This is the best time to travel for Christmas to avoid winter storm cancellations, delays

A major winter storm is expected to produce damaging winds and drop feet of snow in many locations this week, and with the Christmas holiday travel season in full effect, the timing couldn’t be worse.

Congress moves to ban TikTok from US government devices

TikTok would be banned from most U.S. government devices under a government spending bill Congress unveiled early Tuesday, the latest push by American lawmakers against the Chinese-owned social media app.

Wells Fargo to pay $3.7B over consumer loan violations

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau on Tuesday ordered Wells Fargo to repay $2 billion to consumers and enacted a $1.7 billion penalty against the bank.

Walgreens, CVS and others limiting purchases of children's pain relief medicine as respiratory illnesses rise

Pharmacies are limiting purchases of children's pain relief medication like acetaminophen and ibuprofen as respiratory illnesses continue spreading throughout the United States, including the flu, RSV, and COVID-19.

Christmas tree demand remains high in US despite inflation

Retailers from Home Depot and Lowes to mom and pop operations raised their prices on trees — but people are still buying them.

Walmart frozen chicken product recalled in 28 states

The recall was issued after a customer complained that they found shrimp in their product, although it had been labeled as a Crispy Chicken with Almonds entrée.

Not just for kids: Toymakers creating more products for adults

Toymakers from Mattel’s American Girl and Build-a-Bear are creating new products, services, and websites aimed at adult audiences. Among the popular toys for adults are Star Wars and Harry Potter-themed Lego sets and action figures.

Rising car repossessions trend warning sign for economy, report says

The number of car repossessions across the United States is on the rise and expected to continue into the new year. Some industry experts say it is a sign of the economy.

Christmas meals will cost 16.4% more this year

The average grocery basket for Christmas dinner will cost an average of $60, Datasembly reported.

Taco Bell may permanently add fries to menu to better compete with McDonald's

Taco Bell's CEO said that while dinner and late-night business is on par with McDonald’s and other rivals, the chain’s breakfast and lunch dayparts are “significantly” behind.

How Federal Reserve’s series of rate hikes could affect your finances

As interest rates increase, many economists say they fear a recession could happen — and with it, job losses that may cause hardship for households already badly impacted by inflation.

Here’s how you can find a PS5 for Christmas

Stores are restocking their shelves with PlayStation 5s to make it easier for shoppers to get their hands on one just in time for the holidays.

Massive bill passed to address Florida home insurance problem

Florida lawmakers are trying to fix in three days a home insurance problem that’s been stormy for three decades, approving legislation designed more to keep private insurers in the state than to immediately save property owners money.