USDA issues health alert for beef and pork products that were sold without inspection

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert after an investigation determined raw Blackwing Meats beef and pork products were produced without federal inspection and may be labeled with false inspection.  

Two states set new record high for gas prices

Fuel prices in two U.S. states have surged to an all-time high as the national average cost per gallon has risen in the weeks following the conflict in Iran.

49% of Americans are struggling to afford food: Report

Nearly half of Americans say it’s difficult to afford food, with 52% spending more than last year, according to LendingTree.

Postal Service to charge more for package deliveries: What to know

The U.S. Postal Service is adding a fuel surcharge to packages for the first time ever as gas prices continue to soar across the nation. 

2025 saw record levels of solar, wind power in US: Here's where

Solar and wind power just hit record highs in the U.S. with explosive growth and plunging costs. Here’s which states are leading.

Volkswagen announces recall of nearly 100K EVs over battery defect

German automobile manufacturer Volkswagen is recalling close to 100,000 electric vehicles because of issues tied to battery modules that may not meet specifications.

FBI urges Backpage, CityXGuide trafficking survivors to apply for compensation

Survivors of trafficking linked to Backpage and CityXGuide may be eligible for compensation — and the deadline is coming up. Here's what to know.

Ford recalls more than 250,000 SUVs for software issues, NHTSA says

Ford’s new recall affects certain model Lincoln Navigator, Lincoln Nautilus, Lincoln Aviator and Ford Explorer SUVs manufactured between 2022 and 2025.

No tips, worse service? Restaurant owners warn trend is 'degrading' dining experience

As more restaurants experiment with eliminating tips, the idea of a no-tip dining model is gaining traction — but not without resistance from some industry professionals who fear it could drag down service.

This city surpassed LA, New York as world’s most at-risk housing market

A new report has identified the world’s most at-risk housing market, citing a sharp disconnect between soaring home prices and slower growth in rents and incomes.

Gas ranges sold at US retailers are being recalled over burn hazard risk

Electrolux Group is recalling more than 174,000 Frigidaire gas ranges due to an oven-related issue that poses a burn hazard to users.

Small airports face closure risk amid ongoing TSA staffing shortages

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says smaller airports are at risk of closing due to staffing shortages caused by an ongoing partial government shutdown.

Kohl’s CEO signals what's next for stores after several closures

Kohl's closed 27 stores in 15 states in 2025 as the department store chain looked to get on better financial footing amid declining sales.

90,000 bottles of children's ibuprofen recalled nationwide, FDA says

Thousands of bottles of children’s ibuprofen have been recalled after complaints of a “foreign substance." Here’s what to know.

World’s largest furniture maker cuts hundreds of jobs amid major restructuring

An 80-year-old family-owned furniture company — which says it is the largest furniture manufacturer in the world — is cutting hundreds of jobs while restructuring a Texas plant.