Galveston cruise boom | Sullivan's Smart Sense
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The Port of Galveston is now the 4th most popular port in the country for cruising. Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan talks with Port CEO Rodger Rees about new ships, terminals, and more in the Port.

Economist warns coming financial crisis will make 2008 look like 'Sunday school picnic'

As gold prices keep rising, American economist Peter Schiff says investors should view the rally as more than a hedge — calling it a warning that inflation is speeding up, the U.S. dollar is losing global trust and a major economic reckoning may be near.

Your child's car seat may not be as secure as you thought

Your child's safety seat in your car may not be as secure as you thought. Nearly one million vehicles on U.S. roads have recalled child car seat L.A.T.C.H. connectors that haven't been repaired, according to a new report.

Your child's car seat may not be as secure as you thought
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One million cars are on U.S. roads with recalled child safety seat L.A.T.C.H. connectors that haven't been repaired, according to a CARFAX report.

Tesla ends production of Model S and Model X vehicles, will focus on robots in 2026

Tesla is pivoting from electric vehicles to autonomous technology as Elon Musk announces the discontinuation of Model S and Model X to focus on mass-producing Optimus robots.

WA-based Costco's famous rotisserie chicken hit with class-action lawsuit

Costco is facing a class-action lawsuit accusing the warehouse retailer of falsely advertising that its Kirkland Signature Seasoned Rotisserie Chicken contains no preservatives, according to court documents.

AI is enabling some homebuyers to skip the realtor and save on commissions

Would you buy a home using Artificial Intelligence instead of a realtor if it saved you thousands of dollars? Some homebuyers have started doing just that.

Homebuyers using AI instead of agent
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Would you buy a home using artificial intelligence instead of a realtor if it saved you thousands of dollars? Some homebuyers have started doing just that using an AI-powered platform called Homa.

Yale to offer free tuition to families making less than $200K a year

Yale announced it will offer free tuition to families making less than $200,000 and waive all expenses for those making under $100,000.

IKM cookware recalled due to possible significant levels of lead

A cookware manufacturer is recalling several products because the items may be contaminated with significant levels of lead which may leach into food.

Most buyer-friendly housing markets in 2026, according to Zillow

Zillow found certain cities in the Midwest and the Sun Belt will be most buyer-friendly in 2026, because of their prices and less competition. Here’s a look at the list.

Teething toys sold on Amazon recalled over serious injury, choking risk, CPSC says

Consumer Product Safety Commission officials said they received multiple reports of choking incidents for the Yetonamr Pull String Teething Toys, which were sold on Amazon in 2025.

Texas winter storm: Power outages trend downward as ERCOT grid remains stable

Power outages in Texas started spiking Saturday as a winter storm packing ice, snow, sleet and bitter cold swept through the state. After peaking above 150,000 on Sunday, the number of outages has been trending downward.