Government shutdown begins. What happens now?
While many federal agencies still operate during the shutdown, government employees’ jobs and several public services will be impacted. Here’s what you need to know.
Here's how a government shutdown affects student loan payments
The U.S. Department of Education says many of its core operations will continue despite a government shutdown – though 87% of its workforce will be furloughed.
Social Security October payment schedule: Here’s when recipients get their checks
The Social Security Administration sends regular monthly payments, and the date varies depending on birth date or when you began receiving benefits. Here's what to expect in October.
Two-thirds of Americans back Trump's $1,000 baby savings plan proposal, new survey finds
The enthusiasm for the savings program comes as millions of Americans struggle to set aside money for the future.
U.S. military service members aren’t paid during government shutdown; most VA services not impacted
During a government shutdown, members of the United States military, including active duty, National Guard, and reserve members, are not paid but must continue to report for duty to carry out their assigned responsibilities. Members of the Coast Guard are also not paid during the shutdown.
Airlines warn government shutdown could disrupt flights, strain aviation system
The Modern Skies Coalition says a shutdown would force the FAA to suspend hiring and training, delay safety initiatives and create costly backlogs.
Gen Z faces harsh financial reality as credit scores plunge to dangerous record lows across America
Experts warn that pandemic spending, student loan delinquencies and poor money habits have left young Americans vulnerable to a lifetime of higher costs and fewer choices.
RadioShack, Pier 1 Imports owners accused of operating $112 million Ponzi scheme
The SEC accused Alex Mehr and Tai Lopez of misleading investors about the struggling retail brands' performance.
Social Security to stop issuing paper checks: What to know
Electronic payments will officially begin on Sept. 30.
Starbucks closing stores and laying off hundreds of workers
The coffee chain is making staffing cuts and plans to close an unknown number of store locations in the coming days.
Inglewood to pay innocent man $25M in wrongful convention lawsuit
The city of Inglewood has agreed to pay a record $25 million to settle a civil rights lawsuit brought by Maurice Hastings, a man who was wrongfully imprisoned for over 38 years.
Disney raising subscription prices again — here’s when it takes effect
Disney+ and Hulu customers are about to pay more, as the company prepares another round of streaming price hikes.
FTC sues Ticketmaster and Live Nation over ticket resales, alleges 'deceptive' pricing
The Federal Trade Commission and seven states sued Ticketmaster and Live Nation, accusing them of deceptive pricing and allowing brokers to resell tickets at inflated prices.
Social Security retirement age could jump as White House considers options
The Social Security Administration commissioner said “everything is being considered" when asked during an interview about raising the retirement age.
These states have the most student loan debt in 2025, data finds
Millions of borrowers are figuring out how to pay back their student loans, but some states are affected differently than others based on data from a new report.
SoCal Edison rate hike - here's how much your electric bill will increase
The hike is one of several Southern California Edison has proposed, with more increases expected through 2028.
Americans value college less than ever, but here’s what salary data says
A Gallup poll shows fewer Americans consider college essential, but new Census data reveals a stark pay gap between workers with degrees and those without.
Amazon spending $1B on employee raises, health care
The average pay will increase to more than $23 an hour, Amazon said.
Fed rate cuts: What they mean for you
The Federal Reserve is meeting Tuesday to decide whether to lower interest rates. Here’s what a cut would mean for mortgages, credit cards, auto loans, savings accounts and investments.