Smithfield Foods settles pork price-fixing lawsuit for $42M

Smithfield Foods will pay restaurants and caterers $42 million to settle a lawsuit that accused the giant meat producer of conspiring to inflate pork prices.

Why your credit score could be going up soon

Nearly half of all Americans could get a boost to their credit scores, due to changes in the way medical debt is reported.

FDA: Inflatable neck rings can cause injury to swimming infants

Parents of babies, especially those with developmental delays or special needs, are being warned not to use these neck pillow flotation devices.

July 4th deals 2022: Where to find the best food discounts and freebies

From Slurpees and ice cream to festive drinks and free kids’ meals, here’s a look at discounts and freebies to take advantage of this July 4th weekend.

Report: Nearly 7.8M homes at risk of hurricane damage

Nearly 7.8 million homes with more than $2.3 trillion in combined reconstruction cost value are at risk of hurricane-related damages during this Atlantic season, CoreLogic's 2022 Hurricane Report says.

Ford recalling nearly 2,900 F-150 Lightning trucks

The Ford F-150 Lightning truck safety compliance recall covers 2,666 vehicles in the U.S. and 220 in Canada in the 2022 model year.

Selling a home: Front door color matters, Zillow data says

"This research shows how seemingly minor home improvements can make a big difference in the way a potential buyer views and values a home," Zillow said.

What you can save during Florida's tax-free week

"Freedom Week" is a tax-free holiday that begins on July 1 through July 7. Heres what is exempt during the holiday.

Non-tech-savvy seniors unable to take advantage of digital coupons, study finds

A 2021 study by the Pew Research Center showed that 39% of those 65 and older do not own a smartphone, and 25% don't use the internet. That means millions of seniors can’t take advantage of digital-only deals.

Juul e-cigarettes can stay on the market for now, judge rules

The e-cigarette maker had asked the court to pause what it called an “extraordinary and unlawful action” by the Food and Drug Administration that would have required it to immediately halt its business.