Insights for Every Family

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps eligible households with energy costs, including heating, cooling, and crisis assistance. You may have access to support you didn’t k...

For veterans living with service-connected disabilities, the home should be a place of safety and independence, but sometimes, major modifications are needed to make that possible. The Depar...

Winter in Kansas can be harsh, and when temperatures drop, heating bills can soar. But if you're struggling to cover those costs, help is available. Starting Monday, Nov. 18, a...

Many people spend their hard-earned cash on a variety of expenses, from dining out to the latest gadgets. Understanding where your money goes can help you make smarter financial decisions and set yourself ...

Facing financial challenges can be daunting, especially when it comes to utility bills that keep your home warm in the winter or cool during summer heatwaves.  If you find yourself in such a situation, know that ther...

If paying for electricity, gas, heating, or cooling is hard, the U.S. government and local agencies offer several programs to help lower-income households. The two biggest are:   1. LIHEAP (Utility Bil...

Ohio electric customers may soon see lower bills after regulators approved a $249 million settlement with FirstEnergy tied to the House Bill 6 corruption scandal. The rel...

The State of Alaska is issuing a $1,000 Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD) payment to eligible residents for 2025. There is no new “stimulus” payment in January 2026, but final 2025 PFD paymen...

Illinois seniors and disabled homeowners may soon feel some relief as the state rolls out expanded property tax exemptions under a newly enacted law. Signed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker, the legislatio...