Americans admit it's harder than usual to afford gifts this holiday season, poll finds
Americans aren’t feeling the Christmas cheer this year thanks to persistent high prices and a job market that appears to have entered a deep freeze.
Trump's management of the economy hits its lowest point, poll finds
A new poll is showing declines in Trump’s economic and immigration approval. Here’s what we know.
'Seniors' may soon be 10 years younger when it comes to Texas property tax breaks
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announced the launch of "Operation Double Nickel" on Tuesday, which would lower the age used to designate senior citizens who qualify for saving money on property taxes.
What Trump's $12 billion farmer bailout package could mean for grocery prices
The funds will be used to help U.S. farmers pay off their debts and plan financially for next year's planting, which will in turn ensure that they can keep producing food, and therefore stabilize the U.S. food supply.
These states unemployment claims are decreasing the most, data finds
With applications for unemployment benefits falling nationwide to one of its lowest marks in a few years, these states experienced the biggest drop in claims filed.
US layoffs soar past 1.1M in 2025, highest level since the pandemic
Layoffs announced by employers in November pushed the 2025 total to the highest level since the wave of pandemic-induced layoffs in 2020, new data shows.
Oil and gas prices expected to stay significantly lower through 2026
Noticing some relief at the gas pump? Oil and gas prices are expected to stay significantly lower through 2026, according to the latest forecast from the Energy Information Administration.
Looking to move to a Texas city? These are the best and worst options
The top ten places to move to include seven cities in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, one Austin suburb, and two near Houston and Galveston.
Delayed $3.6B aid that helps families pay to heat their homes released to states
Approximately $3.6 billion in delayed funding for heating assistance was released Friday to states and tribes. Here’s what we know.
Middle-income Americans pessimistic about their financial future amid persistent inflation, analysis shows
A new report report found that middle-income Americans are suffering from an "inflation hangover" after several years of price hikes.
Verizon layoffs: Company to cut thousands of jobs
Verizon is laying off more than 13,000 employees in mass job reductions that arrive as the telecommunications giant says it must “reorient" its entire company. Here's what we know.
Delayed September jobs report shows US added surprising 119K jobs: What to know
The Department of Labor said Thursday the U.S. economy added 119,000 jobs in September, above economists' estimates. The unemployment rate rose to 4.4% in September, which was higher than economists' expectations.
Texas city ranks as strongest home buyer's market in US
Four other major Texas cities are also considered strong buyer's markets, where home buyers tend to have the advantage in negotiations.
Tariff impact on Texas economy revealed in Dallas Fed report
A report from the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas reveals the initial effects of tariffs on Texas' economy during the first year of their implementation.
More Americans are falling behind on their utility bills, analysis shows
A new analysis finds that millions of Americans have utility debt so substantial that it may get sent to collections.
IRS unveils 401K and IRA contribution limits for 2026. What we know
Starting in 2026, the IRS is raising the contribution limits for 401K and retirement accounts, and here's how you can save a little more next year.
U.S. Mint in Philadelphia to end penny production, last 1-cent coin pressed
In a historic moment for American currency, the U.S. Mint has struck its final penny. After more than 230 years of continuous production, the one-cent coin is being phased out in a symbolic moment, shifting away from cash.
Supreme Court extends order blocking full SNAP payments
The order will expire just before midnight Thursday.
Is a new stimulus payment coming? November 2025 IRS direct deposit fact check
Trump's $2,000 tariff dividend is fueling a new stimulus buzz.
Starbucks 'Bearista' frenzy: Some leave empty-handed, others declare ‘the war is over’
Starbucks fans are losing it over the sold-out Bearista cup and Hello Kitty plush, camping out, calling stores nonstop, and reselling the $44 cup for over $1,000 on eBay.