Mortgage rates continue to climb despite cuts by the Fed: Here’s why

Many Americans have been priced out of purchasing a home or making a move for years now amid elevated mortgage rates, sky-high home prices, and squeezed budgets due to inflation.

Survey: Nearly 40% of Gen Z workers skip lunch due to workload, guilt

A new survey reveals that almost 40% of Gen Z workers skip lunch due to guilt and heavy workloads, highlighting the pressures of modern work culture.

SEPTA looks to fare increases to overcome budget strain

Get ready to pay up. So many people rely on SEPTA each and every day. But, a ride could soon cost you more, as SEPTA is in a budget hole, despite an increase in ridership.

SEPTA hopes rate increase will ease financial burden
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While SEPTA has seen an increase in ridership, they are still facing a budget shortfall and they are hoping that by increasing rates, they will make up the difference.

Protesters want Kellogg to remove artificial colors from Froot Loops, other cereals

Activists rally outside WK Kellogg Co. headquarters, urging the company to remove artificial dyes and preservatives from popular cereals like Froot Loops, citing health concerns.

Holiday spending projected to hit new record this year

Notable differences this year include the shopping period between Thanksgiving and Christmas being nearly a week shorter, and the economic impact of Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

Americans are feeling more anxious about their credit card debt, survey finds

Americans appear to be feeling more worried about mounting credit card debt, according to the New York Fed’s September 2024 Survey of Consumer Expectations.

Shoppers react after 10 million pounds of meat recalled due to listeria contamination

Millions of Americans may be impacted by a massive meat recall affecting hundreds of products across major retailers. Philly area residents and Dr. Mike Cirigliano react.

Online payment apps: Here’s what to know the next time you tap to pay

Payment apps make it easy to send and receive money with the click of a button, but here’s what you need to know when using these platforms.

Giant supplier to Costco, Target and more recalling 10M pounds of meat: What to know

Consumers who bought refrigerated or frozen meat products from Trader Joe's, Costco, Target and more are urged to check the USDA's website concerning a massive chicken recall by BrucePac.

What's open and closed on Columbus Day, Indigenous Peoples' Day 2024?

Columbus Day is recognized as a federal holiday on the second Monday in October. While not a federal holiday, Indigenous Peoples’ Day is also recognized in several states and cities.

Mortgage rates surge higher, further hurting demand

Mortgage rates rose sharply this week in their biggest jump since April, bringing the average rate for a 30-year fixed note to 6.32% as demand fell for a second straight week.

Fisher-Price recalls 2 million Snuga Swings after infant deaths

More than 2 million Fisher-Price Snuga infant swings have been recalled in the U.S. after five reported infant deaths.

9.9 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat, poultry recalled over listeria concerns

A recall of almost 10 million pounds of BrucePac ready-to-eat meat and poultry products is underway over the possibility of Listeria contamination.