Dr. Mehmet Oz says Medicare enrollment unaffected by shutdown
Medicare open enrollment is active and unaffected by the federal government shutdown.
Douglas County taxpayers win new audit committee to oversee county spending
Douglas County commissioners approved a taxpayer-led audit committee to oversee county spending and promote financial transparency.
What to know about SNAP benefits as government shutdown continues
The USDA warned SNAP benefits for November could be delayed if the government shutdown continues.
Americans more worried about finding jobs as inflation persists under Trump
A new AP–NORC poll finds that Americans are increasingly worried about their financial security and job prospects under President Donald Trump.
Government shutdown: SNAP benefits could run out in November, Rollins says
SNAP benefits may be at risk if the shutdown continues into November, meaning food assistance could disappear for about 40 million people.
These states get the most Social Security benefits
The states that received the most Social Security benefits were California, Florida, Texas, New York and Pennsylvania.
Gas prices may soon drop below $3.00 a gallon, analysts say
Gas prices continue to drop across the country with industry analysts predicting a dip below $3 a gallon soon, the first time in four years.
Georgia surplus hits $14.6B as lawmakers eye spending plans
Georgia’s reserves have climbed to $14.6 billion, including $9 billion in undesignated funds and $5.6 billion in the rainy day account.
Stockbridge Georgia Lottery player wins $4 million in scratch-off game
A Stockbridge player won $4 million on a 200X The Money Georgia Lottery scratch-off ticket.
California's 'Bitcoin Jesus' pays $50M in tax evasion case
A California cryptocurrency investor nicknamed “Bitcoin Jesus" has paid nearly $50 million to resolve a federal tax evasion indictment without having to admit he committed a crime.
What to know about FAFSA applications amid government shutdown
The Education Department has opened the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2026–27 school year, even as the U.S. government remains shut down.
Social Security 2026 cost-of-living increase announcement delayed by shutdown
COLA affects millions of beneficiaries who rely on these adjustments to plan their finances.
Oct. 15 is the tax filing extension deadline. What to know
Despite the government shutdown, taxpayers who requested extensions for their tax returns last year must still meet the deadline.
Some Americans will lose popular 401(k) tax break in major retirement rule change starting 2026
The IRS' new regulations change 401(k) catch-up contributions for some Americans starting in 2026.
Sweeping layoffs 'have begun' as government shutdown drags on
Federal layoffs began Friday as the government shutdown dragged into a second week.
Chocolate prices are scary this Halloween; here's what's driving it
Chocolate lovers will face higher chocolate prices this coming Halloween period. Here’s what we know.
IRS reveals 2026 tax adjustments with changes from 'big, beautiful bill'
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) on Thursday announced annual inflation adjustments for dozens of tax provisions, along with changes made under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA).
Marjorie Taylor Greene blames GOP leadership for shutdown
U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene blamed Republican congressional leadership for the ongoing government shutdown during an interview on CNN Thursday.
Grocery bills are most expensive in these major cities, analysis finds
Grocery prices are a big financial stressor for many Americans, and here are the major cities that may be feeling the pinch the most.
Trump says he is considering giving Americans $2,000 tariff stimulus checks
President Trump said he is looking at sending stimulus checks worth $1,000- $2,000 funded from revenues generated from tariffs to Americans.