Leaving California makes homeownership 48% more likely, study finds
A new study reveals that residents relocating from California save 30% on housing and find a faster path to homeownership in states like Nevada and Idaho.
A new study reveals that residents relocating from California save 30% on housing and find a faster path to homeownership in states like Nevada and Idaho.
California high-speed rail costs soar to $231 billion
Calls are growing to scrap the high-speed rail project as costs balloon by 700% and federal funding is withdrawn under the Trump administration.
Calls are growing to scrap the high-speed rail project as costs balloon by 700% and federal funding is withdrawn under the Trump administration.
Trump signs DHS funding bill, ending a record shutdown
The House approved a bill on Thursday to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security to end the longest agency shutdown in history.
The House approved a bill on Thursday to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security to end the longest agency shutdown in history.
Wireless prices fall despite inflation, report finds
U.S. wireless prices are declining even as inflation drives up costs across the broader economy, according to CTIA’s 2026 Wireless Affordability Tracker.
U.S. wireless prices are declining even as inflation drives up costs across the broader economy, according to CTIA’s 2026 Wireless Affordability Tracker.
More parents having fewer kids due to rising costs, survey reveals
Parents say raising kids is getting more expensive, forcing many into debt and even changing how many children they plan to have, according to a survey.
Parents say raising kids is getting more expensive, forcing many into debt and even changing how many children they plan to have, according to a survey.
Federal government made $186B in improper payments last fiscal year
A new Government Accountability Office (GAO) report reveals that improper federal spending surged to $186 billion in 2025. The GAO found that the bulk of these payments happened within the nation’s largest programs.
A new Government Accountability Office (GAO) report reveals that improper federal spending surged to $186 billion in 2025. The GAO found that the bulk of these payments happened within the nation’s largest programs.
Blue Cross Blue Shield to begin $2.67 billion settlement payments
Blue Cross Blue Shield will begin to start sending out payments from a $2.67 billion class action lawsuit for eligible former customers.
Blue Cross Blue Shield will begin to start sending out payments from a $2.67 billion class action lawsuit for eligible former customers.
Nearly half of Gen X workers are delaying retirement as rising costs, stagnant wages drain savings
For Gen X, a generation that should be in its "peak savings years," the prospect of retiring on time has shifted.
For Gen X, a generation that should be in its "peak savings years," the prospect of retiring on time has shifted.
California Middle Class Tax Refund debit cards about to expire
Californians have one more day to use their Middle Class Tax Refund debit cards before the funds expire.
Californians have one more day to use their Middle Class Tax Refund debit cards before the funds expire.
Costco updates iconic $1.50 hot dog combo for 1st time in 40 years
The $1.50 Costco hot dog combo just got its first makeover since the '80s.
The $1.50 Costco hot dog combo just got its first makeover since the '80s.
Subway rolls out nationwide value menu with 15 items under $5
The offering includes several 6-inch sandwiches and wraps priced at $3.99.
The offering includes several 6-inch sandwiches and wraps priced at $3.99.
FedEx and UPS say they will return tariff refunds to customers
FedEx and UPS have said they will pass along their tariff refunds to the customers that paid them.
FedEx and UPS have said they will pass along their tariff refunds to the customers that paid them.
Five financial mistakes Americans in their 30s and 40s are making, expert warns
Even small changes to everyday financial habits could make a major impact on long-term wealth, one expert is saying.
Even small changes to everyday financial habits could make a major impact on long-term wealth, one expert is saying.
Record number of Americans say their financial outlook is ‘getting worse’
A new survey finds rising costs still dominate Americans’ concerns, with a record share saying their financial situation is getting worse. Here’s what to know.
A new survey finds rising costs still dominate Americans’ concerns, with a record share saying their financial situation is getting worse. Here’s what to know.
Google co-founder rips California billionaire tax: 'I fled socialism'
Google co-founder Sergey Brin slammed the proposed billionaire tax in California, likening it to the socialism that he fled with his family from the former Soviet Union.
Google co-founder Sergey Brin slammed the proposed billionaire tax in California, likening it to the socialism that he fled with his family from the former Soviet Union.
Social Security May payment schedule: Here’s when recipients get their checks
Social Security May payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.
Social Security May payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.
California billionaire tax measure secures signatures for November ballot
California labor unions have gathered 1.5 million signatures for a ballot initiative to tax billionaires 5% to fund healthcare and offset federal cuts.
California labor unions have gathered 1.5 million signatures for a ballot initiative to tax billionaires 5% to fund healthcare and offset federal cuts.
These are the best entry-level jobs in 2026, data suggests
WalletHub ranked the best entry-level jobs based on opportunity, growth potential, and job safety.
WalletHub ranked the best entry-level jobs based on opportunity, growth potential, and job safety.
New CalFresh work requirements start June 1: What you need to know
New federal rules starting June 1, 2026 expand CalFresh work requirements for adults aged 18-64 in California, with specific exemptions for certain groups.
New federal rules starting June 1, 2026 expand CalFresh work requirements for adults aged 18-64 in California, with specific exemptions for certain groups.
IKEA sets grand opening date for Culver City store
IKEA is officially opening its first LA city-center store on May 2 -- and you're invited to the Block Party for free food, music, and giveaways!
IKEA is officially opening its first LA city-center store on May 2 -- and you're invited to the Block Party for free food, music, and giveaways!