Monthly mortgage payments reach record highs in US

The median monthly payment for home purchase loans jumped 14.1% in May to an all-time high $2,165.

Company recalls 190,000 portable chargers following fire on plane

The VRURC portable charges were recalled due to a fire risk related to a "manufacturing condition" that could cause some to overheat to the point of ignition.

Tesla autopilot probe: Company providing more info to US regulators

U.S. automobile safety regulators are zeroing in on changes that Tesla has made to its Autopilot partially automated driving system including how it makes sure drivers pay attention and how it detects and responds to objects.

Mini corn dogs recalled for possible spoilage

The problem was discovered after some consumers complained that the product had an odor, off appearance and unpleasant taste.

Bose recalling 884K speakers over potential fire risk

The recall of the 884,000 bass modules stems from the potential fire hazard that could arise if electrical parts inside them fail, according to an alert from the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). It was announced on Thursday.

Online retailer Overstock to rebrand itself as Bed Bath & Beyond

The online retailer Overstock is dumping its name. Here's how Bed Bath & Beyond will live on for consumers in the U.S. and Canada.

Minneapolis youth meaningful summer job
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Children in Minneapolis are earning a paycheck in a meaningful way this summer while working to help clean up their community through a summer partnership with A Mother?s Love Initiative.

Most pickup trucks ‘fall short’ in rear seat safety, new study finds

“All these things tell us that the rear seat belts need improvement,” the president of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety wrote.

Buying used, or not buying at all
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Kevin Brasler the executive editor of Consumers' Checkbook discusses what to buy used and what to to avoid.

Homeownership is the new hot wedding gift

Newlyweds are asking for cash to help with buying their first house in lieu of more traditional wedding presents.

Celebrate 4th of July with these food freebies and deals

Americans can enjoy Independence Day 2023 with various free food and drink deals across the country. Here's a roundup of some being offered.

Costco cracks down on its membership sharing polices

The retailer revealed it will tighten its membership polices in response to its self-service checkout expansion.

Cash App issue causes some to be double charged, company says

Cash App said it was notifying customers who were double charged the amount of their transaction and would refund anyone impacted by the issue.

Lunds & Byerlys workers reach tentative agreement, averting strike

Grocery workers at Lunds & Byerlys have reached a tentative agreement with the store, averting a strike over the July 4th holiday weekend.