Record-high Social Security cost-of-living increase poised to kick in soon
Over 66 million Americans on social security are set to receive a record-high cost of living increase in 2023.
Elon Musk becomes first person to lose $200 billion: report
Elon Musk previously held the title of the world's richest person.
Deutsche Bank, JPMorgan Chase deny benefiting from Epstein's sex trafficking
Victims of Jeffrey Epstein claim banks knowingly benefited from his sex trafficking, earning millions of dollars from the financier.
Mega Millions jackpot jumps again after no winners reported Friday
The Mega Millions jackpot has soared past $600 million just six other times in its more than 20-year history.
PG&E 'sticker shock' explained
If November's gas and electric bills didn't give you sticker shock, this month's as well as the next two, will. As of New Year's Day, the state Public Utilities Commission has granted PG&E increased gas and electricity prices.
Homelessness in San Francisco: Talk of frustration, survival
On a frosty December morning, Victoria Solomon recounted how San Francisco police had rousted her awake hours earlier, and threatened to take her to jail if she didn’t clear out within 10 minutes.
What are the Mega Millions numbers? Friday night's drawing revealed
The final Mega Millions jackpot drawing of 2022 also comes with a $347.8 million cash option.
New California laws on abortion, jaywalking, rap lyrics
Cheaper abortions, raises for some workers and grace for jaywalkers and loiterers are some of the hundreds of new laws that take effect in California next year.
These are the states where people spend — and win — the most on lottery tickets: study
If you’re hoping to hit it big by playing the lottery, you may have more luck depending on where you live.
Real estate in 2023: Best, worst locations to move to in the new year
Experts offer insights into what parts of the country are best to move to if you're looking to get the most bang for your buck. Renters, meanwhile, will be in their "strongest negotiating position."
2022 a strong year for employment for California
In the last year, California's job market seems to remain apart, aside and mostly immune to the overall economy. In all sectors of California's employment, 2022 saw major job gains, even where we're seeing layoffs.
How high gas prices could rise by spring
A new projection from GasBuddy suggests that gas prices will decrease next year after record highs in 2022, but they could still hit $4 per gallon by May.
Mega Millions climbs to $640 million after no Tuesday winner
There were some second-prize winners on Tuesday night, officials said. Here were the numbers drawn and details about the next big jackpot drawing.
Here are the winning numbers for Tuesday's Mega Millions $565M jackpot
The Mega Millions jackpot also comes with a $293.6 million cash option for Tuesday night's drawing.
Man wins $1M lottery prize while getting gas for wife
Christian Kalil of Massachusetts chose the annuity option and will receive 20 annual payments of $50,000 before taxes.
Holiday sales increase 7.6% despite the squeeze of inflation
U.S. sales between Nov. 1 and Dec. 24, a period that is critical for retailers, were fueled by spending at restaurants and on clothing.
Tipping at the counter: Are you being rude if you don't leave something extra?
Is a tip at the counter required? Lifestyle and etiquette expert Elaine Swann explains the basis for making the decision whether to tip.
Secure 2.0: How the new spending bill could affect your retirement
The retirement savings measure labeled Secure 2.0 would reset how people enroll in retirement plans. Here's how it works.
Mega Millions jackpot up to $565 million, second largest this year
Tuesday's Mega Millions jackpot is the second largest this year.
IRS delays new tax-reporting rule on Venmo, PayPal payments over $600
The controversial reporting rule on payments over $600 will not go into effect this year.



















