Most retirement calculators will tell you that $1,200 monthly barely covers rent in most American cities, but Paducah, Kentucky wasn’t consulted when they wrote those depressing formulas.

Hutchinson, Kansas stands as a testament to what retirement should be – peaceful, affordable, and surprisingly rich in experiences that don’t empty your wallet. When you’re living on a fixed income, ...

The University of California’s Board of Regents on Wednesday voted to hike tuition rates for incoming students beginning in ...

Managing your monthly expenses can feel overwhelming, especially when small charges add up without you noticing. Many people ...

Managing daily expenses can be a daunting task, especially when seemingly small costs accumulate over time. These expenses often go unnoticed until they significantly impact your budget. By ...

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s allies have launched a seven-figure campaign to support his 2026 budget proposal, but ...

Setting up a monthly budget doesn’t have to feel heavy or complicated. When you take it step by step, you give yourself the ...

With premiums rising faster than both wages and inflation, taking full advantage of employer benefits, comparing available coverage options, and rerunning your financial plan during open enrollment ...

If saved by the Supreme Court, the tariffs are also expected to shrink the economy and cause inflation to spike.

The budget votes began two days into the start of the 2026 fiscal year, after lawmakers passed a stopgap budget Oct. 1. The budget cuts many state agencies but provides about $1.1 billion extra for ...

LANSING — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Michigan legislative leaders announced Thursday, Sept. 25, they have reached a deal for a fiscal year 2026 budget, heading off a state government shutdown that ...

Mayor Brandon Johnson finds himself in an unexpected fight as he works to rally at least 26 votes to pass his $16 billion 2026 spending plan. Though aldermen have agreed in every Chicago budget for ...