Here's what it takes to be considered middle class in 2024 for each state
With inflation rising, some families who used to be "middle class" no longer fit in that category. Here are the cheapest and most expensive states and cities for 2024.
With inflation rising, some families who used to be "middle class" no longer fit in that category. Here are the cheapest and most expensive states and cities for 2024.
Bad service, no tip: Most Americans demand quality before tipping
A recent YouGov poll reveals that as tipping becomes an expected norm in increasingly varied sectors amid rising living costs, over half of Americans now express a growing resentment towards tipping, opting to leave no tip for subpar service.
A recent YouGov poll reveals that as tipping becomes an expected norm in increasingly varied sectors amid rising living costs, over half of Americans now express a growing resentment towards tipping, opting to leave no tip for subpar service.
Inflation accelerates more than expected in March as high prices persist
The Labor Department has released its closely-watched report for March, showing inflation accelerated again for the third straight month.
The Labor Department has released its closely-watched report for March, showing inflation accelerated again for the third straight month.
America's top 1% has total net worth of $44 trillion
Recent Federal Reserve data reveals that America's wealthiest 1%, with assets exceeding $11 million, amassed a record $44.6 trillion in wealth by the end of the fourth quarter of 2023, with fluctuations observed based on geographical location.
Recent Federal Reserve data reveals that America's wealthiest 1%, with assets exceeding $11 million, amassed a record $44.6 trillion in wealth by the end of the fourth quarter of 2023, with fluctuations observed based on geographical location.
Americans are still craving connection post-pandemic. The eclipse is creating that moment for us.
Millions of Americans are eager to socialize and make this eclipse a special moment – which includes splurging on the day, data shows.
Millions of Americans are eager to socialize and make this eclipse a special moment – which includes splurging on the day, data shows.
California's water supply gets a grade of A+ due to Sierra snowpack
Average performance usually earns a grade of C, but for the state water supply, it's an A plus because we are slightly above average with a historical snowpack for the Sierra and Trinity Mountain ranges.
Average performance usually earns a grade of C, but for the state water supply, it's an A plus because we are slightly above average with a historical snowpack for the Sierra and Trinity Mountain ranges.
$20 minimum wage goes into effect for California fast food workers
California passed legislation last fall that will require a $20 per hour minimum wage at most restaurants.
California passed legislation last fall that will require a $20 per hour minimum wage at most restaurants.
SF unemployment rate grows as California faces highest unemployment in the nation
San Francisco lost thousands of jobs since the holiday season as the state of California faces the highest unemployment rate in the nation, a new report from the City of San Francisco revealed.
San Francisco lost thousands of jobs since the holiday season as the state of California faces the highest unemployment rate in the nation, a new report from the City of San Francisco revealed.
Fast food franchise owners consider raising prices due to new $20 minimum wage
Fast food workers in California received a pay raise Monday, as a new law took effect that sets a $20 hourly minimum wage for workers at large chains.
Fast food workers in California received a pay raise Monday, as a new law took effect that sets a $20 hourly minimum wage for workers at large chains.
Minimum wage vs. tipped wage: State-by-state comparison
Most fast food workers in California are set to be paid a minimum of $20 per hour under a new law that starts Monday. Here is a look at how that compares to other minimum wages across the country.
Most fast food workers in California are set to be paid a minimum of $20 per hour under a new law that starts Monday. Here is a look at how that compares to other minimum wages across the country.
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.
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.
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.
The U.S. Census Bureau released data on Thursday showing the top 10 counties in the country with the most population growth in 2023.
California to relaunch loan program for 1st time home buyers next month
Next month, California will relaunch a popular program that gives affordable loans to first-time home buyers, but this time the state is tightening the requirements for applicants.
Next month, California will relaunch a popular program that gives affordable loans to first-time home buyers, but this time the state is tightening the requirements for applicants.
Macy's closing 150 stores nationwide, including San Francisco's flagship Union Square store
Macy's will close 150 stores nationwide in the next two years, including San Francisco's flagship Union Square store.
Macy's will close 150 stores nationwide in the next two years, including San Francisco's flagship Union Square store.
Wendy's to test 'surge-pricing' menu that updates based on demand
Dynamic pricing, similar to Uber, is coming to Wendy's. The chain will invest in new high-tech digital menus to adjust prices depending on restaurant traffic.
Dynamic pricing, similar to Uber, is coming to Wendy's. The chain will invest in new high-tech digital menus to adjust prices depending on restaurant traffic.
San Francisco store provides shoppers with escorts to deter stealing
A revered and long serving San Francisco independent small business may be establishing a new model of how to fight ramapnt theft by upping customer service with a plan that seems to be something patrons will happily tolerate.
A revered and long serving San Francisco independent small business may be establishing a new model of how to fight ramapnt theft by upping customer service with a plan that seems to be something patrons will happily tolerate.
Capital One - Discover merger: What we know and how it impacts you
Capital One's acquisition of Discover for $35.3 billion will have a major impact on consumer and financial services once the deal is finalized. Here's what you need to know.
Capital One's acquisition of Discover for $35.3 billion will have a major impact on consumer and financial services once the deal is finalized. Here's what you need to know.
Capital One to purchase Discover Financial for $35 billion
Capital One Financial is buying Discover Financial Services for $35 billion, in a deal that would bring together two of the nation’s biggest lenders and credit card issuers.
Capital One Financial is buying Discover Financial Services for $35 billion, in a deal that would bring together two of the nation’s biggest lenders and credit card issuers.
FAFSA glitch blocks students' financial aid applications
Students trying to get federal financial aid for college have had their applications rejected if they have a parent who does not have a Social Security number, according to reports.
Students trying to get federal financial aid for college have had their applications rejected if they have a parent who does not have a Social Security number, according to reports.
Super Bowl party preparations: A food-focused unofficial holiday
All over the East Bay on Friday, football fans were getting ready for the big game on Sunday, with a lot of red and white, including food and wine. It's one of America's favorite food-focused days of the year.
All over the East Bay on Friday, football fans were getting ready for the big game on Sunday, with a lot of red and white, including food and wine. It's one of America's favorite food-focused days of the year.