Will the US port strike raise gas prices? What you need to know

Experts say the U.S. port strike could eventually affect the oil and gas industry. While no immediate disruptions are expected, the real question is whether prolonged strikes could lead to price hikes.

Home heating costs to increase this winter; here's how much

With the prices to heat your home expected to spike during the winter months, this is how much you could be paying in your area.

Pumpkin spice products at Starbucks, Walmart, others cost more, study finds

LendingTree researchers gathered prices on grocery store and coffee retailer products to estimate the average “pumpkin spice tax." Here’s what they found.

Verizon outage update: Service 'fully restored' after network disruptions

A widespread Verizon outage that began Monday morning seemed to be clearing up by late afternoon, not long after Verizon said there was "progress" toward restoring calls and texts.

Is my COVID test expired? How to check, and what to do

If you have unused COVID tests lying around at home, they may be OK to still use. Here’s what to know as the cold and flu season ramps up.

National Coffee Day: Enjoy discounts and freebies on your next cup

National Coffee Day, celebrated on September 29, is a favorite among coffee lovers, with businesses offering enticing deals to mark the occasion.

California home prices, sales forecasted to spike amid lower interest rates

Call it a Catch-22 for prospective home buyers in California. Good news is that interest rates are finally coming down. But with lower rates, buyers are returning to the market, which is expected to heat up competition and drive up prices.

Disney+ password-sharing crackdown is now in the US: What to know

Disney has unveiled details of its password-sharing crackdown in the U.S., charging an additional fee for account holders who want to add someone outside their household.

Pet food recalled over possible salmonella, listeria contamination

Several dog food products from Answers Pet Food have been recalled after FDA testing revealed the presence of salmonella and listeria. Both pets and humans are at risk of illness, prompting safety precautions and disposal instructions for consumers.

Spirit Halloween suffers backlash for selling ‘bullet belt’ costume accessory

'It was not our intention for this product or its placement in the store to be viewed in any way other than a punk rock accessory,' the company told WAVY.