The best and worst times to buy a car amid EV trends and supply-chain woes

If you’re planning to buy a car — new, used, electric, or hybrid — here are some things to consider before making your purchase, according to a car-buying expert.

Biden planning to tap oil reserve to control gas prices

President Biden is preparing to order the release of up to 1 million barrels of oil per day from the nation's strategic petroleum reserve in a bid to control energy prices.

Rising gas prices cutting into profits for North Texas entrepreneurs

According to AAA, the average price for a gallon of gas nationally is $4.32. In Texas, it's $3.99. For drivers in the DFW area, gas is just above $4. Whether we see any real relief at the pump remains up in the air.

US inflation soared 7.9% in past year, a fresh 40-year high

Propelled by surging costs for gas, food and housing, consumer inflation jumped 7.9% over the past year, the sharpest spike since 1982 and likely only a harbinger of even higher prices to come.

Will renters see relief, lower rent payments in 2022? Experts weigh in

Could renters see some relief in the coming months amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic? Will prices finally come down? Experts explain.

Texas lawmakers push for increased energy production amid Russian invasion of Ukraine

The group of legislators is calling on Texas to join the global fight for democracy through leveraging the world's ninth-largest economy to support Ukraine in the wake of the unprovoked invasion by Russia.

Dallas home prices went up 26 percent in 2021

It's no surprise to buyers or sellers that Dallas saw its highest-ever one year jump in housing prices for 2021, according to new data.

Rising gas prices: Ways to maximize your fuel economy

As gas prices continue to climb, here are some tips and tricks to help save you money and maximize your fuel economy.

Restaurants facing shortage of plastic cups

Many national quick-service restaurants, and even Starbucks, are facing a shortage of plastic cups.

US job growth soars past expectations with 467,000 added, shaking off omicron surge

U.S. job growth blew past expectations in January, as the economy brushed off a record-breaking surge in COVID-19 cases nationwide that threatened to sideline millions of workers and kept many consumers at home.

Starbucks to raise menu prices to offset inflation

The Seattle-based coffee franchise had already raised prices — once in October 2021 and December 2021 — but inflation woes and labor issues have forced the company to hike prices once again.

National debt tops $30 trillion

Treasury Department data shows new milestone as government spending continues to soar

Valentine's Day 2022: Spending expected to near $24B

More than half of U.S. consumers are planning to celebrate Valentine's Day despite rising inflation.