USDA to invest $300 million in push for organic farming

According to the USDA, the number of non-certified organic farms actively transitioning to organic dropped by nearly 71 percent since 2008.

Walmart releases 2022 Top Toy List to kick off holiday shopping season

Families can save on toys this holiday season with many on the list under $25. These items are available now to buy or pre-order on Walmart’s website.

Ford recalls pickups and cars over foggy camera lenses

Ford has seen more than 8,800 warranty reports for rear view cameras no longer working or becoming cloudy.

Philips recalls more respiratory machines due to possible plastic contamination

Philips Respironics issued another recall on some of its respiratory machines due to a plastic component that could potentially be contaminated with a non-compatible material.

Home sales are cooling, buyers finding some room to negotiate

The Houston Association of Realtors says the number of July home sales fell more than 17% over last year. While prices still remain inflated, the frenzy over every new listing has cooled considerably.

Stocks post another loss as markets worry about higher rates

Stocks deepened their late August skid with more losses Tuesday, as Wall Street grapples with the prospect that high-interest rates are here to stay until the Federal Reserve brings inflation down.

Barbie adds Madam C.J. Walker doll to ‘Inspiring Women Series’

Madam C.J. Walker became the country’s first female millionaire after creating a successful line of hair products for African American women.

Autumn in August? When it is meteorologically OK to drink a Pumpkin Spice Latte

It's a day autumn, and coffee, lovers circle on their calendar -- though that circle seems to keep moving earlier on the chart -- the day Pumpkin Spice Lattes are unveiled from Starbucks and other national coffee chains.

Inflation Reduction Act includes credits for consumers who invest in renewable, energy-efficient products

The new Inflation Reduction Act, signed by President Biden, includes nearly $370 billion earmarked for climate and energy programs, which include significant incentives designed to directly benefit consumers.

Consumer prices rise to 6.3% in July as inflation begins to ease a bit

A report released by the Commerce Department reveals that a decline in energy prices in July offered some relief amid high prices caused by inflation.

Chick-fil-A grilled filets, nuggets have dairy allergen due to supplier issue

Chick-fil-A said it’s "actively working with the supplier so this doesn’t happen again and to ensure the allergen is removed" from its grilled nuggets and chicken filets.

Average new car prices set to hit record $46,259 in August

The average transaction price paid for a new car in August is expected to hit an all-time high, according to J.D. Power, with monthly finance payments also at record levels.

Hyundai, Kia recall: Some SUV owners urged to park outside due to fire risk

The recalls cover Hyundai Palisade and Kia Telluride SUV models from 2020 through 2022. The companies reported 25 fires and melting incidents related to the vehicles tow hitch wiring.