'Inflation relief' checks: Gov. Whitmer to unveil plan that would send rebate checks to taxpayers
Republicans want the governor to lower the income tax rate. But Democrats and the governor say they are eying rebate checks that would be sent to taxpayers instead.
Republicans want the governor to lower the income tax rate. But Democrats and the governor say they are eying rebate checks that would be sent to taxpayers instead.
Powerball jackpot grows to $747 million after no winner
No one beat the odds and won the top Powerball prize Saturday night.
No one beat the odds and won the top Powerball prize Saturday night.
Here are the winning numbers for Saturday’s Powerball drawing
The estimated $700 million Powerball jackpot is the 10th largest in U.S. lottery history.
The estimated $700 million Powerball jackpot is the 10th largest in U.S. lottery history.
Rocked by inflation, most don't share Biden Administration economic optimism
"The price of everything is going up - and the economy not looking better even though we keep being told every day that the economy is great,” said shopper Kelly King.
"The price of everything is going up - and the economy not looking better even though we keep being told every day that the economy is great,” said shopper Kelly King.
Bed Bath & Beyond closing 87 additional stores. Here’s the list of locations
The latest store closings are impacting the struggling retailer as it considers its options, including possibly filing for bankruptcy.
The latest store closings are impacting the struggling retailer as it considers its options, including possibly filing for bankruptcy.
Does Michigan owe you money or property? Here's how to check
The state of Michigan has millions of dollars in unclaimed property. Is any of it yours? Here's how you can check.
The state of Michigan has millions of dollars in unclaimed property. Is any of it yours? Here's how you can check.
Gas prices are starting to rise. Will relief come soon after?
According to AAA, the current average price for a gallon of regular gas stands at $3.50. Last week, the average price was $3.45.
According to AAA, the current average price for a gallon of regular gas stands at $3.50. Last week, the average price was $3.45.
Powerball jackpot jumps to $653M
The jackpot is worth $653M with a cash value of $350.3M.
The jackpot is worth $653M with a cash value of $350.3M.
3 headed to prison for stealing from Section 8 programs in Michigan
Three family members of the former St. Clair Housing Commission executive director are headed to prison for stealing from Section 8 programs.
Three family members of the former St. Clair Housing Commission executive director are headed to prison for stealing from Section 8 programs.
School bus driver wins $150,000 on $5 scratch-off and plans to pay off mortgage
Paula Harris, a 59-year-old school bus driver in North Carolina, said she also hopes to use the winnings to help out her kids.
Paula Harris, a 59-year-old school bus driver in North Carolina, said she also hopes to use the winnings to help out her kids.
Extra SNAP benefits that began due to COVID set to end next month in 32 states
Some 40 million Americans get help buying groceries each month through the federal food stamp program, called SNAP. Additional COVID funds are soon expiring for many.
Some 40 million Americans get help buying groceries each month through the federal food stamp program, called SNAP. Additional COVID funds are soon expiring for many.
Michigan minimum wage won't hit $13 as appeals court blocks ruling, says 2018 legislature's move was legal
In 2018, Michigan voters approved a plan to raise the state's minimum wage -- only to see it blocked by the GOP-led legislature. An appeals court has ruled that was legal in the state constitution.
In 2018, Michigan voters approved a plan to raise the state's minimum wage -- only to see it blocked by the GOP-led legislature. An appeals court has ruled that was legal in the state constitution.
U.S. economy showed solid growth, but slowdown expected in coming months
The resilience of the U.S. job market has been a major surprise, but analysts say the good times for America’s workers aren’t likely to last.
The resilience of the U.S. job market has been a major surprise, but analysts say the good times for America’s workers aren’t likely to last.
Man accused of spending money mother stole from Veterans Affairs, Michigan Treasury pleads no contest
A man accused of spending money that authorities say he knew his mother stole from Veterans Affairs and the Michigan Treasury pleaded no contest.
A man accused of spending money that authorities say he knew his mother stole from Veterans Affairs and the Michigan Treasury pleaded no contest.
Major Social Security trust funds could be tapped out by 2033: CBO
Social Security spending is trending upward as the proportion of Americans at or above retirement age has increased relative to the active workforce.
Social Security spending is trending upward as the proportion of Americans at or above retirement age has increased relative to the active workforce.
Gold and silver boom predicted as US hits debt ceiling, dollar devalues
Precious metals expert predicts gold and silver will rise in 2023 as government spending results in increased inflation and U.S. hits debt ceiling.
Precious metals expert predicts gold and silver will rise in 2023 as government spending results in increased inflation and U.S. hits debt ceiling.
Tax filing season starts Monday: What you need to know
The IRS says taxpayers should expect a smoother filing season this year.
The IRS says taxpayers should expect a smoother filing season this year.
Google cutting 12,000 jobs as tech industry layoffs widen
Google has become the latest tech company to trim staff after rapid expansions during the COVID-19 pandemic have worn off.
Google has become the latest tech company to trim staff after rapid expansions during the COVID-19 pandemic have worn off.
US debt limit: US Treasury buys time for Biden and House GOP on deal
The Treasury Department says it has started taking “extraordinary measures” as the government has run up against its legal borrowing capacity of $31.381 trillion.
The Treasury Department says it has started taking “extraordinary measures” as the government has run up against its legal borrowing capacity of $31.381 trillion.
Olympic medalist Usain Bolt missing more than $12M from account, attorneys say
Attorneys have threatened civil and criminal action if the money is not returned within 10 days.
Attorneys have threatened civil and criminal action if the money is not returned within 10 days.