July 4th deals 2022: Where to find the best food discounts and freebies

From Slurpees and ice cream to festive drinks and free kids’ meals, here’s a look at discounts and freebies to take advantage of this July 4th weekend.

Sustainable bean-less coffee company receives $40M in funding

As the future of coffee beans as a crop faces uncertainty, a group of food scientists, biochemists and entrepreneurs at Atomo Coffee have reverse-engineered the coffee bean to create a smooth version of their favorite morning drink that has the same caffeinated kick but doesn’t require any beans at all.

Ford recalling nearly 2,900 F-150 Lightning trucks

The Ford F-150 Lightning truck safety compliance recall covers 2,666 vehicles in the U.S. and 220 in Canada in the 2022 model year.

FBI: Scammers using deep fake technology to apply for remote work

In a report, the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) says the underlying technology of deepfakes "can replace faces, manipulate facial expressions, synthesize faces, and synthesize speech."

City of Dallas launches initiative to hire more skilled workforce

The new program called Workforce Dallas is partnering with non-profits to help connect workers with free job training. The non-profits will help people find childcare and transportation. They are the typical barriers that stand between people from finding a better job.

Plano-based mortgage company is latest to lay off workers as mortgage industry cools off

In what is a sign of slowing demand, Plano-based First Guaranty Mortgage Corporation has laid off the majority of its staff. Other companies are more likely to see more workforce cuts.

Non-tech-savvy seniors unable to take advantage of digital coupons, study finds

A 2021 study by the Pew Research Center showed that 39% of those 65 and older do not own a smartphone, and 25% don't use the internet. That means millions of seniors can’t take advantage of digital-only deals.

Juul e-cigarettes can stay on the market for now, judge rules

The e-cigarette maker had asked the court to pause what it called an “extraordinary and unlawful action” by the Food and Drug Administration that would have required it to immediately halt its business.