Savannah Peters

That represents the eight consecutive year of growth and about 3% of total federal contracts.

Some builders are starting to see more interest from buyers, including those who spent 2023 on the sidelines, waiting for better rates.

The current bill, which funds everything from crop insurance to nutrition programs, was set to expire back in September. Congress gave itself a yearlong extension to negotiate an update — but it could take even longer than that.

The rules include up-front housing vouchers and broader access to flexible, critical-needs payments in the aftermath of a disaster.

Washington state is suing to block the supermarket deal and the FTC and several state attorneys general have raised antitrust concerns.

The USDA's new Summer EBT program fills gaps left by its existing Summer Food Service Program, where families only get free meals at a specific site.

Most day care centers cater to parents with 9-to-5 jobs. New funding could help child care facilities expand their offerings.

The previous administration made it easier to classify workers for companies like Uber and DoorDash as independent contractors.

Customers are feeling the squeeze because the market is saturated and cheap subscriptions no longer work to lure new viewers.

Loosened restrictions on who can bill the program for mental health services mean more options for Americans, especially in rural areas.