Here's how much Social Security payments are projected to increase in 2026
Social Security recipients’ will likely get more money next year with cost-of-living adjustments, but the increase may not cover the full effects of rising inflation.
Social Security recipients’ will likely get more money next year with cost-of-living adjustments, but the increase may not cover the full effects of rising inflation.
Sugary drinks tied to diabetes, record beef prices & Air Canada strike | Consumer News
Consumer News: Sugary drinks may pose a higher diabetes risk than eating sugar. Beef prices have hit an all-time high. Air Canada cancels flights ahead of potential flight attendant strike. Plus, a poll finds most workers skip lunch, Bath & Body Works heads to college campus bookstores, and more.
Consumer News: Sugary drinks may pose a higher diabetes risk than eating sugar. Beef prices have hit an all-time high. Air Canada cancels flights ahead of potential flight attendant strike. Plus, a poll finds most workers skip lunch, Bath & Body Works heads to college campus bookstores, and more.
Kodak says there's 'substantial doubt' it can stay in business
Photography pioneer that filed for bankruptcy in 2012 faces renewed financial challenges.
Photography pioneer that filed for bankruptcy in 2012 faces renewed financial challenges.
US national debt hits record $37 trillion
The U.S. national debt topped $37 trillion for the first time Friday as federal borrowing hits record levels.
The U.S. national debt topped $37 trillion for the first time Friday as federal borrowing hits record levels.
Trump's tax law will benefit the rich at the cost of the poor, CBO analysis finds
The Congressional Budget Office estimates that the poorest Americans could lose more income annually compared to rich people due to President Donald Trump's tax legislation.
The Congressional Budget Office estimates that the poorest Americans could lose more income annually compared to rich people due to President Donald Trump's tax legislation.
ESPN, Fox streaming deal, flooding scams & AOL discontinues dial-up | Consumer News
Consumer News: Fox and ESPN plan a joint streaming platform. The Better Business Bureau warns of flooding scams. AOL will end dial-up internet service. Plus, NVIDIA and AMD resume chip sales to China, U.S. visits by Canadians drop, and Ford unveils plans for affordable EVs.
Consumer News: Fox and ESPN plan a joint streaming platform. The Better Business Bureau warns of flooding scams. AOL will end dial-up internet service. Plus, NVIDIA and AMD resume chip sales to China, U.S. visits by Canadians drop, and Ford unveils plans for affordable EVs.
How to teach your kids to invest early and often
Investing and markets analyst James Royal dishes out helpful tips for parents looking to get their kids into a healthy habit of investing.
Investing and markets analyst James Royal dishes out helpful tips for parents looking to get their kids into a healthy habit of investing.
Inflation report: July unchanged; Trump tells Powell lower the rate now
Inflation held steady the last month, though tariffs still threaten growing costs and impacts.
Inflation held steady the last month, though tariffs still threaten growing costs and impacts.
Powerball numbers: No $479 million jackpot winner Aug. 9
The Powerball jackpot continues to rise after no one won the big prize Saturday, Aug. 9.
The Powerball jackpot continues to rise after no one won the big prize Saturday, Aug. 9.
What Trump's tariffs mean for you: economic impact, prices and what to expect
With new tariffs in effect, we break down the economic outlook, how it could affect prices, and smart tips for consumers navigating the changes.
With new tariffs in effect, we break down the economic outlook, how it could affect prices, and smart tips for consumers navigating the changes.
Big changes coming to 401(k) after recent Trump executive order
President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing regulators to make it easier for 401(k) plans to include private equity, cryptocurrency, and other alternative investments.
President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing regulators to make it easier for 401(k) plans to include private equity, cryptocurrency, and other alternative investments.
Trump's tariff day comes amid economic uncertainty
The tariff deadline has come and gone and now we are paying more for imports from dozens of countries.
The tariff deadline has come and gone and now we are paying more for imports from dozens of countries.
Tax changes will make Social Security go insolvent sooner than previous estimate
Experts have estimated that Social Security benefits will get cut 24% at the time the program goes insolvent in 2034.
Experts have estimated that Social Security benefits will get cut 24% at the time the program goes insolvent in 2034.
Google AI education, Instagram location feature & Apple invests $100B | Business News
Business News: Google is investing $1 billion in AI education at universities and colleges. Instagram's new location-sharing feature is drawing comparisons to Snapchat's Snap Map. Apple plans to invest an extra $100 billion in the U.S. Plus, concerns are rising over ultra-processed foods, Royal Caribbean is planning price hikes, Claire's has filed for bankruptcy, and more.
Business News: Google is investing $1 billion in AI education at universities and colleges. Instagram's new location-sharing feature is drawing comparisons to Snapchat's Snap Map. Apple plans to invest an extra $100 billion in the U.S. Plus, concerns are rising over ultra-processed foods, Royal Caribbean is planning price hikes, Claire's has filed for bankruptcy, and more.
What are cryptocurrencies, digital wallets and NFTs? An expert explains | ChicagoNOW
Cryptocurrency expert Adam Hollander explains the rise of digital currency. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
Cryptocurrency expert Adam Hollander explains the rise of digital currency. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
Spotify Premium price hike, Brazilian coffee tariffs & rise in robocalls | Consumer News
Consumer News: Spotify raises premium subscription prices in select regions. Tariffs on Brazilian coffee could drive up costs. A new report shows Americans received 53 billion robocalls last year. Plus, grocery prices top the list of adult stressors, colon cancer diagnoses rise, smoking raises oral cancer risk, and the FDA expands a butter recall.
Consumer News: Spotify raises premium subscription prices in select regions. Tariffs on Brazilian coffee could drive up costs. A new report shows Americans received 53 billion robocalls last year. Plus, grocery prices top the list of adult stressors, colon cancer diagnoses rise, smoking raises oral cancer risk, and the FDA expands a butter recall.
Majority of Americans stressed about grocery costs: Poll
More than 50% of people admit that the cost of groceries is a “major" stressor for them, a new poll finds.
More than 50% of people admit that the cost of groceries is a “major" stressor for them, a new poll finds.
All eyes on Wall Street after selloff, Trump weighs in on Sydney Sweeney ad
Will the stock market recover Monday after last week's selloff? And President Trump weighed in on the controversial Sydney Sweeney ad.
Will the stock market recover Monday after last week's selloff? And President Trump weighed in on the controversial Sydney Sweeney ad.
Student loan wage garnishment could start soon: Here's what you can do
Student loan borrowers who default on their loans could see 15% of their paychecks docked by the federal government soon.
Student loan borrowers who default on their loans could see 15% of their paychecks docked by the federal government soon.
Sluggish summer in Sin City: Las Vegas sees big drop in tourists
The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority saw a double-digit decline in visitors in June compared to the same time last year.
The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority saw a double-digit decline in visitors in June compared to the same time last year.