New Social Security COLA estimates released after fresh inflation data

Social security recipients are on track to receive a larger cost-of-living adjustment in 2027, with early estimates coming in between 3.2% and 3.6%, according to a new analysis released after fresh inflation data. 

Social Security adds 14 health conditions to disability fast-track list

The Social Security Administration has announced the addition of 14 health conditions to their Compassionate Allowances (CAL) list. 

Powerball jackpot hits $1 billion ahead of next drawing

The Powerball jackpot has reached an estimated $1 billion ahead of the next drawing, making it one of the largest in the game's history, according to lottery officials.

Bonta slams Paramount relocation threat over Warner Bros. merger as 'blackmail'

California AG Rob Bonta calls Paramount's alleged threat to leave California over its stalled Warner Bros. merger "blackmail" as a federal antitrust trial looms for March.

Annual report ranks the best and worst states for 2026

Thinking about a fresh start somewhere new? A new ranking has revealed the best and worst states in 2026. Here's which state came out on top.

Hottest ZIP codes in 2026 where homes are selling the fastest

Which ZIP codes are drawing the highest buyer demand in 2026? Realtor.com’s latest rankings reveal where America’s hottest housing markets are.

The million-dollar home is becoming surprisingly normal

A seven-figure price tag is becoming increasingly common as rising home values redefine what counts as luxury across the U.S. housing market.

Powerball jackpot surges to $856 million

The Powerball jackpot has now climbed to one of the top 10 largest in the game's history.

These states have the most underprivileged children, study finds

A new WalletHub study ranks the states where underprivileged children face the greatest challenges, based on factors including poverty, health and education.

Alameda County considers $30 minimum wage that could become nation's highest

The Alameda County Board of Supervisors is considering whether to establish a $30 minimum wage, which could become the highest in the nation.

Social Security faces benefit cut in 2032 if Congress doesn’t fix funding shortfall - States impacted the most

Social Security’s retirement trust fund will face a funding shortfall in 2032, a year earlier than last year’s projections. If Congress doesn’t act, the "go-broke" date would trigger an automatic cut to benefits.  See the projected financial impact for each state if the fund goes insolvent.

Christy's Foundation helping Angelenos navigate thru U.S. hunger crisis
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FOX 11 was joined by Christy's Foundation founder Christy Dawson as her organization provides free groceries every Thursday. More info and how you can help: https://christysfoundation.org/

25 states sue to stop Trump administration’s latest tariffs

Twenty-five states have filed a lawsuit to block the most recent round of tariffs announced by the Trump administration.

Coldcard wallet attack drains up to $89M in Bitcoin from 1,200+ addresses

Security researchers said a software flaw may have allowed attackers to steal roughly $70 million worth of bitcoin in less than an hour. Here's what to know.

The worst states for having a baby in 2026, according to data

New data ranked the best and worst states to have a baby in 2026. See which states made the top and bottom of the list.

Capital One says Trump Organization bank accounts closed after money laundering probe

Capital One says it closed hundreds of bank accounts tied to the Trump Organization after an “anti-money laundering" probe, not for political reasons as alleged by President Trump.

Gov. Gavin Newsom releases tax returns showing $2M annual income

California Governor Gavin Newsom released four years of tax filings showing annual earnings between $1.7 million and $2 million, mostly from his winery and restaurant holdings.

California to raise minimum wage in 2027

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced a statewide minimum wage increase to $17.40 per hour starting January 1, 2027, driven by annual inflation adjustments.