Social Security January payment schedule: Here’s when beneficiaries will get their checks

Here is the January Social Security payment schedule for retirement, disability, and survivor beneficiaries, as well as those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI).

These retailers are closing stores in 2025

Major retailers are shutting down stores nationwide next year as the companies try to adjust their business operations and slash costs amid changes in the industry.

The Container Store files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

The Container Store has filed for bankruptcy amid a weaker housing market and a growing availability of cheaper alternatives.

2021 Recovery Rebate Credit: What it is and who qualifies

Approximately 1 million taxpayers will receive unclaimed rebate payments from the IRS in the coming weeks.

Beanie Babies: How much are they worth today?

Beanie Babies, once a 1990s craze, still remain valuable today, with rare ones worth thousands of dollars.

California cities raising minimum wage in 2025

On Jan. 1, 2025, the California state minimum wage, excluding fast food employers and certain healthcare facilities, will increase from $16 per hour to $16.50 for employers of all sizes.

This is the living wage needed for a family of four in California

If you're raising a family of four in 2024, you'll need to make at least six figures in more than half of America to be financially secure, according to a new study.

LA County cancels $2B in medical debt for residents

Starting in early 2025, residents whose debt has been forgiven will receive letters notifying them of their relieved debt.

Trump's proposed tariffs: what consumer products could be impacted?

President-elect Trump campaigned on using tariffs as a tool to secure more favorable international trade terms and bring in tax revenue, but they could impact the prices paid by consumers for imported products.

Christmas gift spending per child by state

Want to know how your Christmas gift budget stacks up? Here’s a look at survey results showing how much parents across the country expect to spend per child this year.

2025 tax brackets: Key changes to know as filing season approaches

Tax brackets have increased by about 2.75%, with the top rate of 37% applying to incomes over $626,350 for single filers and $731,200 for joint filers.

Trump announces $100B investment in the U.S.

Trump joined SoftBank Group CEO Masayoshi Son at his Florida home Monday to announce that the company is planning to invest $100 billion in U.S. projects over the next four years.

Disney agrees to pay $233M settlement
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Disney has agreed to pay a $233 million settlement in a wage theft case.