April had the 6th-highest gas prices in nearly 4 years

Consumers faced record-breaking hardship at the pump in April as the national average for a gallon of gas exceeded $4 per gallon for the first time since 2022.

More than 100K teething toys recalled after nearly a dozen choking incidents

A major recall has been issued for more than 100,000 children’s teething toys after reports linked the products to serious choking hazards.

20% of homebuyers are Gen Z — here’s where they’re buying

Gen Z is becoming a growing force in the U.S. housing market, now accounting for nearly 1 in 5 mortgage requests nationwide. Here’s where they are buying.

Glass particles detected in recalled cancer treatment drug, FDA says

The Food and Drug Administration said a voluntary recall was issued for Doxorubicin Hydrochloride Liposome Injection after glass particles were detected in some vials of the drug.

Recall: Hundreds of Better Weather Fix Elixir products contain kratom, FDA says

The Food and Drug Administration found hundreds of boxes of Better Weather Fix Elixir products contained undeclared mitragynine and migragynine pseudoindoxyl (MP), which is a more potent form of kratom.

Recall on noodle packs sold at Whole Foods, Thrive Market

A variety of noodle packages sold at two popular grocery chains was recalled this week because of the potential risk to people with peanut allergies.

DOJ: Navy sailor awarded $60K after property management violated Servicemembers Civil Relief Act

The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced Wednesday that a U.S. Navy sailor has been awarded $60,000 from a property management company for violating the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA), a federal law that provides financial and legal protections to active-duty service members, activated reservists and National Guard members. 

Waymo recalls nearly 3,800 robotaxis for glitch that may allow vehicles to drive into standing water

Waymo issued a recall for certain its fifth and sixth generation automated driving systems over a software issue that may cause the vehicle to lose control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Skin cream sold nationwide recalled after staph bacteria found

A skin cream sold across the country in retail stores and online was recalled after some of it was found to be contaminated with the bacteria that causes staph infections.

Oakland home values fall 11% since last year
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Red Oak Realtor Diedre Joyner explains why Oakland home values are dropping - it's mostly condos that are dragging the numbers down. 

California 'Fans First' bill aims to cap skyrocketing concert ticket prices

Bay Area concert-goers report being priced out of major events as ticket costs reach "out of control" levels due to resellers. Assembly Member Matt Haney (D-San Francisco) is sponsoring AB 1720, which would cap ticket resale prices at 10% above face value.

Map: How much are federal, state gas taxes?

State gas taxes are often higher than the federal gas tax, and help maintain roads and infrastructure. Here is a breakdown.

Chocolate bar recall expanded over salmonella concerns, FDA says

Spring & Mulberry expanded its recall of select chocolate bars after a Food and Drug Administration investigation tied an ingredient to possible salmonella contamination.

Over 13K pounds of sunflower seeds recalled in 23 states

George J. Howe Co. Sunflower Seeds were recalled because of undeclared tree nut allergens. The product was distributed in multiple states, including Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, and Minnesota.

Lawsuit accuses Nike of pocketing tariff refunds while raising prices

A lawsuit filed against Nike is seeking to block the apparel giant from pocketing “significant" tariff refunds and force Nike to return the money “to the consumers who actually paid them."