Gen Z, millennials are reluctant to become parents

Gen Z and millennial Americans cite overwhelming student debt, the climate crisis, and low salaries as reasons they're not looking to have kids. How much has this driven down the birth rate in the U.S.?

These states are tapping historic surpluses for tax cuts and rebates

States with extra money from tax revenue and federal pandemic aid are returning billions of tax dollars to people. So far, 31 states have established some type of tax cut or rebate in their areas.

Student loan forgiveness limited for many by US drug war's legacy

A generation of Black and Hispanic Americans was disproportionately shut out of one of the keys to Biden's plan, the Pell Grant program, as part of the “war on drugs.”

This is how much money you need for a wedding in 2022

Planning a wedding? Here’s the average cost in the U.S., the average costs by category, and what couples are most willing to splurge on for their big day.

Consumer prices rise to 6.3% in July as inflation begins to ease a bit

A report released by the Commerce Department reveals that a decline in energy prices in July offered some relief amid high prices caused by inflation.

What does Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan mean for you?

The Biden administration plans to wipe out up to $20,000 in outstanding student loans for every American who received a Pell Grant (given to those with substantial financial need) likely at any point during their college years if the borrower now earns less than $125,000.

Biden's canceling of student loans relies on pandemic, 2003 law

The law was adopted with overwhelming bipartisan support at a time when U.S. forces were fighting two wars, in Afghanistan and Iraq.

Student loan forgiveness: Biden unveils plan to cancel $10K in student debt

Biden unveiled a plan to provide $10,000 of federal student loan debt relief for borrowers who earn under $125,000 annually, and more for those with the greatest financial need.

What student loans are eligible for forgiveness? Here's a breakdown

In addition to Biden’s wide-sweeping loan forgiveness plan, there are existing programs for borrowers to have some or all of their student debt erased.

Biden to make long-awaited student loan debt announcement on Wednesday, reports say

President Joe Biden on Wednesday is set to announce his long-delayed move to forgive up to $10,000 in federal student loans for many Americans and extend a pause on payments to January, according to three people familiar with the plan.

Biden readies student loan help, payment pause

President Joe Biden on Wednesday is set to announce his long-delayed move to forgive up to $10,000 in federal student loans for many Americans and extend a pause on payments to January.

Steak prices decline on waning demand

The cost of steak is on the decline while ground beef prices remain elevated as consumers adjust their protein preferences to escape soaring inflation.