Gas prices drop ahead of Labor Day weekend: AAA

The average price of gas dropped this week as oil prices follow a downward trend, according to AAA. Motorists may see some pressure at the pump as they get closer to Labor Day weekend.

LEGO Braille Bricks, meant to help children learn, now available to anyone

The bumps on each brick are arranged to correspond to the numbers and letters in the Braille system, with the printed version of the symbol or letter printed below the bumps.

ERCOT issues conservation appeal Aug. 24

ERCOT is asking Texans to conserve energy due to extreme temperatures and near-record demand today from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Trader Joe's recalls multigrain crackers for possible metal contamination

Trader Joe's identified its Multigrain Crackers with Sunflower and Flax Seeds as the product facing the recall, telling shoppers that metal may be in a specific set of best-by dates.

Texas electric vehicle owners will now pay extra fees when renewing registration

A big heads up for owners of electric vehicles in Texas: the next time you go to register your vehicle, or renew your registration, you can expect to pay a lot more.

PSL 2023: Here's when Starbucks’ beloved fall drink will return

Pumpkin spice latte fans, it’s time to get your fall attire out early because, according to Starbucks, sweater weather begins now.

Texas consumers can vet companies ahead of time through TDLR resources

The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation holds companies across 38 industries accountable, and there are ways the public can utilize the information that’s available.

Pretty in pink: Hudson, Wis. short-term rental owner creates real-life Barbie dreamhouse

A week before the Barbie movie opened last month, Brooke Fleetwood decided to paint one of her short-term rentals, a 100-year-old Victorian home formerly known as the Goth Castle, pink as well to take advantage of Barbie mania.

Drought restrictions: City of Hutto moves to stage 3

Click here to view a helpful interactive map where users can enter their address to determine their provider, and also see the water restrictions stage for that provider and who to contact for more information.

Children's beds recalled over strangulation, risk of death

Two children were trapped in the bed rails of the Zipadee Kids convertible house bed frames and Montessori floor beds.

The voice of Mario, Charles Martinet, steps down after nearly 3 decades

Nintendo of America confirmed Monday that Martinet will now serve in the role of “Mario Ambassador,” traveling around the world to promote the beloved plumber, signing autographs and performing Nintendo character voices.

'Barbie' for $4? National Cinema Day returns with discounted tickets in US

Still haven’t seen “Barbie” or “Oppenheimer”? This Sunday, you’ll be able to catch up for $4 a ticket in movie theaters nationwide.

Nissan recalling 236k Sentras over possible steering control problem

Nissan is recalling 236,000 Sentra sedans due to a tie rod in the car’s suspension that could bend or break, causing the driver to lose steering control.