House passes $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill, Biden expected to sign on Friday
The House passed the $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill, which includes $1,400 stimulus checks for many Americans. The bill now goes to President Joe Biden’s desk to be signed into law in his first major legislative win.
The House passed the $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill, which includes $1,400 stimulus checks for many Americans. The bill now goes to President Joe Biden’s desk to be signed into law in his first major legislative win.
Michigan legislature reveals nearly $700K in confidential severance deals
The disclosure from the Michigan legislature follows intense criticism of the governor for two high-end payments to former public employees who left the job.
The disclosure from the Michigan legislature follows intense criticism of the governor for two high-end payments to former public employees who left the job.
18-year-old buys first lottery ticket four days after her birthday, wins $25,000
A Kansas woman who just turned 18 won the lottery with the very first ticket she’d ever bought.
A Kansas woman who just turned 18 won the lottery with the very first ticket she’d ever bought.
COVID-19 relief bill: Democrats strike deal on jobless benefits after logjam
Senate leaders and moderate Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin have struck a deal over emergency jobless benefits, breaking a nine-hour logjam that had stalled the party’s showpiece $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill.
Senate leaders and moderate Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin have struck a deal over emergency jobless benefits, breaking a nine-hour logjam that had stalled the party’s showpiece $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill.
How to get approved for a mortgage in 2021 after getting rejected
If you've been denied for a mortgage in the past, that shouldn't stop you from trying to buy a home later down the line. With mortgage rates currently so low, you can follow these steps to improve your chances of qualifying for a mortgage in 2021.
If you've been denied for a mortgage in the past, that shouldn't stop you from trying to buy a home later down the line. With mortgage rates currently so low, you can follow these steps to improve your chances of qualifying for a mortgage in 2021.
What is a settled account and why is it still on my credit report?
Settling a debt can save you money but it can also hurt your credit for years to come.
Settling a debt can save you money but it can also hurt your credit for years to come.
In hopeful sign for economy, US adds 379,000 jobs in February
U.S. employers added a robust 379,000 jobs last month, the most since October and a sign that the economy is strengthening as confirmed viral cases drop, consumers spend more and states and cities ease business restrictions.
U.S. employers added a robust 379,000 jobs last month, the most since October and a sign that the economy is strengthening as confirmed viral cases drop, consumers spend more and states and cities ease business restrictions.
Michigan GOP-led legislature passes $4.2B virus plan without Whitmer's input
Michigan lawmakers have approved a $4.2B COVID-19 plan without input from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, meaning it could still be vetoed.
Michigan lawmakers have approved a $4.2B COVID-19 plan without input from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, meaning it could still be vetoed.
'Tax-time surprise': COVID-19 unemployment benefits lead to higher tax bill for unsuspecting filers
As tax season is in full swing, many Americans are being hit with another financial burden as the COVID-19 pandemic carries on - learning they owe taxes on unemployment benefits.
As tax season is in full swing, many Americans are being hit with another financial burden as the COVID-19 pandemic carries on - learning they owe taxes on unemployment benefits.
How to buy homeowners insurance
Homeowners insurance is essential when buying a new home and to protect your most valuable asset. It only takes a few minutes to compare rates and get the best home insurance.
Homeowners insurance is essential when buying a new home and to protect your most valuable asset. It only takes a few minutes to compare rates and get the best home insurance.
Florida man wins $500,000 playing lotto numbers from fortune cookie
A Florida man’s meal of fried rice and shrimp turned out to be quite the investment.
A Florida man’s meal of fried rice and shrimp turned out to be quite the investment.
Here’s how filing your taxes early could cost you a $1,400 stimulus check
The House is expected to vote on the COVID-19 relief package this Friday.
The House is expected to vote on the COVID-19 relief package this Friday.
House passes $1.9 trillion relief bill, Senate expected to vote next week
Democrats are ready to shove a $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package through the House on Friday.
Democrats are ready to shove a $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package through the House on Friday.
Pay raise for 85,000 Michigan nursing home staff threatened by Whitmer-GOP standstill
Disability advocates are sounding the alarm about potential wage cuts to tens of thousands of direct care workers if disagreements between the governor and the Republican-led legislature over COVID-19 relief aren't resolved.
Disability advocates are sounding the alarm about potential wage cuts to tens of thousands of direct care workers if disagreements between the governor and the Republican-led legislature over COVID-19 relief aren't resolved.
How does payday loan consolidation work
Drowning in payday loans? These options may be able to help.
Drowning in payday loans? These options may be able to help.
Republicans rally solidly against Democrats' COVID-19 relief package
Republicans are rallying solidly against Democrats’ proposed $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill.
Republicans are rallying solidly against Democrats’ proposed $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill.
Study suggests money can buy happiness — perhaps more than previously thought
The Wharton School study found there was no dollar value at which money stopped mattering to a person’s well-being, contrary to influential research that found happiness plateaued around $75,000 a year.
The Wharton School study found there was no dollar value at which money stopped mattering to a person’s well-being, contrary to influential research that found happiness plateaued around $75,000 a year.
Costco to raise minimum wage to $16 per hour, above Amazon, Target
A boost to $16 an hour starting next week puts Costco's starting wages above Target, Amazon.
A boost to $16 an hour starting next week puts Costco's starting wages above Target, Amazon.
Detroit public transit fares resume March 15
The Detroit Department of Transportation has resumed collecting bus fares and selling Dart passes to people. The city has put permanent barriers on public transit to keep drivers safe.
The Detroit Department of Transportation has resumed collecting bus fares and selling Dart passes to people. The city has put permanent barriers on public transit to keep drivers safe.
IRS warns anew of 2021 tax scammers: 'very active and very creative'
By stealing client data and tax preparers' identities, the scammers can file fraudulent tax returns for refunds, the IRS said.
By stealing client data and tax preparers' identities, the scammers can file fraudulent tax returns for refunds, the IRS said.