New IRS tax deductions: Why your paycheck could be higher

Are you seeing a different amount than you were expecting in your first paycheck of 2026? Here’s a look at the new IRS tax deductions.

Ads coming to ChatGPT for some US users

OpenAI said Friday that it would start rolling out ads in ChatGPT to some U.S. users.

Student loans: Trump administration delays plan to withhold pay for borrowers in default

An announcement from the Education Department on Friday said involuntary collections on federal student loans will remain on hold as the agency finalizes new repayment plans.

Ventura County's biggest avocado company is buying its top rival

Mission Produce is set to acquire its longtime competitor, Calavo Growers, in a landmark $430 million deal. Here's how the merger of Ventura County's two largest avocado distributors will reshape the global industry.

Trump's supporters offer mixed reviews of president in latest poll

A new poll shows that nearly a year into President Donald Trump’s second term, some Republicans express less favorable views of his performance on several key issues.

LA hotspot named world's worst tourist attraction: report

A new global study ranks an LA landmark as the world's most disappointing tourist destination due to poor safety ratings, overcrowding, and its distance from major transit hubs. What's your guess?

Gov. Gavin Newsom hosts Ben Shapiro on podcast

California Governor Gavin Newsom and conservative commentator Ben Shapiro debate contentious issues like state management, immigration, and tax policy, fueling national speculation about Newsom’s future political ambitions.

These jobs will be in highest demand as 2026 job market stays highly competitive

A recent report found that overall, jobs in healthcare continue to have the strongest hiring outlook with the most in-demand roles being registered nurses, physical therapists, respiratory therapists and many more.

Kaiser Permanente’s $46M settlement: See if you qualify for a payout and how to file a claim

Kaiser Permanente members have until March 12 to file a claim for a share of a $46 million data privacy settlement following allegations of unauthorized data sharing with third-party advertisers.

Customers impacted by Verizon outage to get $20 credit: How to redeem

Verizon says it’s giving $20 credits to customers who were impacted by a widespread service outage, but you have to accept the credit for it to be applied.

Cinemark's $5 bring-your-own bucket popcorn deal returns for National Popcorn Day 2026

Cinemark and Lowe’s team up for a $5 popcorn bucket deal this Jan. 18-19. Bring any container—including a 5-gallon Lowe’s bucket—to celebrate National Popcorn Day 2026.

Macy's to close 14 stores as part of turnaround strategy: See the list

Macy’s is continuing its turnaround effort by announcing plans to close about 14 additional underperforming stores in early 2026.

Saks Global files for bankruptcy after $2.7B Neiman Marcus acquisition deal

Saks Global Enterprises, the parent of Saks Fifth Avenue, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection after missing a $100 million interest payment.

Trump to cut federal funding to sanctuary cities beginning Feb. 1

Speaking at the Detroit Economic Club, President Donald Trump said the move was aimed at cities and states that refused to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement and in the administration's bid to stamp out fraud.