Spa pumps recalled after fires, fatality linked to product overheating

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Bestway are recalling over 866,000 AirJet and HydroJet Spa Pumps due to overheating risks that could ignite the plastic housing and cause fires.

Krispy Kreme offering a dozen doughnuts for 13 cents on Friday the 13th

Krispy Kreme has announced a new promotion for a dozen donuts for 13 cents in honor of Friday the 13th. Here's how to get the deal.

What are 'sextortion' scams and how to recognize them

Online scammers are grabbing the attention of would-be victims nationwide because of new and frightening details they’re using to convince you to pay up.

How to recognize 'sextortion' scams
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There's a new scary trend in scams that can include things like pictures of your home, the names of your family members, and even threats related to your browsing history to convince you to pay up. Consumer reporter Steve Noviello says he knows firsthand because he was recently targeted, along with his young son.

Nearly 1.5M Ram trucks recalled over software problem

Stellantis is recalling nearly 1.5 million Ram pickup trucks due to faulty anti-lock brake software.

Here are America's 'fastest-growing suburbs' with home values under $500K

If you’re in the market for a more affordable home, there are a number of fast-growing suburbs in the U.S. where you can still find homes valued below $500,000.

Map: Here are the states with the most 'stale' home inventory

Here are the states with the highest percentage of “stale" inventory, or homes still on the market after 30 days without going under contract, according to Redfin.

Map: Here's how long it takes to sell a house in your state

The median number of days on the market – or the number of days a home sits before going under contact – varies depending on where you live.

McDonald's give classic menu item a 'makeover' amid push to reverse sales decline

Starting next week, McDonald's customers in the U.S. ordering McFlurry sweet treats will notice updated packaging and a different size available to purchase.

Shein, Temu: US regulators call for probe over reports of 'deadly’ baby products

Two U.S. Consumer Product Safety commissioners called for an investigation into Shein and Temu over reports of "deadly baby and toddler products" allegedly offered on their sites.

Turn your pumpkin spice obsession into a $1,000 side hustle

FinanceBuzz, a personal finance platform, is offering $1,000 and a $500 Trader Joe’s gift card to a "pumpkin spice pundit" who will taste-test over 20 fall-themed products.

Map: US states where grocery prices have risen the most

While inflation is easing slightly, grocery prices still remain high, and the issue appears to hit some states harder than others.

Ford recalls over 90K vehicles in response to risk of engine intake valve breaking

There is a recall of roughly 90,700 Ford and Lincoln vehicles that the report says, "may contain intake valves that have a propensity to crack and break."

Hotel workers strike across major US cities. What it means for guests

Approximately 10,000 hotel workers, represented by the UNITE HERE union, went on strike at 24 hotels across eight U.S. cities, including Honolulu, Boston, and San Francisco.