Costco is officially retiring a decades-old tradition
Costco CEO Ron Vachris confirms a major digital overhaul is coming to the warehouse in 2026 to eliminate a "clunky" in-store requirement for members.
Costco CEO Ron Vachris confirms a major digital overhaul is coming to the warehouse in 2026 to eliminate a "clunky" in-store requirement for members.
Southwest Airlines is rolling out SpaceX’s Starlink WiFi across its fleet
Southwest Airlines is taking its WiFi on board its fleet of planes to the next level with Space X’s Starlink.
Southwest Airlines is taking its WiFi on board its fleet of planes to the next level with Space X’s Starlink.
Are cars with remote drivers coming to Austin?
You've seen self-driving cars around Austin, but the city could soon have cars that are remotely driven by a person behind a screen.
You've seen self-driving cars around Austin, but the city could soon have cars that are remotely driven by a person behind a screen.
Austin looks into agreement with teledriving company
You've seen self-driving cars around Austin, but the city could soon have cars that are remotely driven by a person behind a screen.
You've seen self-driving cars around Austin, but the city could soon have cars that are remotely driven by a person behind a screen.
Cake mix recall upgraded to high danger level over undeclared allergen
B.C. Williams Bakery Service, Inc. initiated a voluntary recall of its spice cake, Swiss chocolate cake and bread roll mixes because the products may contain an undeclared allergen.
B.C. Williams Bakery Service, Inc. initiated a voluntary recall of its spice cake, Swiss chocolate cake and bread roll mixes because the products may contain an undeclared allergen.
Stellantis issues 'do not drive' warning for 225,000 cars with unrepaired Takata air bags
Stellantis' new guidance impacts certain models of Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep, and Mitsubishi vehicles built between 2003 and 2016.
Stellantis' new guidance impacts certain models of Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep, and Mitsubishi vehicles built between 2003 and 2016.
USDA: Ground beef distributed in several states recalled due to possible e-coli contamination
More than 22,000 pounds of ground beef has been recalled due to possible E. coli contamination.
More than 22,000 pounds of ground beef has been recalled due to possible E. coli contamination.
SNAP junk-food purchase restrictions taking effect in three more states - see where
More states are implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.
More states are implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.
Gov. Abbott targets 'out-of-control' property taxes with new five-point tax relief plan
Governor Abbott is proposing a sweeping overhaul of the Texas property tax system that would cap annual appraisal growth at 3% and create a constitutional pathway for voters to eliminate school district taxes for homeowners.
Governor Abbott is proposing a sweeping overhaul of the Texas property tax system that would cap annual appraisal growth at 3% and create a constitutional pathway for voters to eliminate school district taxes for homeowners.
US to expand revoking passports for parents who owe child support, AP sources say
Parents who owe a significant amount of child support soon could lose their ability to travel internationally. Here's what we know.
Parents who owe a significant amount of child support soon could lose their ability to travel internationally. Here's what we know.
H-E-B partners with Wienerschnitzel to launch frozen corn dogs in 250 Texas stores
H-E-B has become the exclusive Texas retailer for Wienerschnitzel’s frozen corn dogs, marking the iconic fast-food chain’s first-ever move into grocery stores across 250 locations.
H-E-B has become the exclusive Texas retailer for Wienerschnitzel’s frozen corn dogs, marking the iconic fast-food chain’s first-ever move into grocery stores across 250 locations.
Texas ranks 9th highest in US property tax rates, according to new study
Texas homeowners pay the ninth-highest property taxes in the U.S., with median bills nearly $900 above the national average despite lower home values.
Texas homeowners pay the ninth-highest property taxes in the U.S., with median bills nearly $900 above the national average despite lower home values.
Jaguar Land Rover recalls over 2,000 SUV EVs over fire risk
Jaguar Land Rover’s new recall covers the Jaguar I-Pace model vehicles manufactured between 2020–2021.
Jaguar Land Rover’s new recall covers the Jaguar I-Pace model vehicles manufactured between 2020–2021.
Babysitting rates in 2026: What parents should budget
Babysitting rates in the U.S. continue to climb in 2026, according to newly updated UrbanSitter data.
Babysitting rates in the U.S. continue to climb in 2026, according to newly updated UrbanSitter data.
Where are property taxes highest and lowest? Analysis of cities and states
The Midwest and Northeast states carry the highest tax rates, led by Illinois and New Jersey. Here’s a look at the rest.
The Midwest and Northeast states carry the highest tax rates, led by Illinois and New Jersey. Here’s a look at the rest.
Nearly 30% of Americans would marry for money in current economy, survey reveals
Love or money? A new survey finds many Americans weigh financial stability heavily in romance – and some even stay in relationships for the paycheck.
Love or money? A new survey finds many Americans weigh financial stability heavily in romance – and some even stay in relationships for the paycheck.
Toyota recalls 141K vehicles over doors that could open while driving
Toyota is recalling about 141,000 Prius and Prius Prime vehicles in the U.S. after discovering a defect.
Toyota is recalling about 141,000 Prius and Prius Prime vehicles in the U.S. after discovering a defect.
These states offer singles the best chance at finding love in 2026
While everyone has their own criteria for an ideal romantic partner, a new report sheds light on the states that provide the best opportunities to find a meaningful connection.
While everyone has their own criteria for an ideal romantic partner, a new report sheds light on the states that provide the best opportunities to find a meaningful connection.
Flight passenger mistakenly boards wrong plane, lands in surprising country after many hours
An United passenger realized their mistake midair when asking why the Houston trip was taking so long.
An United passenger realized their mistake midair when asking why the Houston trip was taking so long.
Beef prices in focus as Trump signs order aimed at consumer relief
A new order from President Trump aims to increase beef imports to help lower the surge in beef prices that has occurred in recent years.
A new order from President Trump aims to increase beef imports to help lower the surge in beef prices that has occurred in recent years.