Chicago expands Emergency Supplemental Victims Fund to support more communities
The city of Chicago announced Thursday the expansion of the Emergency Supplemental Victims Fund, which supports victims of gun violence, to include ten additional communities.
Chicago expands emergency fund to help more gun violence victims
The city of Chicago announced Thursday the expansion of the Emergency Supplemental Victims Fund, which supports victims of gun violence, to include ten additional communities.
USDA pauses avocado and mango inspections
The U.S. will suspend exports and inspections until the security situation improves in Mexico.
More than 1 in 4 US adults have no emergency savings, survey finds
With the soaring cost of living, putting money aside when you need it the most is becoming increasingly challenging for some Americans, based on a recent survey.
IRS penalties on American taxpayers surged nearly 300% last year
The IRS hit taxpayers with a record $7 billion in penalties last year.
If you owe the IRS estimated taxes, Monday is the deadline
Monday, June 17 is an IRS tax deadline. Here’s what to know about second-quarter estimated payments due for some American taxpayers.
Foreclosures on the rise again nationwide — A look at the hardest hit states
More Americans lost their homes in May as foreclosures move higher.
How recent grads can maximize their earnings
Personal finance expert and owner of SIS Financial Group Hagen Pruemm shares a few tips for recent graduates looking to maximize their income.
Skilled workers are in demand: These trade jobs pay the most
Demand for skilled workers is driving up salaries in trade jobs — here are the ones that pay the best.
Federal Reserve inflation forecast
Some significant economic news from the federal reserve on Wednesday, noting some progress on inflation reduction. But despite that though, the fed is forecasting just one rate cut this year.
Here's who's hiring teens this summer – and which jobs pay the best
Young workers account for about a third of all new hires each June. Here's which jobs hire the most teens – and which ones pay the most.
US gas prices are falling — here's why, states with the cheapest gas
Gas prices are falling across the U.S, AAA says. Here’s what states have the lowest average prices per gallon, and what’s expected this summer at the pump.
Gas prices to keep dropping as motorists plan Fourth of July road trips: AAA
The national average cost for a gallon of gas was $3.48, a significant eight-cent dip from the previous week.
8 reasons cruises may be a better value for a 7-day vacation than land-based hotel stays
Four travel professionals weighed in on the value of cruises over land-based hotel stays for summer 2024 — including amenities and predictability of expenses. Here are eight things to know.
Nearly two-thirds of middle-class Americans say they're 'struggling financially': poll
A majority of middle-class Americans are “struggling financially” and expect that to continue for the rest of their lives, according to a new poll.
Has tipping gone too far? 1 in 3 Americans think so
A new survey shows that many Americans have a negative view about tipping culture. Here’s a look where consumers are tipping at in 2024.
May 2024 job report smashes estimates
Economists predicted the latest job numbers would be good, but last month's figures far exceeded expectations. Lydia Hu broke down what these surprising new numbers could mean for the economy.
You could earn real money working at IKEA's new virtual store in Roblox
IKEA is accepting applications for the new roles today through Sunday, June 16.
States with the best and worst economies in 2024
Where did your state rank in WalletHub’s list of the best and worst economies?
Child care costs are now rising at twice the rate of inflation, report finds
“The child care crisis, which was simmering prior to the pandemic, has come to a boil," the new report stated.