Johnson & Johnson agrees to pay $5.5 billion in talc powder settlement

Johnson & Johnson has agreed to a multi-billion-dollar deal to resolve thousands of remaining lawsuits linking its talcum powder products to ovarian cancer.

Mega Millions and Powerball jackpots are a combined $1.4 billion this week

Expect lines at lottery retailers as the combined Mega Millions and Powerball jackpots are over $1.4 billion.  Tuesday’s Mega Millions jackpot is an estimated $800 million and Wednesday’s Powerball is an estimated $663 million.

These are the best and worst states for healthcare in 2026, data suggests

While surging healthcare costs remain a burden for millions of Americans, a new report reveals that your location plays a role in how much you pay out-of-pocket for medical services.

Oil prices ease after US and Iran pause military strikes

Oil prices pulled back this weekend as tensions eased in the Middle East. This comes as both the United States and Iran held off on military actions.

Civil rights groups sue HHS for cutting child care, family assistance

The Department of Health and Human Services is facing a lawsuit from advocacy groups seeking to block proposed cuts and tighter restrictions on federal child care and family assistance funding.

Social Security launches new online tools for disability claims

The Social Security Administration has expanded its my Social Security online services with new tools designed to simplify the disability claims process.

Man jailed for stealing $5.3M from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

An Atlanta man and former accountant was sentenced to four years in federal prison for laundering $5.3 million stolen from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta after a hacker diverted a hospital payment into his bank account.

Buc-ee's reveals managers can earn up to $275K without college degree

Popular gas station chain Buc-ee's has sparked an online debate after displaying signs advertising employee pay, including salaries of up to $275,000 a year for some store managers without a college degree.

30% of Americans admit to shoplifting, annual survey finds

More Americans say they're turning to shoplifting as inflation and financial strain continue to squeeze budgets. A new survey reveals who's stealing and what they're taking.

Teen gets hefty payout for rare find from NBA legend

A teen found a rare Los Angeles Lakers warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain and received a massive payout.

IRS in the hot seat over potential cash grab from Spain's World Cup winnings: 'It's a rip-off'

As reigning 2026 FIFA World Cup champions, Spain won $50 million in prize money, but a large portion of that could be subject to federal taxes in the United States — potentially up to 30%.

Luke Skywalker's lightsaber nets $3.75 million at auction

The lightsaber from the iconic “Star Wars" sequel sold for nearly $4 million, marking the highest ever price for a prop used in the popular sci-fi film.

Atlanta launches PromisePay to help avoid water shut-offs

Atlanta's Department of Watershed Management has launched PromisePay, an online initiative that lets residents and businesses set up flexible payment plans to clear past-due water bills without risking service shut-offs.

DOJ investigating Harvard's international financial aid practices

President Trump called for a federal investigation by the Department of Justice into Harvard University’s China-related academic programs, arguing the school is acting as a shill, allowing Chinese donors to create scholarships that exclude American students. 

Treasury intercepts nearly $99M in federal payments to deceased individuals under Trump fraud order

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has prevented nearly $99 million in federal payments from being disbursed to deceased individuals using a new verification system deployed under President Donald Trump's executive order targeting government fraud, waste and abuse.