Holiday travel expected to rise this year, but Americans cut back on spending

Although a record number of people are planning on traveling this holiday season, perceived financial instability is driving them to spend less, a national survey showed.

Despite layoffs and government shutdown, holiday sales are projected to reach $1 trillion.

For the 2025 holiday season, sales are expected reach at least $1 trillion, despite an increase in layoffs in the U.S. and the federal government shutdown this year.

Drivers convicted of reckless driving in Maryland could now face jail time

The Sergeant Patrick Kepp Act went into effect at the beginning of October, and it reconstitutes what is considered reckless, aggressive and negligent driving in Maryland.

Consumer Price Index will be released on Oct. 24, despite government shutdown and stalled data collection efforts

The Bureau of Labor Statistics announced that it will release the Consumer Price Index, despite facing disruptions in data collection due to the government shutdown.