Grassroots groups call for Black Friday, Cyber Monday 'blackout'
Grassroots groups around the nation are calling on shoppers to boycott big-box stores and instead spend at local, independent businesses.
Delayed $3.6B aid that helps families pay to heat their homes released to states
Approximately $3.6 billion in delayed funding for heating assistance was released Friday to states and tribes. Here’s what we know.
Tips to keep your money safe this Cyber Monday
'Tis the season for cyber scammers, and with millions of shoppers buying online this Cyber Monday, experts warn to stay on guard.
Powerball jackpot climbs to $719 million for Saturday's drawing
The Powerball jackpot continues to grow after no player matched all the winning numbers from the Nov. 26 drawing.
Hundreds line up overnight for Black Friday deals in Lawrenceville
Black Friday officially kicked off Friday morning, and hundreds of shoppers at Bass Pro Shops in Lawrenceville lined up overnight to secure early deals and gift card giveaways.
Best Buy Black Friday savings deals underway
Best Buy kicked off its holiday deals on Halloween with the electronics giant offering doorbusters every Friday of the holiday shopping season.
36% of Black Friday sales offer no deal at all, experts say
Some of the best products to buy during Black Friday are consumer packaged goods, apparel and accessories and jewelry, according to WalletHub.
HP to slash up to 6,000 jobs by 2028 in massive AI transformation push
Tech giant HP is looking to cut $1B in costs in next three years, and is cutting thousands of jobs in the meantime.
Dick's Sporting Goods plans to close some Foot Locker stores
Dick's Sporting Goods plans to close underperforming Foot Locker stores after its $2.4 billion acquisition to boost profitability and growth.
Stimulus payment November 2025, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check
Don’t spend that money just yet! Rumors are circulating online that the federal government will issue new stimulus checks before the end of the year. But Congress has not passed any legislation authorizing payments, and the IRS has not confirmed that any new stimulus checks are scheduled in the coming weeks.
North Georgia lottery players win big, including $1 million Powerball prize
A Duluth Powerball ticket worth $1 million leads several major Georgia Lottery wins across North Georgia, with additional prizes ranging from $10,000 to $50,000.
Homeowners insurance costs could spike over next 2 years
Homeowners could see insurance premiums jump another 16% over the next two years due to an uptick in natural disasters and rebuilding costs.
Powerball jackpot surges to $681 million ahead of Wednesday drawing
Lottery players will have an opportunity to win the nearly $700 million prize after no ticket matched all the winning numbers in Monday night's drawing.
Georgia Power proposal could raise bills as company seeks to expand grid
Georgia Power is asking state regulators to approve a major grid expansion to meet growing energy demand, but PSC staff warn the plan could raise monthly utility bills by about $20.
‘Home Alone 2’: Kevin’s NYC trip would cost this much in 2025
With the expensive Plaza Hotel stay and room service, here’s how much Kevin’s “Home Alone 2" New York adventure would cost in 2025.
Proposed rule could reclassify nursing degrees, limit student loan access
A proposed U.S. Department of Education rule could remove nursing from the list of professional degrees, limiting federal student loan access and raising concerns among Georgia healthcare and education leaders.
Thanksgiving feast 2025: How much will this year’s meal cost?
Though the price of food has increased this year, there are other ways to create a budget-friendly feast for Thanksgiving.
Middle-income Americans pessimistic about their financial future amid persistent inflation, analysis shows
A new report report found that middle-income Americans are suffering from an "inflation hangover" after several years of price hikes.
Amazon Prime $2.5 billion settlement: Here's how to claim a refund
The tech company has started sending payments to eligible customers to receive a portion of the settlement. Here’s what you need to know.
Verizon layoffs: Company to cut thousands of jobs
Verizon is laying off more than 13,000 employees in mass job reductions that arrive as the telecommunications giant says it must “reorient" its entire company. Here's what we know.