Buc-ee's reveals managers can earn up to $275K without college degree
Popular gas station chain Buc-ee's has sparked an online debate after displaying signs advertising employee pay, including salaries of up to $275,000 a year for some store managers without a college degree.
Popular gas station chain Buc-ee's has sparked an online debate after displaying signs advertising employee pay, including salaries of up to $275,000 a year for some store managers without a college degree.
30% of Americans admit to shoplifting, annual survey finds
More Americans say they're turning to shoplifting as inflation and financial strain continue to squeeze budgets. A new survey reveals who's stealing and what they're taking.
More Americans say they're turning to shoplifting as inflation and financial strain continue to squeeze budgets. A new survey reveals who's stealing and what they're taking.
Teen gets hefty payout for rare find from NBA legend
A teen found a rare Los Angeles Lakers warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain and received a massive payout.
A teen found a rare Los Angeles Lakers warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain and received a massive payout.
IRS in the hot seat over potential cash grab from Spain's World Cup winnings: 'It's a rip-off'
As reigning 2026 FIFA World Cup champions, Spain won $50 million in prize money, but a large portion of that could be subject to federal taxes in the United States — potentially up to 30%.
As reigning 2026 FIFA World Cup champions, Spain won $50 million in prize money, but a large portion of that could be subject to federal taxes in the United States — potentially up to 30%.
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber nets $3.75 million at auction
The lightsaber from the iconic “Star Wars" sequel sold for nearly $4 million, marking the highest ever price for a prop used in the popular sci-fi film.
The lightsaber from the iconic “Star Wars" sequel sold for nearly $4 million, marking the highest ever price for a prop used in the popular sci-fi film.
Treasury intercepts nearly $99M in federal payments to deceased individuals under Trump fraud order
The U.S. Department of the Treasury has prevented nearly $99 million in federal payments from being disbursed to deceased individuals using a new verification system deployed under President Donald Trump's executive order targeting government fraud, waste and abuse.
The U.S. Department of the Treasury has prevented nearly $99 million in federal payments from being disbursed to deceased individuals using a new verification system deployed under President Donald Trump's executive order targeting government fraud, waste and abuse.
Major grocery chain beats Walmart, Aldi in price war as shoppers hunt for checkout relief
A new price comparison of 15 grocery store staples found that this retailer had the cheapest overall basket, beating Walmart, Aldi and Albertsons.
A new price comparison of 15 grocery store staples found that this retailer had the cheapest overall basket, beating Walmart, Aldi and Albertsons.
US average gas price rises above $4 a gallon again
Drivers are feeling a financial squeeze at the pump as the national average for a gallon of gasoline went over $4. The surging price eclipses last year's average, which had settled slightly over the $3 mark.
Drivers are feeling a financial squeeze at the pump as the national average for a gallon of gasoline went over $4. The surging price eclipses last year's average, which had settled slightly over the $3 mark.
Map: How much it costs to raise kids in your city for 2026
While the rising cost of child care and housing is squeezing families nationwide, a new report reveals that the financial strain is significantly unequal depending on where you live.
While the rising cost of child care and housing is squeezing families nationwide, a new report reveals that the financial strain is significantly unequal depending on where you live.
Pizza chain to close up to 50 locations as sales slump
MTY Food Group CEO Eric Lefebvre various store locations at this pizza chain will close after nearly two years of turnaround efforts failed to deliver results.
MTY Food Group CEO Eric Lefebvre various store locations at this pizza chain will close after nearly two years of turnaround efforts failed to deliver results.
Federal prosecutors to drop charges against alleged mastermind of $722 million crypto Ponzi scheme
The Justice Department is moving to drop charges against a man accused of running an a bitcoin mining operation that prosecutors said functioned like a Ponzi scheme.
The Justice Department is moving to drop charges against a man accused of running an a bitcoin mining operation that prosecutors said functioned like a Ponzi scheme.
Acting director for US intelligence announces new round of job cuts
Bill Pulte, the acting director of National Intelligence, announced on social media last week that the agency began a new wave of job cuts, but he declined to provide specific figures on how many positions are being eliminated.
Bill Pulte, the acting director of National Intelligence, announced on social media last week that the agency began a new wave of job cuts, but he declined to provide specific figures on how many positions are being eliminated.
Gen Z breaks ultimate taboo by posting salaries online
A Wall Street Journal editor says high living costs and labor market uncertainty are pushing personal finance into public view.
A Wall Street Journal editor says high living costs and labor market uncertainty are pushing personal finance into public view.
Healthcare fraud recoveries top $5.5 billion despite enforcement slowdown
A new government report reveals that federal oversight efforts recovered billions of dollars in funds, resulting in individuals and companies being banned from federal healthcare programs.
A new government report reveals that federal oversight efforts recovered billions of dollars in funds, resulting in individuals and companies being banned from federal healthcare programs.
Energy markets remain volatile amid US-Iran strikes
LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Axios energy reporter Ben Geman as the United States launches new strikes aimed at Iran and the Strait of Hormuz. This comes as a Cyprus-flagged container ship struck by Iran suffered "significant engineroom damage" and a civilian crew member is missing according to U.S. Central Command. Senior U.S. officials had previously said in Washington that negotiations to further cement last month's deal to end the war will be unable to progress without the strait being secure.
LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Axios energy reporter Ben Geman as the United States launches new strikes aimed at Iran and the Strait of Hormuz. This comes as a Cyprus-flagged container ship struck by Iran suffered "significant engineroom damage" and a civilian crew member is missing according to U.S. Central Command. Senior U.S. officials had previously said in Washington that negotiations to further cement last month's deal to end the war will be unable to progress without the strait being secure.
Consumers shouldn't expect prices to fall anytime soon, top economist warns
Conference Board Chief Economist Dana M. Peterson says consumers are abandoning big-ticket items as housing, healthcare, ad insurance costs influence spending.
Conference Board Chief Economist Dana M. Peterson says consumers are abandoning big-ticket items as housing, healthcare, ad insurance costs influence spending.
Obamacare premiums going up next year - Here's why
Millions of Americans who buy health insurance through the Affordable Care Act marketplace could face another year of higher premiums in 2027.
Millions of Americans who buy health insurance through the Affordable Care Act marketplace could face another year of higher premiums in 2027.
IRS COVID tax refund deadline is approaching: What to know
Millions of taxpayers who may be entitled to refunds or relief from IRS penalties and interest tied to the COVID-19 emergency have days to file claims.
Millions of taxpayers who may be entitled to refunds or relief from IRS penalties and interest tied to the COVID-19 emergency have days to file claims.
These Social Security recipients will receive 2 payments in July
Millions of Social Security beneficiaries will receive two payments in July due to a minor scheduling anomaly. The Social Security Administration is adjusting its distribution dates to ensure recipients receive their money.
Millions of Social Security beneficiaries will receive two payments in July due to a minor scheduling anomaly. The Social Security Administration is adjusting its distribution dates to ensure recipients receive their money.
Average new car payment reaches all-time high as affordability issues persist
The average new car payment rose to an all-time high in the first quarter as American households continued to face affordability challenges in the economy.
The average new car payment rose to an all-time high in the first quarter as American households continued to face affordability challenges in the economy.