US hiring slowed in August as employers face high inflation, sluggish spending
The economy added 315,000 jobs last month, down from 526,000 in July and below the average gain of the previous three months.
The economy added 315,000 jobs last month, down from 526,000 in July and below the average gain of the previous three months.
These 5 states could tax student loan forgiveness
Student loan borrowers in Mississippi will have to pay taxes on loan forgiveness, and four other states could follow suit.
Student loan borrowers in Mississippi will have to pay taxes on loan forgiveness, and four other states could follow suit.
Bed Bath & Beyond to close stores, lay off workers in attempt to reverse losses
Bed Bath & Beyond says that it will shutter stores and lay off workers in a bid to turn around its beleaguered business.
Bed Bath & Beyond says that it will shutter stores and lay off workers in a bid to turn around its beleaguered business.
Student loan forgiveness limited for many by US drug war's legacy
A generation of Black and Hispanic Americans was disproportionately shut out of one of the keys to Biden's plan, the Pell Grant program, as part of the “war on drugs.”
A generation of Black and Hispanic Americans was disproportionately shut out of one of the keys to Biden's plan, the Pell Grant program, as part of the “war on drugs.”
This is how much money you need for a wedding in 2022
Planning a wedding? Here’s the average cost in the U.S., the average costs by category, and what couples are most willing to splurge on for their big day.
Planning a wedding? Here’s the average cost in the U.S., the average costs by category, and what couples are most willing to splurge on for their big day.
Hooper Island Lighthouse in Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay up for auction
If you've ever wanted to buy a lighthouse -- now is your chance!
If you've ever wanted to buy a lighthouse -- now is your chance!
More than 20 million US households are behind on utility bills
Experts warn mass shutoffs are coming.
Experts warn mass shutoffs are coming.
What kind of student loan do I have? Your student loan relief questions answered
On the surface, President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan sounds simple. But diving into the jargon of student loans? It's complicated.
On the surface, President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan sounds simple. But diving into the jargon of student loans? It's complicated.
This is how much money you need to raise a child in the US
The basic costs for raising a child in the U.S. equal about $20,152 annually, according to 2021 data.
The basic costs for raising a child in the U.S. equal about $20,152 annually, according to 2021 data.
Consumer prices rise to 6.3% in July as inflation begins to ease a bit
A report released by the Commerce Department reveals that a decline in energy prices in July offered some relief amid high prices caused by inflation.
A report released by the Commerce Department reveals that a decline in energy prices in July offered some relief amid high prices caused by inflation.
Student loan forgiveness | What is a Pell grant and how will Biden's program impact recipients?
President Joe Biden’s student loan forgiveness program announced on Wednesday aims to provide $10,000 in student debt cancellation for millions of Americans.
President Joe Biden’s student loan forgiveness program announced on Wednesday aims to provide $10,000 in student debt cancellation for millions of Americans.
Student loan forgiveness: Biden unveils plan to cancel $10K in student debt
Biden unveiled a plan to provide $10,000 of federal student loan debt relief for borrowers who earn under $125,000 annually, and more for those with the greatest financial need.
Biden unveiled a plan to provide $10,000 of federal student loan debt relief for borrowers who earn under $125,000 annually, and more for those with the greatest financial need.
What student loans are eligible for forgiveness? Here's a breakdown
In addition to Biden’s wide-sweeping loan forgiveness plan, there are existing programs for borrowers to have some or all of their student debt erased.
In addition to Biden’s wide-sweeping loan forgiveness plan, there are existing programs for borrowers to have some or all of their student debt erased.
Back-to-school scams: College students beware of potential scheming swindlers
The fall college semester is starting again, which means students across the nation are preparing to dole out tons of money on tuition payments and school supplies again.
The fall college semester is starting again, which means students across the nation are preparing to dole out tons of money on tuition payments and school supplies again.
Biden to make long-awaited student loan debt announcement on Wednesday, reports say
President Joe Biden on Wednesday is set to announce his long-delayed move to forgive up to $10,000 in federal student loans for many Americans and extend a pause on payments to January, according to three people familiar with the plan.
President Joe Biden on Wednesday is set to announce his long-delayed move to forgive up to $10,000 in federal student loans for many Americans and extend a pause on payments to January, according to three people familiar with the plan.
Rock climber from New Zealand slapped with $600K hospital bill after Yosemite fall
Anna Parsons, 21, fell nearly 80 feet from Yosemite National Park’s “Snake Dike” route on Half Dome peak, breaking nearly every bone in her body.
Anna Parsons, 21, fell nearly 80 feet from Yosemite National Park’s “Snake Dike” route on Half Dome peak, breaking nearly every bone in her body.
Steak prices decline on waning demand
The cost of steak is on the decline while ground beef prices remain elevated as consumers adjust their protein preferences to escape soaring inflation.
The cost of steak is on the decline while ground beef prices remain elevated as consumers adjust their protein preferences to escape soaring inflation.
FedEx Ground contractors demand inflation help to prevent delivery collapse: ‘Enormous financial stress’
Route Consultant founder reveals 100% of FedEx Ground drivers are contractors, not employees.
Route Consultant founder reveals 100% of FedEx Ground drivers are contractors, not employees.
Massive rent hikes may finally be coming to an end, economist says
Rent prices are still at an all-time high for many tenants, but data shows asking rent prices have begun to slow.
Rent prices are still at an all-time high for many tenants, but data shows asking rent prices have begun to slow.
ON THE HILL: Transportation Sec. Pete Buttigieg talks Inflation Reduction Act, transportation issues in DMV
In case you missed it Sunday morning, FOX 5's "On the Hill" program sat down with Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg for a one-on-one interview to talk about topics including the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act and what it means for consumers, transportation projects happening across the DMV, and the efforts to resolve “soul crushing” traffic across the area.
In case you missed it Sunday morning, FOX 5's "On the Hill" program sat down with Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg for a one-on-one interview to talk about topics including the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act and what it means for consumers, transportation projects happening across the DMV, and the efforts to resolve “soul crushing” traffic across the area.