Cities where clothing costs the most and least, ranked

A new study reveals where Americans pay the biggest share of their income for basic clothing. See which cities rank as the least affordable.

Harriet Tubman $20 bill redesign faces renewed push from Democratic senators

Democratic senators are urging the Trump administration to revive plans to place abolitionist Harriet Tubman on the $20 bill after Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the department is no longer pursuing the redesign.

Cyclospora outbreak: Restaurants seeing slump in sales after removing lettuce from menus

Restaurant chains and local eateries are grappling with a dip in customer foot traffic and inventory challenges after a massive cyclospora outbreak linked to shredded lettuce.

Elon Musk launches bank-like X Money, with 'X'-branded debit cards

X is taking a major step into personal finance with X Money, where users get a “X"-branded Visa debit card that they can use at ATMs, and a feature that allows them to make money transfers.

People are willing to go into debt for beauty products, report shows

From premium skincare to high-end hair products, a growing number of consumers report going into debt to maintain their personal care routines.

Fed holds key interest rate steady. Here's what It means for your wallet

The Federal Reserve is expected to leave the key interest rate unchanged this week despite persistent inflation and growing concerns about rising energy costs and global instability.

California ranks dead last in affordability, No. 35 overall in 2026 Best States list

California landed at No. 35 in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best States rankings, scoring high in health care but ranking last in opportunity due to high costs.

Johnson & Johnson agrees to pay $5.5 billion in talc powder settlement

Johnson & Johnson has agreed to a multi-billion-dollar deal to resolve thousands of remaining lawsuits linking its talcum powder products to ovarian cancer.

These are the best and worst states for healthcare in 2026, data suggests

While surging healthcare costs remain a burden for millions of Americans, a new report reveals that your location plays a role in how much you pay out-of-pocket for medical services.

California among top 3 destinations for weather-driven interstate moves, survey finds

A Redfin survey reveals better weather is the primary driver for out-of-state moves, with California ranking among the top three state destinations for relocating Americans.

LA homelessness rises in 2026 count as economic strain, subsidy cuts stall progress

The 2026 Greater LA Homelessness Count shows a 1.2% rise in county unhoused populations as economic hardships and subsidy reductions impact local housing progress.

Here's how much retiring in 2026 could cost you in health care expenses

A new Fidelity Investments analysis finds that health care costs for Americans retiring in 2026 are expected to rise 7.5% from last year.

Civil rights groups sue HHS for cutting child care, family assistance

The Department of Health and Human Services is facing a lawsuit from advocacy groups seeking to block proposed cuts and tighter restrictions on federal child care and family assistance funding.