Canned pet food shortage continues amid supply chain woes

The canned pet food industry continues to feel the burn as supply chain woes and increases in price leave many pet owners improvising their dog or cat’s next meal.

US inflation soared 7.9% in past year, a fresh 40-year high

Propelled by surging costs for gas, food and housing, consumer inflation jumped 7.9% over the past year, the sharpest spike since 1982 and likely only a harbinger of even higher prices to come.

Gas prices, low car inventory make for 'perfect storm' of uncertainty

"The problem right now is, there is just not a lot of availability of any kind of vehicle," Krebs said. "If you want to switch to an EV or hybrid, there aren't very many of them available."

Michigan insurance refunds start this week. When drivers should expect their $400 checks

Insurance refunds for every car insured on Michigan roads will start to be issued this week. Here's when drivers should expect to see that $400 per automobile in their bank account - and more questions answered.

Biden to sign order mandating study of cryptocurrency as its use explodes

The Biden administration views the explosive popularity of cryptocurrency as a call for acting with urgency to look at the risks and benefits of digital assets.

Michigan's gas tax: how much is on a gallon of gas?

Michigan's gas tax is among the highest in the nation as rouhgly $10 of your fill up goes to state and federal taxes. Here's a breakdown of how it's calculated and why we're paying more today than a year ago.

Gas prices skyrocket to over $4, could take food off the table for some

Gas prices are closing in on a $4.50 and unlikely to come down anytime soon. But that's not just a pain, it could lead to an impossible choice.

Gas prices inch closer to $4 per gallon in Michigan amid Russian invasion of Ukraine

Gas prices aren't going to turn around anytime soon, especially with spring break and the summer holidays on the horizon. But the invasion of Ukraine by Russia is putting a different kind of strain on the cost per gallon.

New Michigan law clears way for part-time workers to keep jobless benefits

Part-time workers qualified for jobless benefits when the pandemic struck under a federal aid program, but were not technically eligible by state law.

What is SWIFT? A look at West’s toughest sanctions on Russia yet

On Saturday, The United States joined European allies to impose the most potentially crippling financial penalties yet on Russia — cutting some banks off from SWIFT. Here’s a look at what that means.

Rising gas prices: Ways to maximize your fuel economy

As gas prices continue to climb, here are some tips and tricks to help save you money and maximize your fuel economy.