US retail sales fall amid high inflation, rising rates
The decline in sales adds to other recent evidence that the economy is cooling as consumers grapple with higher interest rates and the impact of a year-long bout of elevated inflation.
The decline in sales adds to other recent evidence that the economy is cooling as consumers grapple with higher interest rates and the impact of a year-long bout of elevated inflation.
Alameda County DA Pamela Price answers critics, says she's held to a different standard
Alameda County's new district attorney, Pamela Price, is standing by her progressive policies. But critics say she's soft on crime.
Alameda County's new district attorney, Pamela Price, is standing by her progressive policies. But critics say she's soft on crime.
Michael Jordan's 1998 NBA Finals sneakers could net $2 million
Bidding for a set of sneakers NBA legend Michael Jordan donned during an NBA Finals game in his last season with the Chicago Bulls closes later Tuesday, and they could go for an eye-popping amount.
Bidding for a set of sneakers NBA legend Michael Jordan donned during an NBA Finals game in his last season with the Chicago Bulls closes later Tuesday, and they could go for an eye-popping amount.
Walmart removes T-shirt after customers spot hidden vulgar word
It may take a few minutes to spot it, but the damage has already been done.
It may take a few minutes to spot it, but the damage has already been done.
States consider banning cosmetics that contain PFAS
A growing number of state legislatures are considering banning the sale of cosmetics and other consumer products that contain the toxic industrial compound PFAS, so-called forever chemicals.
A growing number of state legislatures are considering banning the sale of cosmetics and other consumer products that contain the toxic industrial compound PFAS, so-called forever chemicals.
Here's what really happens to your used clothing donations
Overall, only about 15% of used clothes and other textile waste is recycled in the U.S., according to EPA data. Here’s how to make sure your old clothes have the best impact.
Overall, only about 15% of used clothes and other textile waste is recycled in the U.S., according to EPA data. Here’s how to make sure your old clothes have the best impact.
Peninsula woman speaks out after her SUV catches fire while driving
A Peninsula woman said she's lucky to be alive after her SUV caught on fire while she was driving.
A Peninsula woman said she's lucky to be alive after her SUV caught on fire while she was driving.
Annual 'Chocolate Scorecard' ranks best chocolate companies for fair trade: General Mills, Walmart among worst
Hershey, Nestlé and Mars detailed on their websites their efforts to try to reduce child slave labor in the supply chain.
Hershey, Nestlé and Mars detailed on their websites their efforts to try to reduce child slave labor in the supply chain.
Tech layoffs, high interest rates are having ‘serious impact’ on how people buy homes
Facebook, Twitter and other companies announced layoffs this year amid rising interest rates. Experts say it’s affecting both prospective homebuyers and sellers.
Facebook, Twitter and other companies announced layoffs this year amid rising interest rates. Experts say it’s affecting both prospective homebuyers and sellers.
Chick-fil-A rolls out changes to rewards program this week – what to know
Chick-fil-A is offering additional benefits starting April 4, but customers will also have to spend more to get rewards.
Chick-fil-A is offering additional benefits starting April 4, but customers will also have to spend more to get rewards.
53K Jetson scooters/hoverboards recalled over fire hazards after two reported deaths
The recalled Jetson Rogue Self-Balancing Scooter/Hoverboard was sold at Target stores nationwide and online. Consumers were told to "immediately" stop using and charging them.
The recalled Jetson Rogue Self-Balancing Scooter/Hoverboard was sold at Target stores nationwide and online. Consumers were told to "immediately" stop using and charging them.
Scammers may be targeting your smart TV, BBB warns: ‘Don’t fall for it’
The Better Business Bureau said it has seen an influx of reports about scammers catching people off guard with pop-ups on their smart TVs.
The Better Business Bureau said it has seen an influx of reports about scammers catching people off guard with pop-ups on their smart TVs.
Hand sanitizers recalled for containing methanol
Jarman’s Midwest Cleaning Systems Inc. is voluntarily recalling its hand sanitizers after health officials discovered the presence of methanol during testing.
Jarman’s Midwest Cleaning Systems Inc. is voluntarily recalling its hand sanitizers after health officials discovered the presence of methanol during testing.
NHTSA investigating Tesla Model X seat belt failures
Belts may not be properly secured at the factory
Belts may not be properly secured at the factory
Recall was issued after sample tested positive for Shiga toxin-producing E. coli
More than 3,000 pounds of boneless beef chuck product that was distributed to several states is being recalled because it may be contaminated with a strain of E. coli.
More than 3,000 pounds of boneless beef chuck product that was distributed to several states is being recalled because it may be contaminated with a strain of E. coli.
Honda recalls more than 330,000 vehicles with mirrors at risk of falling off
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said that the vehicles don't comply with the necessary rear visibility requirements.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said that the vehicles don't comply with the necessary rear visibility requirements.
Wendy's adds menu item dropped by McDonald's
Customers who bemoaned the loss of McDonald's beloved Snack Wraps in 2016 will soon be able to sate their cravings at a competitor.
Customers who bemoaned the loss of McDonald's beloved Snack Wraps in 2016 will soon be able to sate their cravings at a competitor.
Chick-fil-A to remove side salad from menu
The option will be removed from the menu starting April 3.
The option will be removed from the menu starting April 3.
Over 3K pounds of meat recalled over possible E. coli contamination
More than 3,000 pounds of beef is being recalled because it may be contaminated with a strain of E. coli.
More than 3,000 pounds of beef is being recalled because it may be contaminated with a strain of E. coli.
FTC wants to make it easier to cancel free trials and subscription plans
Under a newly proposed “click to cancel" rule, the FTC wants to make canceling that monthly subscription plan as easy as it was to sign up.
Under a newly proposed “click to cancel" rule, the FTC wants to make canceling that monthly subscription plan as easy as it was to sign up.