Tag: Government programs
Which health insurance plan may be right for you?
Everyone likes a good deal, and health insurance bargains abound this time of year. But buyers should look beyond price when searching for...
Alaska political leaders hope to see Trump undo restrictions on oil drilling
JUNEAU, Alaska -- President-elect Donald Trump promised repeatedly during his campaign to expand oil drilling in the U.S., which is good news for...
What to know about the congressional push to expand Social Security benefits
WASHINGTON -- The House has passed legislation that would provide full Social Security benefits to millions of people, pushing it one step closer...
Number of Americans filing for unemployment falls to lowest level in 6 months
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell to the lowest level in six months last week as layoffs remain at relatively...
Kraft Heinz stops serving school-designed Lunchables because of low demand
Food and beverage manufacturer Kraft Heinz said Tuesday that it no longer is serving the Lunchables meals it created for U.S. schools. The...
This week: consumer prices, unemployment benefits, Walt Disney earnings
The Labor Department issues its October report on consumer prices on Wednesday, The Walt Disney Co. releases its latest quarterly financial results before...