Hawaii raises hotel and cruise taxes to fund climate response: What travelers should know
Hawaii just passed a new law increasing hotel and cruise taxes to fund climate and wildfire prevention. Here’s what it means for visitors.
Child care costs in Maryland among nation’s highest, analysis finds
A nonprofit advocacy group released findings from a recent analysis of child care costs and affordability across the United States.
Child care cost the most in these states in 2024, analysis found
The steep cost of child care in America is weighing on parents all over the country, but those in these particular states were found to feel the pinch the most.
These are the best cities to raise a family in 2025, study finds
A new study has listed the best cities for raising a family based on metrics including cost of housing, quality of local schools and opportunities for fun.
Best cities for new college grads to rent
Realtor.com has released a list of the top 10 most affordable U.S. cities for recent college graduate.
United Airlines new June 3 rule may leave passengers stranded. What to know
The airline company is updating their policy to boost efficiency and lower delays at airports for air travelers.
Popular beers found with high levels of dangerous 'forever chemicals,' study reveals
Recent studies have found that some beers brewed in the US have high levels of "forever chemicals" and are considered above the allowed EPA limit.
US kids of divorce earn less, face more teen pregnancy and jail: study
A new study finds that children whose parents divorce before age 5 face reduced earnings as adults and increased chances of teen pregnancy and incarceration—consequences tied to financial loss, relocation, and diminished parental involvement.
Pepsi knocked out of America's top selling soft drinks
Many Americans already have strong opinions on the Coca-Cola vs. Pepsi debate, and now another soft drink has entered the chat.
Dolly Parton is launching a frozen food line
Country music icon Dolly Parton is expanding her retail food line with the launch of a menu of frozen meals.
McDonald's to extend summer hours amid hiring surge
McDonald's is extending its operating hours at most U.S. locations starting this summer amid an earlier decision to hire more than 300,000 workers.
USPS unveils 'Forever' stamps honoring 250 years of US military service
New commemorative stamps feature the seals of the Army, Navy and Marine Corps with special inscriptions.
Oysters recalled for possible norovirus contamination
The FDA has alerted restaurants and food retailers in several states that they may have purchased oysters that could be contaminated with norovirus.
Toyota recalls over 443,000 trucks for potential reverse light failure
Dealerships will replace the light assemblies free of charge for affected truck owners.
Law enforcement to ramp up patrols over Memorial Day weekend
Memorial Day weekend is here and that means plenty of people are hitting the road—and law enforcement is too.
McDonald’s is closing those experimental CosMc’s restaurants
McDonald’s is closing all CosMc’s locations by June, ending its pilot of a snack-and-sip concept. But the chain says drinks like the turmeric spiced latte and frozen sour cherry energy will be tested at regular McDonald’s stores.