Majority of Americans stressed about grocery costs: Poll

More than 50% of people admit that the cost of groceries is a “major" stressor for them, a new poll finds.

Kids' play kitchen recalled after toddler's strangulation death

Nearly 200,000 KidKraft play kitchens have been recalled after a toddler's tragic death linked to a strangulation hazard. Here’s what you need to know.

This East Bay 'residential oasis' has home prices in the $200,000s

In a region known for high home prices, an East Bay community is bucking the trend with homes valued in the $200,000s, virtually unheard of in the Bay Area these days. 

Explaining the Federal Reserve's unchanged interest rates

Even though the Federal Reserve Chairman said the labor market was very strong and the economy is in relatively good shape, it would not lower interest rates for now.

119 JCPenney stores sold; see locations

JCPenney sold 119 of its stores in a nearly $1 billion deal. Here’s what we know.

Best back-to-school deals for 2025: Apple, Allbirds, Staples and more

Apple, Walmart, Staples, Nordstrom and more are offering big back-to-school savings this summer. Here are the best deals to shop before class starts.

LEGO releasing Nintendo Game Boy: What to know

LEGO is unveiling a brick-built Game Boy. Here’s when the nostalgic kit will be available.

Women Uber drivers and riders can choose to avoid riding with men soon

Uber is piloting a new “Women Preferences” feature in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Detroit, allowing women riders and drivers to choose same-gender matches for more safety and comfort.

Consumers prefer self-check out when purchasing certain personal items: study

A study finds consumers are more likely to choose self-checkout over a cashier when buying items like condoms, pregnancy tests, and yeast infection treatments.