Diesel and gas prices expected to remain elevated for at least another year, federal survey finds
High diesel prices are projected to take at least another year to return to 2025 levels, according to a Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas survey of oil and gas executives.
High diesel prices are projected to take at least another year to return to 2025 levels, according to a Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas survey of oil and gas executives.
Trump announces new Iowa steel mill expected to be largest in US
A proposed $15 billion steel plant in eastern Iowa promises to be the largest one in the United States when it opens in 2030. President Donald Trump announced the project from the White House on Monday afternoon, explaining that the project will help protect national security.
A proposed $15 billion steel plant in eastern Iowa promises to be the largest one in the United States when it opens in 2030. President Donald Trump announced the project from the White House on Monday afternoon, explaining that the project will help protect national security.
Map: Mortgage rates are rising slower in these states
WalletHub ranked all 50 states showing which ones had mortgage rates increasing faster than others.
WalletHub ranked all 50 states showing which ones had mortgage rates increasing faster than others.
These cities are spending the most on fast food
Fast food restaurants are famous for offering quick and easy eats without breaking the bank.
Fast food restaurants are famous for offering quick and easy eats without breaking the bank.
30-year mortgage rates hit 2-year high: What homebuyers need to know
New home buyers will face higher payments now that the 30-year-mortgage loan rate surpassed the 7% interest mark.
New home buyers will face higher payments now that the 30-year-mortgage loan rate surpassed the 7% interest mark.
The UN takes on artificial intelligence
OpenAI, Anthropic and Hugging Face leaders will brief the UN Security Council on Wednesday amid warnings that AI technologies could soon improve themselves, and slip beyond human control. Gary Gensler, professor of the practice of global economics at the MIT Sloan School of Management, gives insight.
OpenAI, Anthropic and Hugging Face leaders will brief the UN Security Council on Wednesday amid warnings that AI technologies could soon improve themselves, and slip beyond human control. Gary Gensler, professor of the practice of global economics at the MIT Sloan School of Management, gives insight.
Unemployment claims drop to lowest since mid-July, though public anxiety remains
Applications for unemployment benefits in the U.S. fell to 196,000 last week, marking the lowest level since mid-July and coming in far below expert expectations.
Applications for unemployment benefits in the U.S. fell to 196,000 last week, marking the lowest level since mid-July and coming in far below expert expectations.
Data shows the best and worst cities for women’s health, jobs and quality of life
A woman’s geographical location plays a critical role in shaping her financial prospects, healthcare access, and overall well-being based on findings in a new report.
A woman’s geographical location plays a critical role in shaping her financial prospects, healthcare access, and overall well-being based on findings in a new report.
Toys R Us makes major comeback with 120 new stores opening across US this holiday season
The expansion marks a major step for the brand, which shuttered all US stores in 2018 following its 2017 bankruptcy.
The expansion marks a major step for the brand, which shuttered all US stores in 2018 following its 2017 bankruptcy.
Major airlines adjust flight schedules as jet fuel prices surge
American, United and Southwest Airlines are adjusting flight capacity and schedules as higher jet fuel prices increase operating costs.
American, United and Southwest Airlines are adjusting flight capacity and schedules as higher jet fuel prices increase operating costs.
Gas prices are climbing again with no end in sight, experts say: Here's why
Gas prices shot up 25 cents a gallon overnight in some parts of the U.S. this week, and experts say they could go up even more in coming weeks.
Gas prices shot up 25 cents a gallon overnight in some parts of the U.S. this week, and experts say they could go up even more in coming weeks.
Americans' average household incomes are higher than ever, Census data shows
Median household income in the United States rose in 2025, setting a record for American earnings, according to new Census Bureau figures.
Median household income in the United States rose in 2025, setting a record for American earnings, according to new Census Bureau figures.
Danville's Cielito Cocina Mexicana: traditions on the table
You can experience culture through food, and at Cielito Cocina Mexicana in Danville, the menu takes inspiration from two distinct Mexican regions: Puebla and Oaxaca. As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re exploring the flavors, ingredients and traditions behind the dishes.
You can experience culture through food, and at Cielito Cocina Mexicana in Danville, the menu takes inspiration from two distinct Mexican regions: Puebla and Oaxaca. As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re exploring the flavors, ingredients and traditions behind the dishes.
Social Security COLA 2027 estimate predicts a benefits increase: What to know
Social Security recipients are projected to receive a larger cost-of-living adjustment in 2027, according to an early AARP prediction.
Social Security recipients are projected to receive a larger cost-of-living adjustment in 2027, according to an early AARP prediction.
San Francisco unveils tenant protection plan as city rents spike over 25%
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie, the Board of Supervisors and the City Attorney's office are all pulling together on a plan to help people who rent to stay in their homes.
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie, the Board of Supervisors and the City Attorney's office are all pulling together on a plan to help people who rent to stay in their homes.
What to know about Trump's $5K dividend pledge
President Trump wants to give out $5,000 checks if republicans win control of congress again in the midterm elections. It would cost more than $1 trillion. Peter Loge, director of the School of Media and Public Affairs at The George Washington University, gives insight.
President Trump wants to give out $5,000 checks if republicans win control of congress again in the midterm elections. It would cost more than $1 trillion. Peter Loge, director of the School of Media and Public Affairs at The George Washington University, gives insight.
US bans Canadian motorcycle, dairy, alcohol imports amid trade war
The U.S. is banning Canadian alcohol, dairy products, and motorcycles starting in late September as a retaliatory trade battle between the nations intensifies.
The U.S. is banning Canadian alcohol, dairy products, and motorcycles starting in late September as a retaliatory trade battle between the nations intensifies.
Labor Day gas prices hit record high as diesel surging costs hit drivers
The price of gas this Labor Day weekend high a record high at and average of $4.14 a gallon.
The price of gas this Labor Day weekend high a record high at and average of $4.14 a gallon.
National average price for diesel reaches all-time high at $5.85 a gallon
The national average price of diesel gasoline has hit a new all-time record high in the U.S. on Friday, rising to an average of $5.85 a gallon.
The national average price of diesel gasoline has hit a new all-time record high in the U.S. on Friday, rising to an average of $5.85 a gallon.
TPS to expire and DACA abroad travel ends
For years, temporary protected status has given Salvadoran immigrants a way to live and work legally in the united states. But those protections are set to end September 9th. Now, a new immigration ruling could also have major consequences for DACA recipients who have used or are considering using advance parole to travel abroad. Adriana Contreras, an immigration attorney at Centro Legal de La Raza in Oakland, gives insight.
For years, temporary protected status has given Salvadoran immigrants a way to live and work legally in the united states. But those protections are set to end September 9th. Now, a new immigration ruling could also have major consequences for DACA recipients who have used or are considering using advance parole to travel abroad. Adriana Contreras, an immigration attorney at Centro Legal de La Raza in Oakland, gives insight.