How The Pandemic Is Helping Some Americans Pay Down Debt
New data shows the pandemic is leading to a housing boom and lower card credit debt.

Exxon reports record profits on heels of Chevron
Critics say both inside and out of government those margins ought to renew interest in a windfall profits tax on big oil.
By Matt Brown / AP
Why are retail thefts on the rise?
It’s organized retail crime — where the thefts are planned, and part of organized rings.
By Michael Macor / AP
10 best cities for first-time homebuyers in 2023
The list of desirable markets was based on factors such as population size, housing availability, median listing prices and job opportunities.
By Rich Pedroncelli / APTop Stories

A real zoodunit: Monkeys found but mystery deepens in Dallas
Dallas police said they safely located two emperor tamarin monkeys that had been missing after their enclosure was cut open.
By Dallas Zoo via AP
Tom Brady announces he's retiring … again
"I'm retiring. For good," the 45-year-old quarterback and seven-time Super Bowl champion said in a video posted on social media.
By John Raoux / AP
VP Kamala Harris to attend Tyre Nichols' funeral
Nichols will be laid to rest three weeks after he died following a beating by Memphis police.
By Nichols family via AP