CVS opens smaller format stores; still plans to close 270 locations
CVS is opening new stores around the nation, but they will be significantly smaller and focus only on pharmacy services. The move comes as the industry undergoes a major shift.
‘Smishing’ scam texts are still a threat: What to know
The FBI, FTC and cybersecurity experts have warned of ongoing threats focusing on unpaid toll and delivery service scams. Here’s what you need to know.
Trump's trade war 2.0: Timeline of tariffs, retaliation, and global fallout
President Donald Trump has reignited global trade tensions by imposing sweeping tariffs on major trading partners, including Canada, Mexico, China, and the European Union.
CPI February update: Egg prices up another 10% though inflation cools
February's CPI report showed egg prices were once again the most volatile, increasing by an average of 10.4% last month. Here's what else it showed.
Girl Scouts hit with lawsuit after toxic contaminants study goes viral
As Girl Scout troops nationwide celebrate National Girl Scout Day, the organization faces a lawsuit alleging that its beloved cookies contain dangerous substances
Trump backs down on doubling tariffs after Ontario halts electricity surcharge
President Trump threatened to double tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from Canada, prompting Ontario to suspend its planned electricity surcharges to the U.S.
Renting is now cheaper than owning, data shows: See the list of top markets
A new analysis shows that renting is cheaper than owning a home in all of the 100 largest US metros. See the cities where the gap is widest and what this means for renters and buyers.
Ross Stores opens 19 new stores in 14 states
The new stores are located in 14 states, Ross said.
Buying a home this spring? Sellers are starting to cut prices, report says
Home prices may be more affordable this spring. Here’s which cities are seeing the highest price reductions.
Southwest charging for bags, and other airline changes in recent months
Southwest has made major changes to its policies in recent months, including the most recent of charging for checked bags. Here’s a look.
Forget rates and prices: What's really stopping you from buying a house?
Everybody knows housing prices are through the roof, and mortgage interest rates are totally unaffordable, but these are not the top two challenges for first-time homebuyers.
Almost 40% of Americans receive financial help from family to buy a house: Survey
A new survey reveals that nearly 40% of Americans rely on family financial help for home purchases, most often through parents and grandparents gifting money for a deposit.
Georgia businesses brace for tariff impact amid uncertainty
Georgia businesses are bracing for potential impacts from tariffs imposed on countries like Mexico, Canada, and China.
Some synthetic hair brands contain carcinogens, lead, other harmful chemicals, study finds
Ten synthetic hair products were tested during the study and several of them tested positive for harmful chemicals such as benzene, which has shown to increase the risk of cancer.
Justice Department investigating surge in egg prices: report
Egg prices have nearly doubled in the last year.
Americans borrowed $74 billion to cover medical bills in 2024, study finds
Millions of Americans admit that paying for health care expenses often means going into debt based on findings in a recent study.
East Lake man takes Atlanta to court over big water bill and wins
The East Lake couple were billed for around 3,400 gallons of water usage daily for four months. They took the city to court over the $12,000 water bill and won.
Children’s bathrobes sold on Amazon recalled for burn hazard
Over 5,000 children's bathrobes have been recalled in the U.S. because they violate federal flammability regulations for children’s sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injuries.
Walgreens agrees to $10B private equity buyout—what it means for shoppers
Walgreens has agreed to a $10 billion buyout, taking the company private after years of financial struggles. Here’s what it could mean for store closures, pharmacies, and shoppers.
Price of toys will increase due to Trump's tariffs on China, industry experts say
Toys in the U.S. may cost 15-20% more by fall due to Trump's tariffs on China, according to industry experts.