Study ranks most, least affordable states for retirees

Thinking about retiring somewhere more affordable? See which states offer retirees the biggest savings, and which are the most expensive.

Ford recalls more than 40,000 trucks and SUVs over visibility risk

Ford is recalling more than 40,000 vehicles due to a headlight defect that could reduce the driver's visibility, according to federal regulators.

These are the top selling US auto sellers - See who has the top spot

The big three U.S. automakers remain dominant among the top US auto sellers in the third quarter, but high gasoline prices pushing people to hybrids are bringing a new player into the fold. 

Man finds 6-carat diamond at famed Arkansas state park: 'We got a big one!'

A diamond-hunting enthusiast who moved to Arkansas just to be closer to the nation’s only public diamond mine has finally found his big rock. 

Texas Comptroller forecasts steady rise in property values

Texas Comptroller Don Huffines is forecasting a steady rise in property values over the next couple of years, based on preliminary estimates released Wednesday. 

Air traffic controller failed to warn pilots of strong winds before fatal Amazon plane crash, NTSB says

An air traffic controller failed to tell the pilots of an Amazon cargo plane about the potential for strong tail winds as they landed in Miami, careening off the runway and killing five people last month.

Most parents support their grown kids financially, survey reveals: Here's how much

New data shows millions of American parents are continuing to help their adult children financially — and for some families, that support may last indefinitely.

Map: These states have suspended or reduced gas taxes

States across the country are taking steps to ease the impact of rising gas and diesel prices, including suspending or reducing fuel taxes and temporarily expanding access to tax-exempt diesel.

Trump eyes red-dyed diesel as fuel prices soar: What is it?

The White House is considering expanding sales of red-dyed diesel, a tax-exempt fuel typically used for farming and construction equipment, as diesel prices reach record levels.

Recall of popular soft drink hits 77,000 cans after zero-sugar labels found on full-sugar soda

A Utah beverage company is recalling more than 77,000 cans of 7UP Tropical after some packages labeled as zero-sugar soda were found to contain the full-sugar version of the drink.

2026 holiday travel: Thanksgiving, Christmas airfares reach highest prices in a decade

Holiday travel costs are reaching decade-high levels because of rising fuel prices, fewer flights and higher fees, prompting travelers to book early and avoid peak travel days.

These are America’s greenest cities: Here’s what sets them apart

A new WalletHub study ranks the greenest cities in the U.S. based on 28 measures, including greenhouse gas emissions, air and water quality, renewable energy, transportation, green spaces and environmental policies.

Sausage recalled for plastic contamination may still be in restaurant freezers, regulators warn

Federal investigators say boxes of frozen pork sausage recalled because it may be contaminated with plastic may still be sitting inside freezers at restaurants and other food service businesses. 

Tierra's Texas - Episode 133
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In this episode of Tierra's Texas, we checked out the 2026 Southern Living Idea House and its designers, People's Wellness and RX, Fleet Coffee, Bar Fino and much more!

2026 Southern Living Idea House designers: Tierra's Texas
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Earlier in the show we showed you inside Southern Living's 2026 Idea House. While we were on site, we had a chance to chat with two of the three interior designers that were selected to work on the project.