Treasury Dept. to phase out paper checks starting in September
The federal government will phase out paper checks for benefit payments soon.
Victims of AT&T data breaches could claim up to $7,500 in new $177M settlement
AT&T agreed to a $177 million settlement this year after a pair of data breaches were confirmed in 2024. Here's how the millions of affected current and former account holders can file claims.
Young Americans could lose $110,000 in career earnings to keep Social Security afloat
Social Security's two main trust funds are projected to reach insolvency on a combined basis in the first quarter of 2034.
Here's how much Social Security payments are projected to increase in 2026
Social Security recipients’ will likely get more money next year with cost-of-living adjustments, but the increase may not cover the full effects of rising inflation.
Trump says Fed chair search down to ‘three or four’ candidates, with announcement coming ‘a little bit early'
President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that he has narrowed down the list of candidates to replace Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell to "three or four" names.
Trump touts improved service and senior tax relief on Social Security's 90th birthday
President Donald Trump touted his administration's Social Security program achievements amid Democratic criticism, highlighting zero taxes for most seniors and improved customer service.
Arlington pays off AT&T Stadium debt early, saves $150M in interest
Now that the $325 million debt is paid off a decade ahead of schedule, the tax allocations set aside for its payments will now go towards Globe Life Field construction.
Dallas proposed budget: Safety, sustainability to receive largest investments
Dallas has proposed a $5.2 billion budget for the coming year. Here's how those dollars would be spent.
Dallas Fed Report: Texas job growth slows, construction declines amid economic uncertainty
Texas job growth and construction activity have slowed, according to a Dallas Fed report, with tariffs and economic uncertainty cited as major contributing factors.
US national debt hits record $37 trillion
The U.S. national debt topped $37 trillion for the first time Friday as federal borrowing hits record levels.
Inflation report: July unchanged; Trump tells Powell lower the rate now
Inflation held steady the last month, though tariffs still threaten growing costs and impacts.
Grand Prairie resident wins $1M on scratch-off lottery ticket
A lucky Grand Prairie resident is $1 million richer after claiming the top prize in a Texas Lottery scratch ticket game.
Powerball numbers: No $479 million jackpot winner Aug. 9
The Powerball jackpot continues to rise after no one won the big prize Saturday, Aug. 9.
Texas shoppers expected to spend less on tax-free weekend this year
The National Retail Federation believes consumers will spend slightly less during Texas’s tax-free weekend this year as concerns about the impact of tariffs loom.
Big changes coming to 401(k) after recent Trump executive order
President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing regulators to make it easier for 401(k) plans to include private equity, cryptocurrency, and other alternative investments.
Trump orders federal regulators to punish banks that discriminate against conservatives
This executive order addresses "debanking," where banks close accounts or refuse business with certain industries.