Here’s what the typical grocery basket costs today – and it's higher than last year
Prices for eggs, broccoli and bananas saw significant increases.
Trump and Harris’ plans to end taxes on tips may sound good to some, but may be tough to do
Trump and Harris agree on the policy to eliminate federal taxes on workers’ tips. But experts say there’s a reason Congress hasn’t already made the change.
Inflation is down and you deserve some of the credit, economists say
Americans' refusal to keep paying higher prices may be dealing a final blow to the country’s inflation problem.
Italian restaurant chain files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Italian restaurant chain Buca di Beppo filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Monday.
Stocks tumble as Dow, S&P 500 close out worst day since 2022
The Dow Jones Industrial Average tumbled 1,033.99 points, or 2.6%, while the Nasdaq Composite and S&P 500 fell 3.43% and 3%, respectively. The Dow and S&P 500 closed out their worst day since September 2022.
Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq have worst session since 2022
U.S. stocks registered the worst session since 2022 after a string of weak economic reports jolted investor fears that a recession may be brewing.
1 in 3 parents say they can't afford back-to-school shopping this year, survey says
A new survey reveals that parents are bracing for the financial impact of back-to-school shopping.
Intel to layoff roughly 15,000 workers amid revenue slump
Intel Corp. sent a memo to employees on Thursday announcing that the company would be cutting nearly15,000 jobs.
Study ranks US states with most financially-distressed residents
WalletHub's recent study reveals the U.S. states with the most financially-distressed residents, highlighting surprising trends and economic struggles. Michigan tops the list, followed closely by Texas and Nevada.
Federal Reserve sees progress with inflation, hinting that a rate cut is near
The Federal Reserve said progress was made to lower inflation, suggesting that the central bank is moving closer to cutting its key interest rate for the first time in four years.
US national debt tops $35 trillion, hitting new record
The U.S. gross national debt hit $35,001,278,179,208.67 on Monday, according to the Treasury Department.
Median home price in metro Atlanta overpriced, study says
The metro Atlanta area is the second most overpriced housing market in the nation, according to a newly released study.
US economic growth increased last quarter to a healthy 2.8% annual rate
The nation’s economy accelerated last quarter at a strong 2.8% annual pace, with consumers and businesses helping drive growth despite the pressure of continually high interest rates.
Bosses admit that return-to-office mandates were meant to make staff quit
Bosses implemented return-to-office mandates hoping their workers would quit
Great Resignation 2.0 could be on the horizon, with 3 in 10 workers planning to quit in 2024, survey shows
Low pay, desire for better benefits and search for less stressful work are some reasons behind the shift.
Social Security just announced a change for millions of beneficiaries
Millions of Social Security recipients must switch to a new Login.gov portal to continue accessing their online account information, as announced by the Social Security Administration.
Dunwoody gas station to drop prices for one day
A gas station in Dunwoody has plans to drop the price of gas for one day. Here's when you can fill-up for less.
Georgia gas prices on the rise, 8-cent increase from last week
Gas prices in Georgia are on the rise, with this morning's average cost per gallon higher than last week's.
Flowing with Blessings: Atlanta nonprofit turns bus into laundry station for unhoused
A local nonprofit is trying to make a difference in the lives of those people experiencing homelessness here in our community.
Inflation unexpectedly fell to 3% in June
The consumer price index (CPI), a broad measure of how much everyday goods like gasoline, groceries and rent cost, dropped 0.1% in June from the previous month. It marked the first monthly decline since May 2020.