MSG myths: Why this food additive gets a bad rap

For more than five decades, MSG has been cast as a food additive that can make you sick, despite repeated studies proving otherwise.

Typhoon Texas water park offers free admission for students who got A's

Students with good grades are in for a good time at Typhoon Texas. The water park is offering free admission for its Great Grades Days.

Zilker Shuttle to run weekends, holidays starting May 27

The free Zilker Shuttle runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekends from May 27 through Sept. 4, and during Memorial Day, July 4th and Labor Day holidays.

Kinder Chocolate, a cream-filled hit in Europe, is coming to the US

The candy bars, the most popular Kinder product in Europe, are different from the Kinder Bueno bars that have been sold stateside since 2019.

Restaurants opt out of using QR-code menus post-pandemic

Three years ago, shared menus were replaced with pointing your phone camera at a QR code. Now, many restaurants are going back to using physical menus.

Big crowds expected for the summer travel season -- and expensive prices, too

AAA predicts that 37 million Americans will drive at least 50 miles from home this weekend, an increase of more than 2 million from Memorial Day last year but still below pre-pandemic numbers in 2019.

United Airlines flight diverted to SFO over mechanical issue

A United Airlines flight bound from San Francisco to Honolulu returned to San Francisco International Airport on Wednesday afternoon over a mechanical issue, according to federal officials.

Your car is spying on you, but a new website helps you learn what's being shared

If you remember the computer chip shortage that continues to slow automakers, it's because modern vehicles are computers on wheels, so what does that mean?

Woman becomes first flag football player with gear in Pro Football Hall of Fame

Diana Flores, a star quarterback for Mexico's flag football team, is now the first flag football player with artifacts in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

CDC investigating salmonella outbreak in 6 states linked to cookie dough

At least 18 people have become ill, including two reported hospitalizations, since late February, the CDC said. Here’s what you need to know.

Cava files for IPO as leader of Mediterranean fast-casual restaurants

The D.C.-based Mediterranean chain restaurant Cava has officially filed for an initial public offering with the Securities and Exchange Commission. 

How long can food sit out? Your summer picnic guide

Whether you're heading out for a beach day, camping trip or backyard party, all will surely include one thing – food. Here's how to keep your food at its best.

Some companies refusing to cover certain Hyundai, Kia car models: Here's the reason why

As Hyundai and Kia deal with an ongoing issue related to some of their older model cars, some who drive cars made by the two companies are experiencing some issues when it comes to insurance. Here's what you should know about the problem, as well as what you can do about it.

Fewer Americans are willing to move for work, survey finds

Job seekers may be in the market for a new opportunity, but this doesn't mean they will necessarily accept the position if offered based on a recent survey.