Fed leaves interest rates unchanged despite Trump demands
The Federal Reserve voted to leave its short-term interest rate unchanged as expected, despite mounting pressure from President Donald Trump to lower them.
The Federal Reserve voted to leave its short-term interest rate unchanged as expected, despite mounting pressure from President Donald Trump to lower them.
Student loan delinquency is increasing most in these states, study finds
As more borrowers fall behind on student loan payments, some states are faring better than others when it comes to delinquencies.
As more borrowers fall behind on student loan payments, some states are faring better than others when it comes to delinquencies.
North Georgia player wins $1M from scratch off
A Decatur man won $1M by playing Georgia Lottery scratch-offs.
A Decatur man won $1M by playing Georgia Lottery scratch-offs.
Home-sale cancellations are rising: What it could mean for the market
New data shows canceled home sales are rising – is this the start of a true buyer’s market? Here’s what we know.
New data shows canceled home sales are rising – is this the start of a true buyer’s market? Here’s what we know.
Federal Reserve likely to keep interest rates the same this week: What to know
Federal Reserve officials are split on whether to slash interest rates as President Donald Trump favors rate cuts based on his claim that the nation’s economy is thriving.
Federal Reserve officials are split on whether to slash interest rates as President Donald Trump favors rate cuts based on his claim that the nation’s economy is thriving.
Poll reveals how worried Americans are about Social Security
The uncertain future surrounding Social Security has many concerned about the number of benefits they will receive once they retire, according to a new poll.
The uncertain future surrounding Social Security has many concerned about the number of benefits they will receive once they retire, according to a new poll.
Tariff rebate check: What Trump said and what we know
President Trump told reporters this week that he is considering a tariff rebate check. Here’s what he said and what we know.
President Trump told reporters this week that he is considering a tariff rebate check. Here’s what he said and what we know.
First Liberty Building & Loan Ponzi scheme: Rep. Scott blasts SEC's oversight
Congressman David Scott demands a thorough investigation into the SEC's failure to detect First Liberty's $140 million Ponzi scheme.
Congressman David Scott demands a thorough investigation into the SEC's failure to detect First Liberty's $140 million Ponzi scheme.
These states require the most, least amount of money to retire comfortably: Study
See where your state ranks in retirement savings needs – and why it matters.
See where your state ranks in retirement savings needs – and why it matters.
You can now help pay down the nation’s debt through Venmo, PayPal
People have been gifting money to help pay down the national debt for years.
People have been gifting money to help pay down the national debt for years.
Social Security recipients could see $18,000 cut in benefits by 2032, analysis warns
A new analysis projects steep automatic cuts to Social Security and Medicare starting in 2032, unless lawmakers act to address the shrinking trust funds.
A new analysis projects steep automatic cuts to Social Security and Medicare starting in 2032, unless lawmakers act to address the shrinking trust funds.
Abolish Georgia's income tax? A group of senators is looking into it
A group of Georgia senators is launching an effort to eliminate the state’s income tax, aiming to draft a plan by the end of the year that provides tax relief without jeopardizing essential government services.
A group of Georgia senators is launching an effort to eliminate the state’s income tax, aiming to draft a plan by the end of the year that provides tax relief without jeopardizing essential government services.
First Liberty Building & Loan Ponzi scheme: Receiver reports records in 'shambles'
The financial records of First Liberty Building & Loan are in disarray, complicating efforts to recover funds from a $140 million Ponzi scheme.
The financial records of First Liberty Building & Loan are in disarray, complicating efforts to recover funds from a $140 million Ponzi scheme.
Nearly two-thirds of parents say they’ve gone into debt for summer camp or activities
Summer child care is breaking the bank. A new survey reveals how much parents are spending to keep their kids busy during the break.
Summer child care is breaking the bank. A new survey reveals how much parents are spending to keep their kids busy during the break.
North Georgia man wins $3M from scratch-off ticket
A Georgia Lottery scratch off player in North Georgia is now a millionaire.
A Georgia Lottery scratch off player in North Georgia is now a millionaire.
GENIUS Act: Trump signs stablecoin bill into law
President Trump signed the GENIUS Act on stablecoins into law, a major milestone for the crypto industry.
President Trump signed the GENIUS Act on stablecoins into law, a major milestone for the crypto industry.
Atlanta Public Schools announces pay raise for frontline workers
Atlanta Public Schools will increase salaries for bus drivers, custodians, paraprofessionals, and nurses.
Atlanta Public Schools will increase salaries for bus drivers, custodians, paraprofessionals, and nurses.
UPS delivery drivers offered buyouts amid 'unique circumstances'
UPS is offering a voluntary separation package to full-time U.S. drivers amid a major network reconfiguration.
UPS is offering a voluntary separation package to full-time U.S. drivers amid a major network reconfiguration.
Georgia's unemployment rate holds steady at 3.5%, outperforming national average
Georgia's unemployment rate remained steady at 3.5% in June 2025, below the national average of 4.1%.
Georgia's unemployment rate remained steady at 3.5% in June 2025, below the national average of 4.1%.
How much you need to earn to afford an apartment in your state
A new report reveals the hourly wage a full-time worker must earn to afford a modest apartment in each U.S. state, and the numbers are far out of reach for many.
A new report reveals the hourly wage a full-time worker must earn to afford a modest apartment in each U.S. state, and the numbers are far out of reach for many.