Rising gas prices: Ways to maximize your fuel economy

As gas prices continue to climb, here are some tips and tricks to help save you money and maximize your fuel economy.

New record for NJ sports betting; $1.34B in bets made

New Jersey surpassed its best month in January, taking in $1.34 billion in bets, up more than 40% from January 2021.

2022 weddings will cost more; here are some ways to save

An estimated 2.5 million weddings plan to take place in 2022 and, as with some many other things, couples can expect to pay more amid rising prices.

What is inflation? Why consumer prices are rising

Chances are you already understand what inflation is even if you don't know the formal definition. Inflation has already affected your level of spending. You've noted that filling up your car costs a lot more. You've been shocked by spiking utility bills. And you've shaken your head at the grocery store checkout line.

Spiking utility bills shock NYC residents

Some New Yorkers say their Con Edison bills have shot up by as much as 300%. Con Ed says don't blame us.

What is the consumer price index and how is it used to measure inflation?

The Consumer Price Index (CPI) measures the change in prices paid by consumers for goods and services and is often used as a way to gauge inflation.

Beware of the Zelle scam that asks you to reverse the transaction

Scammers are sending text messages pretending to be a bank doing a Zelle money transfer and asking victims to reverse transactions and stealing the money.

US job growth soars past expectations with 467,000 added, shaking off omicron surge

U.S. job growth blew past expectations in January, as the economy brushed off a record-breaking surge in COVID-19 cases nationwide that threatened to sideline millions of workers and kept many consumers at home.

Starbucks to raise menu prices to offset inflation

The Seattle-based coffee franchise had already raised prices — once in October 2021 and December 2021 — but inflation woes and labor issues have forced the company to hike prices once again.

National debt tops $30 trillion

Treasury Department data shows new milestone as government spending continues to soar

Valentine's Day 2022: Spending expected to near $24B

More than half of U.S. consumers are planning to celebrate Valentine's Day despite rising inflation.

Tax season 2022: What you need to know about filing your taxes

The IRS is requesting people to file their tax returns ahead of the April 18 deadline to avoid delays in their payments.

Expecting a tax refund from the IRS? Here's how long it could take

Nearly three-quarters of filers received a tax refund last year, with an average payment of about $2,800, the IRS said recently – a major influx of money for most households that many Americans depend on.

Rare US silver dollar coin sold for $12M by Las Vegas man

GreatCollections Coin Auctions bought a rare silver dollar coin from a Las Vegas man for $12 million with experts saying the coin dates back to 1794.

Mega Millions jackpot reaches $421 million; drawing Friday night

At $421 million, Friday’s jackpot is creeping closer to being in Mega Millions’ 10 most valuable jackpots of all time.