Home prices see sharpest rise since November even with lackluster demand
A typical home sold for about $382,000 during the four weeks ending on July 23.
Feds consider cracking down on e-bikes after battery explosions cause deadly fires
Federal officials are considering a crackdown on defective lithium-ion batteries that power hoverboards, scooters and motorized bicycles because of a rash of deadly fires caused by exploding batteries.
Federal Reserve raises key interest rate for 11th time by a quarter-point in effort to slow inflation
The Federal Reserve raised its key interest rate Wednesday for the 11th time in 17 months, a streak of hikes that are intended to curb inflation but that also carry the risk of going too far and triggering a recession.
Petrified Forest in Calistoga going up for sale: report
The Petrified Forest in Calistoga will reportedly soon go up for sale by the family that owns and operates the 500-acre property, including the remains of ancient sequoias.
Spotify hikes prices for its 200 million premium subscribers
This is Spotify's first rate hike for Premium plans since the music subscription service launched in 2011.
Trader Joe’s cookies recalled for possibly containing rocks
Trader Joe’s said it was alerted by their supplier that certain batches of two types of their cookies may contain rocks.
Cupkin children's cups sold on Amazon recalled over excess lead levels
Cupkin says liquid in the recalled cups is "not exposed to lead due to the double walled construction," but exposure can occur if the cup bottoms are mistreated.
Walmart offering half-price Walmart+ memberships for customers on government assistance
The Walmart+ Assist program offers steep discounts for customers on food stamps and other government aid.
Startup tech firm pulls out of high rise towers project in downtown San Jose
Nabr’s plan for the towers included allowing people to customize their unit within a lease-to-own agreement but economic uncertainty overall may have played a role in their withdrawal.
JetBlue, American Airlines ending popular benefits as alliance winds down
American and JetBlue will no longer sell tickets for each other's flights.
UPS strike could be the most expensive in 100 years
Small businesses and consumers face "lasting harm" from a looming UPS strike, according to an economic analysts.
Majority of California homes for sale are over $1 million: study
4 out of 5 US cities where more than half of the homes for sale cost over $1 million are in California.
Bank of America to pay $100M to customers over fees, opening accounts without consent
Are you a Bank of America customer? The bank has been ordered to pay $100 million to customers for several offenses, plus millions more in penalties.
Crocs sues rival Joybees over stolen trade secrets by former manager, intellectual property
In the new lawsuit, Crocs allege Joybees and their CEO of stealing trade secrets and unfair competition.
US Postal Service raising stamp prices Sunday
The USPS requested mailing price hikes earlier this year, citing inflation.
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.
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.
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.