Kia McCallister, director at America Saves, joined Cheddar News to talk about how families and individuals can prepare for retirement, and more specifically, for their long-term care needs. According to the 2022 Planning and Progress Study by Northwestern Mutual, Americans, on average, need at least $1 million to retire comfortably. McCallister talked about a number of affordable and accessible options that are currently available for aging seniors.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention published an official health advisory warning healthcare providers to keep a lookout for children with possible lead poisoning from certain applesauce products.
Exxon Mobil on Monday announced it's drilling for lithium in southern Arkansas, with the oil giant expected to begin production of the critical material for electric vehicles by 2027.