Why are food prices so high despite inflation falling?

Even if the cost of groceries declines, researchers say it's harder to notice decreasing food prices when the overall cost of living remains steep.

401(k) hardship withdrawals increase as inflation stays high

A record number of Americans are dipping into their retirement savings accounts for financial emergencies amid ongoing high inflation.

Someone in New Jersey won the $1.13 billion Mega Millions jackpot

Someone in New Jersey who bought a single ticket overcame the odds Tuesday night and won the $1.13 billion Mega Millions jackpot, breaking a winless streak that dated to last December.

Three reasons why egg prices are so high ahead of Easter

Egg prices are reaching near-historic highs globally as Easter and Passover approach, reflecting market turbulence driven by disease, high demand, and rising costs for farmers.

Here's the minimum annual income required to be middle class in Texas

A recent study has figured out the minimum annual income required for a family of four to be considered middle class in each state. See where Texas ranks.

MacKenzie Scott doubles planned nonprofit gifts — here's how much she's given away so far

MacKenzie Scott is giving $640 million to more than 360 organizations in response to an application process. The award is more than double the amount that she initially promised.

Fed leaves interest rates unchanged, says three cuts still planned

The decision, which was widely expected, keeps the federal funds rate between a range of 5.25% to 5.5%, a 22-year-high. This will also keep rates for mortgages, loans and credit cards at elevated levels.

Biden doubles down on billionaire tax plan, homebuyer tax credit

President Joe Biden, addressing a crowd in Las Vegas, announced plans to tackle economic inequalities and the housing affordability crisis.

Powerball drawing tonight worth estimated $645 million

The new jackpot is the second to surpass $600 million this year after no one won the top prize in this weekend’s drawing.

More people moved to these US counties in 2023 than anywhere else

The U.S. Census Bureau released data on Thursday showing the top 10 counties in the country with the most population growth in 2023.

Majority of Americans feel frustrated by excessive tipping, leaving less on average: survey

Tipping expectations have "gone too far" for many Americans, citing increasing gratuity requests at self-service kiosks and convenience stores, according to a new survey.

Winning numbers drawn for Powerball's $532 million jackpot

Feeling lucky? The winning numbers for Powerball's highly-anticipated $532 million jackpot were drawn on March 11.