Austin winter storm: Budget-friendly power outage shopping list
Now is the time to make sure you have emergency supplies in case you lose power during the incoming winter storm. Here's a shopping list to build an emergency kit for a family of four for under $100.
Now is the time to make sure you have emergency supplies in case you lose power during the incoming winter storm. Here's a shopping list to build an emergency kit for a family of four for under $100.
Ford recall: Over 119K cars pulled related to engine heater fire risk, NHTSA says
Ford’s new recall covers certain Escape, Focus and Lincoln MKC models manufactured between 2013 and 2019.
Ford’s new recall covers certain Escape, Focus and Lincoln MKC models manufactured between 2013 and 2019.
Wendy's introduces new value menu with 3 price tiers
Dubbed "Biggie Deals," Wendy's new value menu offers customization options across three price points.
Dubbed "Biggie Deals," Wendy's new value menu offers customization options across three price points.
Super Green dietary supplement recall expanded to Puerto Rico, Guam, the Virgin Islands and United Kingdom
A dietary supplement recall that sickened dozens of people across the United States has been expanded to Puerto Rico, Guam, the Virgin Islands and the United Kingdom.
A dietary supplement recall that sickened dozens of people across the United States has been expanded to Puerto Rico, Guam, the Virgin Islands and the United Kingdom.
Power strips sold on Amazon, eBay, recalled over risk of serious injury from electrocution, CPSC says
The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a new recall for these units sold on Amazon, eBay, Kmart.com, and Sears.com between 2024 and 2025.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a new recall for these units sold on Amazon, eBay, Kmart.com, and Sears.com between 2024 and 2025.
BBB issues warning about scams ahead of tax season: Here's what to know
The IRS generally doesn't initiate contact via phone, text or social media to demand immediate payment.
The IRS generally doesn't initiate contact via phone, text or social media to demand immediate payment.
Over 11K baby loungers sold on Amazon recalled due to fall, serious injury risks, CPSC says
A new recall has been issued for baby loungers that sold for nearly $40 on Amazon between 2024 and 2025.
A new recall has been issued for baby loungers that sold for nearly $40 on Amazon between 2024 and 2025.
Yellowfin tuna that was recalled for botulism mistakenly shipped to stores in several states - See where
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an advisory for yellowfin tuna that was recalled last year due to the risk of serious bacterial contamination after the distributor inadvertently distributed the recalled cans to several states.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an advisory for yellowfin tuna that was recalled last year due to the risk of serious bacterial contamination after the distributor inadvertently distributed the recalled cans to several states.
Frozen chicken breasts sold in multiple states recalled for possible listeria contamination
This latest recall covers frozen ready-to-eat chicken breast products sold in seven states, including Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina.
This latest recall covers frozen ready-to-eat chicken breast products sold in seven states, including Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina.
Hassett reveals Trump housing plan would let Americans tap 401(k)s for down payments
White House Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett teased a new way Americans may tap their 401(k)s to make a down payment on a house.
White House Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett teased a new way Americans may tap their 401(k)s to make a down payment on a house.
Over 38K gallons of bottled water recalled due to 'foreign substance'
Meijer voluntarily recalled 38,043 gallons of steam distilled water that was distributed across six states.
Meijer voluntarily recalled 38,043 gallons of steam distilled water that was distributed across six states.
Stimulus payment January 2026, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check
Rumors about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends swirled throughout 2025, and they’re continuing to circulate as we head into 2026. But is there any truth to them?
Rumors about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends swirled throughout 2025, and they’re continuing to circulate as we head into 2026. But is there any truth to them?
GM recalls more than 80K Chevy vehicles over serious pedestrian safety risk
More than 80,000 Chevy vehicles are being recalled because their pedestrian alert sound system is defective, federal regulators said.
More than 80,000 Chevy vehicles are being recalled because their pedestrian alert sound system is defective, federal regulators said.
Energizer rechargeable lanterns recalled due to overheating
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a recall for Energizer® Large Power Indicator Lanterns due to the potential overheating of the installed lithium-ion batteries.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a recall for Energizer® Large Power Indicator Lanterns due to the potential overheating of the installed lithium-ion batteries.
Controversial real estate investors fight for control of downtown Austin's IHOP
The future of a popular IHOP in downtown Austin is up in the air. There's a fight for the property. Three prominent local real estate names are fighting for control.
The future of a popular IHOP in downtown Austin is up in the air. There's a fight for the property. Three prominent local real estate names are fighting for control.
Fight to control downtown Austin's IHOP
The future of a popular IHOP in downtown Austin is up in the air. There's a fight for the property. Three prominent local real estate names are fighting for control.
The future of a popular IHOP in downtown Austin is up in the air. There's a fight for the property. Three prominent local real estate names are fighting for control.
Which states have the most debt collection accounts? New rankings revealed
WalletHub collected data from the end of 2025 and ranked the states with the most and least debt collection accounts.
WalletHub collected data from the end of 2025 and ranked the states with the most and least debt collection accounts.
Spotify raising subscription prices in US and other markets next month - How much more you'll be paying
If you’re a Spotify subscriber, you’ll soon be paying more to stream music, podcasts, and audiobooks.
If you’re a Spotify subscriber, you’ll soon be paying more to stream music, podcasts, and audiobooks.
Adirondack chairs sold at Lowes and Home Depot recalled due to collapse risk
Adirondack-style patio chairs that were sold at Lowe’s and The Home Depot stores nationwide have been recalled.
Adirondack-style patio chairs that were sold at Lowe’s and The Home Depot stores nationwide have been recalled.
Frigidaire minifridges sold at Target stores recalled due to fire and burn hazards
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced a recall of Frigidaire-brand minifridges due to fire and burn hazards.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced a recall of Frigidaire-brand minifridges due to fire and burn hazards.