SNAP: See the overpayment and underpayment rates for benefits in every state

There are around 42 million low-income Americans who receive benefits from the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP). The SNAP Quality Control system ensures recipients receive the right benefits and identifies both underpayments and overpayments.

New SNAP requirements now in effect,  USDA planning major overhaul of program

Around 42 million low-income Americans rely on the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, known as SNAP or food stamps, to buy groceries. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) oversees the program and says it is working on a major overhaul to root out waste, fraud, and abuse.

Cyber Monday expected to reel in $14.2 billion in US spending
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Consumers are filling up their digital carts for Cyber Monday deals. Officials estimate a record 185 million people will have made an online purchase between Thanksgiving and now.

Children’s helmets sold on Amazon, Walmart recalled for failing safety standards

Outdoor Master has recalled about 24,300 children’s and youth helmets after federal regulators found they fail to meet mandatory bicycle-helmet safety standards.

Black Friday online spending hits record $11.8B

AI-driven traffic to retail websites jumped 805% as Americans avoided crowded stores.

Social Security December payment schedule: Here’s when recipients get their checks

The Social Security Administration sends regular monthly payments, and the date varies depending on birth date or when you began receiving benefits. Here's what to expect in December.

5 bulk grocery staples that might actually be a waste of money, experts warn

Many shoppers assume warehouse clubs and big-box stores are the smartest places to save — but consumer experts warn that jumbo purchases can quietly drain your budget.

Airbus orders A320 fixes following flight-control incident

Airbus issued an urgent directive on a “significant number" of A320 family aircraft, potentially disrupting travel. Here’s what we know.

Thanksgiving meal kicks off holiday shopping blitz in WA
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In the first shopping blitz in the kickoff to the holidays includes preparation for big Thanksgiving. FOX 13's Jennifer Dowling spoke with last-minute shoppers in Kirkland to see what they were buying and how they were planning to celebrate.

What's open and closed on Thanksgiving this year

From grocery stores to retailers, here’s a list of what is open and closed on Thanksgiving Day 2025.

Impact of AI shopping trends
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The use of AI is shaping the holiday shopping experience this year as millions of people are taking advantage of the new technology.