IRS tax refund schedule 2025: what you need to know

Tax season is in full swing, and the IRS anticipates that 140 million individuals will file returns by April 15. Here's the IRS tax refund schedule for 2025 and other information that will help you with your return.

Would you date someone with credit card debt? Here's what Americans say

A new survey reveals how Americans view credit card debt in relationships, with some saying it's a dealbreaker and others setting financial limits.

Disney Parks 'addicted to price hikes,' becoming more unaffordable: report

Inside Disney, some worry that the company has become hooked on price increases, potentially alienating its most loyal customers - the middle class.

Price gouging penalty increased to $50,000 following LA wildfires

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved a motion Tuesday to increase the penalty for price gouging to a maximum of $50,000 per violation.

Trump imposes sweeping steel, aluminum tariffs

President Donald Trump on Monday removed the exceptions and exemptions from his 2018 tariffs on steel, meaning that all steel imports will be taxed at a minimum of 25%.

Trump directs Treasury to stop minting new pennies

It is unclear whether Trump has the power to unilaterally eliminate the lowly one-cent coin.

US economy added 143,000 jobs in January, below expectations

The U.S. economy added jobs at a slower pace than expected in January, as the Federal Reserve remains in a holding pattern for interest rate cuts as it evaluates the labor market and inflation data.

Fewer Americans quitting their jobs—here’s why

U.S. workers are quitting their jobs at the lowest rate in years as job openings decline and hiring slows, signaling the end of the Great Resignation.

US shoppers hit with new fees on their packages, up to $50

U.S. consumers have already been feeling the impact of President Donald Trump’s new tariffs on products made in China. 

Estee Lauder to cut up to 7,000 jobs

Estee Lauder announced on Tuesday that it plans to slash up to 7,000 positions from its workforce.

Is FAFSA part of the Education Department? And other things to know

Managing the FAFSA is a key role of the Department of Education. Here are other things to know as President Trump is evaluating the function and future of the department.

Pleasanton-based Workday announces it will cut 1,750 jobs

Workday, the payroll and HR company based in Pleasanton, announced on Wednesday that it is cutting 8.5 percent of its workforce as it invests more in AI. 

China responds to Trump's tariffs: See the list

China has announced retaliatory tariffs on select American imports and an antitrust investigation into Google.

State Farm looking to increase rates for homeowner policies by 22% following LA fires

State Farm filed a request with the state Monday for an emergency 22% rate hike for homeowner policies, calling the increase essential to stave off a "dire situation" for customers and the insurance industry in the state.

Car insurance prices jumped most for these states in 2024

Car insurance rates increased by an average of 15% last year. Here’s which states saw the biggest jump, and why.