Tentative railway labor deal reached, averting strike, Biden says
The tentative railway labor agreement averted a nationwide strike that could have been devastating to the economy.
The tentative railway labor agreement averted a nationwide strike that could have been devastating to the economy.
Social Security cost-of-living increase could be largest in 40 years, estimate says
For the average retiree who got a monthly check of $1,656 this year, an adjustment of 8.7% would boost the payment by $144.10, according to an advocacy group’s estimate.
For the average retiree who got a monthly check of $1,656 this year, an adjustment of 8.7% would boost the payment by $144.10, according to an advocacy group’s estimate.
California inflation relief payments: Here's when you'll get the money
State officials said the payments will be distributed in October and November. Totals range from $200 to $1,050 depending on a taxpayer's income and filing status.
State officials said the payments will be distributed in October and November. Totals range from $200 to $1,050 depending on a taxpayer's income and filing status.
Disney World 'enthusiasts' say trip costs too much for average families, survey shows
Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida is known as "the most magical place on Earth," but even its most die-hard, loyal fans say the rising costs to take a family to the parks is becoming out of reach.
Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida is known as "the most magical place on Earth," but even its most die-hard, loyal fans say the rising costs to take a family to the parks is becoming out of reach.
Inflation falls for 2nd consecutive month on lower gas prices
Inflation has driven up the costs of families’ grocery bills, rents, and utility costs, placing hardships on households and increasing gloom about the economy despite job growth and low unemployment.
Inflation has driven up the costs of families’ grocery bills, rents, and utility costs, placing hardships on households and increasing gloom about the economy despite job growth and low unemployment.
7 of the nation’s top 15 most expensive cities for renters in 2022 are in California
For the most expensive city in the U.S. – rent averages over a whopping $6,300.
For the most expensive city in the U.S. – rent averages over a whopping $6,300.
Massive rail strike could mean more supply chain issues
A possible worker strike would threaten the U.S. economy with an estimated cost of $2 billion per day.
A possible worker strike would threaten the U.S. economy with an estimated cost of $2 billion per day.
Hard Rock spends $100M to raise pay for non-tipped US staff
Hard Rock International, the global gambling, entertainment and hospitality company, said Monday it is spending over $100 million to give significant raises to 10,000 non-tipped workers, most of them in the U.S.
Hard Rock International, the global gambling, entertainment and hospitality company, said Monday it is spending over $100 million to give significant raises to 10,000 non-tipped workers, most of them in the U.S.
Queen Elizabeth II is featured on several currencies. What happens now?
At one time, Queen Elizabeth II appeared on at least 33 different currencies, more than any other monarch, an achievement noted by Guinness World Records.
At one time, Queen Elizabeth II appeared on at least 33 different currencies, more than any other monarch, an achievement noted by Guinness World Records.
Is inflation cooling off? It depends where you live
Western states facing inflation rate of 9.6% even as price increases show hint of slowdown.
Western states facing inflation rate of 9.6% even as price increases show hint of slowdown.
Stretch Your Dollar: Enjoy some of LA's best landmarks for free
Learn about free admission to some of LA's hot spots.
Learn about free admission to some of LA's hot spots.
Many underestimate their monthly subscription costs by at least $100, survey finds
On average, people misjudged their monthly subscription costs by $133, which is nearly $1,600 a year, according to a recent survey.
On average, people misjudged their monthly subscription costs by $133, which is nearly $1,600 a year, according to a recent survey.
These are the best and worst places to retire, WalletHub says
The 2022 rankings were based on affordability, activities, quality of life and healthcare.
The 2022 rankings were based on affordability, activities, quality of life and healthcare.
16 charged in LA County EBT fraud scheme
Sixteen people were charged with defrauding Californians out of hundreds of thousands of dollars of EBT benefits by allegedly getting their account info, then putting that info on fake EBT cards.
Sixteen people were charged with defrauding Californians out of hundreds of thousands of dollars of EBT benefits by allegedly getting their account info, then putting that info on fake EBT cards.
Most unaffordable cities
Nine out of 10 on the national list are located in California.
Nine out of 10 on the national list are located in California.
Michaels hiring 15K holiday employees ahead of busy retail season
Michaels says it's giving holiday hires more earning potential.
Michaels says it's giving holiday hires more earning potential.
Stretch your dollar: Heat wave relief
As the heat wave continues, here are some ways to stretch your dollar while keeping you and your family cool.
As the heat wave continues, here are some ways to stretch your dollar while keeping you and your family cool.
Stretch your dollar: Heat wave relief with Dollar Store toys
Keeping the kiddos cool and entertained doesn't have to break the bank. Here are some tips.
Keeping the kiddos cool and entertained doesn't have to break the bank. Here are some tips.
Credit Karma ordered to pay $3M for ‘tricking’ consumers with pre-approved offers
The FTC said Credit Karma wasted consumers’ time and hurt their credit scores when they applied for offers they weren’t actually pre-approved for.
The FTC said Credit Karma wasted consumers’ time and hurt their credit scores when they applied for offers they weren’t actually pre-approved for.
OPEC, allies cutting world oil supplies as prices fall
The move signals their unhappiness with crude oil prices that have dropped because of recession fears.
The move signals their unhappiness with crude oil prices that have dropped because of recession fears.