Americans' confidence in finding a new job is crumbling
Americans' confidence in finding a new job fell to the lowest measure on record, new government survey shows.
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Advice for Powerball winners
Americans are eagerly awaiting the Powerball drawing for an estimated $1.7 billion. Dan Geltrude, a certified public accountant, joins CBS News with advice for the lucky winners.
CBS News poll finds Americans describe "uncertain" economy
Most Americans say prices are going up and expect them to keep going up.
Amazon says it's ending the Prime Invitee program. Here are the details.
Amazon wants users who don't live with a Prime account holder to sign up for their own memberships.
5 costly mistakes to avoid before buying your next car, according to Edmunds
A 2025 analysis from Edmunds reveals that nearly 20% of new car buyers are committing to monthly payments of $1,000 or more.
Why Cracker Barrel's new logo is a flop, according to branding experts
Cracker Barrel misread its own customer base — and our culturally sensitive times — in revamping its image, experts say.
Almost half of adults say they are ordering kids' meals. Here's why.
Adult customers admit to ordering from kids' menus to save money and eat smaller portions, a new survey shows.
4 reasons why the Trump tariffs haven't caused U.S. inflation to soar
For months, economists warned that the Trump administration's sweeping tariffs would sharply boost consumer prices. Here's why it hasn't happened.
Walmart recalls Great Value shrimp after FDA warns of radioactive risk
Some packages of Great Value frozen shrimp sold at Walmart are at risk for potential for Cesium-137 contamination, the FDA says.
Fake Labubu dolls pose safety hazard to kids
Viral plush toys called Labubus are taking over the internet, but it has also inspired counterfeits. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the fraudulent dolls can break apart easily and are small enough to lead to choking hazards.
Back to school season is here. See these tips to save money.
Families are shopping early for school supplies and scouting for discounts amid concerns about the potential impact of tariffs.
Why Nevada is facing worsening food insecurity
High costs and cuts to federal government subsidies have made the nation's food insecurity crisis worse. Andres Gutierrez reports on the struggle to put food on the table in Nevada.
New York AG sues Zelle parent company, alleging lack of fraud safeguards
The lawsuit alleges that Early Warning Services, Zelle's parent, failed to implement safeguards, enabling fraudsters to steal more than $1 billion.
Amazon expands same-day grocery delivery to 1,000 cities
Amazon expands same-day grocery delivery service so more customers can get their goods within hours.
GE Appliances moving some output from China, Mexico to U.S. as part of $3B plan
GE Appliances plans to shift production of refrigerators, gas ranges and water heaters out of China and Mexico as part of a more than $3 billion investment to expand its U.S. operations in the U.S.
Spirit shares plunge after airline warns it's facing cash crunch
Just months after emerging from Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Spirit Airlines is warning about its ability to stay in business.
Inflation rate rose by 2.7% in July, CPI report shows
The inflation rate was cooler than expected, with July's CPI rising 2.7% on an annual basis.
Bed Bath & Beyond brand returns with new store in Nashville
The first Bed Bath & Beyond Home store will open Friday in Nashville, where shoppers will be able to use legacy coupons to get discounts.
Wendy's is struggling as low-income consumers cut back
Wendy's is facing softer consumer demand, with households earning less than $50,000 planning to cut back on eating out.
This car tops the chart of most-stolen vehicles
Here's why one Chevrolet model is the most-stolen type of car, according to a new report.
Tracking cost of cars, trucks, groceries as Trump announces new tariffs
CBS News is tracking the rising cost of products most impacted by tariffs already imposed and new ones announced by President Trump, from grocery items to cars and trucks.
High Noon recall warns some Celsius energy drink cans may contain vodka seltzer
Beverage brand High Noon is recalling some of its beach variety packs due to some cans being mislabeled as non-alcoholic Celsius energy drinks.
Poll: Most Americans expect price hikes soon
A new round of CBS News polling shows views of the economy are slightly better than they were earlier this summer, but concerns about more price increases are weighing down the outlook. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto breaks down the findings.
Fed leaves interest rates unchanged again
The Federal Reserve maintained its benchmark interest rate at Wednesday's Federal Open Market Committee meeting. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady and Olivia Rinaldi have the latest.
New bill aims to protect American call center jobs and consumers from AI
A new proposed bill would protect both workers and American consumers from bad experiences with AI.
Supreme Court to decide constitutionality of Trump's birthright citizenship order
The Supreme Court said Friday it will decide the legality of President Trump's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship.
Survivors of Sept. 2 boat strike were waving before second attack, sources say
Two people who survived an early September U.S. attack on an alleged drug boat were waving overhead before they were killed in a now-controversial second strike, according to two sources.
Report finds Afghanistan mission was "two-decade long effort fraught with waste"
The final report this week from the special inspector general for Afghanistan identified $26 billion in waste, fraud, and abuse in U.S. reconstruction spending in Afghanistan since 2009.
U.S., Ukrainian officials will meet again Saturday on peace plan
The officials in a joint statement said they made progress on creating a security framework for postwar Ukraine and are urging Russia to commit to peace.
Judge orders unsealing of grand jury transcripts from Epstein case in Florida
A federal judge granted a Justice Department request to unseal grand jury transcripts from a federal investigation in Florida into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Here's were minimum wage increases are set to kick in next year
Minimum wages are set to rise in 22 U.S. states and 66 cities and counties next year, even as the federal baseline wage remains at $7.25.
Suspect in D.C. pipe bomb case ordered detained in first court appearance
The man suspected of planting pipe bombs outside the RNC and DNC headquarters in 2021 was ordered detained in his first appearance in federal court.
Minnesota officials saw signs of massive fraud even before COVID hit
In July 2019, Minnesota state officials spotted early signs of fraud that would eventually siphon away more than $1 billion in taxpayer money, sources told CBS News.
Indiana House GOP advances 9-0 congressional map, sending plan to state Senate
President Trump has led the charge to create more GOP-friendly congressional districts in the 2026 midterm elections.