Nearly 80% of Americans now consider fast food a 'luxury' due to high prices
A recent LendingTree survey found that 78% of Americans now consider fast food a "luxury" purchase due to high prices, with 62% eating it less frequently and nearly half finding it as expensive as sit-down restaurant meals.
A recent LendingTree survey found that 78% of Americans now consider fast food a "luxury" purchase due to high prices, with 62% eating it less frequently and nearly half finding it as expensive as sit-down restaurant meals.
Here's the 2024 average school teacher salary in Washington state
Washington's average teacher salary exceeds the national average. Here's where it falls among the highest and lowest average teacher salaries in America.
Washington's average teacher salary exceeds the national average. Here's where it falls among the highest and lowest average teacher salaries in America.
Bass Pro Shops' CEO says brand will focus on affordability amid Inflation
Johnny Morris, CEO and founder of Bass Pro Shops, says inflation is 'very real,' and brand will focus on affordability.
Johnny Morris, CEO and founder of Bass Pro Shops, says inflation is 'very real,' and brand will focus on affordability.
Chipotle customers claim filming gets bigger portions amid portion size controversy
Chipotle customers are claiming that filming employees results in larger portions amid ongoing complaints about reduced portion sizes and high food prices.
Chipotle customers are claiming that filming employees results in larger portions amid ongoing complaints about reduced portion sizes and high food prices.
Massive wind farm proposal in Washington state gets new life from Gov. Jay Inslee
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee on Thursday rejected a recommendation to cut a proposal for what would be the state's largest wind farm in half, giving new life to the $1.7 billion project.
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee on Thursday rejected a recommendation to cut a proposal for what would be the state's largest wind farm in half, giving new life to the $1.7 billion project.
Seattle ranked 34th best city in the world, 7th best in U.S.
A new ranking of the top 100 cities in the world has Seattle making the list, sitting above many notable cities in the United States and across the globe.
A new ranking of the top 100 cities in the world has Seattle making the list, sitting above many notable cities in the United States and across the globe.
Retirement account balances hit highest level since 2021; how does yours compare?
A new analysis by Fidelity Investments found Americans' retirement account balances are the highest they have been in more than two years, thanks to two key factors.
A new analysis by Fidelity Investments found Americans' retirement account balances are the highest they have been in more than two years, thanks to two key factors.
Campaign against I-2109, which repeals the capital gains tax, launched across Washington
Educators, childcare providers, and advocates gathered in Burien, Yakima, Spokane and Vancouver to launch the NO I-2109 campaign on Wednesday.
Educators, childcare providers, and advocates gathered in Burien, Yakima, Spokane and Vancouver to launch the NO I-2109 campaign on Wednesday.
15 million Americans still harmed by medical debt despite credit agencies' changes
The CFPB said some 15 million Americans are still struggling with more than $49 billion in outstanding medical bills in collections on their credit reports.
The CFPB said some 15 million Americans are still struggling with more than $49 billion in outstanding medical bills in collections on their credit reports.
List: Fast food chains offering low-cost deals to lure customers
These fast-food chains have been leaning into deals amid inflation.
These fast-food chains have been leaning into deals amid inflation.
Real estate investors snatching up record share of affordable homes, report finds
Real estate investors are buying U.S. homes at the fastest pace in nearly two years, according to new findings from Redfin. Here’s what’s driving this.
Real estate investors are buying U.S. homes at the fastest pace in nearly two years, according to new findings from Redfin. Here’s what’s driving this.
Student loans canceled for another 160K borrowers, Biden administration says
More student loan forgiveness was announced on Wednesday, totaling $7.7 billion, according to the White House.
More student loan forgiveness was announced on Wednesday, totaling $7.7 billion, according to the White House.
Pizza shop pranked with large order, saved by local business owner's generosity
A prank caller duped PizzAroma's Maumee location in Ohio into baking 16 large pizzas, which were never picked up, resulting in a $112 loss.
A prank caller duped PizzAroma's Maumee location in Ohio into baking 16 large pizzas, which were never picked up, resulting in a $112 loss.
WA has sixth-highest household income in U.S.: study
Washington has the sixth-highest average household income in the U.S., according to a new study.
Washington has the sixth-highest average household income in the U.S., according to a new study.
Costco price hike: Popular items see unexpected jumps in cost
Gas prices have quietly increased along with olive oil, but Costco's famous $1.50 hot dog and soda combo remains unchanged.
Gas prices have quietly increased along with olive oil, but Costco's famous $1.50 hot dog and soda combo remains unchanged.
Finance expert sounds alarm over 'spaving' trend: An old 'trap' with a new name hitting your wallet
'Spaving' comes in many forms, like 'buy one, get one' deals.
'Spaving' comes in many forms, like 'buy one, get one' deals.
Visa changes coming this year will mean fewer cards for Americans
Visa customers will soon be able to use a single card for multiple credit, bank accounts and payment options.
Visa customers will soon be able to use a single card for multiple credit, bank accounts and payment options.
A large percentage of first-generation students have been impacted by FAFSA challenges
FAFSA issues have caused minority students to delay attending college and have led to severe stress and anxiety for other prospective students.
FAFSA issues have caused minority students to delay attending college and have led to severe stress and anxiety for other prospective students.
Texas judge stops Biden Administration rule that caps credit card late fees at $8
The Biden Administration is trying to stop junk fees, but a judge put a stop to a rule capping credit card late fees at $8.
The Biden Administration is trying to stop junk fees, but a judge put a stop to a rule capping credit card late fees at $8.
Dow hits 40,000 for first time
The Dow Jones Industrial Average crossed 40,000 for the first time ever Thursday as investors celebrated solid earnings and a slight easing of consumer inflation last month.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average crossed 40,000 for the first time ever Thursday as investors celebrated solid earnings and a slight easing of consumer inflation last month.