Federal Reserve keeps rate unchanged in 1st meeting of 2026
The Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged even as it's facing mounting pressure from President Trump to be lowered. Here's a look at what's ahead for the central bank in 2026.
The Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged even as it's facing mounting pressure from President Trump to be lowered. Here's a look at what's ahead for the central bank in 2026.
Yale to offer free tuition to families making less than $200K a year
Yale announced it will offer free tuition to families making less than $200,000 and waive all expenses for those making under $100,000.
Yale announced it will offer free tuition to families making less than $200,000 and waive all expenses for those making under $100,000.
Trump shares new details on 'Trump Accounts' savings program
President Donald Trump on Wednesday unveiled details of proposed “Trump Accounts," a government-backed investment program for children.
President Donald Trump on Wednesday unveiled details of proposed “Trump Accounts," a government-backed investment program for children.
Amazon is planning to let go of
Social Security February payment schedule: Here's when recipients get their checks
Social Security February payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks this month.
Social Security February payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks this month.
Cost of living is rising the most in these US cities
According to new data, the cost of living is rising in cities across the United States. Here’s where it’s the worst.
According to new data, the cost of living is rising in cities across the United States. Here’s where it’s the worst.
2026 tax filing season now open: How to get your refund ASAP
The IRS advised setting up direct deposit and filing taxes online would ensure the fastest tax returns.
The IRS advised setting up direct deposit and filing taxes online would ensure the fastest tax returns.
Carney pushes back on Trump's 100% tariff threat over China trade deals with Canada amid tensions
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is pushing back against President Donald Trump's tariff threat, firmly denying plans for a China free trade deal after a recent diplomatic visit.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is pushing back against President Donald Trump's tariff threat, firmly denying plans for a China free trade deal after a recent diplomatic visit.
First public hearing on WA's statewide proposal to tax high salaries
Supporters say the 5% tax on large employers would protect education and safety-net services, while opponents warn it could drive businesses away and raise consumer costs.
Supporters say the 5% tax on large employers would protect education and safety-net services, while opponents warn it could drive businesses away and raise consumer costs.
Trump administration must keep funding child care subsidies in these 5 states, judge rules
A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration from cutting child care and social service funds to five states amid a legal challenge.
A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration from cutting child care and social service funds to five states amid a legal challenge.
Households with 2 kids need to earn over 400K to comfortably afford child care in US
Raising two kids takes a six-figure salary to comfortably afford child care for two children, new data shows.
Raising two kids takes a six-figure salary to comfortably afford child care for two children, new data shows.
Amazon to cut thousands of jobs in sweeping corporate layoffs
Amazon is preparing to lay off thousands of employees in a broad corporate workforce reduction that could begin as early as next week.
Amazon is preparing to lay off thousands of employees in a broad corporate workforce reduction that could begin as early as next week.
Popular alcohol brands could be forced to sell off inventory after bankruptcy setback
Alcohol giants Stoli Group USA LLC and Kentucky Owl LLC are liquidating their inventory in the U.S. after struggling to reorganize their businesses under Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Alcohol giants Stoli Group USA LLC and Kentucky Owl LLC are liquidating their inventory in the U.S. after struggling to reorganize their businesses under Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
BBB issues warning about scams ahead of tax season: Here's what to know
The IRS generally doesn't initiate contact via phone, text or social media to demand immediate payment.
The IRS generally doesn't initiate contact via phone, text or social media to demand immediate payment.
U.S. tariffs mostly paid by American importers and consumers, report suggests
A new report suggests U.S. tariffs are mostly paid by American importers and consumers.
A new report suggests U.S. tariffs are mostly paid by American importers and consumers.
Hassett reveals Trump housing plan would let Americans tap 401(k)s for down payments
White House Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett teased a new way Americans may tap their 401(k)s to make a down payment on a house.
White House Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett teased a new way Americans may tap their 401(k)s to make a down payment on a house.
New IRS tax deductions: Why your paycheck could be higher
Are you seeing a different amount than you were expecting in your first paycheck of 2026? Here’s a look at the new IRS tax deductions.
Are you seeing a different amount than you were expecting in your first paycheck of 2026? Here’s a look at the new IRS tax deductions.
MLK Day 2026: What's opened, closed in Seattle
We look at common places and services open and closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day this Monday. The Trump administration's recent moves changes some offerings to the public.
We look at common places and services open and closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day this Monday. The Trump administration's recent moves changes some offerings to the public.
WA Gov. Ferguson's ‘millionaire tax’ prompts concerns of universal income tax
During the opening ceremony of the legislature this week, Governor Ferguson called his proposal for a millionaire’s tax ‘truly historic.’
During the opening ceremony of the legislature this week, Governor Ferguson called his proposal for a millionaire’s tax ‘truly historic.’
Student loans: Trump administration delays plan to withhold pay for borrowers in default
An announcement from the Education Department on Friday said involuntary collections on federal student loans will remain on hold as the agency finalizes new repayment plans.
An announcement from the Education Department on Friday said involuntary collections on federal student loans will remain on hold as the agency finalizes new repayment plans.