5 truths about capitalism that are often misunderstood
One issue people have with capitalism is that things sometimes go really wrong, like an Enron or Bernie Madoff situation. However, that’s not a feature of capitalism; that’s fraud.
Fraudster who used ice cream to lure seniors is sentenced
A New Jersey man who defrauded Medicare by using the promise of ice cream to lure senior citizens into genetic testing was sentenced Friday to more than four years in prison.
Small business' placemat, plates helping small children reduce those mealtime messes
Shining the spotlight on 'mompreneurs'
Why every week should be Small Business Week
According to research, 96 percent of American adults shop at the small businesses in their local shopping centers. This is not an accident.
3 easy-to-move-into encore career fields
In your late 30s, 40s or 50s and ready for a new career? You are not alone. Here are some options.
Trump backs Fla. plan to import lower-cost meds from abroad
In a move sure to get attention in a 2020 battleground state, President Donald Trump indicated Thursday that his administration may approve a Florida plan to import lower-cost prescription drugs from abroad for use by residents.
Michigan governor threatens to veto auto insurance bill
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer isn't embracing a Republican-passed plan to cut high auto insurance premiums, saying it falls short and that her first priority is passing a budget that fixes the state's roads.
Trump calls on Congress to end 'surprise medical bills'
Trump's latest crackdown to hit "surprise medical bills.
A glance at US mortgage rates
Long-term U.S. mortgage rates declined this week for a second straight week, reversing the upward trend in April.
The Latest: Trump proposes end to 'surprise medical bills'
The Latest on President Donald Trump's effort to limit "surprise medical bills" (all times local): 1 p.m. President Donald Trump is ratcheting up pressure on the pharmaceutical industry to lower prices and announcing a new effort to end "surprise medical bills" for patients with health insurance.
Royal Caribbean open its $250M ‘Perfect Day’ private island, featuring tallest waterslide in North America
Royal Caribbean International wants vacationers to have the “perfect day” on its $250 million private island in the Bahamas that includes the “tallest waterslide in North America.”
US long-term mortgage rates decline; 30-year average 4.10%
U.S. long-term mortgage rates declined this week for a second straight week, reversing the upward trend in April as a lure to potential home buyers.
Best age for Social Security retirement benefits
The big question is: When should you start collecting Social Security?
What Iran's threat to close Strait of Hormuz means for oil and gasoline prices
The threats, while they seem a world away, may have a direct impact on your wallet.
Michigan House approves bill to cut auto insurance premiums
The Republican-led Michigan House was poised Wednesday night to approve a plan to reduce the state's high auto insurance premiums, moving quickly to no longer require that drivers buy unlimited medical benefits through their car insurer to cover crash injuries.
Experimental brain implants studied as opioid deaths rise
Patient Number One is a thin man, with a scabby face and bouncy knees.
TV pitches for prescription drugs will have to include price
Drugmakers will be required to reveal the prices of their prescription medicines in those ever present TV ads, the Trump administration is set to announce on Wednesday, even as some insured patients can pay thousands of dollars for critical medications.
Viking Sky cruise ship lawsuit asking for $10M
Viking Sky lawsuit
Florida-based 'Unhappy New Yorkers' campaign targets fed-up taxpayers
Florida received more inbound movers from New York than any other state last year.
Americans have 'incredible' misconceptions about Social Security
A new survey shows that many people still don’t understand the program’s basic tenets or purpose.

















