How to help older people in your life avoid scams this holiday season
Last year, consumers lost $8.8 billion to scammers, and the Federal Trade Commission says older adults lost the most money compared to other age groups.
Last year, consumers lost $8.8 billion to scammers, and the Federal Trade Commission says older adults lost the most money compared to other age groups.
The rise and fall of Black Friday
“There was always that guy, that person who would be there with his lawn chair in front of the Best Buy, you know, three days early, a week early, to get that super cheap big-screen TV."
“There was always that guy, that person who would be there with his lawn chair in front of the Best Buy, you know, three days early, a week early, to get that super cheap big-screen TV."
Black Friday shopping: JCPenney, Macy's lead with biggest discounts
JCPenney had the best average discounts for the fifth consecutive year, according to a study.
JCPenney had the best average discounts for the fifth consecutive year, according to a study.
The top scams reported to the Atlanta FBI for 2023 holiday season
As you make your list and check it twice, federal agents at Atlanta’s FBI field office want you to check to make sure you’re not getting scammed.
As you make your list and check it twice, federal agents at Atlanta’s FBI field office want you to check to make sure you’re not getting scammed.
More Americans are using 'buy now, pay later' payment plans for the holidays
Consumers are expected to use “buy now, pay later” payment plans heavily this holiday season, a forecast that bodes well for retailers but that has credit experts again sounding alarm bells.
Consumers are expected to use “buy now, pay later” payment plans heavily this holiday season, a forecast that bodes well for retailers but that has credit experts again sounding alarm bells.
Christmas tree prices up 10% since last year, American Christmas Tree Association says
77% of Americans say they plan to put up an artificial tree in their home, according to the American Christmas Tree Association.
77% of Americans say they plan to put up an artificial tree in their home, according to the American Christmas Tree Association.
Porch pirates: What you need to know this holiday season
A recent report said three out of four Americans had a package swiped in the past 12 months, equating to over 119 million stolen packages.
A recent report said three out of four Americans had a package swiped in the past 12 months, equating to over 119 million stolen packages.
US electric vehicle sales to hit record this year, but still lag behind China and Germany
Electric vehicle sales are expected to hit a record 9% of all passenger vehicles in the U.S. this year, according to Atlas Public Policy. That will be up from 7.3% of new car sales in 2022.
Electric vehicle sales are expected to hit a record 9% of all passenger vehicles in the U.S. this year, according to Atlas Public Policy. That will be up from 7.3% of new car sales in 2022.
Retailers ready to kick off unofficial start of the holiday season just as shoppers pull back
With Black Friday looming, the nation’s largest retail trade group expects shoppers will spend more this year than last year, but their pace will slow given all the economic uncertainty.
With Black Friday looming, the nation’s largest retail trade group expects shoppers will spend more this year than last year, but their pace will slow given all the economic uncertainty.
Jury finds that largest US egg producers conspired to rig the market to drive up prices
A federal jury in Illinois has found that several major egg producers in the U.S. conspired to price-fix eggs between 2004 and 2008.
A federal jury in Illinois has found that several major egg producers in the U.S. conspired to price-fix eggs between 2004 and 2008.
More children keep getting sick by fruit pouches tainted with lead
U.S. health officials are reporting more cases of children sickened by fruit puree pouches that were recalled due to lead contamination.
U.S. health officials are reporting more cases of children sickened by fruit puree pouches that were recalled due to lead contamination.
What to do if your package gets stolen
Thousands of packages will be delivered during the holiday season, making them potential targets for thefts, but there are steps you can take if this happens.
Thousands of packages will be delivered during the holiday season, making them potential targets for thefts, but there are steps you can take if this happens.
Over 32,000 hybrid Jeep Wrangler SUVs recalled over potential fire risk
Automaker Stellantis has announced a recall of more than 32,000 of its hybrid Jeep Wrangler SUVs because they pose a potential fire risk.
Automaker Stellantis has announced a recall of more than 32,000 of its hybrid Jeep Wrangler SUVs because they pose a potential fire risk.
Major delivery services to allow healthcare deliveries; DoorDash offers FSA/HSA payment option
This is big news for families trying to spend FSA money by the end of the year. Flexible Spending Accounts and Healthcare Savings Accounts have enlisted three big delivery services as a new shopping option for those using these savings accounts.
This is big news for families trying to spend FSA money by the end of the year. Flexible Spending Accounts and Healthcare Savings Accounts have enlisted three big delivery services as a new shopping option for those using these savings accounts.
Black Friday is almost here. What to know about the sales event's history and evolution
While Black Friday may no longer look like the crowd-filled, in-person mayhem that it was just decades ago, the holiday sales event is still slated to attract millions of consumers.
While Black Friday may no longer look like the crowd-filled, in-person mayhem that it was just decades ago, the holiday sales event is still slated to attract millions of consumers.
Here's what stores will open and when on Black Friday
A number of stores closed on Thanksgiving will reopen early Friday as the holiday shopping season begins.
A number of stores closed on Thanksgiving will reopen early Friday as the holiday shopping season begins.
Children's cups recalled over lead violation just ahead of Thanksgiving, Christmas holidays
The LAOION Children’s Cup, an 8-oz. insulated, stainless steel cup that comes in lilac, green, salmon and blue with matching silicone straws, has been recalled by the company due to a federal lead content ban violation, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
The LAOION Children’s Cup, an 8-oz. insulated, stainless steel cup that comes in lilac, green, salmon and blue with matching silicone straws, has been recalled by the company due to a federal lead content ban violation, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
Tyler Perry's former Atlanta mansion sold at auction
The luxurious mansion was built by Tyler Perry and was featured in his film "Diary of a Mad Black Woman."
The luxurious mansion was built by Tyler Perry and was featured in his film "Diary of a Mad Black Woman."
Krispy Kreme celebrates 20th anniversary of 'Elf' with movie-inspired holiday donuts: See the festive treats
New donuts include the Buddy Snow Globe and Buddy Makes Breakfast
New donuts include the Buddy Snow Globe and Buddy Makes Breakfast
When should stores start playing Christmas music? Here's how retailers decide
How early is too early to start playing Wham's "Last Christmas" over store speakers? It depends on who you ask.
How early is too early to start playing Wham's "Last Christmas" over store speakers? It depends on who you ask.