Mega Millions player strikes $800 million jackpot
The grand prize in Tuesday's drawing was the seventh-largest prize in the game's history.
Census Bureau reports average household income
The US Census Bureau says the average household income has increased year-over-year and is back over $80,000.
Here's how much the typical American household earned last year
The inflation-adjusted median income of U.S. households rebounded last year to roughly its 2019 level.
Diddy forced to pay inmate $100M in sexual-assault case: Details
Derrick Lee Cardello-Smith, 51, a Michigan inmate, claims he and Diddy 'go way back' and alleges that Diddy drugged and sexually assaulted him at a 1997 party in Detroit. Watch the ruling and read the allegations here.
Company plans to track workers' locations in return-to-office crackdown
One of the world's biggest consulting and accounting firms plans to monitor its employees' locations to ensure compliance with a stricter return-to-office policy set to take effect next year.
Where Trump, Harris stand on the economy, wages, and taxes
Heading into a highly competitive election race, Vice President Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are outlining their policies to manage the economy.
$7.8M lottery ticket sold at Mesa grocery store
A lottery ticket worth millions of dollars was sold at an East Valley grocery store near Ellsworth and Brown Roads, officials said.
Elon Musk could become world's first trillionaire by 2027
Elon Musk could become the first trillionaire within the next couple of years, according to a new report.
Selena Gomez is now a billionaire, Bloomberg reports
Selena Gomez made Bloomberg’s Billionaires Index for the first time, but the vast majority of her wealth is not tied to music tours or album sales.
August jobs report shows job losses for US-born workers, gains for foreign-born
The August jobs report reveals a sharp contrast in the U.S. job market, with US-born workers losing over 1.3 million jobs in the past year, while foreign-born workers gained more than 1.2 million jobs.
US economy adds 142,000 jobs as unemployment rate falls slightly, Dept. of Labor reports
Hiring in the U.S. grew slightly in August compared to last month as the unemployment rate dipped for the first time in a few months.
Social Security: Without reform, retirees could lose this much in annual benefits, report says
If Social Security is depleted by 2033, as is currently projected without reform, there would be a mandated 21% across-the-board Social Security benefit cut for retirees, the report says.
Trump suggests tariffs would lower US childcare costs in major economic speech
Donald Trump proposed raising tariffs to lower U.S. child care costs in a major economic speech, while also outlining plans to boost energy production and cut corporate taxes.
AAA study shows vehicle maintenance costs have risen by an estimated $115 per month
The cost of owning and maintaining a car is on the rise, according to a new report.
1 in 3 Americans declining wedding invites due to cost, survey finds
As wedding costs continue to trend upward, the logistics are taking a financial toll on another unexpected source - the guests.
Why are so many restaurant chains filing for bankruptcy this year?
The year has not even reached its fourth quarter and bankruptcies among restaurant chains, operating companies and large franchisees are already nearly double what they were in 2023.
Mega Millions numbers: Jackpot rises to $740M after no grand prize winner
Here are the Mega Millions winning numbers drawn on Tuesday night, which brought two $1 million winners. The jackpot is now at an estimated $740 million.
Americans turn to sausage as economic pressures persist, survey finds
A new survey reveals that more Americans are opting for sausage over pricier meats.
Social Security September payment schedule: Here’s when beneficiaries will get their checks
Many Social Security retirement, disability, and survivor beneficiaries will receive their September payments on either the second, third, or fourth Wednesday of the month.
More than 50% of Americans opting for 'rent-first' lifestyle, survey finds
A recent survey by Credit Karma reveals that over 50% of Americans are choosing a 'rent-first' lifestyle, prioritizing flexibility and savings over traditional ownership in various aspects of life, from housing to cars and fashion.