Federal minimum wage could reach $25: What to know
A coalition of more than 100 labor, civil rights, and advocacy groups is backing new federal legislation to raise the minimum wage to $25 an hour.
A coalition of more than 100 labor, civil rights, and advocacy groups is backing new federal legislation to raise the minimum wage to $25 an hour.
National Nurses Week 2026: Deals and discounts
Some restaurants are offering deals and freebies to celebrate National Nurses Week, which runs May 6-12.
Some restaurants are offering deals and freebies to celebrate National Nurses Week, which runs May 6-12.
Tens of millions of taxpayers may be owed IRS refunds from COVID-era
Tens of millions of American taxpayers may be entitled to refunds or reduced penalties and interest due to delayed filing deadlines during the COVID-19 emergency declaration.
Tens of millions of American taxpayers may be entitled to refunds or reduced penalties and interest due to delayed filing deadlines during the COVID-19 emergency declaration.
National Teacher Appreciation Week 2026 deals and discounts
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8. Retailers and restaurants across the country are offering discounts, freebies, and special promotions for educators.
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8. Retailers and restaurants across the country are offering discounts, freebies, and special promotions for educators.
US national debt surpasses size of the economy for first time since World War II
The U.S. national debt has now surpassed the size of the U.S. economy, a historic threshold that hasn't been crossed since the conclusion of World War II.
The U.S. national debt has now surpassed the size of the U.S. economy, a historic threshold that hasn't been crossed since the conclusion of World War II.
No workplace retirement plan? Trump's new site aims to change that
Trump’s executive order calls for a new government website where people in the U.S. can find and compare retirement savings accounts, aiming to help millions of workers who don’t have access to one through their employer.
Trump’s executive order calls for a new government website where people in the U.S. can find and compare retirement savings accounts, aiming to help millions of workers who don’t have access to one through their employer.
Trump signs DHS funding bill, ending a record shutdown
The House approved a bill on Thursday to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security to end the longest agency shutdown in history.
The House approved a bill on Thursday to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security to end the longest agency shutdown in history.
More parents having fewer kids due to rising costs, survey reveals
Parents say raising kids is getting more expensive, forcing many into debt and even changing how many children they plan to have, according to a survey.
Parents say raising kids is getting more expensive, forcing many into debt and even changing how many children they plan to have, according to a survey.
Federal government made $186B in improper payments last fiscal year
A new Government Accountability Office (GAO) report reveals that improper federal spending surged to $186 billion in 2025. The GAO found that the bulk of these payments happened within the nation’s largest programs.
A new Government Accountability Office (GAO) report reveals that improper federal spending surged to $186 billion in 2025. The GAO found that the bulk of these payments happened within the nation’s largest programs.
Blue Cross Blue Shield to begin $2.67 billion settlement payments
Blue Cross Blue Shield will begin to start sending out payments from a $2.67 billion class action lawsuit for eligible former customers.
Blue Cross Blue Shield will begin to start sending out payments from a $2.67 billion class action lawsuit for eligible former customers.
Nearly half of Gen X workers are delaying retirement as rising costs, stagnant wages drain savings
For Gen X, a generation that should be in its "peak savings years," the prospect of retiring on time has shifted.
For Gen X, a generation that should be in its "peak savings years," the prospect of retiring on time has shifted.
Gas prices surge across Pa., N.J., Del. as oil market tightens
The average price per gallon of unleaded fuel has reached $4.22 in New Jersey, $4.32 in Pennsylvania and $4.15 in Delaware, marking the highest levels in roughly four years.
The average price per gallon of unleaded fuel has reached $4.22 in New Jersey, $4.32 in Pennsylvania and $4.15 in Delaware, marking the highest levels in roughly four years.
Fed holds rates steady in Powell’s possible final chair meeting — What comes next?
The Federal Reserve held its benchmark interest rate steady at 3.6% for the third consecutive meeting but indicated it may cut rates in the coming months.
The Federal Reserve held its benchmark interest rate steady at 3.6% for the third consecutive meeting but indicated it may cut rates in the coming months.
Spirit Airlines’ $500 million rescue funding talks face setback
Spirit Airlines’ efforts to secure a $500 million financial lifeline hit a significant roadblock as lenders balk at the terms of the proposed rescue package.
Spirit Airlines’ efforts to secure a $500 million financial lifeline hit a significant roadblock as lenders balk at the terms of the proposed rescue package.
Costco updates iconic $1.50 hot dog combo for 1st time in 40 years
The $1.50 Costco hot dog combo just got its first makeover since the '80s.
The $1.50 Costco hot dog combo just got its first makeover since the '80s.
BP profit doubles as US gas prices hit highest levels since Iran war began
Petroleum giant BP has earned more than double its profit since the conflict with Iran began two months ago, far exceeding last year’s total.
Petroleum giant BP has earned more than double its profit since the conflict with Iran began two months ago, far exceeding last year’s total.
Five financial mistakes Americans in their 30s and 40s are making, expert warns
Even small changes to everyday financial habits could make a major impact on long-term wealth, one expert is saying.
Even small changes to everyday financial habits could make a major impact on long-term wealth, one expert is saying.
Record number of Americans say their financial outlook is ‘getting worse’
A new survey finds rising costs still dominate Americans’ concerns, with a record share saying their financial situation is getting worse. Here’s what to know.
A new survey finds rising costs still dominate Americans’ concerns, with a record share saying their financial situation is getting worse. Here’s what to know.
Social Security May payment schedule: Here’s when recipients get their checks
Social Security May payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.
Social Security May payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.
United Airlines drops merger pursuit with American, CEO Kirby details why
United Airlines on Monday announced that it's ending its pursuit of a potential merger with American Airlines after its rival rebuffed an initial approach to discuss a deal.
United Airlines on Monday announced that it's ending its pursuit of a potential merger with American Airlines after its rival rebuffed an initial approach to discuss a deal.