$1,390 IRS stimulus checks are not in the works, despite viral rumors
Online posts claim the IRS is set to send $1,390 stimulus checks to low- and middle-income taxpayers by summer’s end. The IRS says that’s false — and explains why no payments are coming.
Victims of AT&T data breaches could claim up to $7,500 in new $177M settlement
AT&T agreed to a $177 million settlement this year after a pair of data breaches were confirmed in 2024. Here's how the millions of affected current and former account holders can file claims.
You can still buy a mansion for under $1M in these 4 cities
Mansions can costs millions of dollars, but consumers looking for more space can buy one of these sprawling homes at a reasonable price in these cities.
Here's how much Social Security payments are projected to increase in 2026
Social Security recipients’ will likely get more money next year with cost-of-living adjustments, but the increase may not cover the full effects of rising inflation.
California grocers push to allow alcohol sales at self-checkout
California is currently the only state in the nation that doesn't allow alcohol of any kind to be bought at self checkout.
Kodak says there's 'substantial doubt' it can stay in business
Photography pioneer that filed for bankruptcy in 2012 faces renewed financial challenges.
Inflation report: July unchanged; Trump tells Powell lower the rate now
Inflation held steady the last month, though tariffs still threaten growing costs and impacts.
Walmart to pay $5.6 million for overcharging California customers
Walmart settled with the Santa Clara County, San Diego County, San Bernardino County and Sonoma County district attorney’s offices.
Big changes coming to 401(k) after recent Trump executive order
President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing regulators to make it easier for 401(k) plans to include private equity, cryptocurrency, and other alternative investments.
Trump orders federal regulators to punish banks that discriminate against conservatives
This executive order addresses "debanking," where banks close accounts or refuse business with certain industries.
Trump's broad tariffs go into effect Thursday. What we know
The sweeping tariffs impose higher import taxes on goods from more than 60 countries. Here's what you need to know.
Convicted felon who fraudulently received $800,000 in COVID funds arrested: DOJ
Justin Konikow allegedly concealed a prior federal mail fraud conviction on his loan application to get the funds.
US may require visa applicants to post $15K bond to enter country. What we know
The proposed pilot program would require people from countries considered to have high overstay rates to post bonds of up to $15,000 when they apply for a visa.
Student loan wage garnishment could start soon: Here's what you can do
Student loan borrowers who default on their loans could see 15% of their paychecks docked by the federal government soon.
'Trump accounts' for newborns could grow to $1.9M, Treasury says
Even without additional contributions beyond the initial $1K deposit, the Treasury estimates the account could grow to $13,800 in 18 years.
American families could get $2,400 rebate checks from tariff money
A GOP senator has introduced a bill to send tariff rebate checks to Americans, days after President Trump floated the idea.
Social Security August payment schedule: Here’s when recipients get their checks
Here’s when Social Security recipients can expect to receive their checks in August.