Treasury intercepts nearly $99M in federal payments to deceased individuals under Trump fraud order
The U.S. Department of the Treasury has prevented nearly $99 million in federal payments from being disbursed to deceased individuals using a new verification system deployed under President Donald Trump's executive order targeting government fraud, waste and abuse.
The U.S. Department of the Treasury has prevented nearly $99 million in federal payments from being disbursed to deceased individuals using a new verification system deployed under President Donald Trump's executive order targeting government fraud, waste and abuse.
Major grocery chain beats Walmart, Aldi in price war as shoppers hunt for checkout relief
A new price comparison of 15 grocery store staples found that this retailer had the cheapest overall basket, beating Walmart, Aldi and Albertsons.
A new price comparison of 15 grocery store staples found that this retailer had the cheapest overall basket, beating Walmart, Aldi and Albertsons.
US average gas price rises above $4 a gallon again
Drivers are feeling a financial squeeze at the pump as the national average for a gallon of gasoline went over $4. The surging price eclipses last year's average, which had settled slightly over the $3 mark.
Drivers are feeling a financial squeeze at the pump as the national average for a gallon of gasoline went over $4. The surging price eclipses last year's average, which had settled slightly over the $3 mark.
FOX6 Cents: Interview with financial advisor Drew White
Earlier we brought you our FOX6 Cents story that's all about financial advisors. Joining us now to talk more about the benefits of having a financial advisor is Drew White.
Earlier we brought you our FOX6 Cents story that's all about financial advisors. Joining us now to talk more about the benefits of having a financial advisor is Drew White.
Map: How much it costs to raise kids in your city for 2026
While the rising cost of child care and housing is squeezing families nationwide, a new report reveals that the financial strain is significantly unequal depending on where you live.
While the rising cost of child care and housing is squeezing families nationwide, a new report reveals that the financial strain is significantly unequal depending on where you live.
Financial advisor shortage, Northwestern Mutual looks to fill gaps
The U.S. will see a shortage of financial advisors by 2034. Northwestern Mutual hosted an event to expose local students to open investment-related careers.
The U.S. will see a shortage of financial advisors by 2034. Northwestern Mutual hosted an event to expose local students to open investment-related careers.
Financial advisor shortage, Northwestern Mutual looks to fill gaps
We’re all on different financial paths in life, and sometimes it helps to have a guide. But it turns out, there aren’t as many out there as there used to be.
We’re all on different financial paths in life, and sometimes it helps to have a guide. But it turns out, there aren’t as many out there as there used to be.
Federal prosecutors to drop charges against alleged mastermind of $722 million crypto Ponzi scheme
The Justice Department is moving to drop charges against a man accused of running an a bitcoin mining operation that prosecutors said functioned like a Ponzi scheme.
The Justice Department is moving to drop charges against a man accused of running an a bitcoin mining operation that prosecutors said functioned like a Ponzi scheme.
Acting director for US intelligence announces new round of job cuts
Bill Pulte, the acting director of National Intelligence, announced on social media last week that the agency began a new wave of job cuts, but he declined to provide specific figures on how many positions are being eliminated.
Bill Pulte, the acting director of National Intelligence, announced on social media last week that the agency began a new wave of job cuts, but he declined to provide specific figures on how many positions are being eliminated.
Healthcare fraud recoveries top $5.5 billion despite enforcement slowdown
A new government report reveals that federal oversight efforts recovered billions of dollars in funds, resulting in individuals and companies being banned from federal healthcare programs.
A new government report reveals that federal oversight efforts recovered billions of dollars in funds, resulting in individuals and companies being banned from federal healthcare programs.
Consumers shouldn't expect prices to fall anytime soon, top economist warns
Conference Board Chief Economist Dana M. Peterson says consumers are abandoning big-ticket items as housing, healthcare, ad insurance costs influence spending.
Conference Board Chief Economist Dana M. Peterson says consumers are abandoning big-ticket items as housing, healthcare, ad insurance costs influence spending.
Raising financially-confident kids; Tips & strategies for families
Northwestern Mutual Financial Advisor Drew White and his son, Beckett, share tips for raising financially-confident kids.
Northwestern Mutual Financial Advisor Drew White and his son, Beckett, share tips for raising financially-confident kids.
Obamacare premiums going up next year - Here's why
Millions of Americans who buy health insurance through the Affordable Care Act marketplace could face another year of higher premiums in 2027.
Millions of Americans who buy health insurance through the Affordable Care Act marketplace could face another year of higher premiums in 2027.
IRS COVID tax refund deadline is approaching: What to know
Millions of taxpayers who may be entitled to refunds or relief from IRS penalties and interest tied to the COVID-19 emergency have days to file claims.
Millions of taxpayers who may be entitled to refunds or relief from IRS penalties and interest tied to the COVID-19 emergency have days to file claims.
These Social Security recipients will receive 2 payments in July
Millions of Social Security beneficiaries will receive two payments in July due to a minor scheduling anomaly. The Social Security Administration is adjusting its distribution dates to ensure recipients receive their money.
Millions of Social Security beneficiaries will receive two payments in July due to a minor scheduling anomaly. The Social Security Administration is adjusting its distribution dates to ensure recipients receive their money.
Average new car payment reaches all-time high as affordability issues persist
The average new car payment rose to an all-time high in the first quarter as American households continued to face affordability challenges in the economy.
The average new car payment rose to an all-time high in the first quarter as American households continued to face affordability challenges in the economy.
Harriet Tubman $20 bill plan halted, treasury secretary says
The Treasury Department is no longer moving forward with plans to place abolitionist Harriet Tubman on the $20 bill, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said.
The Treasury Department is no longer moving forward with plans to place abolitionist Harriet Tubman on the $20 bill, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said.
Another USPS stamp price increase takes effect soon
Your next trip to the mailbox could cost more. Here's when USPS stamp prices are going up – and by how much.
Your next trip to the mailbox could cost more. Here's when USPS stamp prices are going up – and by how much.
Microsoft cuts 4,800 jobs, including many in Xbox division
Microsoft has announced it is cutting 4,800 jobs, including many in its Xbox division. Here's what to know.
Microsoft has announced it is cutting 4,800 jobs, including many in its Xbox division. Here's what to know.
The US Treasury is holding approximately $29.7 billion in matured US Savings bonds- How to see if you have any
The U.S. Department of the Treasury (USDT) is holding some 80 million matured U.S. Savings bonds worth approximately $29.7 billion that have stopped earning interest. What you can do to see if you have unclaimed bonds.
The U.S. Department of the Treasury (USDT) is holding some 80 million matured U.S. Savings bonds worth approximately $29.7 billion that have stopped earning interest. What you can do to see if you have unclaimed bonds.