Fired federal employees search for work but struggle to replace their old jobs

President Donald Trump and Elon Musk have presided over thousands of federal job cuts impacting most of the nation. Now, former government workers are looking for new jobs.

Starbucks laying off more than 1,000 corporate employees

The move comes as dozens of other private companies have announced layoffs so far in 2025, in addition to thousands of positions being affected within the federal government.

Real estate vs. stock market: Where Americans prefer to invest

A new survey reveals whether Americans prefer the stock market or real estate for long-term investments, and why younger investors remain hesitant about cryptocurrency.

Why a ‘DOGE dividend’ stimulus check could be unlikely

If Elon Musk’s target of $2 trillion in spending cuts is achieved by next year, supporters of the idea say that about one-fifth of those funds could be distributed to taxpaying households.

Mortgage rates fall for fifth straight week: What it means for homebuyers

The average 30-year mortgage rate has dropped for the fifth consecutive week, hitting an eight-week low. Here’s what it means for prospective homebuyers.

$5,000 DOGE check? Trump backs idea to send some savings to Americans

President Trump said he "loves" the idea of giving some of the savings from Elon Musk's DOGE back to U.S. citizens as a kind of dividend.

US cities with the most people in financial distress, according to study

Several southern cities ranked highest in WalletHub's report analyzing the top U.S. metros with the most people in financial distress.

Are millions of dead people really receiving Social Security benefits?

The Trump administration claims that millions of people over 100 years old receive Social Security, but official data tells a different story.

President Trump calls to stop penny production
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A directive from the White House to stop penny production aims to reduce costs but increasing reliance on the nickel, which costs more to mint per unit than the penny, could have negative consequences.

Insight on inflation with San Francisco Fed president
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Inflation and rising interest rates are two topics that directly hit your pocketbook and the Federal Reserve plays a big role in both of those issues. FOX 10's Ron Hoon talks to Mary Daly, President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, who is in Arizona for the American Bankers Association Conference.

Stimulus checks in 2025? Here's what we know

As tax-filing season is underway, many are eager to see what refunds and extra payments may be available. Here’s what we know about stimulus checks and rebates in 2025.

Teen wins $100K for beating NBA star Damian Lillard in 3-point challenge

“This is going to mean the world to me, it's going to help my family a lot and definitely my future," Jaren Barajas said after winning the contest.

Paid subreddits coming in 2025, CEO says

Reddit is set to roll out some new features this year, which could include paid subreddits.

IRS may lay off thousands of workers in the middle of tax season

The IRS will lay off thousands of probationary workers in the middle of tax season, according to two sources familiar with the agency’s plans, and cuts could come as soon as this week.