The gumbo inflation index: Join a New Orleans chef on an ingredients shopping trip
Cold weather is gumbo season and the traditional New Orleans dish can also give us a unique look at inflation.
Economy
Americans are feeling a little bit better about inflation as gasoline prices fall
The Labor Department delivered a report card on inflation Thursday. Price hikes have been cooling in recent months, and Americans are starting to take notice.
As car insurance continues to rise, U.S. inflation ticks up in December
Overall CPI in December was up 3.4% from a year ago. The cost of motor vehicle insurance rose 1.5% in December from November, marking a 20.3% increase compared to the previous year.
U.S. says yes to new bitcoin funds, paving the way for more Americans to buy crypto
Bitcoin ETFs get greenlight from top federal regulator, after years of resistance. The fund will track the price of the cryptocurrency.
Meet the new generation of manufactured houses
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Adele Peters of Fast Company about communities are embracing manufactured homes, which offer a potential solution to affordable housing.
Americans are sour on Biden's handling of the economy. The media may be to blame
The U.S. economy is booming according to the data, but not according to public opinion. What part does the media play in the disparity?
The FAFSA rollout has been rough on students. The biggest problem is yet to come
The Education Department has made a big mistake with this year's FAFSA — one that could cost students financial aid they're entitled to. It's now grappling with how to implement a fix.
North Carolina insurance industry proposes average 42% homeowner premium increase
Another round of setting homeowner insurance policy rates in North Carolina has begun with the industry seeking a 42.2% average statewide premium increase that would begin in the summer.
Farewell to Earnest Jackson, the iconic voice behind Planet Money's 'Inflation' song
The singer and songwriter behind Planet Money's "Inflation" song has passed away.
Burlington economic development director to take High Point position
City of High Point leaders stayed local when they chose Peter Bishop to be their next economic development director.