Car prices expected to soar by up to $12K as new auto tariffs hit
If the taxes are fully passed onto consumers, the average price on an imported vehicle could jump by as much as $12,000.
If the taxes are fully passed onto consumers, the average price on an imported vehicle could jump by as much as $12,000.
Trump imposes 25% tariff on imported cars: 'This is permanent'
President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on imported cars, aiming to boost U.S. manufacturing but risking higher auto prices and lower sales.
President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on imported cars, aiming to boost U.S. manufacturing but risking higher auto prices and lower sales.
Many shoppers admit returning items after use: See what’s most common
A new LendingTree survey finds that 39% of shoppers who returned used items did so on purpose — with clothing, electronics, and kitchen tools among the most commonly “borrowed" products.
A new LendingTree survey finds that 39% of shoppers who returned used items did so on purpose — with clothing, electronics, and kitchen tools among the most commonly “borrowed" products.
1 in 4 couples wait until after marriage to discuss debt and financial issues, survey finds
The survey asked more than 1,000 married or previously married Americans about their spending and financial habits.
The survey asked more than 1,000 married or previously married Americans about their spending and financial habits.
Tax deadline extensions: Where weather disasters have altered the April 15 filing date
In 2025, the IRS has once again extended the tax filing deadline for residents in areas declared major disaster zones by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
In 2025, the IRS has once again extended the tax filing deadline for residents in areas declared major disaster zones by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
Trump to unveil tariff plans on April 2: What to know
President Donald Trump has dubbed April 2 “Liberation Day.” On April 2, Trump plans to unveil his plans for reciprocal tariffs.
President Donald Trump has dubbed April 2 “Liberation Day.” On April 2, Trump plans to unveil his plans for reciprocal tariffs.
USC implements hiring freeze, more budget cuts amid Trump funding threats
The University of Southern California is making some big changes amid cuts to research funding and an ongoing investigation over campus protests.
The University of Southern California is making some big changes amid cuts to research funding and an ongoing investigation over campus protests.
This California city just banned digital-only coupons at grocery stores
A California city has become the first in the U.S. to ban digital-only grocery coupons under the new Grocery Pricing Transparency Ordinance.
A California city has become the first in the U.S. to ban digital-only grocery coupons under the new Grocery Pricing Transparency Ordinance.
Southwest Airlines layoffs looming at these Southern California airports
Southwest Airlines plans to lay off employees at four airports, including LAX and Burbank in Southern California, starting in June.
Southwest Airlines plans to lay off employees at four airports, including LAX and Burbank in Southern California, starting in June.
California climate credit: Millions to get average of $137 in credits on April utility bills
This year, the state will distribute a total of $2.4 billion in residential credits, including $1.4 billion for electric customers and $1 billion for natural gas customers.
This year, the state will distribute a total of $2.4 billion in residential credits, including $1.4 billion for electric customers and $1 billion for natural gas customers.
Iconic Burbank restaurant Chili John's in danger of closing after 79 years
Chili John's restaurant in Burbank is facing the threat of closure after more than 70 years in business.
Chili John's restaurant in Burbank is facing the threat of closure after more than 70 years in business.
Businesses may have to pass high beef prices on to consumers
Beef prices were up 7.6% year over year in February.
Beef prices were up 7.6% year over year in February.
Here's how much the 'American Dream' costs in Los Angeles
The "American Dream" costs at least $102,000 a year in all of the 50 biggest cities in the U.S., according to a new analysis.
The "American Dream" costs at least $102,000 a year in all of the 50 biggest cities in the U.S., according to a new analysis.
Student loans to be managed by Small Business Administration, Trump says
Student loans will now be managed by Small Business Administration, President Trump announced Friday, as part of his plan to dismantle the Department of Education.
Student loans will now be managed by Small Business Administration, President Trump announced Friday, as part of his plan to dismantle the Department of Education.
Millions of people on disability can now save money without losing benefits—here’s how
Many Americans on SSI or Medicaid don’t realize they can now save and invest money through a special account without risking their benefits. ABLE accounts are expanding in 2026—and most people still don’t know they exist.
Many Americans on SSI or Medicaid don’t realize they can now save and invest money through a special account without risking their benefits. ABLE accounts are expanding in 2026—and most people still don’t know they exist.
Seattle man wrongly declared dead loses Social Security benefits amid DOGE cost-cutting
A Seattle retiree was mistakenly marked as deceased by Social Security, causing his benefits to be revoked. His case, first reported by The Seattle Times, raises concerns about deep budget cuts at the agency under Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
A Seattle retiree was mistakenly marked as deceased by Social Security, causing his benefits to be revoked. His case, first reported by The Seattle Times, raises concerns about deep budget cuts at the agency under Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
Best states for taxes in 2025
There’s no avoiding taxes no matter which state you live in, but where you live could mean you pay a lot more – or a lot less.
There’s no avoiding taxes no matter which state you live in, but where you live could mean you pay a lot more – or a lot less.
$1400 IRS stimulus checks, $1 billion in unclaimed tax refunds & $5000 DOGE checks update
American taxpayers are encouraged to act quickly to see if they are eligible for refunds that could provide vital financial relief – before time runs out!
American taxpayers are encouraged to act quickly to see if they are eligible for refunds that could provide vital financial relief – before time runs out!
City of LA facing $1 billion budget shortfall, layoffs anticipated
The city of Los Angeles is facing a budget shortage of about $1 billion, meaning layoffs could be coming.
The city of Los Angeles is facing a budget shortage of about $1 billion, meaning layoffs could be coming.
CEO of supermarket chain reveals when Americans can expect relief from high grocery prices
John Catsimatidis said lower energy costs could lead to lingering price relief on grocery shelves.
John Catsimatidis said lower energy costs could lead to lingering price relief on grocery shelves.