What is stagflation? Why the Fed is facing tough decisions this week

As the Federal Reserve meets this week, officials are facing growing concerns about stagflation—a mix of high inflation and a slowing economy. With interest rate cuts expected, the Fed must navigate uncertainty about rising prices, tariffs, and consumer confidence.

What to know in the final days of store closures for Party City, Joann and more

Several major retailers are holding massive sales as they prepare to shutter all or many of their store locations. Here's what you need to know when you go shopping.

$33T worth of US homes at 'major' risk of flood, wind or fire

New data finds $33 trillion in U.S. homes are at a major risk from fire, flood and wind. These metro areas face the highest-valued properties at risk.

Several baby and child products under safety recalls: See the full list

From bathrobes to baby gates, several child and baby products are under safety recalls by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Gas is under $3 in 31 states amid spring break travel, AAA says: What to know

Despite increased demand heading into the spring break season, gas prices dipped lower this week, according to AAA. Here are the states with the cheapest gas.

Kawasaki recalls nearly 4,000 motorcycles: What to know

Kawasaki is recalling nearly 4,000 of its motorcycles in the U.S. over an issue with the clutch release shaft.

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