Toyota recalls over 43,000 vehicles for faulty tow hitch cover

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported that the tow hitch cover, which is attached to the rear bumper, may detach and become a road hazard.

San Francisco 1-bedroom median rent is $3,160 a month: Zumper

This won't be a surprise to anyone who has been hunting for a place to live, but new numbers show San Francisco has one of the highest rents in the country for one-bedroom apartments.

FDA says smokers under 30 now have to show ID for tobacco

The FDA has announced new rules raising the minimum age for certain tobacco sales restrictions, further strengthening efforts to prevent underage access to tobacco products. These changes, effective September 30, 2024, build on the 2019 legislation that increased the federal minimum age for purchasing tobacco products from 18 to 21.

Google engineer 'murder house' sells for $2.1M

A Santa Clara home where a Google software engineer is charged with beating his wife to death has sold for $2.1 million, according to the listing agent.

Maryland city will pay you $20,000 to move there

A city in Maryland is offering a $20,000 incentive to get new residents to move there.

Boar’s Head listeria outbreak: death toll climbs to 9, CDC says

At least nine people have died after being infected with listeria from Boar’s Head deli meats tied to a massive recall last month, federal health officials said Wednesday. 

Carmel home listed for $4.25M by obscure screenwriter

A three-bedroom home in Carmel is being listed for $4.25 million by a California screenwriter affiliated with movies such as Little Nemo, Lionheart and Pet Sematary Two.

Waiting for mortgage rates to fall? Why experts say it won't make a difference

Potential U.S. home buyers and sellers have kept a sharp eye on mortgage rates, which have contributed to the affordability crisis in the market. 

Peloton to charge sizable 'activation fee' with used equipment

Peloton will begin collecting the new one-time fee from people who acquire their equipment through secondary sales not conducted by "Peloton-owned channels or any of our third-party distribution partners."

Jolly Rancher popsicles recalled due to possible milk contamination

More than 100,000 cases of Popsicle Jolly Rancher Frozen Confection products have been recalled due to the presence of milk. Two cases of allergic reactions to the popsicles were reported.

East Bay bridal shop closes without notice, leaving bride-to-be without a dress

An East Bay woman is planning to get married in less than two weeks. But the wedding dress she bought is gone. The bridal shop she purchased it from has closed its doors.

Walmart and Target are cutting prices to entice customers

Major retailer like Target and Walmart have been issuing price cuts for droves of items throughout the summer to stimulate sales. Here's how they are doing.