New SNAP work requirements kick in for more states Feb. 1: What to know
Some SNAP recipients could lose their food assistance as soon as Sunday, depending on what state they’re in.
Some SNAP recipients could lose their food assistance as soon as Sunday, depending on what state they’re in.
Troop deployments to US cities cost Americans nearly half a billion dollars in 2025, CBO report finds
A new Congressional Budget Office report breaks down the taxpayer bill for the Trump administration’s six-city deployment and forecasts a steep rise if these deployments continue in 2026.
A new Congressional Budget Office report breaks down the taxpayer bill for the Trump administration’s six-city deployment and forecasts a steep rise if these deployments continue in 2026.
Every state's median household income has increased since 1970 – except one
Is your state better off than it was 50 years ago? U.S. incomes are up since 1970, but not everywhere. A new report shows which states gained the most.
Is your state better off than it was 50 years ago? U.S. incomes are up since 1970, but not everywhere. A new report shows which states gained the most.
Trump files $10B lawsuit against IRS over alleged tax return leaks to news outlets
President Donald Trump filed a $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS, accusing the agency of unlawfully leaking his tax returns. Here's what we know.
President Donald Trump filed a $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS, accusing the agency of unlawfully leaking his tax returns. Here's what we know.
Economist warns coming financial crisis will make 2008 look like 'Sunday school picnic'
As gold prices keep rising, American economist Peter Schiff says investors should view the rally as more than a hedge — calling it a warning that inflation is speeding up, the U.S. dollar is losing global trust and a major economic reckoning may be near.
As gold prices keep rising, American economist Peter Schiff says investors should view the rally as more than a hedge — calling it a warning that inflation is speeding up, the U.S. dollar is losing global trust and a major economic reckoning may be near.
Costco's famous rotisserie chicken hit with class-action lawsuit
Costco is hit with a class-action lawsuit alleging its famous $4.99 Kirkland Signature rotisserie chicken, according to court filings.
Costco is hit with a class-action lawsuit alleging its famous $4.99 Kirkland Signature rotisserie chicken, according to court filings.
Yale to offer free tuition to families making less than $200K a year
Yale announced it will offer free tuition to families making less than $200,000 and waive all expenses for those making under $100,000.
Yale announced it will offer free tuition to families making less than $200,000 and waive all expenses for those making under $100,000.
Trump shares new details on 'Trump Accounts' savings program
President Donald Trump on Wednesday unveiled details of proposed “Trump Accounts," a government-backed investment program for children.
President Donald Trump on Wednesday unveiled details of proposed “Trump Accounts," a government-backed investment program for children.
Social Security February payment schedule: Here's when recipients get their checks
Social Security February payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks this month.
Social Security February payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks this month.
Amazon cuts 16,000 jobs across company in latest round of layoffs
Amazon's latest round of job cuts follow last year's layoffs of thousands of employees. Here's what you need to know.
Amazon's latest round of job cuts follow last year's layoffs of thousands of employees. Here's what you need to know.
Trump signs executive order to fast-track rebuilding of homes destroyed by LA wildfires
President Trump’s new executive order aims to preempt California permitting rules to speed up wildfire reconstruction in Los Angeles, sparking a clash with Gov. Newsom.
President Trump’s new executive order aims to preempt California permitting rules to speed up wildfire reconstruction in Los Angeles, sparking a clash with Gov. Newsom.
Amazon to close physical 'Go' and 'Fresh' grocery stores, expand Whole Foods Market
Amazon is making a major shift in its grocery business, announcing plans to close its Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh brick-and-mortar stores while doubling down on Whole Foods Market and grocery delivery.
Amazon is making a major shift in its grocery business, announcing plans to close its Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh brick-and-mortar stores while doubling down on Whole Foods Market and grocery delivery.
San Francisco's largest mall permanently closes ahead of schedule
San Francisco’s largest shopping mall closed this weekend, several days earlier than expected.
San Francisco’s largest shopping mall closed this weekend, several days earlier than expected.
2026 tax filing season now open: How to get your refund ASAP
The IRS advised setting up direct deposit and filing taxes online would ensure the fastest tax returns.
The IRS advised setting up direct deposit and filing taxes online would ensure the fastest tax returns.
Chick-fil-A offering free breakfast at Southern California restaurants this week -- see where
Chick-fil-A restaurants across Southern California are offering a free 4-count Chick-n-Minis breakfast entrée from January 26 through January 31.
Chick-fil-A restaurants across Southern California are offering a free 4-count Chick-n-Minis breakfast entrée from January 26 through January 31.
Costco's lesser-known membership benefits explained
Discover the top "hidden" Costco member benefits, including travel deals, auto savings, and massive discounts on insurance and home services.
Discover the top "hidden" Costco member benefits, including travel deals, auto savings, and massive discounts on insurance and home services.
Trump administration must keep funding child care subsidies in these 5 states, judge rules
A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration from cutting child care and social service funds to five states amid a legal challenge.
A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration from cutting child care and social service funds to five states amid a legal challenge.
Households with 2 kids need to earn over 400K to comfortably afford child care in US
Raising two kids takes a six-figure salary to comfortably afford child care for two children, new data shows.
Raising two kids takes a six-figure salary to comfortably afford child care for two children, new data shows.
Popular alcohol brands could be forced to sell off inventory after bankruptcy setback
Alcohol giants Stoli Group USA LLC and Kentucky Owl LLC are liquidating their inventory in the U.S. after struggling to reorganize their businesses under Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Alcohol giants Stoli Group USA LLC and Kentucky Owl LLC are liquidating their inventory in the U.S. after struggling to reorganize their businesses under Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
LA Metro approves massive $25B underground rail line to bypass 405 Freeway
The Los Angeles Metro Board has unanimously selected an underground heavy rail route to connect the San Fernando Valley to the Westside, a transformative $25 billion project aimed at providing a high-speed alternative to the 405 Freeway.
The Los Angeles Metro Board has unanimously selected an underground heavy rail route to connect the San Fernando Valley to the Westside, a transformative $25 billion project aimed at providing a high-speed alternative to the 405 Freeway.