Best small cities in America: WalletHub names top communities for 2025

WalletHub has released its 2025 ranking of the best small cities in America based on affordability, economic health, education and health, quality of life, and safety.

Airlines warn government shutdown could disrupt flights, strain aviation system

The Modern Skies Coalition says a shutdown would force the FAA to suspend hiring and training, delay safety initiatives and create costly backlogs.

National Coffee Day: Get these brew-tiful deals Monday

Starbucks, Dunkin’, Peet’s, and dozens of other chains are offering rewards member perks, BOGO offers, or $1 specials.

Hillshire corn dog products recalled

Hillshire is recalling more than 58 million pounds of product after learning they could have foreign material, specifically pieces of wood, embedded in the batter.

Cracker Barrel-owned chain closes 14 locations

Maple Street Biscuit Company, a Cracker Barrel-owned restaurant chain, shuttered more than a dozen locations.

Actor Ben Stiller launches Stiller’s Soda — here’s where to buy it

Ben Stiller has launched his own soda brand, Stiller’s, featuring three nostalgic flavors. Here’s where you can buy it and how much it costs.

‘Heavy soda’ trend explained: Super sweet fountain drinks spark buzz

A new Midwestern drink trend called heavy soda is going viral online. The extra-syrup fountain drinks promise maximum sweetness, but dentists warn about the health risks.

These cities are spending the most on fast food in 2025, data shows

Fast food provides a quick meal if you don’t have time to cook, but residents in these cities are spending more to enjoy the dining out experience.

Pornhub to block Arizona access due to new age verification law

Pornhub, one of the world's largest adult content websites, is blocking access for users in Arizona. This comes as a new state law, House Bill 2112, takes effect Sept. 26. Arizona is now among two dozen states with similar age verification legislation.

Radioactive shrimp recall expanded for bags sold at Kroger stores

The new recall includes more than 49,000 bags of Kroger Raw Colosal EZ Peel Shrimp, about 18,000 bags of Kroger Mercado Cooked Medium Peeled Tail-Off Shrimp and more than 17,000 bags of AquaStar Peeled Tail-on Shrimp Skewers.

These are the best cities for women, based on 15 key metrics

WalletHub has released its 2025 ranking of the best and worst U.S. cities for women, evaluating 182 locations on economic opportunity, health care, and safety.