Job scams on the rise as layoffs surge in US: How to protect yourself
Looking for a job can be stressful, but scammers taking advantage of a difficult situation can make it even worse.
Social Security cost-of-living adjustment expected to rise in 2026
Inflation data from August suggests the social security cost-of-living increase could be even larger in 2026.
Philadelphia is no longer the 'poorest big city in the US,' but who took the top spot?
Poverty is down slightly across the U.S., but which city just leap frogged Philadelphia on the list of 'poorest big cities' in America?
Inflation rose last month amid weakening job market: How will the Fed respond?
Typically, the Fed would cut its key interest rate when unemployment rises, but it would raise rates — or at least keep them unchanged — in the face of rising inflation.
Most Americans believe personal choices keep people in poverty, poll finds
A recent poll reveals that most Americans have differing views on the root cause of homelessness, but most think the government doesn’t spend enough to help those in need.
Americans' support for capitalism drops to new low, poll finds
A recent poll finds that Americans favor small business and free enterprise even though their overall feelings of capitalism has changed compared to past years.
States where unemployment claims are increasing the most
The unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3% last month, according to a new jobs report from the Labor Department.
Unemployment up as employers added just 22,000 jobs last month
The unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3% last month, worse than expected and the highest level since 2021.
Trump administration eyes tariff revenue to pay down nation's $32.7 trillion debt
The US collected more than $29 billion in tariff revenues in July, the highest monthly total so far this year.
Closure of Fred Meyer in Tacoma, WA to impact 200 employees, create 'food desert'
The planned closure of a Fred Meyer store in Tacoma has sparked a lot of community concern.
Kodak says there's 'substantial doubt' it can stay in business
Photography pioneer that filed for bankruptcy in 2012 faces renewed financial challenges.
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.
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.
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.
Trump calls for Federal Reserve to pull control from Jerome Powell
President Trump continued his verbal attacks against Fed Chair Jerome Powell, calling him "stubborn" and saying the Federal Reserve's board of governors should take control.
Fed leaves interest rates unchanged despite Trump demands
The Federal Reserve voted to leave its short-term interest rate unchanged as expected, despite mounting pressure from President Donald Trump to lower them.
Federal Reserve likely to keep interest rates the same this week: What to know
Federal Reserve officials are split on whether to slash interest rates as President Donald Trump favors rate cuts based on his claim that the nation’s economy is thriving.
'Make America Wait Again': Elon Musk statue visits national park in WA
A 12-foot Elon Musk statue popped up in national parks, including Rainier, as a protest over park service cuts.
Tariff rebate check: What Trump said and what we know
President Trump told reporters this week that he is considering a tariff rebate check. Here’s what he said and what we know.
Bellingham, WA businesses struggle as Canadian tourism slumps
A quiet crisis is unfolding in the Bellingham area, where local shops say the missing summer crowds from Canada could force them to shut their doors.