Mega Millions drawing Friday evening for $740 million jackpot
The Mega Millions jackpot has soared to $740 million, one of the top 10 largest in U.S. lottery history. Check out the winning numbers for Friday, Sept. 6, and see if there’s a new millionaire.
The Mega Millions jackpot has soared to $740 million, one of the top 10 largest in U.S. lottery history. Check out the winning numbers for Friday, Sept. 6, and see if there’s a new millionaire.
August jobs report shows job losses for US-born workers, gains for foreign-born
The August jobs report reveals a sharp contrast in the U.S. job market, with US-born workers losing over 1.3 million jobs in the past year, while foreign-born workers gained more than 1.2 million jobs.
The August jobs report reveals a sharp contrast in the U.S. job market, with US-born workers losing over 1.3 million jobs in the past year, while foreign-born workers gained more than 1.2 million jobs.
Policy experts react to Trump's 'incomprehensible' child care cost plan
Donald Trump was asked what he would do to make child care more affordable in the U.S. The person who asked the question called his answer "incomprehensible at best."
Donald Trump was asked what he would do to make child care more affordable in the U.S. The person who asked the question called his answer "incomprehensible at best."
US economy adds 142,000 jobs as unemployment rate falls slightly, Dept. of Labor reports
Hiring in the U.S. grew slightly in August compared to last month as the unemployment rate dipped for the first time in a few months.
Hiring in the U.S. grew slightly in August compared to last month as the unemployment rate dipped for the first time in a few months.
Here are America's 'fastest-growing suburbs' with home values under $500K
If you’re in the market for a more affordable home, there are a number of fast-growing suburbs in the U.S. where you can still find homes valued below $500,000.
If you’re in the market for a more affordable home, there are a number of fast-growing suburbs in the U.S. where you can still find homes valued below $500,000.
Social Security: Without reform, retirees could lose this much in annual benefits, report says
If Social Security is depleted by 2033, as is currently projected without reform, there would be a mandated 21% across-the-board Social Security benefit cut for retirees, the report says.
If Social Security is depleted by 2033, as is currently projected without reform, there would be a mandated 21% across-the-board Social Security benefit cut for retirees, the report says.
Verizon to buy Frontier in $20B deal
Verizon is acquiring Frontier Communications in the massive deal to boost its network, while helping its efforts in artificial intelligence.
Verizon is acquiring Frontier Communications in the massive deal to boost its network, while helping its efforts in artificial intelligence.
1 in 3 Americans declining wedding invites due to cost, survey finds
As wedding costs continue to trend upward, the logistics are taking a financial toll on another unexpected source - the guests.
As wedding costs continue to trend upward, the logistics are taking a financial toll on another unexpected source - the guests.
Why are so many restaurant chains filing for bankruptcy this year?
The year has not even reached its fourth quarter and bankruptcies among restaurant chains, operating companies and large franchisees are already nearly double what they were in 2023.
The year has not even reached its fourth quarter and bankruptcies among restaurant chains, operating companies and large franchisees are already nearly double what they were in 2023.
Mega Millions numbers: Jackpot rises to $740M after no grand prize winner
Here are the Mega Millions winning numbers drawn on Tuesday night, which brought two $1 million winners. The jackpot is now at an estimated $740 million.
Here are the Mega Millions winning numbers drawn on Tuesday night, which brought two $1 million winners. The jackpot is now at an estimated $740 million.
U.S. stocks tumble amid tech sell-off
Economist Dr. Mike Walden joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss the latest on Wall Street as stocks took a tumble on Tuesday.
Economist Dr. Mike Walden joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss the latest on Wall Street as stocks took a tumble on Tuesday.
Americans turn to sausage as economic pressures persist, survey finds
A new survey reveals that more Americans are opting for sausage over pricier meats.
A new survey reveals that more Americans are opting for sausage over pricier meats.
Map: US states where grocery prices have risen the most
While inflation is easing slightly, grocery prices still remain high, and the issue appears to hit some states harder than others.
While inflation is easing slightly, grocery prices still remain high, and the issue appears to hit some states harder than others.
Social Security September payment schedule: Here’s when beneficiaries will get their checks
Many Social Security retirement, disability, and survivor beneficiaries will receive their September payments on either the second, third, or fourth Wednesday of the month.
Many Social Security retirement, disability, and survivor beneficiaries will receive their September payments on either the second, third, or fourth Wednesday of the month.
Harris opposes US Steel sale to Japanese firm at Pittsburgh rally with Biden
Vice President Kamala Harris, alongside President Joe Biden at a Labor Day rally in Pittsburgh, voiced her strong opposition to the sale of U.S. Steel to Japan’s Nippon Steel, emphasizing the importance of keeping the company American-owned and supporting domestic jobs.
Vice President Kamala Harris, alongside President Joe Biden at a Labor Day rally in Pittsburgh, voiced her strong opposition to the sale of U.S. Steel to Japan’s Nippon Steel, emphasizing the importance of keeping the company American-owned and supporting domestic jobs.
More than 50% of Americans opting for 'rent-first' lifestyle, survey finds
A recent survey by Credit Karma reveals that over 50% of Americans are choosing a 'rent-first' lifestyle, prioritizing flexibility and savings over traditional ownership in various aspects of life, from housing to cars and fashion.
A recent survey by Credit Karma reveals that over 50% of Americans are choosing a 'rent-first' lifestyle, prioritizing flexibility and savings over traditional ownership in various aspects of life, from housing to cars and fashion.
Costco raising membership fees this weekend – the first time since 2017
Costco announced the membership increase in July. Starting Sunday, here’s what it will now cost.
Costco announced the membership increase in July. Starting Sunday, here’s what it will now cost.
Mega Millions jackpot up to $681 million after no big winner
Tuesday’s Mega Millions drawing will be the seventh-largest jackpot in the game's history.
Tuesday’s Mega Millions drawing will be the seventh-largest jackpot in the game's history.
Why there are more 401(k) millionaires in the US than ever before
A new report published by Fidelity Investments shows the number of 401(k) accounts with balances of $1 million or more hit a new record at the end of June.
A new report published by Fidelity Investments shows the number of 401(k) accounts with balances of $1 million or more hit a new record at the end of June.
Social Security: 3 changes to look out for in 2025, according to experts
The Social Security COLA increase in 2025 is likely to be smaller than in 2024, according to estimates. Here are some potential changes Americans should take into account.
The Social Security COLA increase in 2025 is likely to be smaller than in 2024, according to estimates. Here are some potential changes Americans should take into account.



















