Survey reveals how many parents have quit their jobs to raise children
The new study underscores the financial burden that child care costs impose on many parents.
$54M jackpot: This Northern California store sold winning SuperLotto Plus ticket
One super lucky SuperLotto Plus ticket with a jackpot worth $54 million was sold in Northern California over the weekend.
Does money buy happiness? A new study suggests it can
A study sampled more than 33,000 employed U.S. adults who answered questions on a scale called “satisfaction with life."
Peacock raises its prices -- here's what subscribers will now pay
Customers will see a new change on their monthly bills after Peacock’s latest rate hike. Here’s what you need to know.
New 401(k) rule makes it easier to tap savings for emergencies
A new law has made it easier for Americans to tap their 401(k)s and other retirement accounts for emergency funds as they continue to battle high inflation.
Student loan forgiveness: Biden cancels another $1.2B in debt for public service workers
Student loan borrowers who work in public service, such as teachers, nurses, firefighters, and others, will benefit from the student debt relief, the Education Department said.
IRS issues warning to taxpayers
The Internal Revenue Service is issuing a warning to taxpayers about a new scam on their radar that could cost you time and money.
Retirees with $1 million in savings could run out of money faster in these states, study finds
Data from GoBankingRates offered better outlooks for retirees in Southeastern and Midwestern states.
4 of America's wealthiest suburbs are in Southern California - see the list
Overall, 16 California suburbs made the list - four of them in Southern California and 12 in the Bay Area.
Consumers find mild relief as June inflation dips by 0.1 percent
Inflation has slowed, thanks to a decrease in the gas index and the energy index.
Inflation unexpectedly fell to 3% in June
The consumer price index (CPI), a broad measure of how much everyday goods like gasoline, groceries and rent cost, dropped 0.1% in June from the previous month. It marked the first monthly decline since May 2020.
California fast food workers now earn $20 per hour - employers respond by cutting hours
In the first two months after the law passed April 1, the industry gained 8,000 jobs, compared to the same period in 2023.
Las Vegas' Mirage to give away $1.6M before closing: Here's how you can win
The Mirage on the Las Vegas Strip is set to give away $1.6 million in a "Progressive Finale Cash Giveaway" before it transforms into the Hard Rock Casino.
Some vacationers expect to use credit card for more than $5,000 of summer travel
Some Americans plan to pay for vacations this summer with credit cards for points, while others are doing it because they can't afford to travel otherwise, a recent Debt.com survey said.
Great-grandmother wins $5M lottery prize after completing radiation treatments for breast cancer
The 75-year-old said, "If I didn’t leave the airport, I would have never bought that ticket!"
Average home price in LA, Orange counties 10 times average income: report
The average home in Los Angeles and Orange counties costs about 10 times the average earnings, according to a new Harvard report.
US store openings currently outpace closures by 20%, report says
Several notable stores have opened new locations amid some others closing their doors. See which stores are coming to or leaving your area in 2024.
Job scams surged 118% in 2023 due to AI, watchdog group warns
People who are suspicious of a possible scam should confirm the source of the request for personal information.
El Pollo Loco's 'crazy' drive-thru prices send woman home
Restaurants including In-N-Out, McDonald's, Wendy's, Taco Bell, Chipotle, and Burger King have all raised menu prices to offset the labor costs after California increased the minimum wage for fast food workers back in April.
Prepare to pay for your bank accounts, Chase warns customers
Chase’s CEO says customers using free services like checking accounts and wealth-management tools could get charged.