Amazon settlement expands, which could mean more money for you
The Federal Trade Commission said that Amazon will expand payments to eligible customers as part of last year's $2.5 billion settlement. Here’s what you need to know.
The Federal Trade Commission said that Amazon will expand payments to eligible customers as part of last year's $2.5 billion settlement. Here’s what you need to know.
Gas prices are climbing again with no end in sight, experts say: Here's why
Gas prices shot up 25 cents a gallon overnight in some parts of the U.S. this week, and experts say they could go up even more in coming weeks.
Gas prices shot up 25 cents a gallon overnight in some parts of the U.S. this week, and experts say they could go up even more in coming weeks.
States with the highest student debt burdens, according to data
Student debt has surpassed $1.72 trillion nationwide, but the financial burden isn’t evenly distributed. A new analysis reveals where borrowers are facing the greatest challenges.
Student debt has surpassed $1.72 trillion nationwide, but the financial burden isn’t evenly distributed. A new analysis reveals where borrowers are facing the greatest challenges.
Americans' average household incomes are higher than ever, Census data shows
Median household income in the United States rose in 2025, setting a record for American earnings, according to new Census Bureau figures.
Median household income in the United States rose in 2025, setting a record for American earnings, according to new Census Bureau figures.
These are the states with the most unclaimed tax refunds per 100,000 residents
Millions in potential tax refunds are going unclaimed across the U.S. See which states have the most money left on the table, according to new data.
Millions in potential tax refunds are going unclaimed across the U.S. See which states have the most money left on the table, according to new data.
Federal Reserve hikes interest rates for first time in 3 years
The Fed is making a pivotal call on interest rates just weeks out from the November midterms, and it's not the news the White House was hoping for.
The Fed is making a pivotal call on interest rates just weeks out from the November midterms, and it's not the news the White House was hoping for.
FAA head says billions more needed to modernize air traffic control
Federal Aviation Administration Administrator Bryan Bedford is urging Congress to invest more money to cover the cost of the agency's effort to overhaul the nation's air traffic control network.
Federal Aviation Administration Administrator Bryan Bedford is urging Congress to invest more money to cover the cost of the agency's effort to overhaul the nation's air traffic control network.
Here's how you can help design WA's 'Innovation $1 Coin'
WA's 'Innovation $1 Coin' will launch in 2029 and the state's treasurer is asking for the public's input for design concepts. The coin essentially highlights the rich innovation history of each of the 50 states, the District of Columbia and U.S. territories.
WA's 'Innovation $1 Coin' will launch in 2029 and the state's treasurer is asking for the public's input for design concepts. The coin essentially highlights the rich innovation history of each of the 50 states, the District of Columbia and U.S. territories.
WA state treasurer seeks public input to design 'Innovation $1 Coin'
Here's how you can contribute to the design of WA's "Innovation $1 Coin."
Here's how you can contribute to the design of WA's "Innovation $1 Coin."
Map: America's best tippers revealed in new data
A new analysis found which states tipped the most and tipped the least on average.
A new analysis found which states tipped the most and tipped the least on average.
House votes to end penny production permanently: What to know
The House has advanced legislation that would formally end penny production. Here's what to know.
The House has advanced legislation that would formally end penny production. Here's what to know.
Puget Sound business leaders warn Washington economy is slipping
Business leaders across the Puget Sound region are warning that Washington state is losing its economic edge, urging officials to change course before job losses worsen.
Business leaders across the Puget Sound region are warning that Washington state is losing its economic edge, urging officials to change course before job losses worsen.
Speculation builds over Fed interest rate decision
All eyes are on the Fed as their September meeting gets closer, and while experts see a rate hike as inevitable, President Trump sees it another way.
All eyes are on the Fed as their September meeting gets closer, and while experts see a rate hike as inevitable, President Trump sees it another way.
Puget Sound business leaders warn of Washington's slipping economy
Some of the largest employers in Washington say the warning signs of an economic decline are clear, and are now urging city and county leaders to pivot quickly.
Some of the largest employers in Washington say the warning signs of an economic decline are clear, and are now urging city and county leaders to pivot quickly.
Americans' average 401(k) balance reaches record high, Fidelity data shows
A new Fidelity Investments report shows that the average 401(k) balance reached a record $155,800 in the second quarter of 2026.
A new Fidelity Investments report shows that the average 401(k) balance reached a record $155,800 in the second quarter of 2026.
‘Unaffordable to serve food in Seattle’: Restaurant owner sounds alarm
A popular Seattle restaurant known for keeping its menu affordable says the math behind those prices is becoming increasingly difficult to make work.
A popular Seattle restaurant known for keeping its menu affordable says the math behind those prices is becoming increasingly difficult to make work.
Social Security COLA 2027 estimate predicts a benefits increase: What to know
Social Security recipients are projected to receive a larger cost-of-living adjustment in 2027, according to an early AARP prediction.
Social Security recipients are projected to receive a larger cost-of-living adjustment in 2027, according to an early AARP prediction.
Seattle businesses struggle to survive as mayor pushes new jobs plan
While Seattle business owners grapple with thin profit margins and mounting tax pressures, city leaders are attempting to offer a path forward.
While Seattle business owners grapple with thin profit margins and mounting tax pressures, city leaders are attempting to offer a path forward.
Seattle small businesses struggling to survive seek relief
Seattle shop owners say they are running on empty as they struggle to survive in a city that's getting even harder to afford. Mayor Katie Wilson launched a new push to protect and attract jobs, but desperate businesses are wondering if help will arrive in time.
Seattle shop owners say they are running on empty as they struggle to survive in a city that's getting even harder to afford. Mayor Katie Wilson launched a new push to protect and attract jobs, but desperate businesses are wondering if help will arrive in time.
Trump gave White House aides tens of thousands in cash gifts
Newly released financial disclosures reveal President Donald Trump gave personal cash gifts to close White House aides in addition to their government salaries.
Newly released financial disclosures reveal President Donald Trump gave personal cash gifts to close White House aides in addition to their government salaries.