These states are boosting minimum wage in 2025—is yours on the list?
Starting January 1, 2025, nearly half of U.S. states will implement minimum wage increases, benefiting an estimated 9.2 million workers.
Chinese hackers breach US Treasury workstations: Key details to know
Chinese state-sponsored hackers infiltrated the U.S. Treasury Department by exploiting a vulnerability in third-party software provider BeyondTrust, granting them remote access to several workstations and unclassified documents.
Chinese-affiliated hacker breaks into Treasury Department system in 'major incident'
An actor affiliated with the Chinese government recently hacked the U.S. Treasury Department in a "major incident," officials announced on Monday.
Social Security January payment schedule: Here’s when beneficiaries will get their checks
Here is the January Social Security payment schedule for retirement, disability, and survivor beneficiaries, as well as those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
Mega Millions jackpot hits $1.22 billion
The Mega Millions lottery jackpot is now over $1 billion, and many are feeling lucky.
End of year tax tips
The Internal Revenue Service is urging the public to take steps to prepare to file their federal tax returns and consider what may be owed in the months ahead.
2025 social security changes
The Social Security Administration is planning on several changes in 2025, and for some, that means more money.
Mom charges family for Christmas dinner and more: 'It's so expensive'
A mother said she's hosting Christmas dinner once again this year – and this time she's charging her family to attend.
Crypto markets surge after Trump's election victory
Bitcoin topped $100,000 for the first time earlier this month.
2021 Recovery Rebate Credit: What it is and who qualifies
Approximately 1 million taxpayers will receive unclaimed rebate payments from the IRS in the coming weeks.
Federal reserve issues final rate cut of 2024, what's next?
The U.S. Federal Reserve has issued their final rate cut of 2024, saying that what happens next year will depend on the actions and policies of the incoming Trump administration. Some at the reserve has signaled that the rate cuts will slow down as business leaders say inflation is not coming down enough.
Group behind viral 'Hawk Tuah' star's meme coin hit with lawsuit over crash
The $HAWK coin reached a $490M market cap on the day it launched, only to tank 95% within minutes to below $100M.
Need a last-minute item? These US stores will be open on Christmas
As we enter the final push for holiday preparations, it may become valuable to know which stores you can still hit for some last minute shopping.
The living wage needed for a family of 4 in WA
Here's how much money you need to make if you're raising a family of four in Washington.
Top jobs in the US that don't require a college degree
Big changes are happening in the job market, and a college degree is not always needed to snag a high-paying job.
Holiday shopping to be higher this year
Shoppers are ready to drop some cash this holiday season, with total holiday spending expected to be at least $24 billion higher than last year.
Social Security's full retirement age is increasing in 2025: What to know
The full retirement age for Social Security is set to increase in 2025. Here's what to know.



















