Here’s which cities are leading 2025 holiday spending this season, even as credit card debt grows.
More Americans are falling behind on their utility bills, analysis shows
A new analysis finds that millions of Americans have utility debt so substantial that it may get sent to collections.
Hidden homeownership cost in US is nearly $16K a year, Zillow analysis finds
Homeownership is already expensive, but a new report shows the additional costs that may be putting a squeeze on your finances.
US Treasury’s last five minted pennies may spark multimillion-dollar bidding war
Experts estimate the final five rare, omega-marked coins could reel in $2M-$5M at auction.
More Americans living paycheck to paycheck, data shows
Bank of America data shows more Americans are living paycheck to paycheck. Here's where it is the worst.
IRS unveils 401K and IRA contribution limits for 2026. What we know
Starting in 2026, the IRS is raising the contribution limits for 401K and retirement accounts, and here's how you can save a little more next year.
Students in these states spend more of their income on education, according to analysis
Many of the states that topped list were home to some of the most famous schools such as Harvard University, University of Pennsylvania, and Yale University, to name a few.
When will federal employees get backpay? Here's the expected dates for each agency
The Office of Personnel Management tells FOX 5 they will begin sending out “superchecks" covering the pay period between October 1 and November 1, starting on Saturday. Here's the list of when each agency will see their backpay.
U.S. Mint in Philadelphia to end penny production, last 1-cent coin pressed
In a historic moment for American currency, the U.S. Mint has struck its final penny. After more than 230 years of continuous production, the one-cent coin is being phased out in a symbolic moment, shifting away from cash.
Houston mom of 4 describes impact of SNAP delays, FOX 26 viewer steps up to help
Houston mom of 4 describes the impact of SNAP delays and a FOX 26 viewer steps up to help the family get what they might need.
Houston mother of 4 on impact of SNAP uncertainty
A Houston mother of four children all under the age of 8 says uncertainty over SNAP funding is adding to her family's stress. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan spoke to the mom and a FOX 26 viewer who stepped up to help.
Supreme Court extends order blocking full SNAP payments
The order will expire just before midnight Thursday.
Is a new stimulus payment coming? November 2025 IRS direct deposit fact check
Trump's $2,000 tariff dividend is fueling a new stimulus buzz.
Trump's 50-year mortgage proposal: What would it mean for homebuyers?
The Trump administration signaled they're planning to develop a 50-year mortgage that they think could expand access to homeownership, though experts are cautioning what it could mean for buyers.
2026 tax filing season changes: IRS Direct File unavailable
Direct File won’t be available anymore to do your taxes next year. Here’s what that means once the tax filing season opens in January.