Amazon apologizes for tweet, acknowledges drivers ‘do have trouble’ finding restrooms

In a tweet directed at a U.S. representative, Amazon denied rumors that employees work so hard they have to urinate in empty water bottles. Amazon took a step back and apologized, acknowledging some of its drivers do have that problem.

Governors call on Biden to lift $10K cap on tax deductions

In a letter sent to President Biden, the governors of seven states argued that Democratic-run states and their taxpayers were disproportionately targeted under President Trump's massive 2017 tax law.

Hiring ramps up as US adds 916K jobs in March

America’s employers unleashed a burst of hiring in March, adding 916,000 jobs in a sign that a sustained recovery from the pandemic recession is taking hold.

Do you have enough life insurance coverage?

Ensure your family has the financial cushion they need if something happens to you. Find a life insurance policy that fits your needs by visiting Credible today.

IRS warns of tax refund email scam targeting college students and staff

The IRS issued a warning this week about an ongoing tax refund phishing scam targeting students and staff at colleges and universities who have a “.edu” email address.

Have bad credit? Here’s what you can do to help fix it

Toxic credit is a big stepping stone to financial struggles. Here’s how to fight the good fight and repair bad credit – before it damages your finances.

NY Legislature passes marijuana legalization bill

If the legislation passes, as it is expected to, New York would become the 16th state to legalize marijuana sales to adults. 

Student loan payment pause extended to borrowers who have defaulted on private loans

The federal government has extended a pause on student loan payments to more than 1 million people who have defaulted on loans held by private lenders, aiding thousands who were at risk of having tax returns seized to pay the debts.

Suez Canal Debacle: Cargo ship is free but effects on trade will linger

The contents of the Ever Given and millions of more containers on the 350-plus other vessels stuck waiting to enter the canal must find their ways to their final destinations.

Biden signs extension of Paycheck Protection Program for small businesses by 2 months

President Joe Biden singed an extension of the Paycheck Protection Program a day before it was poised to expire, giving small businesses until May 31 to apply.

NY, other states struggling to get federal rent relief to tenants

New York and other states failed to spend tens of millions of federal dollars aimed at helping renters avoid eviction.

New York's legal marijuana marketplace will take years to develop

After reaching a deal Saturday night, New York lawmakers are planning to soon vote on a bill to make recreation pot use legal. The first dispensaries could open in about a year and a half.

How to check if your car insurance payment is too much

Car insurance can be expensive but you may be able to reduce your rates. Follow these five steps to make sure you aren't paying too much for car insurance.

What is a good interest rate on a personal loan?

Educate yourself and make smart choices to get the best possible interest rate on a personal loan.

Student loan forgiveness: Department of Education cancels debt for more than 40,000 with disabilities

The U.S. Education Department is temporarily relaxing the rules of a student loan forgiveness program that's meant to help people with disabilities but that critics say carries overly burdensome rules.

Ban on renter evictions during COVID-19 pandemic extended through June 30

The CDC on Monday moved to continue the pandemic-related protection, which had been scheduled to expire on March 31. Here’s how to be eligible.