Biden administration’s new student loan forgiveness steps could impact 4M borrowers
Student loan debt forgiveness could be getting closer. The U.S. Department of Education announced on Tuesday it is working to implement steps for nearly 4 million federal borrowers to reach loan forgiveness.
Student loan debt forgiveness could be getting closer. The U.S. Department of Education announced on Tuesday it is working to implement steps for nearly 4 million federal borrowers to reach loan forgiveness.
Fuel prices: How they impact the 2022 boating season
Over the past two years, demand for boat slips has 'gone up considerably.'
Over the past two years, demand for boat slips has 'gone up considerably.'
Inflation, bird flu send egg prices skyrocketing
From the end of March to the first of April, the wholesale cost for a carton of eggs in the Midwest jumped 60%, according to the United States Department of Agriculture.
From the end of March to the first of April, the wholesale cost for a carton of eggs in the Midwest jumped 60%, according to the United States Department of Agriculture.
Here's how much the Bidens paid in taxes for 2021
It’s the second straight year Biden has released his tax returns from the White House, reestablishing a tradition that presidents make their filings public after President Donald Trump declined to do so.
It’s the second straight year Biden has released his tax returns from the White House, reestablishing a tradition that presidents make their filings public after President Donald Trump declined to do so.
Wegmans to eliminate plastic bags at all stores by the end of 2022
In an effort to be more environmentally friendly, the grocery store chain said it plans to incentivize its customers to bring their own reusable bags by charging 5 cents per paper bag that the store provides.
In an effort to be more environmentally friendly, the grocery store chain said it plans to incentivize its customers to bring their own reusable bags by charging 5 cents per paper bag that the store provides.
US long-term mortgage rates rise; 30-year loan reaches 5%
Long-term U.S. mortgage rates continued to climb this week as the key 30-year loan rate reached 5% for the first time in more than a decade amid persistent high inflation.
Long-term U.S. mortgage rates continued to climb this week as the key 30-year loan rate reached 5% for the first time in more than a decade amid persistent high inflation.
Inflation woes: These price increases are hitting Americans the hardest
The highest level of inflation in over 40 years is hitting Americans hardest in areas where it’s difficult to make cuts.
The highest level of inflation in over 40 years is hitting Americans hardest in areas where it’s difficult to make cuts.
Baby formula shortage: Stores limit sales as major brands sell out nationwide
As of mid-March, about 29 percent of popular baby formula brands were sold out across the U.S., according to one analysis.
As of mid-March, about 29 percent of popular baby formula brands were sold out across the U.S., according to one analysis.
Why Biden is waiving rule on higher levels of ethanol in gas this summer
President Joe Biden says his administration will suspend a federal rule that bars higher levels of ethanol in gasoline during the summer.
President Joe Biden says his administration will suspend a federal rule that bars higher levels of ethanol in gasoline during the summer.
Food banks need more donations as costs rise
And as the need to feed hungry Long Islanders continues to increase, food and money donations are going down.
And as the need to feed hungry Long Islanders continues to increase, food and money donations are going down.
Airfares skyrocket due to jet fuel costs but travelers don't care
Domestic airfare costs $330 on average per round trip. Travel website Hopper was not expecting the U.S. air travel market to hit that number until June.
Domestic airfare costs $330 on average per round trip. Travel website Hopper was not expecting the U.S. air travel market to hit that number until June.
Once a retail giant, Kmart down to three U.S. stores after NJ closing
Once the Kmart in Avenel, New Jersey, shutters, the number of Kmarts in the U.S. -- once well over 2,000 – will be down to three last holdouts. In its heyday, Kmart sold product lines endorsed by celebrities Martha Stewart and Jaclyn Smith, sponsored NASCAR auto races and was mentioned in movies like "Beetlejuice."
Once the Kmart in Avenel, New Jersey, shutters, the number of Kmarts in the U.S. -- once well over 2,000 – will be down to three last holdouts. In its heyday, Kmart sold product lines endorsed by celebrities Martha Stewart and Jaclyn Smith, sponsored NASCAR auto races and was mentioned in movies like "Beetlejuice."
Hochul signs $220B NY state budget, boosted by federal aid, surplus
The budget is set to boost pay for health care and home care workers, shave 16 cents off the cost of a gallon of gas through December and help New Yorkers with unpaid rent and utility bills.
The budget is set to boost pay for health care and home care workers, shave 16 cents off the cost of a gallon of gas through December and help New Yorkers with unpaid rent and utility bills.
Walmart offering new truckers starting salary of up to $110,000
Walmart truck drivers could previously make an average of $87,500 in their first year
Walmart truck drivers could previously make an average of $87,500 in their first year
Deutsche Bank predicts US recession in 2023 due to Fed rate hikes
Deutsche Bank is the first major financial institution to predict a recession due to rising inflation and the Federal Reserve's hawkish plan to tame it.
Deutsche Bank is the first major financial institution to predict a recession due to rising inflation and the Federal Reserve's hawkish plan to tame it.
Biden ‘has not ruled out’ canceling student loan debts, White House says
Press Secretary Jen Psaki made the comment the same day the Biden administration announced plans to freeze federal student loan payments through Aug. 31
Press Secretary Jen Psaki made the comment the same day the Biden administration announced plans to freeze federal student loan payments through Aug. 31
Forbes billionaires 2022: See who made this year’s list of the world’s richest people
Forbes has released its list of the wealthiest people in the world this year. Check out which billionaires cracked the top-10.
Forbes has released its list of the wealthiest people in the world this year. Check out which billionaires cracked the top-10.
Best companies 2022: Linkedin unveils list of top companies to work for, Amazon ranks no. 1
Linkedin released its list of the top 50 companies to work with Amazon claiming the top spot. Here's a look at where other companies ranked.
Linkedin released its list of the top 50 companies to work with Amazon claiming the top spot. Here's a look at where other companies ranked.
The best and worst times to buy a car amid EV trends and supply-chain woes
If you’re planning to buy a car — new, used, electric, or hybrid — here are some things to consider before making your purchase, according to a car-buying expert.
If you’re planning to buy a car — new, used, electric, or hybrid — here are some things to consider before making your purchase, according to a car-buying expert.
Bitcoin 2022 conference: Miami's cryptocurrency craze on full display
Thousands of crypto enthusiasts are gathering in Miami for Bitcoin 2022 as the city builds its reputation as one of the key locations to develop blockchain technology.
Thousands of crypto enthusiasts are gathering in Miami for Bitcoin 2022 as the city builds its reputation as one of the key locations to develop blockchain technology.