New study reveals best and worst places to raise a family in America

Raising a family requires a lot of time and planning, but sometimes the area you decide to relocate to may offer good opportunities for a fresh start in a new zip code, according to a recent study.

Top 5 US housing markets where home prices are dropping right now

Home sellers across the country still find themselves needing to cut their asking prices in order to find buyers, with nearly one out of every six of them doing so last month. However, in some cities, that figure is much higher.

American confidence in economy drops to four-year low, poll finds

American economic confidence has plummeted to its lowest level in nearly four years, driven by a combination of resurgent inflation, soaring gas prices and growing political pessimism in both parties. 

Is cheap gas bad for your car?

As gas prices soar, are the cheapest gas stations OK for your car? We talked to an expert to find out.

Bank activity of non-citizens faces heightened review under Trump order

President Donald Trump’s new executive order calls for financial institutions to scan for indicators of people without legal status opening bank accounts or obtaining loans.

Worst Hawaii flooding in decades disrupts farms and produce markets

Hawaii's farming industry is struggling to recover after March storms produced the worst flooding the state has seen in 20 years. The natural disaster has dealt a serious blow to local food supply chains, with state officials urging farmers not to give up.

House proposal would charge EV owners $130 yearly for road repairs

Electric vehicle owners could soon face a $130 annual federal fee under a proposed bipartisan bill created to shore up funding for road maintenance.

Americans turning to installment plans to skip credit cards, live comfortably

More than a quarter of Americans sometimes or often turn to buy-now-pay-later purchase plans when shopping online and many of them are doing so to avoid racking up credit card debt, a new study finds. 

How does unemployment work?

The U.S. is in what economists are calling a “low-hire, low-fire" state, which means many people who are out of work are struggling to find new jobs. Here’s what to know about unemployment benefits.

Fidelity $2.5M data breach settlement: See if you qualify

Fidelity Investments settled a $2.5 million lawsuit following a 2024 data breach that compromised the personal and financial information of tens of thousands of customers.

Walmart to cut or relocate 1,000 jobs in efforts to compete with Amazon

Walmart is restructuring its staff to focus on expansion of AI and tech initiatives. The move marks a significant strategy to compete with Amazon and other retailers.

Young Americans stand out for job market pessimism, data shows

Young Americans' confidence in the job market has plummeted significantly, falling well below the optimism levels of older generations for the first time in years, according to a new poll.

These cities rank as the best places to start a career in 2026, according to data

For young professionals searching for a job in a crowded market, finding an opportunity may come down to the zip code you're in, which might improve your odds of securing a job based on a recent report.

Map: How much are federal, state gas taxes?

State gas taxes are often higher than the federal gas tax, and help maintain roads and infrastructure. Here is a breakdown.