California fires threaten oil and gas supplies
Oil refineries in LA face backups as pipelines are cut off due to fire hazards and loss of power.
Chick-fil-A's lemon-squeezing robots cut over 10,000 labor hours per day: report
Atlanta, Georgia-based Chick-fil-A Inc.
AT&T to offer customers bill credits for network outages
AT&T announced a new guarantee program that will see it provide billing credits to wireless and fiber customers who are impacted by service outages. Here's what to know.
Medical debt will be removed from credit reports: What this means for Americans
The Biden administration finalized a new rule that will prevent Americans from the harm caused by medical debt, including being coerced by debt collectors to pay bills they do not owe.
DOJ sues RealPage, landlords for colluding to inflate rents: Houston renters impacted
The Department of Justice alleges several property management companies colluded to inflate rents using algorithmic software, harming millions of renters in Houston and across the country.
US longshoremen and ports reach tentative contract deal, averting strike
A tentative six-year contract agreement between longshoremen and ports has averted a potential strike that could have disrupted the U.S. economy.
These will be the hottest housing markets of 2025, according to Zillow
With steep competition to find a home in the new year, these cities offer affordable options for buyers in the housing market.
Medical debt banned from appearing on credit reports in new Biden administration rule
Unpaid medical bills will no longer appear on consumer credit reports, which can result in people being blocked mortgages and car loans. Here's what to know about the newly-announced rule.
Texas Supreme Court hearing on 2021 winter storm lawsuits could signal plan to change ruling
The state's highest court will decide whether more than 15,000 plaintiffs can move forward with their claims against Texas utilities. One legal expert claims this could mean the justices want to make changes to the lower court's ruling.
Resources to help families struggling with childcare crisis
The shortage of childcare centers has deepened since the pandemic, when many were forced to close. And the cost can be out of reach for many families.
These were the most expensive homes sold in 2024, according to Redfin
The U.S. real estate market has another year in the books after 2024 came to a close, and Redfin identified homes that had the heftiest sale prices last year.
Trader Joe's to open new stores in several states in 2025: See the list
Stores that Trader Joe’s is expected to open will be located in California, Washington, New York and other states.
Costco cold remedy recalled due to possible 'contamination'
A Costco over-the-counter cold and flu medicine has been impacted for second time in less than a month.
Housing supply jumps to 4-year high – but it's not all great news
America's housing shortage appears to be easing, but a major reason for the increase in supply provides little comfort.
Broccoli sold at Walmart recalled for listeria risk
Bags of ready-to-eat broccoli florets have been recalled in 20 U.S. states over listeria concerns. Here's what to know.
Is your home insured for tornado damage?
Many area homes were severely battered by last week's tornadoes. Homeowners are now left picking up the pieces, or worried that their home could be hit in the future. You may be wondering if your home is properly covered for tornado damage.
US credit card defaults soar to highest level in 14 years
Credit card defaults jumped 50% in 2024 from the year before to the highest since 2010, data shows.
Ways to spend FSA funds before they expire January 1
You have until midnight on Tuesday, Dec. 31, to spend money in an FSA or risk losing it.
How to turn unused gift cards into cash
Don't let gift cards gather dust. Here's how to trade them for cash or other cards.
The biggest car recalls of 2024: See if yours is on the list
From Ford SUVs to Honda sedans, this year’s biggest auto recalls impacted a collective 8.65 million vehicles. Here’s how to see if yours is on the list.