Here's what most Americans say the country's top problem is – and it's a familiar one
A new poll is revealing Americans’ top concern in February. Here’s what the survey found.
A new poll is revealing Americans’ top concern in February. Here’s what the survey found.
Americans hit with soaring electricity bills as price hikes outpace inflation nationwide
Electricity prices have risen faster than the pace of inflation in the last year. Here's how much costs are up from a year ago.
Electricity prices have risen faster than the pace of inflation in the last year. Here's how much costs are up from a year ago.
These cities rank as the hardest working places in America in 2026, data suggests
Which city is the “hardest-working" city in America? WalletHub looked at key metrics to find which cities work the hardest. Here’s the list.
Which city is the “hardest-working" city in America? WalletHub looked at key metrics to find which cities work the hardest. Here’s the list.
2026 SNAP benefit amounts: Here’s how much families can receive in New York, New Jersey
SNAP benefit amounts for 2026 vary by household size and income. This article explains the maximum monthly benefits and how payments are calculated.
SNAP benefit amounts for 2026 vary by household size and income. This article explains the maximum monthly benefits and how payments are calculated.
Deadliest jobs in America revealed
More than 5,000 work-related deaths were recorded in the U.S. in 2024.
More than 5,000 work-related deaths were recorded in the U.S. in 2024.
Trump enacts 10% global tariffs in response to Supreme Court decision
President Donald Trump used another law — Section 232 of the 1962 Trade Expansion Act — to slap 10% sectoral tariffs on steel and aluminum, cars, copper, lumber and products like kitchen cabinets worldwide.
President Donald Trump used another law — Section 232 of the 1962 Trade Expansion Act — to slap 10% sectoral tariffs on steel and aluminum, cars, copper, lumber and products like kitchen cabinets worldwide.
Supreme Court rules Trump's tariffs violated federal law
On Friday, the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s global tariffs, handing Trump a major loss on an issue important to his economic agenda.
On Friday, the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s global tariffs, handing Trump a major loss on an issue important to his economic agenda.
US stocks remain relatively calm after Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s tariffs
U.S. stocks edged slightly higher on Friday after the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs.
U.S. stocks edged slightly higher on Friday after the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs.
Ohio governor says ending property taxes could push state's sales tax to 20%
Republican Gov. Mike DeWine says sales tax could jump to 20% to replace $24 billion in lost property tax revenue if a constitutional amendment passes.
Republican Gov. Mike DeWine says sales tax could jump to 20% to replace $24 billion in lost property tax revenue if a constitutional amendment passes.
TikTok claims 401(k)s are a scam — financial experts strongly disagree
Despite viral social media claims that 401(k) retirement plans are a scam, financial professionals say they can be powerful tools for building long-term savings when used wisely.
Despite viral social media claims that 401(k) retirement plans are a scam, financial professionals say they can be powerful tools for building long-term savings when used wisely.
What to know about Mamdani’s tax plan Menin says is ‘off the table’
On Wednesday, Menin said raising property taxes "is not on the table" for the council right now, pushing back on Mamdani’s claim to raise taxes.
On Wednesday, Menin said raising property taxes "is not on the table" for the council right now, pushing back on Mamdani’s claim to raise taxes.
States with the highest property taxes in 2026
Property taxes can be either a small cost or a major financial strain, depending on your location. A recent report highlights where Americans are feeling the greatest pressure on their budgets from these yearly expenses.
Property taxes can be either a small cost or a major financial strain, depending on your location. A recent report highlights where Americans are feeling the greatest pressure on their budgets from these yearly expenses.
Inflation measure dips to nearly five-year low as gas prices drop, housing costs ease
The latest Consumer Price Index released Friday shows that inflation is cooling slightly as apartment prices slowed and gas prices dipped, offering a bit of relief to consumers dealing with rising costs in the past couple of years.
The latest Consumer Price Index released Friday shows that inflation is cooling slightly as apartment prices slowed and gas prices dipped, offering a bit of relief to consumers dealing with rising costs in the past couple of years.
Francesca's files for bankruptcy, launches closing sales at all locations
Women's retailer Francesca's launched going-out-of-business sales with discounts up to 40% off all merchandise categories after filing for bankruptcy.
Women's retailer Francesca's launched going-out-of-business sales with discounts up to 40% off all merchandise categories after filing for bankruptcy.
New NYC ride app claims fares up to 20% cheaper than Uber, Lyft — but city says it’s illegal
Empower is recruiting TLC-licensed Uber and Lyft drivers, promising they can keep 100% of fares and set their own prices. Drivers pay a monthly subscription ranging from $50 to $350.
Empower is recruiting TLC-licensed Uber and Lyft drivers, promising they can keep 100% of fares and set their own prices. Drivers pay a monthly subscription ranging from $50 to $350.
Grocery costs in 2026: Which states are spending the most on food?
As the cost of groceries continues to rise, Americans are spending more of their income to feed their families. See which states spend the most on food.
As the cost of groceries continues to rise, Americans are spending more of their income to feed their families. See which states spend the most on food.
Heineken to cut up to 6,000 jobs globally, lowers profit growth forecast amid industry struggles
Heineken's planned job reductions amount to nearly 7% of the company’s workforce.
Heineken's planned job reductions amount to nearly 7% of the company’s workforce.
How far do you live from an affordable grocery store? New map reveals surprising food deserts
ILSR created an interactive map showing how close Americans live to affordable grocery stores and highlighting the growing spread of food deserts.
ILSR created an interactive map showing how close Americans live to affordable grocery stores and highlighting the growing spread of food deserts.
The surprising reason why Americans could face high beef prices for years
Economists warn Americans shouldn’t expect relief on beef prices anytime soon. Here's why.
Economists warn Americans shouldn’t expect relief on beef prices anytime soon. Here's why.
These are NYC’s cheapest neighborhoods and what you must earn to live there: report
Renters in NYC can still find apartments well below the city’s median monthly rent — if they know where to look. Here's a list.
Renters in NYC can still find apartments well below the city’s median monthly rent — if they know where to look. Here's a list.