Owed a lot in taxes? Here's what to do and how to look ahead for next year
Did you owe a lot of taxes this year? Or get a refund much larger than expected? Here’s some tips to avoid surprises (good or bad) next year.
Did you owe a lot of taxes this year? Or get a refund much larger than expected? Here’s some tips to avoid surprises (good or bad) next year.
Mercedes-Benz recalls nearly 25K vehicles over drive shaft problems
The latest recall from Mercedes-Benz impacts certain model vehicles tied to a defective drive shaft that could cause a loss of power.
The latest recall from Mercedes-Benz impacts certain model vehicles tied to a defective drive shaft that could cause a loss of power.
Viral bagel store opening in Lafayette
PopUp Bagels, a popular chain originating on the East Coast, is set to expand its footprint into the East Bay this fall.
PopUp Bagels, a popular chain originating on the East Coast, is set to expand its footprint into the East Bay this fall.
Talk of United and American airlines mega-merger: Who pays for blockbuster deal?
The CEOs of United and American Airlines are said to have discussed blockbuster merger during a meeting with Donald Trump; The world’s two largest carriers combine would be an enormous $38 to $45 billion deal.
The CEOs of United and American Airlines are said to have discussed blockbuster merger during a meeting with Donald Trump; The world’s two largest carriers combine would be an enormous $38 to $45 billion deal.
Good Brain Tonic sold nationwide and online recalled due to potential botulism
The maker of Good Brain Tonic recalled all bottles of the product over fears of botulism, a potentially deadly form of food poisoning.
The maker of Good Brain Tonic recalled all bottles of the product over fears of botulism, a potentially deadly form of food poisoning.
Most popular first and last names in US, according to Census Bureau data
Newly released names data from the 2020 census shows which first and last names are the most popular across the nation.
Newly released names data from the 2020 census shows which first and last names are the most popular across the nation.
United Airlines CEO pitched American Airlines merger in talks with Trump
United Airlines CEO floated the idea of a possible merger with American Airlines, making it potentially one of the largest unions of airlines in years.
United Airlines CEO floated the idea of a possible merger with American Airlines, making it potentially one of the largest unions of airlines in years.
Trump touts tax change with $100 tip to DoorDash driver at White House
With just two days to go until the IRS deadline, President Donald Trump wanted to showcase one of his signature tax initiatives with the help of some McDonald’s and a $100 tip to the DoorDash delivery driver.
With just two days to go until the IRS deadline, President Donald Trump wanted to showcase one of his signature tax initiatives with the help of some McDonald’s and a $100 tip to the DoorDash delivery driver.
7-Eleven plans to close 645 stores during 2026 fiscal year
The parent company of 7-Eleven intends to shut down hundreds of its North American locations over the coming months.
The parent company of 7-Eleven intends to shut down hundreds of its North American locations over the coming months.
McDonald’s adding energy drinks, craft sodas to US menus, reports say
New drinks could roll out to McDonald’s as early as next month. Here’s what to know.
New drinks could roll out to McDonald’s as early as next month. Here’s what to know.
Travel warning expanded for Nigeria, embassy staff allowed to leave
The United States has expanded a travel warning for Nigeria. The embassy in Abuja, the African nation’s capital, is also allowing non-emergency government employees and their families to leave.
The United States has expanded a travel warning for Nigeria. The embassy in Abuja, the African nation’s capital, is also allowing non-emergency government employees and their families to leave.
Ways to save money on gas amid Iran war price hikes
Loyalty programs, tracking apps and paying with cash can help save money on gas as prices remain high this spring and summer. Here are some specific tips.
Loyalty programs, tracking apps and paying with cash can help save money on gas as prices remain high this spring and summer. Here are some specific tips.
Sadie Robertson speaks out about the moment her eight-month-old daughter choked and stopped breathing
"Duck Dynasty" star Sadie Robertson is opening up about a terrifying moment in which her 8-month-old choked and briefly stopped breathing.
"Duck Dynasty" star Sadie Robertson is opening up about a terrifying moment in which her 8-month-old choked and briefly stopped breathing.
Average new car prices near $50,000 as rate of increase accelerates
As anyone looking to buy a vehicle knows, purchasing a new car, truck, or SUV is getting more and more expensive, and a new report shows that the rate that prices are increasing is starting to speed up.
As anyone looking to buy a vehicle knows, purchasing a new car, truck, or SUV is getting more and more expensive, and a new report shows that the rate that prices are increasing is starting to speed up.
Woman faked bomb threat involving ex-boyfriend after breakup: police
A woman in New Mexico is facing charges after falsely reporting her ex-boyfriend was bringing a bomb on a plane after his long-distance visit, police said, adding that the two had just broken up the night before.
A woman in New Mexico is facing charges after falsely reporting her ex-boyfriend was bringing a bomb on a plane after his long-distance visit, police said, adding that the two had just broken up the night before.
Home distilling ban struck down after 158 years
A U.S. Appellate Court ended a federal prohibition on distilling hard liquor that stretched all the way back to the Reconstruction era.
A U.S. Appellate Court ended a federal prohibition on distilling hard liquor that stretched all the way back to the Reconstruction era.
Annual cost of raising a small child goes up in several states: See where
The annual cost of raising a small child has gone up in several states. Here’s where costs are rising the most this year.
The annual cost of raising a small child has gone up in several states. Here’s where costs are rising the most this year.
Hyundai recalls nearly 300K vehicles over seat belt defect
Nearly 300,000 Hyundai vehicles have been recalled over a seat belt defect that could increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Nearly 300,000 Hyundai vehicles have been recalled over a seat belt defect that could increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Tax Day 2026 freebies and deals
April 15 is tax day and there are several restaurants offering free food deals to help make paying taxes a bit easier.
April 15 is tax day and there are several restaurants offering free food deals to help make paying taxes a bit easier.
The 'bare bones' cost of raising a child has spiked: Here's why
The cost of raising a child in the U.S. continues to climb, according to a new LendingTree report based on 2024 data.
The cost of raising a child in the U.S. continues to climb, according to a new LendingTree report based on 2024 data.