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Personal-finance

High gas prices spur Americans to improvise, from bus rides to toy cars 

High gas prices spur Americans to improvise, from bus rides to toy cars 

  • Helen Coster and Rich McKay Reuters

The soaring cost of gasoline is reshaping everyday decisions and inspiring creative workarounds in households across the country.

Are you due COVID era tax refund? Deadline is approaching

Are you due COVID era tax refund? Deadline is approaching

  • Lucas Frau USA Today

The national taxpayer advocate estimates that tens of millions of taxpayers may have been affected. 

Escrow shortages surge, another sign of the housing crisis

Escrow shortages surge, another sign of the housing crisis

  • ANDREA RIQUIER USA Today

Even as the vast majority of Americans continue to opt for fixed-rate mortgages, the ancillary costs of ownership fluctuate, mainly upward.

The quiet way grocery brands charge you more for less

The quiet way grocery brands charge you more for less

  • Marcia Greenwood Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The average family of four spends $741 more a year than in 2020 for the same groceries; $41 of that hike is due to package-size decreases.

Last, last-minute tax tips for April 15: Be careful how you mail

Last, last-minute tax tips for April 15: Be careful how you mail

  • SUSAN TOMPOR Detroit Free Press

The April 15 tax deadline is here — and millions of people have yet to file in what's been a challenging tax season for many.

Grocery prices rise, but these staples are getting cheaper

Grocery prices rise, but these staples are getting cheaper

  • Betty Lin-Fisher USA Today

Overall, while 11 of the 25 common grocery staples fell in price in the last two years, the food items that climbed offset those savings, the analysis showed

Credit Card Fraud Statistics

Credit Card Fraud Statistics

  • John S Kiernan

Credit card fraud only impacts a fraction of one percent of all purchases, according to data from the Federal Reserve, but it represents one of the biggest concerns among consumers. What consumers generally don’t know is that they’re shielded from liability for unauthorized transactions made…

Tulsa Is the 94th-Most Affordable U.S. City for Homebuyers in 2026

    Tulsa, Okla., ranks 94th in the country for the affordability of buying a home, according to a new WalletHub study that analyzed 300 U.S. cities using 10 key metrics. Those metrics range from home purchase and maintenance costs to taxes and vacancy rates.

    Greensboro Is the 81st-Most Affordable U.S. City for Homebuyers in 2026

      Greensboro, N.C., ranks 81st in the country for the affordability of buying a home, according to a new WalletHub study that analyzed 300 U.S. cities using 10 key metrics. Those metrics range from home purchase and maintenance costs to taxes and vacancy rates.

      Tucson Is the 62nd-Most Affordable U.S. City for Homebuyers in 2026

        Tucson, Ariz., ranks 62nd in the country for the affordability of buying a home, according to a new WalletHub study that analyzed 300 U.S. cities using 10 key metrics. Those metrics range from home purchase and maintenance costs to taxes and vacancy rates.

        Winston-Salem Is the 56th-Most Affordable U.S. City for Homebuyers in 2026

          Winston-Salem, N.C., ranks 56th in the country for the affordability of buying a home, according to a new WalletHub study that analyzed 300 U.S. cities using 10 key metrics. Those metrics range from home purchase and maintenance costs to taxes and vacancy rates.

          Buffalo Is the 29th-Most Affordable U.S. City for Homebuyers in 2026

            Buffalo, N.Y., ranks 29th in the country for the affordability of buying a home, according to a new WalletHub study that analyzed 300 U.S. cities using 10 key metrics. Those metrics range from home purchase and maintenance costs to taxes and vacancy rates.

            Best & Worst States for Military Retirees (2026)

              Military families are accustomed to moving, but when it comes time to retire, it can be difficult to decide where to put down roots. For example, veterans must consider state tax policies on military benefits, along with the relative friendliness of different job markets and other socioeconomic factors, when choosing a state in which to settle down. Many retirees also face major

              struggles

              including Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, disability and

              homelessness

              .

              Cities with the Most & Least Student Debt (2026)

                Student loan debt represents one of the biggest financial burdens for Americans. In fact, student loans are the second-largest type of household debt after mortgages, totaling nearly

                $1.7 trillion

                . That works out to about $39,633 per borrower, and a payoff timeline that lasts into middle age forces many graduates to significantly delay or forgo other financial goals such as saving for retirement or buying a home.

                Local News

                Photos: Guns in Northeast Iowa crime cases

                Photos: Guns in Northeast Iowa crime cases

                We've compiled pictures of different weapons that have come up during criminal investigations in Northeast Iowa in recent years.

                PHOTOS: Lost Island Theme Park

                PHOTOS: Lost Island Theme Park

                Severe storm damage devastates Jasper and Newton counties; photos free to view

                Severe storm damage devastates Jasper and Newton counties; photos free to view

                View a free photo gallery documenting severe storm damage in Jasper and Newton counties, including destroyed businesses and widespread destruction.

                Assembly with Education Director Snow turns into big surprise for Woodbine principal

                Assembly with Education Director Snow turns into big surprise for Woodbine principal

                Woodbine Elementary Principal Jill Ridder received the Milken Educator Award during an assembly with Iowa Education Director McKenzie Snow Thursday.

                State & Regional

                Huskers end 3-year drought vs. Iowa — the win in photos

                Huskers end 3-year drought vs. Iowa — the win in photos

                Nebraska survived on Sunday, beating Iowa for the first time in three years and securing the two seed in the Big Ten tournament.

                How to watch today's Sweet 16 game between Huskers-Hawkeyes

                How to watch today's Sweet 16 game between Huskers-Hawkeyes

                Nebraska and Iowa split their regular-season matchups with each team prevailing on their homecourt. The winner of today's game will advance to play either Houston or Illinois on Saturday.

                College Wrestling: Iowa's Block ready for national championship debut

                CLEVELAND, Ohio – Ryder Block has imagined for a long time what it would be like to wrestle under the bright lights of an NCAA Championship. It’s taken Block longer than he had hoped when he signed with the University of Iowa after a stellar career at Waverly-Shell Rock where he was a four-time state finalist and three-time champion while going 159-1 in his prep career. Two ACL surgeries ...

                Controversial hydroelectric project in southern Wyoming earns water quality certificate

                Controversial hydroelectric project in southern Wyoming earns water quality certificate

                State regulators will impose triggers to protect prized trout fishery below the ‘pumped water storage’ facility on Seminoe Reservoir. Developer awaits final federal approval.

                Nation & World

                Biden team failed Kamala Harris in 2024, Democratic autopsy says

                Biden team failed Kamala Harris in 2024, Democratic autopsy says

                The Democratic National Committee released a much-anticipated autopsy on Thursday explaining the 2024 presidential election loss to Trump.

                GOP leaders abruptly cancel House vote on Iran war powers, shielding Trump from rebuke

                GOP leaders abruptly cancel House vote on Iran war powers, shielding Trump from rebuke

                House GOP leaders abruptly canceled a vote Thursday on a resolution to limit Trump’s war powers in Iran just as Republicans were on the verge of losing the vote.

                Republican revolt over Trump 'weaponization' fund stalls ICE funding vote

                Republican revolt over Trump 'weaponization' fund stalls ICE funding vote

                Senate Republicans abandoned plans to vote on an ICE funding bill Thursday in an act of revolt over one of Trump's priorities: a $1.8B fund for victims of government "weaponization."

                Trump says US will send additional 5,000 troops to Poland

                Trump says US will send additional 5,000 troops to Poland

                The U.S. has been reviewing its troop presence in Europe and was long expected to scale it back.

                Shopping

                Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31

                Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31

                Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31 (UI Athletics)

                8 best CBD gummies for relaxation and wellness

                8 best CBD gummies for relaxation and wellness

                Affiliate. Take a closer look at some of the top CBD gummy options on the market.

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

                Partner

                Cold and flu: How long am I contagious?

                Cold and flu: How long am I contagious?

                Get Healthy. If a cold or the flu hits your household, it’s best to stay away from other people while you rest and recover, but just how long does it take until you’re out of the danger zone?

                Take back your back! 5 moves for a divine spine

                Take back your back! 5 moves for a divine spine

                Get Healthy. If your back hurts on the regular, you’re not alone. Here are five ways to take back your back.

                Is gluten-free right for me?

                Is gluten-free right for me?

                Get Healthy. Here’s how to figure out if going gluten-free is a good idea.

                Shinrin-yoku: Recharge your spirit with the Japanese art of forest bathing

                Shinrin-yoku: Recharge your spirit with the Japanese art of forest bathing

                Get Healthy. If you’re feeling mentally or emotionally worn down, a forest bath may be just the ticket to clear and cleanse your mind and spirit. Here are a few tips on how to make the most of the experience.

                Crime

                Owner of Dow City bar sentenced to up to 10 years for sexual abuse

                Owner of Dow City bar sentenced to up to 10 years for sexual abuse

                The owner of a Dow City bar will spend up to a decade in prison for sexually abusing an employee.

                Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird says Denison police justified in shooting man

                Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird says Denison police justified in shooting man

                Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird called the shooting of a homeless man in a Denison park by a police officer "legally justified" in a report issued Tuesday afternoon.

                Officer-involved shooting reported Friday night in Denison's Washington Park

                Officer-involved shooting reported Friday night in Denison's Washington Park

                An officer-involved shooting occurred Friday night in Washington Park in Denison, according to a news release from Crawford County Emergency Management.

                Dickens, Iowa man arrested, charged in connection with Jan. 6 riot

                Dickens, Iowa man arrested, charged in connection with Jan. 6 riot

                Earl Jordan was captured on video allegedly swiping at an officer's face before grabbing the officer by the throat in another encounter. Video footage allegedly shows Jordan picking up a piece of metal fencing and hurling it toward the Capitol door.

                Politics

                The former lake property at Westwood Château in Marion

                The former lake property at Westwood Château in Marion

                Iowa House passes eminent domain restrictions on pipeline projects

                Iowa House passes eminent domain restrictions on pipeline projects

                It is the first bill passed out of a full chamber in this young legislative session, which started last week, signaling the issue’s importance to Iowa House Republicans.

                Bill would bar continuing education requirements ‘not directly related’ to job

                Bill would bar continuing education requirements ‘not directly related’ to job

                Education groups and others raised questions Tuesday during an Iowa House subcommittee meeting about legislation that could potentially change continuing education requirements for licensed professionals.

                Republican candidates for Iowa's 4th Congressional District gather in Treynor

                Republican candidates for Iowa's 4th Congressional District gather in Treynor

                Candidates gathered for a forum Monday night to discuss a variety of topics. 

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