Americans' average 401(k) balance reaches record high, Fidelity data shows
A new Fidelity Investments report shows that the average 401(k) balance reached a record $155,800 in the second quarter of 2026.
A new Fidelity Investments report shows that the average 401(k) balance reached a record $155,800 in the second quarter of 2026.
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.
Trump gave White House aides tens of thousands in cash gifts
Newly released financial disclosures reveal President Donald Trump gave personal cash gifts to close White House aides in addition to their government salaries.
Newly released financial disclosures reveal President Donald Trump gave personal cash gifts to close White House aides in addition to their government salaries.
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.
‘Ferris Bueller gone bad’ helps unravel $240M bitcoin theft
A group of young men scammed an unsuspecting person out of millions of dollars’ worth of bitcoin, but their extravagant spending caught the attention of authorities leading to charges against them.
A group of young men scammed an unsuspecting person out of millions of dollars’ worth of bitcoin, but their extravagant spending caught the attention of authorities leading to charges against them.
Why this major insurance company is issuing cash back payments to millions? Find out if you’re eligible
One of the biggest auto insurance companies is issuing payouts to eligible customers as part of a massive $5 billion policyholder dividend.
One of the biggest auto insurance companies is issuing payouts to eligible customers as part of a massive $5 billion policyholder dividend.
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.
Few Americans support 'Lake America' name, poll finds
A majority of Americans oppose President Donald Trump's order to rename Lake Ontario as "Lake America," a new poll found.
A majority of Americans oppose President Donald Trump's order to rename Lake Ontario as "Lake America," a new poll found.
The AI boom and demand for data centers
Data centers are promising jobs, investment and economic growth, but neighbors want to know what comes with them. The fight playing out in Bay Area communities is part of a much bigger national debate over who benefits and who bears the cost. Daniel Aldrich, a Dean's Professor of Resilience at Northeastern University, gives insight.
Data centers are promising jobs, investment and economic growth, but neighbors want to know what comes with them. The fight playing out in Bay Area communities is part of a much bigger national debate over who benefits and who bears the cost. Daniel Aldrich, a Dean's Professor of Resilience at Northeastern University, gives insight.
Finding a job as artificial intelligence changes recruiting
Artificial intelligence is transforming the recruiting process, so how can workers make sure they don’t get lost in the crowd? Keiyana Arnold, founder of Werk The Room, has tips for standing out, telling your story and knowing when it’s time to make a career pivot.
Artificial intelligence is transforming the recruiting process, so how can workers make sure they don’t get lost in the crowd? Keiyana Arnold, founder of Werk The Room, has tips for standing out, telling your story and knowing when it’s time to make a career pivot.
SNAP junk-food bans begin Aug. 31 in South Carolina and Sept. 1 in North Dakota - See other states with bans
South Carolina and North Dakota are the latest states implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food, joining other states too.
South Carolina and North Dakota are the latest states implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food, joining other states too.
Google Assistant $68M settlement claim deadline is here: What to know
Eligible Americans have just hours left to file a claim in a proposed $68 million Google Assistant privacy settlement. Here’s who may qualify and how to file a claim.
Eligible Americans have just hours left to file a claim in a proposed $68 million Google Assistant privacy settlement. Here’s who may qualify and how to file a claim.
Social Security September payment schedule: Here’s when recipients get their checks
Social Security September payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.
Social Security September payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.
Filipino-inspired vegan cuisine with Chef Reina
Chef Reina Montenegro is bringing her signature Filipino flavors and plant-forward cooking to a new experience at San Francisco's Laughing Monk on Fulton Street. Here is a preview of her new menu.
Chef Reina Montenegro is bringing her signature Filipino flavors and plant-forward cooking to a new experience at San Francisco's Laughing Monk on Fulton Street. Here is a preview of her new menu.
How to avoid a Social Security cut? Lawmakers float plans to protect benefits
Lawmakers are floating several plans to prevent a projected Social Security benefit cut beginning in 2032.
Lawmakers are floating several plans to prevent a projected Social Security benefit cut beginning in 2032.
Here's when Social Security COLA update is expected to be announced
Retirees can start planning: The Social Security Administration is expected to announce the 2027 cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, soon. Here's when.
Retirees can start planning: The Social Security Administration is expected to announce the 2027 cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, soon. Here's when.