Trump reportedly ponders $5K baby bonus as US fertility rate remains near record low
The Trump administration is reportedly looking at ways to incentivize having a baby to increase the U.S. birth rate, which remains near a record low according to newly-released CDC data.
The Trump administration is reportedly looking at ways to incentivize having a baby to increase the U.S. birth rate, which remains near a record low according to newly-released CDC data.
Intel to lay off over 20% of its workers. What we know
The job cuts come as Intel works to modify its business operations.
The job cuts come as Intel works to modify its business operations.
Here's the salary each generation feels they need in 2025, according to survey
What salary that Americans feel they need to live comfortably depends on generation, according to a new survey.
What salary that Americans feel they need to live comfortably depends on generation, according to a new survey.
Stock market sees slight bounce back after losses
Investors are hoping for another big day on Wall Street after a massive rebound yesterday.
Investors are hoping for another big day on Wall Street after a massive rebound yesterday.
Trump says he won’t fire Fed chair, days after hinting otherwise and triggering market dip
President Trump said Tuesday he does not plan to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, easing market fears after earlier threats to remove him triggered a selloff.
President Trump said Tuesday he does not plan to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, easing market fears after earlier threats to remove him triggered a selloff.
Nearly half of newlywed homeowners asked for down payment help instead of wedding gifts
Newlyweds admit that they are prioritizing their dream home over wedding gifts based on a new poll.
Newlyweds admit that they are prioritizing their dream home over wedding gifts based on a new poll.
Illinois Dems slam Trump admin over Social Security staff cuts
The Trump administration is planning to lay off near 7,000 Social Security employees and Illinois elected officials are fighting back.
The Trump administration is planning to lay off near 7,000 Social Security employees and Illinois elected officials are fighting back.
Student loan collections to resume next month: What to know
The Education Department will resume collections on defaulted federal student loans starting next month.
The Education Department will resume collections on defaulted federal student loans starting next month.
Americans considering filing for bankruptcy hits highest level since pandemic
Growing concerns about tariffs and debt were some of the reasons people looked into bankruptcy filings, a recent report shows.
Growing concerns about tariffs and debt were some of the reasons people looked into bankruptcy filings, a recent report shows.
'Spend in the Black' aims to reclaim the Black dollar on Chicago's South Side, organizers say
$1,000 giveaways, 100 vendors, and a big message: reclaim the Black dollar. See what's happening in Chicago this weekend.
$1,000 giveaways, 100 vendors, and a big message: reclaim the Black dollar. See what's happening in Chicago this weekend.
Cook County tax assessor explains exemptions
Time is running out for property tax exemptions that can save you hundreds of dollars. Here's what you should know.
Time is running out for property tax exemptions that can save you hundreds of dollars. Here's what you should know.
'Spend in the Black' aims to reclaim the Black dollar in Chicago
$1,000 giveaways, 100 vendors, and a big message: reclaim the Black dollar. See what's happening this weekend in Chicago.
$1,000 giveaways, 100 vendors, and a big message: reclaim the Black dollar. See what's happening this weekend in Chicago.
Trump says he wants to fire Federal Reserve Chair Powell: 'I'm not happy with him'
President Trump slammed Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Thursday, after he warned that Trump's tariffs could slow growth and spike inflation.
President Trump slammed Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Thursday, after he warned that Trump's tariffs could slow growth and spike inflation.
Can Trump fire the fed chair? President lashes out at Powell for economic outlook
President Trump has hinted that he wants to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for his economic outlook and refusal to lower interest rates. Can he do that?
President Trump has hinted that he wants to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for his economic outlook and refusal to lower interest rates. Can he do that?
New bipartisan tax proposal could give your family more money
A bipartisan group of lawmakers is pushing to make the adoption tax credit refundable, which could allow more families to get the credit even if it's more than their “tax burden."
A bipartisan group of lawmakers is pushing to make the adoption tax credit refundable, which could allow more families to get the credit even if it's more than their “tax burden."
United Airlines calls economy ‘impossible to predict’ as Trump tariffs cloud business outlook
United Airlines said the economy is “impossible to predict” as Trump’s trade war adds confusion to business forecasts. Companies like Nvidia, AMD, and ASML also report disruptions.
United Airlines said the economy is “impossible to predict” as Trump’s trade war adds confusion to business forecasts. Companies like Nvidia, AMD, and ASML also report disruptions.
Report: Trump to end IRS Direct File program for free tax filing
The Trump administration is planning to end the IRS Direct File program that allows tax returns to be filed directly to the IRS for free.
The Trump administration is planning to end the IRS Direct File program that allows tax returns to be filed directly to the IRS for free.
How to recession-proof your finances
A recent poll of dozens of economists, revealed they believe the country has a 50% chance of slipping into a recession this year as a result of President Donald Trump's tariff's and the economic uncertainty.
A recent poll of dozens of economists, revealed they believe the country has a 50% chance of slipping into a recession this year as a result of President Donald Trump's tariff's and the economic uncertainty.
Retirement savings 'magic number' drops in 2025 for Americans, study finds
When it comes to retirement savings, more than half of Americans think it's “somewhat or very likely" that they’ll outlive their money, according to a new study.
When it comes to retirement savings, more than half of Americans think it's “somewhat or very likely" that they’ll outlive their money, according to a new study.
China’s economy grew 5.4% before US tariffs hit; slowdown likely, analysts warn
China’s economy posted 5.4% growth in the first quarter of 2025, fueled by strong exports ahead of steep new US tariffs. But economists warn a slowdown is likely as trade tensions escalate.
China’s economy posted 5.4% growth in the first quarter of 2025, fueled by strong exports ahead of steep new US tariffs. But economists warn a slowdown is likely as trade tensions escalate.