Pepsi price cuts drive sales jump: What to know

PepsiCo’s decision to lower prices and cut artificial ingredients has paid off in the first quarter, boosting demand from shoppers.

Check your bill: California just released $520M in automatic utility credits

Gov. Gavin Newsom has announced $520 million in natural gas bill credits for Californians, with plans to shift electric credits to peak summer months.

Starbucks, ChatGPT want AI to help pick your next drink

The scene plays out every day in coffeehouses everywhere. A customer reaches the front of the line and immediately cannot decide what to order. There are so many options: maybe just get the usual, maybe a tea, maybe coffee, maybe a Frappuccino, iced or hot… What is that, something new?

Toyota recalls over 9,000 Lexus vehicles amid fuel pump failure risk

Toyota is recalling more than 9,000 Lexus vehicles due to a potential fuel pump failure that could increase the risk of a crash.

Xanax, popular anxiety medication, recalled: What to know

A specific lot of Xanax, a medication prescribed for treating anxiety and panic disorders, is being recalled nationwide. Here's what to know.

US home sales hit 9-month low as rising mortgages, Iran conflict weigh on buyers

U.S. existing home sales fell 3.6% in March to a nine-month low of 3.98 million units, pressured by tight inventory, higher mortgage rates, and labor market concerns.

New report reveals utilities plan $1.4 trillion in spending that may push higher bills for consumers

A massive surge in infrastructure spending by investor-owned utilities is sparking concerns over a looming financial burden for American households' utility bills, according to analysis in a new report.

Mercedes-Benz recalls nearly 25K vehicles over drive shaft problems

The latest recall from Mercedes-Benz impacts certain model vehicles tied to a defective drive shaft that could cause a loss of power.

Here’s how to get money from Google’s $135M Android settlement

Millions of Android users could get paid in a $135M Google settlement. Here’s who qualifies and how much you might receive.

This East Bay city was named the nation's 'worst' market for homebuyers

An East Bay city known for its history of activism, widely considered the birthplace of the free-speech movement, and placed on the map by a world-renowned university, may be getting attention for another distinction — the nation’s least favorable market for home buyers.

Inflation 2026: Gas prices drove March numbers up to levels not seen in years

The largest monthly jump in gas prices in six decades caused a sharp spike in inflation in March, shifting the trajectory further away from the Fed’s target.

Trump touts tax change with $100 tip to DoorDash driver at White House

With just two days to go until the IRS deadline, President Donald Trump wanted to showcase one of his signature tax initiatives with the help of some McDonald’s and a $100 tip to the DoorDash delivery driver.

Cough drops and cough suppressants recalled nationwide recall: See the list

A Chinese drugmaker recalled multiple varieties of cough suppressants that were sold across the U.S. under several name brands, the Food and Drug Administration reported.

Dollar General $8.5M settlement: Last day to file a claim

U.S. consumers have until April 13 to file a claim in a class action settlement with Dollar General over allegations that the retailer charged higher prices at checkout than what was advertised on store shelves.