Insurance telemarketers fined $225M for a billion robocalls

Over more than four months in early 2019, the FCC said, these telemarketers faked the number their calls displayed in caller ID with intent to deceive consumers; purposefully called people who are on the Do Not Call list; and called people's mobile phones without getting permission first.

Trader Joe’s, Costco, Whole Foods have best coronavirus safety measures among grocery stores: Survey

Ipsos released its Consumer Health & Safety Index survey on Wednesday and found that the three companies excelled at proper face-covering usage, social distancing and other critical procedures that help customers minimize their chance of contracting COVID-19.

FDA finds contamination in several brands of diabetes drug

The Food and Drug Administration said that several batches of the drug metformin tested positive for unsafe levels of N-Nitrosodimethylamine, a possible cancer-causing chemical.

Maryland mansion with unique replica town in basement listed for $4.5M

A $4.5 million dollar home up for sale in Potomac, Maryland has been getting a lot of attention on social media partially because it has a "tiny town" in the basement.

Big changes coming as Northern Virginia malls reopen their doors on Friday

New safety measures are emerging as Northern Virginia prepares to move into phase one and reopen businesses Friday. Malls are preparing to open their doors as well, including Potomac Mills, and there will be big changes for employees and shoppers.

Rental companies selling cars at discounted prices following halt on travel amid COVID-19 lockdowns

As Hertz Global Holdings Inc., files for bankruptcy following a near-halt on most travel amid the coronavirus pandemic, rental companies have reportedly begun selling much of their fleets in an attempt to survive the devastating economic impacts of the COVID-19 lockdowns. 

Stimulus payment for 4 million Americans to arrive by prepaid debit card

Instead of direct deposit or even a paper check, four million people will find their stimulus payment arrive in the form of a prepaid debit card.

Amazon reportedly delays Prime Day event until September

The two-day shopping event is typically held in July, but keeping up with demand amid COVID-19 has led to the delay, according to a report.

Johnson & Johnson to stop selling talc-based baby powder in US, Canada

Johnson & Johnson is ending sales of its iconic talc-based Johnson's Baby Powder in the U.S. and Canada, where demand has dwindled amid thousands of lawsuits claiming it has caused cancer.

DC Attorney General sues store over alleged price gouging

Karl Racine, attorney general for the District of Columbia, is suing a store accused of selling a container of bleach for nearly $13.