Target closing stores due to theft, concerns of violence toward workers

"We cannot continue operating these stores because theft and organized retail crime are threatening the safety of our team and guests," Target officials wrote in a release.

New cars are supposed to be safer yet roadway deaths continue to rise, data shows

Government test data shows new passenger vehicles in the U.S. are extremely safe, but roadway deaths are steadily rising. Some of the biggest increases are deaths of pedestrians and cyclists.

Costco fans can now buy Monopoly game based on the warehouse store

There are even custom pieces which include the iconic Costco pizza, drink and hotdog combo, pallet jack, and shopping cart.

Hidden Valley Ranch wants to spice up your meals with Ranch Chili Crunch

Hidden Valley Ranch and This Little Goat have joined forces to introduce the Ranch Chili Crunch, a versatile new ingredient for home cooks.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission dropped a music album

“We’re Safety Now Haven’t We" is a grammatically incorrect masterpiece with a mission to educate young people on the dangers lurking in their everyday lives.

Oil prices rise making gas more expensive for US drivers and aiding Russia's war

Some analysts predict oil prices could hit $100 in the coming months, while others foresee that growth in major economies like China will keep a lid on prices.

UPS using AI to prevent 'porch pirates' from stealing packages

UPS is using artificial intelligence to crack down on packages being stolen off front porches after delivery. Here's how the system, which the company is calling DeliveryDefense, works.

Amazon Prime Video will have ads in 2024, or users can pay $2.99 monthly to avoid them

Amazon’s Prime Video will begin showing adds during shows and movies early next year, joining other streaming services that have added different tiers of subscriptions.

Homeowners face rising insurance rates as climate change makes wildfires, storms more common

A report released Wednesday says states such as California, Florida and Louisiana, which are prone to wildfires and damaging storms and flooding, are likely to see the most dramatic increases in premiums.

This 'probably haunted' former funeral home is on the market

A “stunning property" and historic former funeral home is for sale in Massachusetts, but buyers beware: it’s probably haunted.

Budweiser Clydesdales will no longer shorten their tails, company says

Budweiser parent company Anheuser-Busch InBev announced Wednesday that its iconic Clydesdales will no longer have their tails shortened using a common, yet controversial, procedure that has drawn the ire of animal activists.

Crayola, known for its crayons, launches flower business

Crayola Flowers is an online flower shop that sells bouquets to raise funds for nonprofit organizations.