IRS announces higher standard deductions for 2025
The IRS has announced higher standard deductions for U.S. taxpayers in 2025, allowing them to shield more income from taxation.
The IRS has announced higher standard deductions for U.S. taxpayers in 2025, allowing them to shield more income from taxation.
Should minimum wage be lower for workers who get tips? These 2 states will decide
The amount of money tipped workers make varies depending on the state. Currently, 14 states pay the federal minimum, or just above $2 an hour for tipped workers and $7 an hour for non-tipped workers.
The amount of money tipped workers make varies depending on the state. Currently, 14 states pay the federal minimum, or just above $2 an hour for tipped workers and $7 an hour for non-tipped workers.
A growing share of Gen Z adults don't think they'll retire: only 20% are saving for it
America's youngest adult generation is projected to live longer than previous generations, but few of them are preparing for a traditional retirement.
America's youngest adult generation is projected to live longer than previous generations, but few of them are preparing for a traditional retirement.
Fundraiser launched for Keller ISD student lunch debt
Keller ISD tells FOX 4 the lunch debt is already at $37,000 with just a few months into the school year.
Keller ISD tells FOX 4 the lunch debt is already at $37,000 with just a few months into the school year.
A closer look at how Trump's economic plan could impact inflation
Former President Donald Trump has vowed to eliminate inflation if he returns to office, but economists warn that his proposed policies, including high tariffs, mass deportations, and interference with the Federal Reserve, could worsen the issue.
Former President Donald Trump has vowed to eliminate inflation if he returns to office, but economists warn that his proposed policies, including high tariffs, mass deportations, and interference with the Federal Reserve, could worsen the issue.
Holiday spending projected to hit new record this year
Notable differences this year include the shopping period between Thanksgiving and Christmas being nearly a week shorter, and the economic impact of Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Notable differences this year include the shopping period between Thanksgiving and Christmas being nearly a week shorter, and the economic impact of Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Tax extension deadline on Oct. 15: What to know about filing late returns
For Americans who filed for a tax extension for the 2023 tax year, the deadline is on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024.
For Americans who filed for a tax extension for the 2023 tax year, the deadline is on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024.
Some Social Security recipients will get two payments in November. Here's why
Those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will receive an additional check in November due to how the payment schedule is lined up.
Those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will receive an additional check in November due to how the payment schedule is lined up.
Social Security COLA 2025: Recipients to receive 2.5% increase next year
The cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, was announced on Thursday. Here’s what to know.
The cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, was announced on Thursday. Here’s what to know.
Here’s how much money is needed to be considered middle class in every state
Income levels required to be considered middle-class varied significantly depending on where a person lived, according to the new study.
Income levels required to be considered middle-class varied significantly depending on where a person lived, according to the new study.
Some Pyrex buyers could be eligible for a refund from the FTC
Thousands of people who purchased Pyrex measuring cups may be eligible for refunds from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
Thousands of people who purchased Pyrex measuring cups may be eligible for refunds from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
Bill Gates no longer among 10 wealthiest billionaires in the world: Here’s who made list
This is the first time Bill Gates has fallen out of the world’s top ten richest people since 1991.
This is the first time Bill Gates has fallen out of the world’s top ten richest people since 1991.
Will the election impact your 401(k)? Here’s what to know
Election years can raise anxiety about the future – including your retirement savings.
Election years can raise anxiety about the future – including your retirement savings.
Disneyland announces $50 kids ticket offer for limited time only
The special ticket offer is valid for visits Jan. 7 to Mar. 20, 2025.
The special ticket offer is valid for visits Jan. 7 to Mar. 20, 2025.
Port strike panic buying? Costco toilet paper frenzy making the rounds on social media
Videos posted online claim that toilet paper is sold out at Costco stores from Arizona and Colorado to New Jersey.
Videos posted online claim that toilet paper is sold out at Costco stores from Arizona and Colorado to New Jersey.
Top US states where you're most likely to discover gold today
Discover which U.S. states offer the best chances of striking gold. With California leading the way, see where amateur prospectors and professionals alike can find the richest gold deposits across the nation.
Discover which U.S. states offer the best chances of striking gold. With California leading the way, see where amateur prospectors and professionals alike can find the richest gold deposits across the nation.
Port Strike: How dock workers striking could affect North Texas
For the first time in decades, dock workers from Houston to Maine are on strike. A local economist weighed in on how that might affect people in North Texas.
For the first time in decades, dock workers from Houston to Maine are on strike. A local economist weighed in on how that might affect people in North Texas.
Dockworkers strike impacting Texans
Port workers from Texas to Maine are on strike and it could have a major impact on the economy.
Port workers from Texas to Maine are on strike and it could have a major impact on the economy.
Temporary student loan benefits ending this week – what borrowers should know
When student loan payments resumed in October 2023, the U.S. Department of Education announced a temporary grace period that's ending this week.
When student loan payments resumed in October 2023, the U.S. Department of Education announced a temporary grace period that's ending this week.
Port strike looming: What to know and expect
Retailers are bracing for potential pain should thousands of dock workers along the East Coast begin striking this week. Here’s what to know and what to expect.
Retailers are bracing for potential pain should thousands of dock workers along the East Coast begin striking this week. Here’s what to know and what to expect.