IRS stimulus check eligibility: What it is and who qualifies

About 1 million people are eligible for an IRS stimulus check that dates back to 2021. Here’s what to know.

Arizona's economy to be boosted yet again by tech investments

The Arizona economy has gone gangbusters in the new year. Between businesses relocating and billions of dollars in investments, economic leaders say Arizona has a ton of momentum in 2025.

Social Security Fairness Act signed: What to know

President Biden signed Sunday a bill that boosts Social Security for some. Here’s what to know.

Iowa man with 850K-mile vehicle claims lottery prize: ‘I’ve got to get a car’

Daniel Bragg, a 46-year-old from Newtown, Iowa, won $150,000 in the "Money Gift" scratch game and plans to upgrade from his 2001 Chevy Suburban with 849,000 miles.

IRS increases 401(k), other 2025 retirement plan contribution limits

The IRS released its updated contribution limits and adjustments to eligibility thresholds for 401(k) plans, IRAs and other retirement plans to account for inflation.

These states are boosting minimum wage in 2025—is yours on the list?

Starting January 1, 2025, nearly half of U.S. states will implement minimum wage increases, benefiting an estimated 9.2 million workers.

Chinese hackers breach US Treasury workstations: Key details to know

Chinese state-sponsored hackers infiltrated the U.S. Treasury Department by exploiting a vulnerability in third-party software provider BeyondTrust, granting them remote access to several workstations and unclassified documents.

New Year’s resolutions: Popular goals, expert tips, and why many fail to stick

Experts recommend popular New Year's resolutions like saving money, thinking positively, and setting achievable goals, but note that up to 70% of resolutions are abandoned within months.

Social Security January payment schedule: Here’s when beneficiaries will get their checks

Here is the January Social Security payment schedule for retirement, disability, and survivor beneficiaries, as well as those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI).

New 2025 laws hit hot topics from AI in movies to rapid-fire guns

Artificial intelligence. Abortion. Guns. Marijuana. Minimum wages. Name a hot topic, and chances are good there’s a new law about it taking effect in 2025 in one state or another.

Social Security checks increasing for COLA adjustment
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The Cost of Living Adjustment is rising in 2025, which will change the amount of money people will receive in their Social Security checks.

Holiday shopping increases in 2024 by nearly 4%
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According to Mastercard, retail sales between November 1 and December 24 increased with online sales rising by 6.7% compared to last year.