Teen gets hefty payout for rare find from NBA legend

A teen found a rare Los Angeles Lakers warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain and received a massive payout.

IRS in the hot seat over potential cash grab from Spain's World Cup winnings: 'It's a rip-off'

As reigning 2026 FIFA World Cup champions, Spain won $50 million in prize money, but a large portion of that could be subject to federal taxes in the United States — potentially up to 30%.

Luke Skywalker's lightsaber nets $3.75 million at auction

The lightsaber from the iconic “Star Wars" sequel sold for nearly $4 million, marking the highest ever price for a prop used in the popular sci-fi film.

Treasury intercepts nearly $99M in federal payments to deceased individuals under Trump fraud order

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has prevented nearly $99 million in federal payments from being disbursed to deceased individuals using a new verification system deployed under President Donald Trump's executive order targeting government fraud, waste and abuse.

US average gas price rises above $4 a gallon again

Drivers are feeling a financial squeeze at the pump as the national average for a gallon of gasoline went over $4. The surging price eclipses last year's average, which had settled slightly over the $3 mark.

Gen Z breaks ultimate taboo by posting salaries online

A Wall Street Journal editor says high living costs and labor market uncertainty are pushing personal finance into public view.

Healthcare fraud recoveries top $5.5 billion despite enforcement slowdown

A new government report reveals that federal oversight efforts recovered billions of dollars in funds, resulting in individuals and companies being banned from federal healthcare programs.

Obamacare premiums going up next year - Here's why

Millions of Americans who buy health insurance through the Affordable Care Act marketplace could face another year of higher premiums in 2027.

These Social Security recipients will receive 2 payments in July

Millions of Social Security beneficiaries will receive two payments in July due to a minor scheduling anomaly. The Social Security Administration is adjusting its distribution dates to ensure recipients receive their money.

Average new car payment reaches all-time high as affordability issues persist

The average new car payment rose to an all-time high in the first quarter as American households continued to face affordability challenges in the economy.

Harriet Tubman $20 bill plan halted, treasury secretary says

The Treasury Department is no longer moving forward with plans to place abolitionist Harriet Tubman on the $20 bill, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said.

Another USPS stamp price increase takes effect soon

Your next trip to the mailbox could cost more. Here's when USPS stamp prices are going up – and by how much.

Microsoft cuts 4,800 jobs, including many in Xbox division

Microsoft has announced it is cutting 4,800 jobs, including many in its Xbox division. Here's what to know.

The US Treasury is holding approximately $29.7 billion in matured US Savings bonds- How to see if you have any

The U.S. Department of the Treasury (USDT) is holding some 80 million matured U.S. Savings bonds worth approximately $29.7 billion that have stopped earning interest. What you can do to see if you have unclaimed bonds.

Flesh-eating screwworm outbreak escalates in West Texas as confirmed cases reach 31

Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 31, prompting Texas authorities to maintain strict emergency quarantine orders to combat the flesh-eating parasite's ongoing expansion in West Texas.

US economy adds jobs at slower pace with 57,000 jobs added in June, unemployment rate dips

Employers in the United States added jobs at a steady pace in June, with 57,000 jobs added, below economists' estimates of 110,000 jobs. The unemployment rate dipped to 4.2%, which was also below the estimate of 4.3%.

Kroger to buy Giant Eagle after failed Albertsons merger

Kroger plans to acquire Giant Eagle which has over 100 supermarkets and multiple pharmacies in several states.