Congress avoids government shutdown with spending bill
The plan to keep the government funded includes more money for the Secret Service. Congress avoided a government shutdown Sunday with a temporary spending bill.
The plan to keep the government funded includes more money for the Secret Service. Congress avoided a government shutdown Sunday with a temporary spending bill.
Would Harris or Trump do a better job on the economy? Voters spilt in new poll
About 4 in 10 registered voters say Trump would do a better job handling the economy, while a similar number say that about Harris, according to a new AP-NORC poll.
About 4 in 10 registered voters say Trump would do a better job handling the economy, while a similar number say that about Harris, according to a new AP-NORC poll.
Here are the states where student loan delinquency is increasing the most
With student loan payments having resumed over the past year, many people have struggled to keep up.
With student loan payments having resumed over the past year, many people have struggled to keep up.
Federal Reserve slashes key rate by half-point, signals end of inflation battle
The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by an unusually large half-point, a dramatic shift after more than two years of high rates helped tame inflation but that also made borrowing painfully expensive for consumers.
The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by an unusually large half-point, a dramatic shift after more than two years of high rates helped tame inflation but that also made borrowing painfully expensive for consumers.
Federal Reserve set to cut interest rates
What does this mean for your wallet? Anthony O'Neal, personal finance expert, weighs in.
What does this mean for your wallet? Anthony O'Neal, personal finance expert, weighs in.
How the expected rate cut could impact your money
The Federal Reserve's latest meeting starts wrapping up today when the central bank is expected to finally announce a long-awaited cut in its key interest rate. Here to explain the impact this will have on U.S. consumers is Mark Weinraub with Crain's Chicago Business.
The Federal Reserve's latest meeting starts wrapping up today when the central bank is expected to finally announce a long-awaited cut in its key interest rate. Here to explain the impact this will have on U.S. consumers is Mark Weinraub with Crain's Chicago Business.
Not just salary: New listing ranks best and worst states for teachers
Teaching is among the lowest paying jobs which requires a bachelor’s degree in the United States.
Teaching is among the lowest paying jobs which requires a bachelor’s degree in the United States.
Moms lose average of $9,500 on maternity leave, survey reveals
Women reported taking about 11 weeks of maternity leave on average, and 25% took six weeks or less.
Women reported taking about 11 weeks of maternity leave on average, and 25% took six weeks or less.
Study finds only 9 cities where childcare is cheaper than rent
Parents are facing the financial challenges of managing high childcare expenses that surpass what they pay for rent in most U.S. cities, according to a new study.
Parents are facing the financial challenges of managing high childcare expenses that surpass what they pay for rent in most U.S. cities, according to a new study.
Federal Reserve meets amid call for interest rate cuts
The Federal Reserve began two days of meetings Tuesday with interest rates on the docket. They will announce their decision Wednesday afternoon.
The Federal Reserve began two days of meetings Tuesday with interest rates on the docket. They will announce their decision Wednesday afternoon.
Time to plan for holiday travels
It's never too early to start thinking about your holiday travel plans. The sooner you nail down your dates the more money you can save.
It's never too early to start thinking about your holiday travel plans. The sooner you nail down your dates the more money you can save.
Here's how much Americans expect to pay for a used car, and how much it will actually cost
Buying a car is a big financial commitment and a recent survey finds that consumers in the market for a new vehicle are only willing to purchase one under these circumstances.
Buying a car is a big financial commitment and a recent survey finds that consumers in the market for a new vehicle are only willing to purchase one under these circumstances.
Home Depot to pay nearly $2M penalty for allegedly overcharging customers
Home Depot is required to implement a price accuracy program.
Home Depot is required to implement a price accuracy program.
Poll shows Americans take dim view of grocery industry amid recalls, inflation
A recent Gallup poll reveals a shift in Americans' opinions of the grocery industry, with more negative than positive views for the first time. Concerns over inflation and food safety have contributed to declining confidence in a once highly-rated sector.
A recent Gallup poll reveals a shift in Americans' opinions of the grocery industry, with more negative than positive views for the first time. Concerns over inflation and food safety have contributed to declining confidence in a once highly-rated sector.
Fast food kids meal prices jump: Here's how much they've increased over 10 years
A new study reveals that fast food kids meal prices have risen 43% over the past decade, outpacing inflation. Chick-fil-A leads with a 63% increase, while Dairy Queen saw the smallest change at 21%. Find out how your favorite chains compare.
A new study reveals that fast food kids meal prices have risen 43% over the past decade, outpacing inflation. Chick-fil-A leads with a 63% increase, while Dairy Queen saw the smallest change at 21%. Find out how your favorite chains compare.
Rare dime likely worth over $500K could be hiding in your pocket
A rare dime from 1975 that lacks the letter "S" for the San Francisco mint it came from is up for auction and is expected to fetch more than $500,000.
A rare dime from 1975 that lacks the letter "S" for the San Francisco mint it came from is up for auction and is expected to fetch more than $500,000.
Where is inflation the highest? Chicago, New York rank near top
New data released by the Labor Department revealed which cities have the highest inflation rates.
New data released by the Labor Department revealed which cities have the highest inflation rates.
Tips for healing from financial anxiety
Personal finance expert Anthony O'Neal dishes out money tips from his new book "Take Your Seat at the Table."
Personal finance expert Anthony O'Neal dishes out money tips from his new book "Take Your Seat at the Table."
Pritzker says state can only do so much to help Chicago's financial issues
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker said Chicago officials have not approached him about the city's budget deficit.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker said Chicago officials have not approached him about the city's budget deficit.
Pritzker says state support for Chicago's financial challenges is limited
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker said Chicago officials have not approached him about the city's budget deficit.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker said Chicago officials have not approached him about the city's budget deficit.