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Trump signs tariff order; Mexico and Canada retaliate

February 1, 2025 8:53pm CST

Hours after President Trump signed the order Saturday, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum ordered retaliatory tariffs. Here's what to know.

Costco strike: ‘Tentative agreement’ reached with Teamsters to likely avert work stoppage

February 1, 2025 2:48pm CST

Costco and the Teamsters union have reached a tentative agreement on a new contract, avoiding a strike. Here's what to know.

Small businesses brace for financial impact of President Trump's tariffs on imports

January 31, 2025 9:25pm CST

As the tariffs near reality, some businesses are beginning to prepare for a rise in prices that consumers will likely see as well.

10 things that could cost more under new tariffs

January 31, 2025 2:51pm CST

A 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, plus additional tariffs on China, could drive up prices on everything from gas and groceries to smartphones and cars.

US tariffs on Canada and Mexico begin Saturday—what it means for gas prices

January 30, 2025 5:33pm CST

President Donald Trump’s 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico begin Saturday, but he hasn’t decided whether to include oil imports— a move that could affect gas prices despite his pledge to cut energy costs.

Did Trump freeze food stamps (SNAP), Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid?

January 29, 2025 4:45pm CST

A federal judge temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's attempt to pause funding for federal grants and loans. But are food stamps (SNAP), Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid safe?

Survey: 50% of millennials rely on tax return to make ends meet

January 28, 2025 4:20pm CST

A new survey reveals that many Americans, especially millennials and Gen Z, depend on tax refunds while grappling with stress and financial challenges during tax season.

Microsoft in talks to buy TikTok, Trump says

January 27, 2025 9:20pm CST

President Trump reveals Microsoft is in talks to acquire TikTok after the app briefly went offline amid a looming ban over data concerns.

Workers in these states saw the biggest salary boosts in 2024

January 27, 2025 7:00pm CST

In December, year-over-year pay growth for job-stayers slowed to 4.6%, marking the slowest increase since July 2021, according to a new report.

Costco rolls out new food court changes, prompting excitement among some customers

January 27, 2025 5:22am CST

Costco has officially confirmed a month-long rumor about a change coming to its food courts. Here's what to know.

Over 80,000 Kia electric, hybrid vehicles recalled over issues with airbags: NHTSA

January 26, 2025 8:18am CST

Kia is recalling over 80,000 of its electric and hybrid vehicles over concerns about airbags.

Some Walmart managers get pay bump, pushing compensation over $600K

January 24, 2025 2:21pm CST

Walmart announced that certain managers are getting a boost in their pay with all stock grants and bonuses calculated in.

97% of retirement-age Americans are in debt, report finds: Here's how much

January 24, 2025 2:06pm CST

A new study shows that most retirement-age Americans carry nonmortgage debt, with Texas and Florida metros facing the highest debt levels.

UnitedHealthcare names new CEO following Brian Thompson killing

January 23, 2025 4:21pm CST

UnitedHealthcare named Tim Noel as the company's new CEO on Thursday after the former one, Brian Thompson, was killed in Manhattan in December.

Costco defends DEI policies even as others scale back

January 23, 2025 6:58am CST

Costco is pushing back on a shareholder proposal that urges the wholesale club to evaluate any business risks posed by its DEI practices. Here's what to know.

Future of CHIPS Act under Trump administration in question

January 21, 2025 6:50am CST

President Donald Trump previously criticized the CHIPS and Science Act, leading to speculation over whether the law could be repealed or tweaked under the new administration.