Here's where the holiday season's biggest spenders live, data shows
Here’s which cities are leading 2025 holiday spending this season, even as credit card debt grows.
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.
Hidden homeownership cost in US is nearly $16K a year, Zillow analysis finds
Homeownership is already expensive, but a new report shows the additional costs that may be putting a squeeze on your finances.
US Treasury’s last five minted pennies may spark multimillion-dollar bidding war
Experts estimate the final five rare, omega-marked coins could reel in $2M-$5M at auction.
More Americans living paycheck to paycheck, data shows
Bank of America data shows more Americans are living paycheck to paycheck. Here's where it is the worst.
TCU raises attendance costs again, making total $66,500 per year
Texas Christian University announced a 4.75% tuition increase for the 2026-2027 academic year, raising the total cost of attendance for full-time students.
Trump administration announces trade deal which could lower prices of bananas, coffee
New trade frameworks with four Latin American nations could lower U.S. grocery prices for items like coffee and bananas. Here's what we know.
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.
Students in these states spend more of their income on education, according to analysis
Many of the states that topped list were home to some of the most famous schools such as Harvard University, University of Pennsylvania, and Yale University, to name a few.
Stores brace for price rounding and cash register chaos as the U.S. Mint shuts down penny production
Whether they are being pinched, paying for your thoughts, going towards two cents, time may be running out for pennies.
When will federal employees get backpay? Here's the expected dates for each agency
The Office of Personnel Management tells FOX 5 they will begin sending out “superchecks" covering the pay period between October 1 and November 1, starting on Saturday. Here's the list of when each agency will see their backpay.
Mega Millions jackpot grows to $965 million, Powerball $546 million
The combined Mega Millions and Powerball jackpots are now over $1.5 billion. Mega Millions has climbed to $965 million and the Powerball to $546 million.
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.
Mega Millions jackpot soars to $965 million for Friday's drawing
Lottery players will have their chance to win this huge cash prize after no one matched all six numbers in Tuesday night’s drawing.
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.
Trump's 50-year mortgage proposal: What would it mean for homebuyers?
The Trump administration signaled they're planning to develop a 50-year mortgage that they think could expand access to homeownership, though experts are cautioning what it could mean for buyers.
2026 tax filing season changes: IRS Direct File unavailable
Direct File won’t be available anymore to do your taxes next year. Here’s what that means once the tax filing season opens in January.
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.
What federal workers going without pay can do to protect their credit score
The federal workforce has now missed two paychecks due to the government shutdown. Intuit Credit Karma says many are facing financial uncertainty but there are things they can do to help protect their credit scores.



















