Bank of America cuts overdraft fees

Bank of America is slashing the amount it charges customers when they spend more than they have in their accounts and plans to eliminate entirely its fees for bounced checks.

Man who paid former employee's final paycheck in pennies gets sued by US Dept. of Labor

The repair shop boss in Georgia who paid a former employee in oil-soaked pennies dumped in his driveway with a vulgar note is being sued by the US Department of Labor.

NY mobile sports gambling to go live this weekend

State elected officials approved mobile sports betting in April and have estimated it could bring in up to $500 million in tax revenue annually.

Powerball winning numbers for Wednesday, January 5, 2022; $630M jackpot

Here are the winning Powerball numbers for Wednesday, January 5, 2022. The Powerball jackpot has climbed to an estimated $630 million, the seventh-largest jackpot in the game’s history.

Powerball jackpot climbs to $610 million

2022 comes with another shot at winning the massive Powerball lottery after no winners on Monday. 

Getting out of debt is a top New Year's resolution, study finds

Most consumers are considering a financial New Year's resolution, according to a recent study from Fidelity. Keep reading to learn how you can meet your financial goals in 2022.

Families are using the child tax credit to pay off debt, Census Bureau finds

Eligible households have been using the monthly payment to supplement household spending and pay off debt, data shows. But the future of the child tax credit hangs in the balance as the Biden administration struggles to pass the Build Back Better bill, which would extend the benefit through 2022.

Virginia dad wins $1M jackpot while on chocolate milk run for kids

Dennis Willoughby stopped at a 7-Eleven store in Richmond to buy the drinks and to buy a $1 million Platinum Jackpot scratch-off ticket.

Nearly 200,000 families in Connecticut to get tax credit boost

The Connecticut Department of Revenue Services plans to issue checks for the additional credit to eligible households before the end of February.

Year-end tax tips: Ways to prepare, maximize refund, and more

2021 is coming to an end, which means it’s almost time to file your taxes. Here are some expert tips on ways to prepare and possibly maximize your refund.

Powerball jackpot climbs to $416 million ahead of Monday's drawing

The $416 million Powerball Jackpot, the game’s second most valuable grand prize of the year, is up for grabs again Monday night.

Biden extends federal student loan payment pause until May 1

President Joe Biden has extended the student loan payment freeze by 90 days through May 1, 2022, “as we manage the ongoing pandemic and further strengthen our economic recovery.”

Seafood inflation means a pricier Feast of the Seven Fishes

Fish markets such as Syosset Seafood have had to raise prices this year to reflect higher costs from suppliers. That means some families are scaling back their holiday meals.

New York minimum wage increasing on Dec. 31

The minimum wage for workers outside of New York City is going up on Dec. 31st. Here's the new rate.

Zelle scam: Police renew warning about money transfer app

Police have another warning about the ways scammers are using money transfer apps to target victims and their bank accounts.