Biden ‘has not ruled out’ canceling student loan debts, White House says

Press Secretary Jen Psaki made the comment the same day the Biden administration announced plans to freeze federal student loan payments through Aug. 31

Congress votes to suspend Russia trade status, enact oil ban

Congress voted overwhelmingly Thursday to suspend normal trade relations with Russia and ban the importation of its oil, ratcheting up the U.S. response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine amid reports of atrocities.

Bitcoin 2022 conference: Miami's cryptocurrency craze on full display

Thousands of crypto enthusiasts are gathering in Miami for Bitcoin 2022 as the city builds its reputation as one of the key locations to develop blockchain technology.

Corn could be the answer to high gas prices

Under the Home Front Energy Independence Act, ethanol fuel would be produced and sold year-round in the U.S. instead of only during the summer months. The proposal aims to further decrease dependence on Russian petroleum exports over its war on Ukraine.

Greater Milwaukee housing market; realtors on what to know

The Greater Milwaukee housing market saw record sales in 2021. With demand outweighing supply, realtors say there are ways to get ahead of the competition.

Oregon man cashes in forgotten lottery ticket, wins $8.9M

Wilbur Brown of Oregon purchased his winning multi-drawing lottery ticket on Christmas Eve in 2021 and forgot about it until February 2022. That’s when he found out he won the $8.9 million jackpot.

What is shrinkflation? How companies hide inflation without increasing prices

If you haven’t seen a price increase on a product or service you purchased recently, chances are that the company may still be passing along the rising costs to you without the obvious price hikes.

Zelle scammers steal thousands of dollars from Maryland woman

A Maryland woman scammed out of thousands of dollars is speaking out in an effort to help others avoid a ploy making the rounds across the country.

Milwaukee Boys & Girls Clubs get $17M from MacKenzie Scott

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee on Thursday announced a gift of $17 million from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott.

The 'downright ugly' retirement moves Americans made over the past two years

Americans have been through a lot over the past two years, and a new study shows that during that time many ended up making "downright ugly" decisions regarding their retirement planning – often out of necessity.