Your tax refund could be bigger in 2026 – here's how
Americans may see a boost in next year’s refunds in part due to provisions in President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful" legislation. Here’s what you need to know.
Americans may see a boost in next year’s refunds in part due to provisions in President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful" legislation. Here’s what you need to know.
Social Security cost of living adjustment for 2026: How much you'll get
The Social Security Administration released its annual cost-of-living adjustment on Friday, and it will take effect starting next year.
The Social Security Administration released its annual cost-of-living adjustment on Friday, and it will take effect starting next year.
September CPI inflation report: Which prices changed the most last month
Inflation in the U.S. increased in September, according to a report released Friday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Consumers are paying more for gas, food and groceries.
Inflation in the U.S. increased in September, according to a report released Friday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Consumers are paying more for gas, food and groceries.
These are the 14 billion-dollar weather disasters of 2025, according to data
New data shows that 14 separate billion-dollar weather and climate disasters slammed the U.S. in just six months of 2025 – topping $100B in damages.
New data shows that 14 separate billion-dollar weather and climate disasters slammed the U.S. in just six months of 2025 – topping $100B in damages.
What to know about SNAP benefits as government shutdown continues
The USDA warned SNAP benefits for November could be delayed if the government shutdown continues.
The USDA warned SNAP benefits for November could be delayed if the government shutdown continues.
Mega Millions surges to $680 million; ninth largest in lottery history
Lottery players will have an opportunity to claim the massive cash prize for the next drawing on Friday night.
Lottery players will have an opportunity to claim the massive cash prize for the next drawing on Friday night.
Here's who's bearing the brunt of tariffs, according to Goldman Sachs
Here's who is expected to absorb 55% of tariff burden by end of 2025.
Here's who is expected to absorb 55% of tariff burden by end of 2025.
H-1B $100k visa updates from Trump administration
More details about Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee and how it will be implemented have been released from the administration.
More details about Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee and how it will be implemented have been released from the administration.
Mega Millions jackpot soars to $650 million ahead of Tuesday drawing
The Mega Millions’ most recent prize is the tenth-largest jackpot in the lottery’s history.
The Mega Millions’ most recent prize is the tenth-largest jackpot in the lottery’s history.
Americans more worried about finding jobs as inflation persists under Trump
A new AP–NORC poll finds that Americans are increasingly worried about their financial security and job prospects under President Donald Trump.
A new AP–NORC poll finds that Americans are increasingly worried about their financial security and job prospects under President Donald Trump.
How much should you tip bartenders? Experts reveal the real number
Welcome to one of America's latest cultural dilemmas: How much should you tip your bartender?
Welcome to one of America's latest cultural dilemmas: How much should you tip your bartender?
Government shutdown: SNAP benefits could run out in November, Rollins says
SNAP benefits may be at risk if the shutdown continues into November, meaning food assistance could disappear for about 40 million people.
SNAP benefits may be at risk if the shutdown continues into November, meaning food assistance could disappear for about 40 million people.
These states get the most Social Security benefits
The states that received the most Social Security benefits were California, Florida, Texas, New York and Pennsylvania.
The states that received the most Social Security benefits were California, Florida, Texas, New York and Pennsylvania.
Gas prices may soon drop below $3.00 a gallon, analysts say
Gas prices continue to drop across the country with industry analysts predicting a dip below $3 a gallon soon, the first time in four years.
Gas prices continue to drop across the country with industry analysts predicting a dip below $3 a gallon soon, the first time in four years.
Michigan woman uses ChatGPT to pick winning lottery numbers
The Wyandotte woman is now a whole lot richer after picking the right numbers and scoring the multiplier on her latest Powerball play.
The Wyandotte woman is now a whole lot richer after picking the right numbers and scoring the multiplier on her latest Powerball play.
Wells Fargo customer loses $4,000 hours after depositing check, bank denies fraud claim
The timing in this case is eye-opening. About nine hours after Willie Delane deposited a $10,000 check, she got a text that claimed to be Wells Fargo questioning a transaction.
The timing in this case is eye-opening. About nine hours after Willie Delane deposited a $10,000 check, she got a text that claimed to be Wells Fargo questioning a transaction.
Many Arizonans say they can't access unemployment benefits
After the state switched to a new system online, many residents claim they haven't received their unemployment benefits. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen reports.
After the state switched to a new system online, many residents claim they haven't received their unemployment benefits. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen reports.
Arizona residents claim system switch halts unemployment benefits
Many Arizonans are reporting widespread problems with receiving their unemployment benefits following the state's launch of a new online system, “Cactus."
Many Arizonans are reporting widespread problems with receiving their unemployment benefits following the state's launch of a new online system, “Cactus."
California's 'Bitcoin Jesus' pays $50M in tax evasion case
A California cryptocurrency investor nicknamed “Bitcoin Jesus" has paid nearly $50 million to resolve a federal tax evasion indictment without having to admit he committed a crime.
A California cryptocurrency investor nicknamed “Bitcoin Jesus" has paid nearly $50 million to resolve a federal tax evasion indictment without having to admit he committed a crime.
What to know about FAFSA applications amid government shutdown
The Education Department has opened the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2026–27 school year, even as the U.S. government remains shut down.
The Education Department has opened the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2026–27 school year, even as the U.S. government remains shut down.