Be wary of unsolicited calls, emails during open enrollment period
Open enrollment is underway, and the BBB scam tracker has already received numerous reports of scam calls pretending to be from Medicare. 7 On Your Side reporter Carissa Lehmkuhl has the details.
Open enrollment is underway, and the BBB scam tracker has already received numerous reports of scam calls pretending to be from Medicare. 7 On Your Side reporter Carissa Lehmkuhl has the details.
Record number of Americans moving to disaster prone areas
Despite recent natural disasters, places known for climate risk are becoming popular destinations for homeowners.
Despite recent natural disasters, places known for climate risk are becoming popular destinations for homeowners.
Where are mortgage rates headed amid easing inflation? Experts weigh in
Tuesday’s new report from the Labor Department showed that prices either fell or rose more slowly across a broad range of goods including housing.
Tuesday’s new report from the Labor Department showed that prices either fell or rose more slowly across a broad range of goods including housing.
US consumer inflation eased in October, driven by cheaper gas, cars and airfares
Inflation in the United States slowed last month in a sign that the Federal Reserve’s interest rate hikes are continuing to cool the consumer price spikes that have bedeviled consumers for the past two years.
Inflation in the United States slowed last month in a sign that the Federal Reserve’s interest rate hikes are continuing to cool the consumer price spikes that have bedeviled consumers for the past two years.
Majority of Americans take notice in the rise of 'tipflation' across industries
Pew Research did an extensive study showing how the landscape of tipping has changed, and older Americans, in particular are not receptive to some of these reforms.
Pew Research did an extensive study showing how the landscape of tipping has changed, and older Americans, in particular are not receptive to some of these reforms.
McDonald's teams up with Crocs for limited edition collab
McDonald's characters like Grimace, the Hamburglar, and Birdie are the inspiration for the new Crocs Collection.
McDonald's characters like Grimace, the Hamburglar, and Birdie are the inspiration for the new Crocs Collection.
Airlines warn passengers of fake social media account scams
Travelers have increasingly relied on social media platforms to contact airlines regarding flight issues so they can avoid waiting on hold for a customer service agent.
Travelers have increasingly relied on social media platforms to contact airlines regarding flight issues so they can avoid waiting on hold for a customer service agent.
1.2 million chickens will be slaughtered at Iowa farm following bird flu case
An additional 1.2 million chickens will be slaughtered after bird flu was confirmed on an Iowa egg farm in the second massive case this week.
An additional 1.2 million chickens will be slaughtered after bird flu was confirmed on an Iowa egg farm in the second massive case this week.
Nearly 24 toddlers sickened by lead contamination linked to applesauce pouches, CDC says
Children ages 1 to 3 were affected, and at least one child showed a blood lead level eight times higher than the level that raises concern.
Children ages 1 to 3 were affected, and at least one child showed a blood lead level eight times higher than the level that raises concern.
McDonald's partners with Crocs to release 4 unique pieces
The shoes -- and matching socks -- will be released on Nov. 14, retailing for between $70 and $75.
The shoes -- and matching socks -- will be released on Nov. 14, retailing for between $70 and $75.
Homebuying to remain slow through 2023: agent survey
High mortgage rates and home prices may keep homebuyers on the sidelines through 2023, a survey found. But you can still find the best mortgage rate by comparing your options.
High mortgage rates and home prices may keep homebuyers on the sidelines through 2023, a survey found. But you can still find the best mortgage rate by comparing your options.
Lyft guarantees airport rides will be on time — or they'll pay you
Both Lyft and Uber have launched new features this year aimed at easing the stress of airport travel.
Both Lyft and Uber have launched new features this year aimed at easing the stress of airport travel.
What will it cost you now to cut the cord and only stream content?
Many streaming services have implemented recent price increases, leaving some potential cord-cutters wondering how cable stacks up against multiple platform subscriptions.
Many streaming services have implemented recent price increases, leaving some potential cord-cutters wondering how cable stacks up against multiple platform subscriptions.
El Nino slashes world blueberry crop leading to skyrocketing supermarket prices as holidays near
Record heat toasted much of South America, especially during the blueberry flowering season.
Record heat toasted much of South America, especially during the blueberry flowering season.
Cantaloupes recalled over salmonella concerns
The cantaloupes were sold directly to various retailers in 10 states and Canada, but the company warns the cantaloupes may have reached stores in other states.
The cantaloupes were sold directly to various retailers in 10 states and Canada, but the company warns the cantaloupes may have reached stores in other states.
Verizon reportedly putting together Netflix, Max streaming bundle
Netflix and Max ad-supported options from Verizon will save customers $7 a month
Netflix and Max ad-supported options from Verizon will save customers $7 a month
Gas prices’ steady decline might gain momentum as holidays approach: AAA
Nationwide gas prices continue to fall as demand likely remains flat. The steady decline could accelerate following recent drops in the price of oil, according to AAA.
Nationwide gas prices continue to fall as demand likely remains flat. The steady decline could accelerate following recent drops in the price of oil, according to AAA.
IKEA expands recall of mirrors due to laceration hazard
IKEA has received dozens of reports of mirrors coming loose and falling off walls.
IKEA has received dozens of reports of mirrors coming loose and falling off walls.
New city of Pflugerville utility rates reflected on October water bills
The new utility rates have gone into effect, which the City of Pflugerville says are higher to align with the rising costs of water and wastewater services and critical infrastructure.
The new utility rates have gone into effect, which the City of Pflugerville says are higher to align with the rising costs of water and wastewater services and critical infrastructure.
Cash offers for homes reach near decade high in September
Over 30% of wealthy homebuyers in September bought a home in all cash, allowing them to avoid interest. Rates are still hovering just under 8%, a high not seen in two decades.
Over 30% of wealthy homebuyers in September bought a home in all cash, allowing them to avoid interest. Rates are still hovering just under 8%, a high not seen in two decades.