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.
Nancy Guthrie disappearance case puts spotlight on cryptocurrency tracking
The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie has drawn attention to the role of cryptocurrency in kidnappings following reports that her alleged captors are demanding payment in Bitcoin.
The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie has drawn attention to the role of cryptocurrency in kidnappings following reports that her alleged captors are demanding payment in Bitcoin.
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.
SNAP junk-food purchase restrictions taking effect in three more states - see where
More states are implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.
More states are implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.
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.
Where are property taxes highest and lowest? Analysis of cities and states
The Midwest and Northeast states carry the highest tax rates, led by Illinois and New Jersey. Here’s a look at the rest.
The Midwest and Northeast states carry the highest tax rates, led by Illinois and New Jersey. Here’s a look at the rest.
January jobs report shows US added 130K jobs exceeding economists expectations
The Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) jobs report released Wednesday shows U.S. employers added 130,000 jobs in January, above the expectations of economists.
The Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) jobs report released Wednesday shows U.S. employers added 130,000 jobs in January, above the expectations of economists.
Average NJ property tax bill tops $10K; thousands of homeowners challenge billions in assessed value
More than 15,700 property tax appeals were filed in NJ in 2025, challenging nearly $25B in assessed value. County boards reduced about $2B. Here’s what that means for taxpayers.
More than 15,700 property tax appeals were filed in NJ in 2025, challenging nearly $25B in assessed value. County boards reduced about $2B. Here’s what that means for taxpayers.
Nearly 30% of Americans would marry for money in current economy, survey reveals
Love or money? A new survey finds many Americans weigh financial stability heavily in romance – and some even stay in relationships for the paycheck.
Love or money? A new survey finds many Americans weigh financial stability heavily in romance – and some even stay in relationships for the paycheck.
What happens if you can’t afford to pay your taxes in 2026? IRS options explained
If you can’t pay your tax bill in full, the IRS offers payment plans, settlements and hardship options — but penalties and interest can grow quickly.
If you can’t pay your tax bill in full, the IRS offers payment plans, settlements and hardship options — but penalties and interest can grow quickly.
When are Connecticut income taxes due in 2026? Filing deadlines, refund timeline
Here’s what Connecticut taxpayers need to know about 2026 income tax filing deadlines, extensions and refunds.
Here’s what Connecticut taxpayers need to know about 2026 income tax filing deadlines, extensions and refunds.
Debt collection calls spiked in 2025: Here's where
Complaints about debt collection calls rose sharply across the country in 2025, according to new data from the Federal Trade Commission.
Complaints about debt collection calls rose sharply across the country in 2025, according to new data from the Federal Trade Commission.
When are New Jersey income taxes due in 2026? Filing deadlines, refund timeline
New Jersey taxpayers have until April to file their state income tax return. Here’s a breakdown of key 2026 deadlines.
New Jersey taxpayers have until April to file their state income tax return. Here’s a breakdown of key 2026 deadlines.
When are New York income taxes due in 2026? Filing deadlines, refund timeline
Here’s when you need to file your 2026 New York State tax return and when New York City property tax payments are due.
Here’s when you need to file your 2026 New York State tax return and when New York City property tax payments are due.
Eddie Bauer retail operator files for bankruptcy, begins liquidation sales
The 106-year-old brand founded in Seattle will begin liquidation sales while seeking buyer for brick-and-mortar operations.
The 106-year-old brand founded in Seattle will begin liquidation sales while seeking buyer for brick-and-mortar operations.
TJ Maxx set to open new store in Herald Square
The opening will mark TJ Maxx’s first new New York City store in more than a decade.
The opening will mark TJ Maxx’s first new New York City store in more than a decade.
Walmart boosts pay potential for some pharmacy staff, college degree not required
Walmart is expanding higher-paying pharmacy leadership roles and boosting earning potential for thousands of workers.
Walmart is expanding higher-paying pharmacy leadership roles and boosting earning potential for thousands of workers.