Powerball payout breakdown: What a $716 million winner takes home after taxes
The Powerball jackpot for Wednesday night's drawing sits at an estimated $716 million. However, the actual amount deposited into the winner's bank account will be significantly lower once the IRS and state tax agencies take their cuts.
The Powerball jackpot for Wednesday night's drawing sits at an estimated $716 million. However, the actual amount deposited into the winner's bank account will be significantly lower once the IRS and state tax agencies take their cuts.
SNAP junk-food purchase bans begin Nov. 1 in Montana, North Dakota, South Carolina, and Virginia
Montana, North Dakota, South Carolina, and Virginia 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 several other states that have implemented restrictions.
Montana, North Dakota, South Carolina, and Virginia 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 several other states that have implemented restrictions.
Social Security November payment schedule: Here’s when recipients get their checks
Social Security November payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.
Social Security November payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.
Battleground states: Where Latino votes could matter most
According to the latest New York Times/Siena poll, Democrats lead Republicans by 30 percentage points among Latino voters, highlighting the group’s potential influence in the 2026 midterm elections. Andres Quintero, political science professor at Evergreen Valley College, gives insight.
According to the latest New York Times/Siena poll, Democrats lead Republicans by 30 percentage points among Latino voters, highlighting the group’s potential influence in the 2026 midterm elections. Andres Quintero, political science professor at Evergreen Valley College, gives insight.
Millions of AT&T customers to receive payouts following approval of $177 million settlement
Millions of AT&T customers affected by two massive 2024 data breaches could begin receiving cash payouts within months following final court approval of a $177 million class-action settlement.
Millions of AT&T customers affected by two massive 2024 data breaches could begin receiving cash payouts within months following final court approval of a $177 million class-action settlement.
First-time homebuyer programs and San Francisco's housing market
Mortgage rates are climbing, reaching their highest levels in nearly three years. As of October 22, 2026, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate stands at 7.32%, while the 15-year rate is 6.68%. What does this mean for homebuyers, and is now the right time to buy a home? Christina Perez, with Land Home Financial Services, and Marylou Lopez, with Coldwell Banker San Francisco, give insight.
Mortgage rates are climbing, reaching their highest levels in nearly three years. As of October 22, 2026, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate stands at 7.32%, while the 15-year rate is 6.68%. What does this mean for homebuyers, and is now the right time to buy a home? Christina Perez, with Land Home Financial Services, and Marylou Lopez, with Coldwell Banker San Francisco, give insight.
Man says Texas Roadhouse served him $20 steak instead of pricier filet multiple times
An Illinois man's TikTok warning about one Texas Roadhouse location has drawn over 30,000 views.
An Illinois man's TikTok warning about one Texas Roadhouse location has drawn over 30,000 views.
Trump administration launches new seafood labels, website in 'America First' strategy
The Trump Administration launched a new website and is introducing new food labels to spotlight the president’s America First Seafood Strategy designed to bolster the nation’s fishing industry.
The Trump Administration launched a new website and is introducing new food labels to spotlight the president’s America First Seafood Strategy designed to bolster the nation’s fishing industry.
Trump reveals Audi's ambitious plans for a major expansion in the US
President Donald Trump announced a massive $4.2 billion investment by German automaker Audi during a campaign rally in Georgia on Saturday, touting plans for a new manufacturing plant that he said would produce 200,000 vehicles annually.
President Donald Trump announced a massive $4.2 billion investment by German automaker Audi during a campaign rally in Georgia on Saturday, touting plans for a new manufacturing plant that he said would produce 200,000 vehicles annually.
Halloween candy sales sluggish as shoppers face higher prices, affordability concerns
Halloween is next weekend but candy aisles aren’t emptying out at most stores as cost-conscious shoppers eye chocolate prices and balance affordability as they fill out their shopping lists.
Halloween is next weekend but candy aisles aren’t emptying out at most stores as cost-conscious shoppers eye chocolate prices and balance affordability as they fill out their shopping lists.
Here's where credit limits decreased the most in the US (and why that's bad)
Credit limits are dropping for people in most states, and that could spell bad news for your credit score.
Credit limits are dropping for people in most states, and that could spell bad news for your credit score.
Owning a home comes with a hidden price tag, and it's getting more expensive
The hidden costs of homeownership are rising and have increased by nearly one-third in the last five years as expenses like insurance, maintenance and property taxes take a bite out of homeowners' budgets.
The hidden costs of homeownership are rising and have increased by nearly one-third in the last five years as expenses like insurance, maintenance and property taxes take a bite out of homeowners' budgets.
How to minimize stock market risk
The stock market can be risky, but playing it too safe could put your retirement savings at risk. Angela Lee, a professor of professional practice of finance and economics at Columbia Business School, gives insight on how to manage market volatility and protect your money.
The stock market can be risky, but playing it too safe could put your retirement savings at risk. Angela Lee, a professor of professional practice of finance and economics at Columbia Business School, gives insight on how to manage market volatility and protect your money.
Napa Valley's Carabao: a taste of Filipino cuisine
Napa Valley is known for its wine and fine dining. Now, Chef Jade Cunningham is adding something new to the region’s culinary scene: Filipino cuisine. After rising through the ranks at The French Laundry, she launched Carabao to celebrate the bold flavors and rich traditions of the Philippines, pairing the food she grew up with. Meet Jade Cunningham and Eric Gonzales, the co-owner of the popular restaurant.
Napa Valley is known for its wine and fine dining. Now, Chef Jade Cunningham is adding something new to the region’s culinary scene: Filipino cuisine. After rising through the ranks at The French Laundry, she launched Carabao to celebrate the bold flavors and rich traditions of the Philippines, pairing the food she grew up with. Meet Jade Cunningham and Eric Gonzales, the co-owner of the popular restaurant.
Tipping went from ‘un-American’ to unavoidable, economist says; why that could be a good thing
Tipping has grown into such a regular practice when eating out in the United States that many customers take for granted that they will leave one. In fact, an American overseas may have to fight the urge to do so in countries where it is much less common. But that was not always the case. In fact, as a Texas A&M University professor pointed out, the roles used to be reversed.
Tipping has grown into such a regular practice when eating out in the United States that many customers take for granted that they will leave one. In fact, an American overseas may have to fight the urge to do so in countries where it is much less common. But that was not always the case. In fact, as a Texas A&M University professor pointed out, the roles used to be reversed.
Social Security corrects nearly 50 million records in largest SSN cleanup in agency history
The Social Security Administration says it has undertaken the largest cleanup of Social Security Number records in the history of the agency as part of an ongoing fight against fraud.
The Social Security Administration says it has undertaken the largest cleanup of Social Security Number records in the history of the agency as part of an ongoing fight against fraud.
Amazon to hire more than 300,000 US workers for holiday shopping rush
The jobs include seasonal, part-time and full-time roles across Amazon’s US operations network.
The jobs include seasonal, part-time and full-time roles across Amazon’s US operations network.
Bay Area mixed home prices: what to know
Buyers are backing out of home purchases as high prices and mortgage rates squeeze affordability. But the shift is playing out differently across California, and new Bay Area numbers show a mixed picture for prices and sales. Erika Carrasco, with Intero Real Estate, gives insight.
Buyers are backing out of home purchases as high prices and mortgage rates squeeze affordability. But the shift is playing out differently across California, and new Bay Area numbers show a mixed picture for prices and sales. Erika Carrasco, with Intero Real Estate, gives insight.
Medicare open enrollment: Why premiums could increase for some enrollees
Medicare open enrollment is under way, with several changes on tap that could raise the cost of premiums, increase out-of-pocket caps and offer fewer drug coverage options for enrollees.
Medicare open enrollment is under way, with several changes on tap that could raise the cost of premiums, increase out-of-pocket caps and offer fewer drug coverage options for enrollees.
Sam's Club reveals 2026 Thanksgiving meal: Here's what it will cost
Sam’s Club is ready to help members enjoy a festive Thanksgiving meal at a cost of under $10 a person.
Sam’s Club is ready to help members enjoy a festive Thanksgiving meal at a cost of under $10 a person.