Here are the most federally dependent states in 2026, data suggests
From disaster recovery to local school funding, a new analysis reveals which states are the most reliant on federal resources. See where your state ranks.
From disaster recovery to local school funding, a new analysis reveals which states are the most reliant on federal resources. See where your state ranks.
A cure for cancer would deliver $185T economic windfall, report says
A new report from free-market policy group Unleash Prosperity argues that curing cancer would deliver a staggering $185 trillion boost to the U.S. economy over 35 years.
A new report from free-market policy group Unleash Prosperity argues that curing cancer would deliver a staggering $185 trillion boost to the U.S. economy over 35 years.
Oil prices spike as Iran war intensifies: What to know
The price of oil has jumped as the Iran war is now in its second week and it's impacting consumers at the pump in the U.S.
The price of oil has jumped as the Iran war is now in its second week and it's impacting consumers at the pump in the U.S.
2 dozen states sue Trump over his latest round of global tariffs
A group of 24 states sued the Trump administration on Thursday over its latest round of global tariffs.
A group of 24 states sued the Trump administration on Thursday over its latest round of global tariffs.
Stanley Black & Decker to cut hundreds of jobs, shut Connecticut plant
Stanley Black & Decker said it will eliminate roughly 300 positions. Here's what to know.
Stanley Black & Decker said it will eliminate roughly 300 positions. Here's what to know.
Haven't filed your taxes yet? Here's how to get a bigger refund under new law
Many Americans could see changes to their tax refunds this year due to updates in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB)—here’s what to know.
Many Americans could see changes to their tax refunds this year due to updates in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB)—here’s what to know.
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.