Household income drops amid high inflation

The typical American’s income dropped for the third straight year amid record-high inflation. But you can still pay down high-interest debt quickly.

Georgia autoworkers begin striking at Clayton County warehouse

United Auto Workers at the Clayton County auto parts distribution center say they’re willing to strike for as long as it takes to get their demands met.

Rite Aid to close hundreds of stores in bankruptcy: report

Rite Aid will reportedly close 400 to 500 stores as it plans to file for bankruptcy, the Wall Street Journal reported.

Inflation is affecting parents' ability to pay for education: survey

Inflation is taking a toll on back-to-school shopping expenses in 2023 as parents struggle with funding their children's education, supplies and extracurriculars, according to a survey.

The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is back

Oscar Mayer says the Frankmobile is toast. The Wienermobile rides again.

Hollywood actor, writer strikes have broad support among Americans, poll finds

Negotiations have restarted on the writers strike while actors wait for their turn. Issues in both strikes include pay and the use of artificial intelligence.

Bank of America will increase its minimum wage to $23 an hour

Bank of America’s minimum hourly pay will become $23 once the North Carolina-based company’s planned increase happens. 

Fed pauses interest rate hikes in September but could raise rates again this year

The Federal Reserve paused interest rates in its September meeting. But inflation remains high as Americans deal with record credit card debt. Here’s what to do.

Student loan repayment may force some to take on more debt: survey

Many student loan borrowers are anxious that they won't be able to meet their payment obligations once repayments resume in October, according to a recent survey by Achieve.

UAW's argument about pay raises and how much Detroit's Big Three CEO's make

The UAW has touted the line that CEO pay has risen by 40% over the past four years so employees should get the same. But here's how much the CEO's of Detroit's Big Three make and how much it's gone up over the past four years.

What does the future hold in Georgia for AI-powered manufacturing?

It was a difficult conversation about what the future holds, but a necessary one. A lot of people anticipate artificial intelligence will transform our lives, but will it be for better or for worse? 

Social Security payments could rise 3.2 percent in 2024

The Social Security cost of living adjustment could increase to 3.2% in response to high inflation. But it’s far from the 2023 record raise and many Americans still struggle to generate retirement income.

Businesses get boosted benefit as Braves head into postseason

Businesses at The Battery hope it's a deep postseason run, because every game played means more potential sales.

UAW Strike: What Detroit's Big Three have offered to the union

The UAW is on strike while demanding pay increases, protection from inflation, and more. Here's what Detroit's Big Three have offered to the union, so far.