Frozen pasta sold at Walmart recalled over listeria fears

The maker of frozen pasta sold nationwide under Walmart’s bettergoods brand has issued a recall after state agencies on opposite ends of the U.S. found that some bags may contain listeria bacteria.

Major Wendy's franchisee files for bankruptcy

One of the largest Wendy’s franchisees in the U.S. has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection following a high-stakes dispute with the fast-food chain's corporate parent.

Volkswagen recalls 208,000 SUVs over bolts that could cause steering loss

Volkswagen Group of America is recalling more than 208,000 vehicles in the U.S. over a steering rack mounting bolt that can corrode and break, potentially causing a loss of steering control.

iPhone owners included in Apple’s $250 million settlement can begin filing claims

The window is now open for people who purchased certain recent iPhone models to begin filing claims to receive their share of the quarter-billion-dollar settlement fund established in the wake of the class-action lawsuit filed against Apple, accusing the tech giant of false advertising.

Florida judge dismisses lawsuit over faceless Reese's pumpkins

Two Florida consumers claimed they paid extra for Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins based on the carved faces shown on the packaging. A federal judge disagreed, calling their only alleged injury “subjective disappointment.”

Converse apologizes, pulls new ad after claims of racist imagery

Shoemaker Converse has apologized and pulled a social media ad after it sparked a backlash from people who said the image evoked the Ku Klux Klan and lynching. 

Melissa & Doug recalls toy sold at Target due to choking hazard

A popular Melissa & Doug children’s fire truck toy has been recalled after a small plastic part was reported to come loose, creating a potential choking hazard.

Amazon settlement expands, which could mean more money for you

The Federal Trade Commission said that Amazon will expand payments to eligible customers as part of last year's $2.5 billion settlement. Here’s what you need to know.

Pool heaters recalled over carbon monoxide poisoning risk

Regulators say 4,600 dual-fuel gas pool heaters have been recalled over the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.

Dozens of burn injuries lead to recall of heated blankets sold on Amazon

JKMAX Heated Blankets and Heating Pads were recalled after reports of burn injuries and the products smoking, melting or burning, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Gas prices are climbing again with no end in sight, experts say: Here's why

Gas prices shot up 25 cents a gallon overnight in some parts of the U.S. this week, and experts say they could go up even more in coming weeks.

Best coffee cities in America: See who's number 1

Listen up coffee lovers. According to new data, these are the best coffee cities in America.

FDA recalls hand soaps sold in Georgia over bacteria risk

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a recall for six hand soap products sold across Georgia and 14 other states due to potential bacterial contamination.

FDA recalls hand soap sold in 15 states due to risk of bacteria

The affected hand soap products were sold in various states, including California, Georgia, and Illinois, according to the Food and Drug Administration.