Texas proposes massive fee hikes for hemp retailers, manufacturers as part of new rules
Texas health officials are moving to drastically increase the cost of doing business for the state's hemp industry, proposing new rules that would see registration and licensing fees skyrocket by as much as 10,0000% for some businesses.
Texas health officials are moving to drastically increase the cost of doing business for the state's hemp industry, proposing new rules that would see registration and licensing fees skyrocket by as much as 10,0000% for some businesses.
IRS “Get Ready" website provides guidance to help taxpayers prepare their income tax return
As you get ready to file your 2025 federal income tax returns, the IRS “Get Ready" website has tips for taxpayers to file accurately and avoid delays.
As you get ready to file your 2025 federal income tax returns, the IRS “Get Ready" website has tips for taxpayers to file accurately and avoid delays.
Chevy recalls over 80K vehicles related to defective pedestrian alert sound system
The recall affects certain 2025-2026 Chevy Equinox EV cars.
The recall affects certain 2025-2026 Chevy Equinox EV cars.
Cheese products recalled in 20 states after testing positive for listeria, FDA says
The recalled cheese products impact multiple states including California, New York, Georgia, and Arizona.
The recalled cheese products impact multiple states including California, New York, Georgia, and Arizona.
Trump wants credit card interest capped
President Trump says he wants a one-year, 10% cap on credit card interest rates.
President Trump says he wants a one-year, 10% cap on credit card interest rates.
Frozen tater tots recalled across 26 states over possible plastic contamination
The recall covers certain Ore-Ida Tater Tots and Sysco Imperial Potato Tater Barrels.
The recall covers certain Ore-Ida Tater Tots and Sysco Imperial Potato Tater Barrels.
Samsung unveils 'world's largest' TV of its kind at 130 inches
The model features a gallery-inspired design intended to resemble a floating architectural window.
The model features a gallery-inspired design intended to resemble a floating architectural window.
Hyatt Hotels paying $1.25 million to settle Texas AG lawsuit over 'junk fees'
The Texas Attorney General is announcing that Hyatt Hotels will pay $1.25 million to settle a lawsuit over charging "junk fees."
The Texas Attorney General is announcing that Hyatt Hotels will pay $1.25 million to settle a lawsuit over charging "junk fees."
Hyatt Hotels to pay $1.25M to settle lawsuit
Hyatt Hotels will have to pay $1.25 million to settle a lawsuit over charging "junk fees." The AG accused Hyatt of hiding these fees in customer bills and violating Texas consumer protection laws. Heather Sullivan explains more.
Hyatt Hotels will have to pay $1.25 million to settle a lawsuit over charging "junk fees." The AG accused Hyatt of hiding these fees in customer bills and violating Texas consumer protection laws. Heather Sullivan explains more.
This is America's most iconic company, according to nationwide survey
This organization topped Apple, Coca-Cola and Amazon in a recent survey.
This organization topped Apple, Coca-Cola and Amazon in a recent survey.
Volvo recalls more than 400,000 cars related to rearview camera problem
Volvo’s recall impacts model vehicles manufactured between 2021 and 2025. Here’s what you need to know.
Volvo’s recall impacts model vehicles manufactured between 2021 and 2025. Here’s what you need to know.
13K chargers sold at TJ Maxx, Marshalls recalled over fears they could ‘explode while in use’
More than 13,000 wireless chargers sold at T.J. Maxx and Marshalls were recalled over fire and burn risks. Here's what we know.
More than 13,000 wireless chargers sold at T.J. Maxx and Marshalls were recalled over fire and burn risks. Here's what we know.
New vehicle sales expected to decline in 2026; here's why
A new outlook from Cox Automotive projects that new vehicle sales are expected to slow.
A new outlook from Cox Automotive projects that new vehicle sales are expected to slow.
Year-round Veteran and military discounts - See where those eligible can save
When it comes to offering discounts for Veterans and current military members, there are numerous companies and restaurants that offer year-round savings.
When it comes to offering discounts for Veterans and current military members, there are numerous companies and restaurants that offer year-round savings.
New study reveals the US airports where you need to arrive the earliest to avoid travel stress- See the list
When it comes to air travel, passengers need to take into account how early they should arrive at the airport taking into account parking, passenger volume, and security wait times. A new study reveals the U.S. airports where passengers need to arrive at the earliest to avoid trip disruptions.
When it comes to air travel, passengers need to take into account how early they should arrive at the airport taking into account parking, passenger volume, and security wait times. A new study reveals the U.S. airports where passengers need to arrive at the earliest to avoid trip disruptions.
These are the best cities for first-time homebuyers in 2026
A new study is listing the best markets for first-time homebuyers based on factors including affordability, availability, amenities and economic health.
A new study is listing the best markets for first-time homebuyers based on factors including affordability, availability, amenities and economic health.
BakerRipley utility assistance applications hit capacity, where to find help paying bills
BakerRipley's utility assistance applications recently hit capacity, but even if you weren't able to apply, here are other resources available to help with paying bills.
BakerRipley's utility assistance applications recently hit capacity, but even if you weren't able to apply, here are other resources available to help with paying bills.
Utility assistance program resources
There are many people who may need help with paying their utility bills due to financial struggles. BakerRipley says they had to close the portal for their utility bill assistance applications due to reaching maximum capacity in one day. Heather Sullivan shares other resources for help with your bills.
There are many people who may need help with paying their utility bills due to financial struggles. BakerRipley says they had to close the portal for their utility bill assistance applications due to reaching maximum capacity in one day. Heather Sullivan shares other resources for help with your bills.
Social Security full retirement age change for 2026: What you need to know
The new year brings a big change for Social Security when it comes to claiming benefits. Starting in 2026, the Social Security Administration has made changes to the full retirement age (FRA).
The new year brings a big change for Social Security when it comes to claiming benefits. Starting in 2026, the Social Security Administration has made changes to the full retirement age (FRA).
Helping people with special needs, disabilities find jobs
People with special needs and their families can often feel limited when it comes to finding jobs or employers ready to hire them. A local staffing company called Helping Heroes Staffing launched last year to help, and is looking to help 100 more people with special needs find jobs this year.
People with special needs and their families can often feel limited when it comes to finding jobs or employers ready to hire them. A local staffing company called Helping Heroes Staffing launched last year to help, and is looking to help 100 more people with special needs find jobs this year.