Majority of Americans feel frustrated by excessive tipping, leaving less on average: survey
Tipping expectations have "gone too far" for many Americans, citing increasing gratuity requests at self-service kiosks and convenience stores, according to a new survey.
Tipping expectations have "gone too far" for many Americans, citing increasing gratuity requests at self-service kiosks and convenience stores, according to a new survey.
CPI report: Inflation up 3.2% from last year
James Harrigan with the American Institute for Economic Research joins LiveNOW's Andrew Craft to discuss the latest CPI report.
James Harrigan with the American Institute for Economic Research joins LiveNOW's Andrew Craft to discuss the latest CPI report.
IRS Direct File officially launches, offering free tax filing in these 12 states
Taxpayers in the 12 states who have very simple W-2s and claim a standard deduction may be eligible to use the free online tool this tax season.
Taxpayers in the 12 states who have very simple W-2s and claim a standard deduction may be eligible to use the free online tool this tax season.
Home buyers need to make $47,000 more than in 2020 to afford a home
A new report from Zillow finds that some people are relying on financial gifts to help cover the cost of a down payment for a home or moving to low-cost cities to find affordable housing.
A new report from Zillow finds that some people are relying on financial gifts to help cover the cost of a down payment for a home or moving to low-cost cities to find affordable housing.
Trader Joe’s mini tote bags reselling on eBay for hundreds of dollars
Move over, Stanley tumblers. Trader Joe’s mini tote bags are getting snapped up. One eBay user is reselling a set of the bags for nearly $1,000.
Move over, Stanley tumblers. Trader Joe’s mini tote bags are getting snapped up. One eBay user is reselling a set of the bags for nearly $1,000.
Biden proposes fiscal year 2025 budget
Jason Sorens with the American Institute for Economic Research joins LiveNOW's Andrew Craft to discuss President Biden's proposed fiscal year 2025 budget.
Jason Sorens with the American Institute for Economic Research joins LiveNOW's Andrew Craft to discuss President Biden's proposed fiscal year 2025 budget.
This is how much money you need to 'live comfortably,' data shows
Researchers analyzed data to determine the income required to "live comfortably" in the nation's 99 largest metropolitan areas.
Researchers analyzed data to determine the income required to "live comfortably" in the nation's 99 largest metropolitan areas.
Costco taps into silver coins sales following overnight success of gold bars
Each coin weighs one troy ounce and is made of 99.99% pure silver.
Each coin weighs one troy ounce and is made of 99.99% pure silver.
The Body Shop stops US operations, plans to close dozens of stores in UK, Canada
Specifics about the timing of closings and liquidation for U.S. locations were not immediately provided.
Specifics about the timing of closings and liquidation for U.S. locations were not immediately provided.
The two things Biden proposed to shake up the housing market
The president wants to make housing more affordable through a pair of tax credits. Here’s how it works.
The president wants to make housing more affordable through a pair of tax credits. Here’s how it works.
Here are the top 20 cars selling for above sticker price, and those below
A new report finds that some car models are more expensive than others based on suggested retail prices. See where these brands rank.
A new report finds that some car models are more expensive than others based on suggested retail prices. See where these brands rank.
Gas prices rise as spring looms: Here are the states paying the most
U.S. gas prices are increasing as the spring season approaches with more opportunities to hit the road, AAA said.
U.S. gas prices are increasing as the spring season approaches with more opportunities to hit the road, AAA said.
Jool Baby recalls more than 63K Nova Baby infant swings over suffocation risk
The Jool Baby infant swing recall impacts about 63,100 products over a suffocation risk for babies, consumer safety officials said. Here’s what to know.
The Jool Baby infant swing recall impacts about 63,100 products over a suffocation risk for babies, consumer safety officials said. Here’s what to know.
Walmart, Target limiting self-checkouts in some stores. Will others follow suit?
Walmart says its self-checkout strategy is nothing new, but shoppers are noticing more and more self-checkouts are closed.
Walmart says its self-checkout strategy is nothing new, but shoppers are noticing more and more self-checkouts are closed.
Costco keeps membership fees at current price, though hike still a 'when, not if'
Costco is keeping its membership fees at their current prices, a move that may allow customers to breathe a sigh of relief — for now. The retailer, however, did not rule out a future hike.
Costco is keeping its membership fees at their current prices, a move that may allow customers to breathe a sigh of relief — for now. The retailer, however, did not rule out a future hike.
Johnsonville turkey kielbasa sausage recalled due to rubber contamination
If you bought kielbasa last fall, you may want to check your freezer. A batch of Johnsonville turkey kielbasa sausage is being recalled after some consumers reported finding pieces of rubber in the meat.
If you bought kielbasa last fall, you may want to check your freezer. A batch of Johnsonville turkey kielbasa sausage is being recalled after some consumers reported finding pieces of rubber in the meat.
Here's where Aldi plans to open new US stores, convert existing chains
Aldi plans to add 800 stores across the U.S., including new openings and store conversions of existing grocery chains. Here’s what plans have been released.
Aldi plans to add 800 stores across the U.S., including new openings and store conversions of existing grocery chains. Here’s what plans have been released.
Mars Wrigley pitches new idea to get Americans back into chewing gum
According to Circana, a market research firm, chewing gum lost its flavor during the COVID pandemic.
According to Circana, a market research firm, chewing gum lost its flavor during the COVID pandemic.
Barbie releases 'role model' dolls of global stars for 65th anniversary, International Women’s Day
Celebrities included in the lineup are Shania Twain, Viola Davis, Helen Mirren and more.
Celebrities included in the lineup are Shania Twain, Viola Davis, Helen Mirren and more.
FDA clears use of first over-the-counter continuous glucose monitor
Stelo will be the first glucose biosensor in the U.S. cleared for use without a prescription.
Stelo will be the first glucose biosensor in the U.S. cleared for use without a prescription.



















