Costco recalls portable chargers after reported fire on commercial flight
Costco is recalling 350,000 portable phone chargers after several reports surfaced of it catching fire, including on a commercial flight.
Costco is recalling 350,000 portable phone chargers after several reports surfaced of it catching fire, including on a commercial flight.
Gas prices fire up as summer draws to a close: AAA
The national average price for a gallon of gas increased this week despite a decrease in oil prices, AAA reported. But severe weather could have a major impact on gas prices in the weeks to come.
The national average price for a gallon of gas increased this week despite a decrease in oil prices, AAA reported. But severe weather could have a major impact on gas prices in the weeks to come.
1.5M dehumidifiers recalled due to overheating, fires, and burn risks
More than 1.5 million dehumidifiers sold at major retailers nationwide have been recalled after hundreds of reports that the machines overheated, and in some cases caught fire and caused property damage.
More than 1.5 million dehumidifiers sold at major retailers nationwide have been recalled after hundreds of reports that the machines overheated, and in some cases caught fire and caused property damage.
Mortgage rates reach highest level in over 20 years
Rates for a 30-year fixed mortgage now average 7.09%, the highest since 2002, putting further pressure on the cooling housing market amid high prices.
Rates for a 30-year fixed mortgage now average 7.09%, the highest since 2002, putting further pressure on the cooling housing market amid high prices.
Toddler Towers recalled due to ‘fall and injury hazards to young children'
Simplay3 has received 16 reports of the Toddler Towers tipping over while in use, including 10 reports of injuries.
Simplay3 has received 16 reports of the Toddler Towers tipping over while in use, including 10 reports of injuries.
Walmart's hot sellers amid inflation? Hand mixers, kitchen tools as people prepare meals at home
Walmart is reporting strong second-quarter sales results as the retailer’s low-price model continues to attract budget-conscious consumers in a tough economic environment.
Walmart is reporting strong second-quarter sales results as the retailer’s low-price model continues to attract budget-conscious consumers in a tough economic environment.
ERCOT issues Voluntary Conservation notice Aug. 17
ERCOT says it is not experiencing emergency conditions at this time.
ERCOT says it is not experiencing emergency conditions at this time.
Real estate brokerage giant predicts 'tough' market for remainder of 2023
Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman said the real estate market is at a 'standstill.'
Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman said the real estate market is at a 'standstill.'
Homebuilder sentiment plummets as mortgage rates surge again
Builder confidence unexpectedly dropped for first time this year.
Builder confidence unexpectedly dropped for first time this year.
Walmart, Exxon Mobil team up for gasoline deal
The gas discount deal is effective now through Sept. 15, and gives Walmart+ members a 20-cent discount for each gallon of gas.
The gas discount deal is effective now through Sept. 15, and gives Walmart+ members a 20-cent discount for each gallon of gas.
Scammers offering fake internships to ACC students
Austin Community College is warning its students about a recent scam involving fake paid internships.
Austin Community College is warning its students about a recent scam involving fake paid internships.
Luxury watch market demand boosted by younger generation of buyers
Luxury watch sales are a $75B market.
Luxury watch sales are a $75B market.
Texas: The Issue Is - Leaders, lawmakers celebrate property tax relief measure
Calling it the "biggest property tax cut in the history of the world," Texas leaders and lawmakers gathered before the cameras in New Caney for a collective victory lap over the $18 billion they are refunding to millions of our state's landowners.
Calling it the "biggest property tax cut in the history of the world," Texas leaders and lawmakers gathered before the cameras in New Caney for a collective victory lap over the $18 billion they are refunding to millions of our state's landowners.
The four US cities facing the biggest housing shortages
Prospective homebuyers across the U.S. are facing a chronic shortage of available houses, but the scarcity is worse in some parts of the country, according to new Bank of America research.
Prospective homebuyers across the U.S. are facing a chronic shortage of available houses, but the scarcity is worse in some parts of the country, according to new Bank of America research.
Shopper shocked by nearly $2,800 grocery bill: ‘Panic mode’
An Ohio woman was shocked when what was meant to be a routine order for a few hundred dollars of groceries from Kroger turned into a nearly $2,800 bill.
An Ohio woman was shocked when what was meant to be a routine order for a few hundred dollars of groceries from Kroger turned into a nearly $2,800 bill.
Austin back-to-school shoppers save money during tax-free weekend
Austin back-to-school shoppers took advantage of the annual three-day sales tax holiday to save money on school supplies and other items.
Austin back-to-school shoppers took advantage of the annual three-day sales tax holiday to save money on school supplies and other items.
Nestlé recalls cookie dough for possibly containing wood fragments
So far, no injuries or illnesses have been reported as a result of the contamination.
So far, no injuries or illnesses have been reported as a result of the contamination.
Instacart now accepting SNAP benefits online in all 50 states
More than 42 million people – over 12% of the population – receive SNAP benefits.
More than 42 million people – over 12% of the population – receive SNAP benefits.
About 2.2. million candles sold by Target are recalled
Lit candles under the recall have cracked or broken at least 19 times, the CPSC said.
Lit candles under the recall have cracked or broken at least 19 times, the CPSC said.
Last New Jersey Kmart closing, leaving only 2 open in the U.S.
Attention Kmart shoppers! One of the discount chain's last remaining locations is getting ready to close its doors. Shoppers in Bergen County, New Jersey are ready to snatch up one last blue light special.
Attention Kmart shoppers! One of the discount chain's last remaining locations is getting ready to close its doors. Shoppers in Bergen County, New Jersey are ready to snatch up one last blue light special.