States with the best and worst economies in 2024
Where did your state rank in WalletHub’s list of the best and worst economies?
Where did your state rank in WalletHub’s list of the best and worst economies?
Child care costs are now rising at twice the rate of inflation, report finds
“The child care crisis, which was simmering prior to the pandemic, has come to a boil," the new report stated.
“The child care crisis, which was simmering prior to the pandemic, has come to a boil," the new report stated.
Helping adult children secure financial independence
A new study finds that, on average, parents are giving their adult children nearly $1,400 a month. It's apparently putting their financial future at risk. The Money Guy Brian Preston shares more on the findings and how to help your adult kids secure financial independence.
A new study finds that, on average, parents are giving their adult children nearly $1,400 a month. It's apparently putting their financial future at risk. The Money Guy Brian Preston shares more on the findings and how to help your adult kids secure financial independence.
Mega Millions jackpot rises to $560 million after no grand prize winner
The Mega Millions jackpot now sits at the ninth-largest prize in the game's history.
The Mega Millions jackpot now sits at the ninth-largest prize in the game's history.
Gas prices dropped by more than they have all year as after-holiday demand dips
Decreasing oil prices and less demand has caused a sizeable drop in gas prices this week.
Decreasing oil prices and less demand has caused a sizeable drop in gas prices this week.
Why are fast food prices out of control?
FOX 26 Business Reporter Tom Zizka is looking into why fast food prices seem to be out of control and leading consumers to consider it a "luxury".
FOX 26 Business Reporter Tom Zizka is looking into why fast food prices seem to be out of control and leading consumers to consider it a "luxury".
Fast food considered 'luxury' to consumers due to increase in prices: survey
Nearly 80% of consumers are considering fast food a "luxury" because of a continuous increase in prices, according to a new Lending Tree survey.
Nearly 80% of consumers are considering fast food a "luxury" because of a continuous increase in prices, according to a new Lending Tree survey.
Orange juice makers consider using alternative fruit as prices skyrocket
Orange juice makers are getting squeezed by high prices
Orange juice makers are getting squeezed by high prices
Social Security recipients will get one less payment in June – here's why
Here's why some Social Security recipients will miss a payment in June.
Here's why some Social Security recipients will miss a payment in June.
IRS’ free Direct File program to become permanent, expand to more states
The IRS’ Direct FIle, a free online tool that allows taxpayers to file directly to the agency, will expand starting in the 2025 tax season.
The IRS’ Direct FIle, a free online tool that allows taxpayers to file directly to the agency, will expand starting in the 2025 tax season.
Social Security has a 'billionaire problem,' advocate warns
Social Security benefits will be cut significantly in 2035 without a fix. Here's what advocates say we can do to prevent that.
Social Security benefits will be cut significantly in 2035 without a fix. Here's what advocates say we can do to prevent that.
New construction still popular as most Americans believe it’s a bad time to buy an existing home
New builds increased by 21.2% compared to March of last year, with the South seeing a higher rates of new construction permits.
New builds increased by 21.2% compared to March of last year, with the South seeing a higher rates of new construction permits.
Biden extends time frame to get credit toward student loan forgiveness
Interest rates are up and student loan forgiveness isn't really finalized yet, making for turbulent loan market as we enter into presidential policies.
Interest rates are up and student loan forgiveness isn't really finalized yet, making for turbulent loan market as we enter into presidential policies.
Is college worth it? Here's what Americans think in new survey
Is the cost of college worth it? Americans have mixed views amid rising tuition costs and mounting student loan debt.
Is the cost of college worth it? Americans have mixed views amid rising tuition costs and mounting student loan debt.
Nearly 80% of Americans now consider fast food a 'luxury' due to high prices
A recent LendingTree survey found that 78% of Americans now consider fast food a "luxury" purchase due to high prices, with 62% eating it less frequently and nearly half finding it as expensive as sit-down restaurant meals.
A recent LendingTree survey found that 78% of Americans now consider fast food a "luxury" purchase due to high prices, with 62% eating it less frequently and nearly half finding it as expensive as sit-down restaurant meals.
Veteran-led group helps with May 16 storm clean-up
Only on FOX, many residents are still struggling with the May 16 weather event and are getting help from a veteran-led humanitarian organization called 'Team Rubicon'. FOX 26's Randy Wallace
Only on FOX, many residents are still struggling with the May 16 weather event and are getting help from a veteran-led humanitarian organization called 'Team Rubicon'. FOX 26's Randy Wallace
Resources to help veterans battling debt
After serving our country, many veterans end up fighting debt in the form of credit cards, auto loans, medical bills, or student loans. Now, there's a free resource to help get them out of debt. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has the Smart Sense on how it works.
After serving our country, many veterans end up fighting debt in the form of credit cards, auto loans, medical bills, or student loans. Now, there's a free resource to help get them out of debt. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has the Smart Sense on how it works.
Money Monday: Reversing denied insurance claim
After the storms we've had recently, many people are having to file insurance claims, and if you've had any claims denied it may be frustrating. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan is joined by Nishi Kothari who handles severe weather disputes and shares what options you have if your claim is denied.
After the storms we've had recently, many people are having to file insurance claims, and if you've had any claims denied it may be frustrating. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan is joined by Nishi Kothari who handles severe weather disputes and shares what options you have if your claim is denied.
Bass Pro Shops' CEO says brand will focus on affordability amid Inflation
Johnny Morris, CEO and founder of Bass Pro Shops, says inflation is 'very real,' and brand will focus on affordability.
Johnny Morris, CEO and founder of Bass Pro Shops, says inflation is 'very real,' and brand will focus on affordability.
Chipotle customers claim filming gets bigger portions amid portion size controversy
Chipotle customers are claiming that filming employees results in larger portions amid ongoing complaints about reduced portion sizes and high food prices.
Chipotle customers are claiming that filming employees results in larger portions amid ongoing complaints about reduced portion sizes and high food prices.