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IRS refund tracker explained: What you need to know before this year's tax filing deadline
Taxpayers may use the IRS' 'Where's my refund?' tool to track their federal tax refund status using their Social Security number, filing status and exact refund amount.
California police bust toy theft ring, recover $10K in stolen LEGO sets
Hemet police busted a toy theft ring, recovering $10,000 in stolen LEGO sets and Hot Wheels after arresting Hugo Omar Sanchez-Sanchez, 37, on theft charges.
National Debt Tracker: American taxpayers (you) are now on the hook for $38,990,599,081,861.70 as of 3/26/26
The United States' national debt is on track to double over the next three decades amid a rush of spending by the White House and Congress.
Iran war could push inflation higher this year, Goldman Sachs says
Goldman Sachs economists see inflation moving higher this year than in their previous forecast amid the oil price shock caused by the Iran war's impact on global oil supplies.
BlackRock's Larry Fink says expanding market participation is needed to address wealth gap amid AI boom
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink warns AI could concentrate wealth among few investors, deepening inequality unless more Americans participate in financial markets.
Mortgage rates jump as Iran conflict hits housing market
The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage rose this week to 6.38%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released Thursday. That is up from last week's reading of 6.22%.
Maine lobster industry hit by harsh winter, falling catch and rising costs
A decline in lobster catch because of brutally cold temperatures this season may have the price tag of lobster rolls going up.
Postal Service to implement first-ever fuel surcharge amid mounting fuel costs, financial challenges
USPS is reportedly planning its first-ever 8% fuel surcharge on packages starting in April as the agency faces a cash crisis and mounting financial losses.
New proposal would cap Social Security benefits at $100K for wealthy couples
A new proposal from the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget would cap Social Security benefits for wealthy couples at $100,000 annually, with a $50,000 limit for single retirees.
Iran war fuels Asia energy crunch as India, Japan, others feel strain
India, Bangladesh, the Philippines and South Korea are all facing energy shortages as the Iran war starts to take a toll on Asian nations.









