Trump enforcing new 25% tariff on medium and heavy-duty trucks
The president announced on social media that the new tariffs on the vehicles will begin on Nov. 1.
How the government shutdown will impact the economy
The partial shutdown of the federal government could have an economic impact, although it's unlikely to have a significant impact based on past shutdowns.
Airlines warn government shutdown could disrupt flights, strain aviation system
The Modern Skies Coalition says a shutdown would force the FAA to suspend hiring and training, delay safety initiatives and create costly backlogs.
Annual survey reveals the industries that Americans love, hate the most
Only three industries earned majority praise, while others sunk to record lows.
These cities are spending the most on fast food in 2025, data shows
Fast food provides a quick meal if you don’t have time to cook, but residents in these cities are spending more to enjoy the dining out experience.
Fed rate cuts: What they mean for you
The Federal Reserve is meeting Tuesday to decide whether to lower interest rates. Here’s what a cut would mean for mortgages, credit cards, auto loans, savings accounts and investments.
Job scams on the rise as layoffs surge in US: How to protect yourself
Looking for a job can be stressful, but scammers taking advantage of a difficult situation can make it even worse.
Social Security cost-of-living adjustment expected to rise in 2026
Inflation data from August suggests the social security cost-of-living increase could be even larger in 2026.
Philadelphia is no longer the 'poorest big city in the US,' but who took the top spot?
Poverty is down slightly across the U.S., but which city just leap frogged Philadelphia on the list of 'poorest big cities' in America?
Cost of homeownership hit new high in 2024, annual report finds
In addition to rising costs, incomes have increased and poverty has decreased, according to the U.S. Census.
Inflation rose last month amid weakening job market: How will the Fed respond?
Typically, the Fed would cut its key interest rate when unemployment rises, but it would raise rates — or at least keep them unchanged — in the face of rising inflation.
Most Americans believe personal choices keep people in poverty, poll finds
A recent poll reveals that most Americans have differing views on the root cause of homelessness, but most think the government doesn’t spend enough to help those in need.
Salesforce CEO cuts 4,000 jobs, says AI agents now handle half the customer work
CEO Marc Benioff says AI now handles 50% of customer interactions at $248B software company.
Americans' support for capitalism drops to new low, poll finds
A recent poll finds that Americans favor small business and free enterprise even though their overall feelings of capitalism has changed compared to past years.
States where unemployment claims are increasing the most
The unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3% last month, according to a new jobs report from the Labor Department.
Unemployment up as employers added just 22,000 jobs last month
The unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3% last month, worse than expected and the highest level since 2021.
HOME Investment Partnerships Program may be cut by feds: What is it?
The HOME Investment Partnerships Program, a decades-old federal grant that has funded more than a million affordable homes, could be cut under President Donald Trump’s budget proposal, raising alarms for rural communities.
These are the 'hardest working states' in 2025, data suggests
Which U.S. states work the hardest? New data ranked all 50 states based on hours worked, multiple jobs and more. Here’s what researchers found.
Trump administration eyes tariff revenue to pay down nation's $32.7 trillion debt
The US collected more than $29 billion in tariff revenues in July, the highest monthly total so far this year.
Kodak says there's 'substantial doubt' it can stay in business
Photography pioneer that filed for bankruptcy in 2012 faces renewed financial challenges.