Average long-term US mortgage rate hovers near 7%

The average 30-year fixed loan was 7.08% this week, according to Bankrate’s latest survey of large lenders. Here’s what a monthly mortgage payment at the current rate would look like.

Gas, housing and car insurance costs soar, fueling inflation in March

Shelter, gas and car insurance costs weighed heavily on consumer expenses, contributing to over half of the monthly increase in March, according to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

USPS proposes raising stamp prices again

The U.S. Postal Service is proposing another increase in stamp prices.

Inflation accelerates more than expected in March as high prices persist

The Labor Department has released its closely-watched report for March, showing inflation accelerated again for the third straight month.

This is how much the 'American Dream' costs in California

The American Dream is more expensive in California than nearly every other state in the U.S., according to a new study.

LA County looking to help 99 Cent Store employees

The LA County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a motion from Supervisor Janice Hahn to do all they can to help thousands of soon-to-be laid off workers from the 99 Cents Only Stores.

America's top 1% has total net worth of $44 trillion

Recent Federal Reserve data reveals that America's wealthiest 1%, with assets exceeding $11 million, amassed a record $44.6 trillion in wealth by the end of the fourth quarter of 2023, with fluctuations observed based on geographical location.

Comic featuring Superman’s first appearance sells for record $6 million

An original print version of the comic book was sold at an auction last week, shattering a record held by another comic which sold for over $3 million in 2021.

Powerball drawing held after delay: See the winning numbers

The Powerball drawing was held early Sunday after a delay, with one ticket in Oregon winning the $1.3 billion jackpot.