Ways & Means

A vast majority of Americans are living paycheck to paycheck, struggling more than ever. And the reality is that even if inflation is slow, costs won’t come down nearly as fast as they went up – or back to the point they were before. Americans are facing a multitude of challenges, and we want to help.

While our Everyday Briefs and Straight Features are designed to keep you up to date on the news, our Ways & Means category is filled with helpful resources. Check back regularly for information on helpful programs, financial tips, and even tools you can use to go back to school.

Scam alert text revealed through torn red paper

Spotting Holiday Job Scams: Safeguard Youth Employment This Season

The video titled "Holiday Employment Scams: Protecting Young Adults from Job Fraud During the Seasonal Rush" aired on 12 News at Five, starring Keith...
Red moon above snowy tent in blizzard night

Winter 2025 Survival: Discover Uncommon Supplies and Strategies

In the video titled "Is It Smooth Sailing from Here or the Calm Before the Storm?", Jara from Wicked Prepared takes center stage to...
Line of parked cars in a lot.

Is Your Car Ready for Unexpected Emergencies? Find Out Essential Gear

The YouTube video, "Ultimate Vehicle Survival Kit: Essential Gear for Emergencies," by Amentum Outdoors addresses the vital topic of emergency preparedness through the assembly...
Shelves stocked with canned goods and household supplies.

Start Your Emergency Preparedness Journey: Create a $1,000 Budget Plan

The video titled "How to Prepare for Emergencies: My First $1,000 Budget Plan" from the Chef Prepper Channel is an indispensable primer for those...
Hacker in hoodie using computer with digital code background.

Avoid These Common Passwords to Boost Your Online Security in 2024

Strengthen online security by avoiding the top 200 weak passwords, as outlined in the latest NordPass report. At a Glance The most common password in...

GOP at 65 Percent Possibility of Winning House

(StraightNews.org) - Republicans have a 65% chance of controlling the House of Representatives after the upcoming election, according to a polling company. A Decision...
FDA May Have Accidentally Spurred Chicken-NyQuil Internet Challenge

FDA Advisory – Tuna Recall Over Poisoning Concerns

(StraightNews.org) - A California fish company has voluntarily recalled its products with warnings that they could contain high levels of histamine, which causes food...

Actor Extradited to California Over Alleged Attempted Murder

(StraightNews.org) - Border Patrol agents in Blythe, California, seized a cache of semi-automatic weapons concealed in a truck occupied by an American and his...

Half of Americans Think US In Recession When It’s Not

(StraightNews.org) - Most Americans believe the nation is in recession, even though figures show the economy has improved. According to a Harris poll for...

5 Things to Consider If You Can’t Pay Your Rent

Can't Pay Rent? 5 Options For You To Consider (StraightNews.org) - Times are hard for everyone, and many people struggle to pay their rent. Eviction...

Trending