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.
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.
How to tip your mail carrier during Christmas, holiday season
While you can give your mail carrier a gift as a holiday thank-you, there are certain rules federal workers must follow when it comes to receiving gifts, per the United States Postal Service.
While you can give your mail carrier a gift as a holiday thank-you, there are certain rules federal workers must follow when it comes to receiving gifts, per the United States Postal Service.
Hertz settles with $168M for customers falsely accused of auto theft
There is a $168 million settlement announcement from the Hertz rental car companies. The Fox 5 I-Team first told you about Georgia customers who complained they were falsely arrested for stealing their rental cars.
There is a $168 million settlement announcement from the Hertz rental car companies. The Fox 5 I-Team first told you about Georgia customers who complained they were falsely arrested for stealing their rental cars.
Club sports cost parents retirement savings, study says
A recent LendingTree study shows that 59-percent of parents say their child’s pay-to-play sport causes financial strains. Eleven-percent of parents go into debt for it.
A recent LendingTree study shows that 59-percent of parents say their child’s pay-to-play sport causes financial strains. Eleven-percent of parents go into debt for it.
Domino's once again tipping customers who pick up their own pizza
It may be worth it to skip delivery on your next Domino’s pizza and opt for carryout.
It may be worth it to skip delivery on your next Domino’s pizza and opt for carryout.
BBB warns of gift card scams this holiday shopping season
Some consumer experts are calling gift cards the gift that keeps on giving, as they are expected to be one of the most given gifts this holiday season.
Some consumer experts are calling gift cards the gift that keeps on giving, as they are expected to be one of the most given gifts this holiday season.
Ram recalling 1.23 million pickups for tailgate trouble
The tailgate might open while the vehicle is in motion.
The tailgate might open while the vehicle is in motion.
Don't have your Christmas plane ticket yet? Here's what an expert says
According to Hopper — known for flight and hotel deals — an estimated 53 million people are expected to depart from U.S airports over the holiday period.
According to Hopper — known for flight and hotel deals — an estimated 53 million people are expected to depart from U.S airports over the holiday period.
Most small SUVs flunk updated insurance industry crash tests
Only the Ford Escape and Volvo XC40 got the top “good” rating in this year's testing released Tuesday. The Toyota RAV4 was rated “acceptable," while Audi's Q3, the Nissan Rogue and the Subaru Forester were “marginal.”
Only the Ford Escape and Volvo XC40 got the top “good” rating in this year's testing released Tuesday. The Toyota RAV4 was rated “acceptable," while Audi's Q3, the Nissan Rogue and the Subaru Forester were “marginal.”
McDonald's ranks last in new survey of customer loyalty
Meanwhile, Chick-fil-A and In-N-Out Burger received the highest customer loyalty marks, according to the survey.
Meanwhile, Chick-fil-A and In-N-Out Burger received the highest customer loyalty marks, according to the survey.
Laundry detergent recalled due to bacteria exposure risk
Over 14,000 Art of Green laundry detergent products are being voluntarily recalled because they may contain pseudomonas aeruginosa, a potentially harmful bacteria.
Over 14,000 Art of Green laundry detergent products are being voluntarily recalled because they may contain pseudomonas aeruginosa, a potentially harmful bacteria.
Baby formula recalled due to potential cross-contamination
ByHeart is recalling some of its infant formula out of an abundance of caution after a sample from a third-party manufacturing facility tested positive for bacteria.
ByHeart is recalling some of its infant formula out of an abundance of caution after a sample from a third-party manufacturing facility tested positive for bacteria.
3M Scotch thermal laminators recalled due to fire hazard
3M said it has received nine reports of the laminators catching on fire, but no injuries have been reported.
3M said it has received nine reports of the laminators catching on fire, but no injuries have been reported.
Average price of gas plunges to cheapest in over a year
While the White House was quick to point out the latest numbers, AAA says seasonality is the main cause — and not everyone is seeing cheaper gas.
While the White House was quick to point out the latest numbers, AAA says seasonality is the main cause — and not everyone is seeing cheaper gas.
Subaru recalls Ascent SUVs due to fire risk; owners urged to park outdoors
Ascent SUVs made between 2019 and 2022 are being recalled after reports of two fires with no injuries. Subaru says owners of these SUVs can find out if their vehicle is affected by visiting the company's website.
Ascent SUVs made between 2019 and 2022 are being recalled after reports of two fires with no injuries. Subaru says owners of these SUVs can find out if their vehicle is affected by visiting the company's website.
Jeep issues recall and stop-sale order on 63K hybrid Wrangler SUVs for power loss
A software glitch is behind the massive recall.
A software glitch is behind the massive recall.
Another Takata air bag death brings toll to 33, US reports
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Friday that the person was killed in a crash involving a 2002 Honda Accord.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Friday that the person was killed in a crash involving a 2002 Honda Accord.
Holiday delivery notice scams surge
It’s no secret that we are all expecting a lot of holiday deliveries. We know about the porch pirates who take those gifts from the front door. But there are some thieves who use the simple knowledge that we are all about to get overwhelmed with packages to create some confusion.
It’s no secret that we are all expecting a lot of holiday deliveries. We know about the porch pirates who take those gifts from the front door. But there are some thieves who use the simple knowledge that we are all about to get overwhelmed with packages to create some confusion.
IRS outlines what you need to know to prepare for tax filing in 2023
The deadline to file your taxes is April 18, 2023, and the IRS is sharing updated information to help get you ready.
The deadline to file your taxes is April 18, 2023, and the IRS is sharing updated information to help get you ready.
‘Alexa, thank my driver’: how to give an Amazon driver $5 for each delivery
To thank drivers this holiday season, just say 'Alexa, thank my driver’ to give your Prime driver a $5 gift - and it won't come out of your account.
To thank drivers this holiday season, just say 'Alexa, thank my driver’ to give your Prime driver a $5 gift - and it won't come out of your account.