(NewsNation) — The average Social Security benefit for retired workers hit an all-time high in May, surpassing $2,000 for the first time. While the $2,000 mark is largely
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New Oklahoma law cracking down on Bitcoin ATM scams
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – A new Oklahoma law is cracking down on scammers using Bitcoin ATMs to steal your money. Senate Bill 1083 was authored by Sen. Darrell
US producer prices rise modest 2.6% in May
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. wholesale prices rose modestly last month from a year earlier, another sign that inflationary pressures remain mild. The Labor Department reported Thursday that its
House GOP approves ‘technical changes’ to Trump agenda bill
House Republicans on Wednesday greenlighted a series of “technical changes” to the party’s tax cut and spending package, removing language that would have thrown their effort off course
Students urged to seek aid now as FAFSA deadline nears
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) – An important deadline is quickly approaching for students heading to college this fall. The FAFSA, or Free Application for Federal Student Aid, must be
Inflation rose slightly last month as grocery prices ticked higher
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. inflation picked up a bit last month as food costs rose, though overall inflation remained mostly tame. Consumer prices increased 2.4% in May compared
Can creditors Freeze Your Bank Account?
If you’re wondering, “Can creditors freeze your bank account if you fall behind on payments?” The answer is yes—but only after they’ve gone through the legal system. A
Trump and Noem on planned FEMA changes: ‘We’re going to give out less money‘
President Trump and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem detailed changes they hope to make to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), both indicating they intend to eliminate the
Federal minimum wage would rise to $15 under Sen. Hawley bill
(The Hill) — Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) wants to double the federal minimum wage to $15 an hour, with legislation filed Tuesday to increase the rate adopted nearly
10 basic car maintenance tips that can save you money
(iSeeCars) – New and used car prices remain higher than they were pre-pandemic. One way to save money on buying a new (or new-to-you) car is to prolong