‘Hopelessness’ among air traffic controllers as government shutdown drags on, expert says

Most air traffic controllers worked six days a week and put in mandatory overtime even before the shutdown, but they have been doing so without paychecks as lawmakers fail to agree on a way to reopen the government.

Trump must fully fund SNAP benefits in November, federal judge orders

A federal judge in Rhode Island has ordered the Trump administration to find the money to fully fund SNAP benefits for November.

2025 government shutdown is the longest in US history

The previous longest government shutdown was during President Donald Trump’s first term when he demanded Congress give him money for a U.S.-Mexico border wall.

Families wait hours for emergency food distribution during government shutdown

With the government shutdown halting full Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funding, thousands of Florida families are struggling to make ends meet. 

SNAP benefits gone? How to get free or discounted groceries

As SNAP benefits will lapse for millions in November, several food delivery services are offering ways to get discounted groceries. Here are some options available.

These states rank as the best for jobs in 2025, data suggests

Searching for a job is a lot of work given how competitive the market is, but sometimes the location could be effective in finding and landing an opportunity, according to a new report.

Federal Reserve issues 2nd rate cut of 2025

The Fed stayed course on its expected rate cut despite missing government data clouding the view of the economy amid the shutdown.

U.S., China reach preliminary deal to ease trade tensions

The U.S. and China reached a preliminary agreement that would prevent a new round of steep tariffs and keep critical rare earth mineral supplies flowing to the U.S. from China.

Americans more worried about finding jobs as inflation persists under Trump

A new AP–NORC poll finds that Americans are increasingly worried about their financial security and job prospects under President Donald Trump.

Government shutdown: SNAP benefits could run out in November, Rollins says

SNAP benefits may be at risk if the shutdown continues into November, meaning food assistance could disappear for about 40 million people.

Grocery bills are most expensive in these major cities, analysis finds

Grocery prices are a big financial stressor for many Americans, and here are the major cities that may be feeling the pinch the most.

Debt collection calls soaring in Florida

According to the Federal Trade Commission, there has been a 150% increase in debt collection calls per capita this year.