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Social Security's annual cost-of-living adjustment is aimed at helping the program's 75 million beneficiaries keep pace with inflation.
A new survey predicts Americans will spend $1,552 per person on average, 5% less than they did in 2024.
For months, economists warned that the Trump administration's sweeping tariffs would sharply boost consumer prices. Here's why it hasn't happened.
It's that time of year again... back-to-school shopping. But this year, North Texas families say they're feeling the pinch more than ever.
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.
If you have little ones headed back to school this year, expect to spend more on supplies.
McDonald's is reviving its long-lamented Snack Wrap and leaning into affordable eats as it looks to reverse a rare sales slump.
Roughly a quarter of consumers use "buy now, pay later" loans for ordinary expenses like groceries. That's worrisome, a personal finance expert says.
Consumer spending slowed despite rising incomes, potentially an early reaction to higher prices on some imported goods.
High temperatures and rising electricity costs could boost home energy bills by 6% this summer, a new report says.
The CPI report was cooler than expected, although inflation is still higher than the Federal Reserve's 2% annual goal.
Record consumer debt, years of steep inflation and other factors are driving more Americans to considering filing for bankruptcy.
A new study from SmartAsset reveals varied increases in grocery prices depending on where you live.
Wholesale egg prices are falling, with stores saying they're now lowering prices and easing restrictions. But tariffs could be an issue.
Consumer confidence continues to wane as Americans worry about the economy, jobs and their income.
The bird flu is still wiping out poultry flocks, leading to supply shortages. Here's when egg prices could come down, experts say.
Consumers are likely to face higher costs for some imported goods, experts say. Here's the potential impact on your wallet.
As the cost of living increases, so does the threshold to be considered middle class.
Jack Fink spoke with a Senior Vice President of the National Chicken Council, which has petitioned the Food and Drug Administration to change a rule that requires companies that raise chickens for meat to throw away hundreds of millions of eggs every year.
"FDA's decision... resulted in significant cost to Americans."
Stocks tumbled for a second consecutive trading day, wiping out all post-election gains for the S&P 500.
Americans express concern about their ability to pay bills and save money.
Egg prices soared to nearly $5.00 last month, a 53% jump from a year ago.
How much money is being spent on Valentine's Day? Ashley Moss breaks it down.
The White House levied new import duties on its three closest trading partners.
It will certainly feel like summer Monday, June 1, with highs in the mid-90s and feel-like temperatures at or above 100° into the afternoon.
The case has been marred by controversy, racial tension and threats, while drawing national attention, particularly on social media.
Trump tells his critics to "sit back and relax" after another exchange of airstrikes tests the shaky U.S.-Iran ceasefire.
Tucked away inside Cook Children's in Fort Worth, Raymond Turner runs the sound lab where kids can create just about anything.
DPD said the officer was able to regain control of the car after the suspect jumped out of the vehicle.
It will certainly feel like summer Monday, June 1, with highs in the mid-90s and feel-like temperatures at or above 100° into the afternoon.
The case has been marred by controversy, racial tension and threats, while drawing national attention, particularly on social media.
Trump tells his critics to "sit back and relax" after another exchange of airstrikes tests the shaky U.S.-Iran ceasefire.
Tucked away inside Cook Children's in Fort Worth, Raymond Turner runs the sound lab where kids can create just about anything.
DPD said the officer was able to regain control of the car after the suspect jumped out of the vehicle.
A North Texas foster family says a legal gray area in Texas' Baby Moses law led to the child being returned to biological relatives.
As he battles terminal cancer, a Fort Worth fire captain says the state's workers' comp system has failed him — and he's far from alone.
A Kennedale couple says their leased solar panels stopped producing power and became a costly burden after years of unfulfilled promises.
Family ignored a nighttime alert during deadly flooding. Now, questions are growing about notification fatigue and whether the system needs changes.
Texans are tuning out more than Amber Alerts, with the highest opt-out rate in the country for wireless emergency alerts.
Former Vice President Mike Pence said on Sunday that he hopes the administration will drop its new "anti-weaponization fund" that has sparked pushback on Capitol Hill among Republicans.
More than 200 people have been killed in the monthslong campaign against alleged drug boats traversing the Caribbean Sea and eastern Pacific.
This is the first time Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has made this accusation, which may constitute a war crime.
After it became clear that Paxton secured the Republican nomination, both campaigns unleashed their attacks on Tuesday night, with Talarico calling Paxton "corrupt" and Paxton calling Talarico "radical."
Mayes Middleton and Nathan Johnson are set to go head-to-head in November.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
The head of the World Health Organization says Ebola has killed at least 7 people in Congo, but the U.N. agency says it knows the epidemic "is much larger."
The most recent week of data from Dallas County Health and Human Services shows a 50% increase in positive flu cases.
The cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak has docked at the Dutch port of Rotterdam for disinfection, wrapping up a troubled journey that put world health authorities on alert.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg, leader of the Food and Drug Administration division responsible for regulating prescription and over-the-counter drugs, is leaving her post, a senior FDA official confirmed.
After sharing management of the arena for decades, the Mavericks are now in full control.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
Expensive tickets, trouble getting visas and anti-American sentiment may all be contributing to underwhelming demand.
Herring said that in the year before tariffs, used car sales were just under half of his business at his dealership in Irving; Now, they are nearly 75 percent.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
Russell Henley birdied the final three holes to force a playoff with Eric Cole, then made it four in a row with a 5-footer on the first extra hole Sunday at Colonial to win the Charles Schwab Challenge.
Leiter (3-4) allowed two hits while striking out nine through the first five innings.
Texas strung together five straight hits in the final inning to erase a late deficit and hand rookie Peyton Gray his first major league win.
Azzi Fudd scored 22 points in her first WNBA start, Jessica Shepard had her second triple-double of the season, and the Dallas Wings beat the Las Vegas Aces 95-87.
University president Lawrence Schovanec wrote in a letter to the Texas Tech community that the school would appeal the ruling.
President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
After nearly a century on the air, CBS News Radio signed off, with the final reports airing on Friday, May 22.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
