Here's how much tariffs are costing US families each month, according to Democrats

As the cost of living continues to squeeze household budgets, a new report is putting a spotlight on the impact of tariffs, and the added financial burden consumers face under current trade policies.

Mayor Parker proposes ride share and delivery taxes in $7B budget plan

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker has unveiled a $7 billion budget plan for fiscal year 2027 that includes new taxes on ride-share trips and retail deliveries.

The Tooth Fairy is paying out more than last year, survey finds

A new poll reveals that the average value of a single lost tooth during the past year has increased. Here's how much it's worth.

Americans skipping meals or cutting back on other needs to afford health care, poll finds

As millions of Americans endure the financial burden of rising health care costs, some admit to making sacrifices to cover their expenses like skipping meals, according to a new poll.

There's billions of dollars in unclaimed money in the US - Check to see if you're owed money

According to the National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators (NAUPA), there are billions of dollars of unclaimed funds or property held by financial institutions, businesses, and state and federal government agencies. There are several ways to see if you may have unclaimed money or property.

Tax refund delays hit multiple states

Taxpayers in several states may face delays in receiving their tax refunds this filing season amid changes in tax policies as well as the processes for filing returns.

1st week of Iran war cost US over $11 billion, Pentagon estimates

The first week of the war in Iran has cost the United States over $11 billion, according to estimates provided by the Pentagon to Congress during a closed-door briefing on Tuesday.

Inflation projected to spike in coming months as energy costs soar

Consumer prices were up 2.4% in February compared with a year ago. That number will be even higher this month if gas prices continue to spike.

Lobstergate: Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon faces backlash over $7 million lobster spree

From $15 million in ribeyes to $98,000 pianos, discover the most outrageous items in the Pentagon's $93 billion end-of-year spending spree under Pete Hegseth.

Federal court terminates Biden-era student loan plan affecting millions nationwide

A federal appeals court on Monday officially finalized the termination of the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan, the Biden program that significantly lowered repayment rates for millions of student loan borrowers.

Inflation holds steady as consumer prices rose 2.4% in February - See what's costing more at the grocery store

Inflation in the U.S. increased in February, according to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) report released Wednesday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Consumers are paying more for food and energy.

Target slashes prices on thousands of items heading into spring

Target is cutting prices to more than 3,000 on-trend items across apparel, home, baby essentials and select food and beverage products heading into spring.

Over 2 dozen states including Pennsylvania reject Live Nation deal, citing consumer harm

More than two dozen states, including Pennsylvania, have rejected the Department of Justice's proposed settlement with Live Nation, the company that owns Ticketmaster.

Here are the most federally dependent states in 2026, data suggests

From disaster recovery to local school funding, a new analysis reveals which states are the most reliant on federal resources. See where your state ranks.

IRS unveils proposed regulations for new Trump Accounts savings program

The IRS and the Treasury Department have released more details about the implementation of Trump Accounts for parents and guardians who want to use the savings accounts for their children.

A cure for cancer would deliver $185T economic windfall, report says

A new report from free-market policy group Unleash Prosperity argues that curing cancer would deliver a staggering $185 trillion boost to the U.S. economy over 35 years.

Oil prices spike as Iran war intensifies: What to know

The price of oil has jumped as the Iran war is now in its second week and it's impacting consumers at the pump in the U.S.

Morgan Stanley cuts 2,500 jobs despite posting record revenue year across all divisions

Morgan Stanley has cut 3% of its workforce, impacting roughly 2,500 employees across investment banking and wealth management divisions in the company's latest restructuring.