US consumers added $16B in credit card debt so far this year, preliminary data shows
The average credit card deb per household was $11,019.
The average credit card deb per household was $11,019.
Georgia seeks $390K from ex-linebacker Damon Wilson in NIL dispute
The University of Georgia Athletic Association is seeking $390,000 from Damon Wilson II over an NIL deal allegedly violated when he transferred.
The University of Georgia Athletic Association is seeking $390,000 from Damon Wilson II over an NIL deal allegedly violated when he transferred.
These states are the most vulnerable for identity theft and fraud in 2025, data suggests
These states topped the list of most vulnerable to identity theft and fraud as complaints surge nationwide.
These states topped the list of most vulnerable to identity theft and fraud as complaints surge nationwide.
What to know about buying gold
CEO of West Point Gold, Derek Macpherson, talks to our Ariyl Onstott about an increase in the price for gold following talks of cutting interest rates. Macpherson breaks down how interest rates affect commodity prices and when is a good time for consumers to buy gold.
CEO of West Point Gold, Derek Macpherson, talks to our Ariyl Onstott about an increase in the price for gold following talks of cutting interest rates. Macpherson breaks down how interest rates affect commodity prices and when is a good time for consumers to buy gold.
US layoffs soar past 1.1M in 2025, highest level since the pandemic
Layoffs announced by employers in November pushed the 2025 total to the highest level since the wave of pandemic-induced layoffs in 2020, new data shows.
Layoffs announced by employers in November pushed the 2025 total to the highest level since the wave of pandemic-induced layoffs in 2020, new data shows.
Super Bowl champ shares struggles of making NFL money last after earning over $100M in career
Beckham starred with the New York Giants, but won a title with the Los Angeles Rams.
Beckham starred with the New York Giants, but won a title with the Los Angeles Rams.
Survey reveals: Who's getting tips for the holidays – and how much?
Data shows that holiday tipping is down slightly and amounts are mostly flat. Here’s a look at who is getting tips for the holidays and how much.
Data shows that holiday tipping is down slightly and amounts are mostly flat. Here’s a look at who is getting tips for the holidays and how much.
Private sector unexpectedly lost 32,000 jobs in November, ADP says
Companies in the private sector lost 32,000 jobs in November, payroll processing firm ADP said Wednesday.
Companies in the private sector lost 32,000 jobs in November, payroll processing firm ADP said Wednesday.
Powerball jackpot jumps to $820 million ahead of Saturday's drawing
The huge cash prize increased after no lottery player matched all the winning numbers from Wednesday night's drawing.
The huge cash prize increased after no lottery player matched all the winning numbers from Wednesday night's drawing.
Atlanta Public Schools approves plan to close or repurpose 16 schools
APS approved a districtwide plan to close or repurpose 16 schools starting in 2027 during Wednesday night's meeting.
APS approved a districtwide plan to close or repurpose 16 schools starting in 2027 during Wednesday night's meeting.
Metro Atlanta rents surge as wages lag, forcing families to keep moving
Metro Atlanta rents have soared far faster than wages over the past decade, forcing families like Emerald Fox’s to keep moving as the ARC pushes for more affordable housing development.
Metro Atlanta rents have soared far faster than wages over the past decade, forcing families like Emerald Fox’s to keep moving as the ARC pushes for more affordable housing development.
Oil and gas prices expected to stay significantly lower through 2026
Noticing some relief at the gas pump? Oil and gas prices are expected to stay significantly lower through 2026, according to the latest forecast from the Energy Information Administration.
Noticing some relief at the gas pump? Oil and gas prices are expected to stay significantly lower through 2026, according to the latest forecast from the Energy Information Administration.
Gas prices fall below $3 for first time in four years, GasBuddy reports
As holiday spending ramps up and many Americans feel squeezed by higher prices on essentials, there is one area offering unexpected relief: gas prices.
As holiday spending ramps up and many Americans feel squeezed by higher prices on essentials, there is one area offering unexpected relief: gas prices.
Michael and Susan Dell pledge $6.25B for children’s investment accounts in Trump program
Billionaires Michael and Susan Dell announced a record $6.25 billion pledge to support up to 25 million American children by expanding participation in the new "Trump Accounts."
Billionaires Michael and Susan Dell announced a record $6.25 billion pledge to support up to 25 million American children by expanding participation in the new "Trump Accounts."
Michael Dell pledges $6.25B for children’s futures
The White House announced a major investment in children’s futures on Giving Tuesday, 12/02/25. Tech billionaire Michael Dell is pledging $6.25 billion to provide 25 million American children under age 10 with incentives to claim new investments in the U.S. The initiative aims to boost early financial growth opportunities and promote long-term economic security for young families nationwide.
The White House announced a major investment in children’s futures on Giving Tuesday, 12/02/25. Tech billionaire Michael Dell is pledging $6.25 billion to provide 25 million American children under age 10 with incentives to claim new investments in the U.S. The initiative aims to boost early financial growth opportunities and promote long-term economic security for young families nationwide.
Trump administration seeking to stop SNAP payments to Democrat-led states for not providing enrollee records
During President Trump’s cabinet meeting Tuesday, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said the administration will stop Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) payments to Democratic-controlled states if they don’t provide information on those receiving the assistance.
During President Trump’s cabinet meeting Tuesday, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said the administration will stop Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) payments to Democratic-controlled states if they don’t provide information on those receiving the assistance.
Georgia nonprofit receives $5M from Bezos to fight homelessness
St. Vincent de Paul Georgia received a record $5 million donation from the Bezos Day 1 Families Fund to expand its services for families experiencing homelessness.
St. Vincent de Paul Georgia received a record $5 million donation from the Bezos Day 1 Families Fund to expand its services for families experiencing homelessness.
SNAP: See the overpayment and underpayment rates for benefits in every state
There are around 42 million low-income Americans who receive benefits from the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP). The SNAP Quality Control system ensures recipients receive the right benefits and identifies both underpayments and overpayments.
There are around 42 million low-income Americans who receive benefits from the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP). The SNAP Quality Control system ensures recipients receive the right benefits and identifies both underpayments and overpayments.
Powerball jackpot soars to $775 million for Wednesday's drawing
The cash prize continues to rise after no lottery player matched all the winning numbers from Monday night's drawing.
The cash prize continues to rise after no lottery player matched all the winning numbers from Monday night's drawing.
Your 2025 holiday tipping guide: Who to tip and how much
Here's a look at how much Americans plan to tip this holiday season.
Here's a look at how much Americans plan to tip this holiday season.