How rich kids snap up early college spots
The early admissions race tends to favor affluent families that don't have to hunt for the best possible financial aid
Harold Hamm's ex-wife cashes $1B divorce check
After initially playing hardball, Sue Ann Arnall has decided to accept the monster payout
Workers say they'll take a hike without a pay raise
One-third say they'll look for new jobs this year if bosses don't pay up, and half are sure they'd find something else soon
Charlie Hebdo copies bid up on eBay
Controversial past issues are seeing big bids, while the publication plans to print 1 million copies
The latest Hollywood entry? Marriott hotels
In a novel marketing effort, the world's largest hotel chain is getting into movie-making
Food stamp cuts may force 1 million into "hardship"
With U.S. states tightening eligibility rules for food assistance, many unemployed adults could face tough times in 2016
The United States of No Vacation
Four out of 10 Americans took no vacation days last year, but a strong work ethic isn't the reason
How one state is taking a crack at the retirement crisis
This Midwestern state is starting an innovative opt-out savings plan that may reach millions of workers
The massive retirement gap for CEOs versus workers
Target's former top executive received $47 million to retire, or more than 1,000 times the average worker
Piketty: Bill Gates doesn't want to pay more tax
The French economist says America's richest man loves his book but disagrees with paying more tax
Why sledding is on a slippery slope
More towns are banning the time-honored winter pastime, citing legal costs and insurance payouts
What recovery? Biggest charity gifts still lagging
The top 10 philanthropic gifts are still below pre-recession levels, despite the ultra-rich's surging wealth
Chick-fil-A: Customer data may have been cracked
The fast food restaurant warns customers their credit cards may have been hacked
Women trail men in financial literacy
There's a worrying gender gap when it comes to knowledge about money matters, with many women flunking the basics
The 7 most critical economic questions for 2015
While 2014 is closing out on a positive note for many, these are the key developments to watch in the coming year