Poll: Americans worry over gas and energy prices limited in early days of Iran war

A new poll finds Americans' concern about gas prices and whether energy would be available or affordable did not rise much during the early weeks of the Iran war.

Proposal would limit Social Security benefits to $100K a year for wealthy couples

As Social Security barrels toward broke in less than seven years, a Washington think tank has proposed limiting benefits to $100,000 a year for couples. 

These US cities have the highest debt delinquency rates in 2026, new data shows

A WalletHub analysis of Q4 2025 data across the 100 largest U.S. cities finds that debt delinquency varies significantly by location, highlighting where financial strain is most severe.

Epic Games cuts 1,000 jobs as Fortnite 'magic' fades in 'extreme' market conditions

Epic Games has announced layoffs of around 1,000 employees as declining engagement with its flagship game Fortnite and broader industry challenges strain the company’s finances.

Kohl’s CEO signals what's next for stores after several closures

Kohl's closed 27 stores in 15 states in 2025 as the department store chain looked to get on better financial footing amid declining sales.

World’s largest furniture maker cuts hundreds of jobs amid major restructuring

An 80-year-old family-owned furniture company — which says it is the largest furniture manufacturer in the world — is cutting hundreds of jobs while restructuring a Texas plant.

World Cup wealth: Cascade Heights businesses eye piece of $500M impact

The Cascade Heights Business District is working to secure a portion of the projected $500 million economic impact from the upcoming World Cup.

More tech layoffs: Dell cuts 10% of workforce in past fiscal year

The popular computer maker laid off approximately 11,000 employees in that time as artificial intelligence puts more tech employees out of work.

Ross opens more than a dozen new stores amid broader US expansion plan

Ross Stores is accelerating its expansion in 2026, opening 17 new locations as part of a broader plan to launch around 110 stores this year.

Amazon launches 1-hour and 3-hour deliveries

Amazon just launched new, ultrafast shipping options in some U.S. cities. Here are the details.

Tax scams on the rise in 2026: What you need to know

The Internal Revenue Service released its 2026 Dirty Dozen list of tax scams, warning taxpayers about schemes that threaten personal and financial information.