Social Security October payment schedule: Here’s when recipients get their checks
The Social Security Administration sends regular monthly payments, and the date varies depending on birth date or when you began receiving benefits. Here's what to expect in October.
The Social Security Administration sends regular monthly payments, and the date varies depending on birth date or when you began receiving benefits. Here's what to expect in October.
Two-thirds of Americans back Trump's $1,000 baby savings plan proposal, new survey finds
The enthusiasm for the savings program comes as millions of Americans struggle to set aside money for the future.
The enthusiasm for the savings program comes as millions of Americans struggle to set aside money for the future.
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.
The Modern Skies Coalition says a shutdown would force the FAA to suspend hiring and training, delay safety initiatives and create costly backlogs.
Starbucks closing stores and laying off hundreds of workers
The coffee chain is making staffing cuts and plans to close an unknown number of store locations in the coming days.
The coffee chain is making staffing cuts and plans to close an unknown number of store locations in the coming days.
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.
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.
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?
Poverty is down slightly across the U.S., but which city just leap frogged Philadelphia on the list of 'poorest big cities' in America?
These cities have seen the biggest spikes in inflation
Cities in Florida, California and the Northeast saw the biggest spikes in costs.
Cities in Florida, California and the Northeast saw the biggest spikes in costs.
Monthly mortgage payments are the highest they’ve been in decades
Consumers are dealing with the rigors of finding a reasonably priced home but soaring mortgage payments are placing a financial dent on their budgets, according to recent data.
Consumers are dealing with the rigors of finding a reasonably priced home but soaring mortgage payments are placing a financial dent on their budgets, according to recent data.
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.
The unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3% last month, according to a new jobs report from the Labor Department.
Trump administration drops plan to pay passengers for flight delays
A rule that would have required airlines to provide compensation and cover meals and lodging for lengthy flight delays or cancellations has been scrapped by the Trump administration.
A rule that would have required airlines to provide compensation and cover meals and lodging for lengthy flight delays or cancellations has been scrapped by the Trump administration.
Rutabegorz in Tustin closing after more than 47 years in business
Rutabegorz will serve its last meals on Oct. 30.
Rutabegorz will serve its last meals on Oct. 30.
Trump administration asks Supreme Court to reverse ruling on president's sweeping tariffs
In an appeal filed late Wednesday, the Trump administration is pushing for the high court to reverse a ruling that found most of President Donald Trump’s tariffs were illegal under an emergency powers law.
In an appeal filed late Wednesday, the Trump administration is pushing for the high court to reverse a ruling that found most of President Donald Trump’s tariffs were illegal under an emergency powers law.
In-N-Out, Trader Joes named among best employers in California: See the list
California favorites In-N-Out Burger and Trader Joe's ranked high among the top employers in the Golden State.
California favorites In-N-Out Burger and Trader Joe's ranked high among the top employers in the Golden State.
Amazon to end free shipping perk for some Prime users
Amazon is ending a perk that allows Prime members to share their free shipping benefits with people who don’t have the same primary address.
Amazon is ending a perk that allows Prime members to share their free shipping benefits with people who don’t have the same primary address.
McDonald's cuts prices; other chains may follow
Starting next week, the fast-food giant will offer deals on some of its popular menu items.
Starting next week, the fast-food giant will offer deals on some of its popular menu items.
Popular mall chain closing dozens of stores in California
Claire's, the iconic mall staple beloved by pre-teens and teens for its bargain jewelry and accessories, will soon close nearly 300 stores across the U.S., including more than two dozen in California.
Claire's, the iconic mall staple beloved by pre-teens and teens for its bargain jewelry and accessories, will soon close nearly 300 stores across the U.S., including more than two dozen in California.
Average cost of home insurance hits $2,470 per year; see how your state ranks
The top three states with the highest average cost for home insurance are Louisiana, Nebraska and Florida.
The top three states with the highest average cost for home insurance are Louisiana, Nebraska and Florida.
Homebuyers have been hit hardest in these states, data shows
The data also found that only 28% of homes are now affordable for the American buyer.
The data also found that only 28% of homes are now affordable for the American buyer.
Miami tops US in home delistings as sellers hold out for higher prices
Miami leads the nation in home delistings as sellers pull properties from the market rather than slash prices, according to Realtor.com’s July housing report.
Miami leads the nation in home delistings as sellers pull properties from the market rather than slash prices, according to Realtor.com’s July housing report.