Post-holiday returns may come with hefty restocking fee from major brands
Retailers are bracing for "return-uary" as post-holiday returns are projected to exceed $800 billion nationwide this year.
Retailers are bracing for "return-uary" as post-holiday returns are projected to exceed $800 billion nationwide this year.
These carmakers had the most recalls in 2025
More than 24.4 million vehicles were recalled by the nation’s largest automakers in 2025. See if your car made the list.
More than 24.4 million vehicles were recalled by the nation’s largest automakers in 2025. See if your car made the list.
Some stores are charging for holiday gift returns: See the list
If you need to return holiday gifts this year, be ready to pay a price for avoiding return lines in some stores.
If you need to return holiday gifts this year, be ready to pay a price for avoiding return lines in some stores.
American Airlines ends advantage miles program for basic economy fares
American Airlines has made a change that affects how millions of travelers earn rewards on its cheapest tickets — and now the airline is facing some backlash for it.
American Airlines has made a change that affects how millions of travelers earn rewards on its cheapest tickets — and now the airline is facing some backlash for it.
New study ranks the nation's top airports for traveler amenities, see the list
When it comes to flying, airports across the U.S. have a variety of shops, restaurants, and lounges for travelers to enjoy. A new study ranked the top airports where fliers can enjoy a luxurious pre-flight experience.
When it comes to flying, airports across the U.S. have a variety of shops, restaurants, and lounges for travelers to enjoy. A new study ranked the top airports where fliers can enjoy a luxurious pre-flight experience.
Social Security January payment schedule: Here's when recipients get their checks
Social Security payments for millions of Americans are set to begin as we move into the new year.
Social Security payments for millions of Americans are set to begin as we move into the new year.
Dresser recall: Over 16,000 sold on Amazon pulled due to tip over, severe injury risk
The affected dressers were sold on Amazon between 2023 and 2025.
The affected dressers were sold on Amazon between 2023 and 2025.
Ford shatters decade-old recall record with 152 safety alerts issued this year alone across multiple models
Ford Motor Company logged far more recalls in 2025 than any other automaker, according to federal safety data, eclipsing a decade-old industry record and underscoring ongoing quality issues affecting millions of vehicles across multiple model lines.
Ford Motor Company logged far more recalls in 2025 than any other automaker, according to federal safety data, eclipsing a decade-old industry record and underscoring ongoing quality issues affecting millions of vehicles across multiple model lines.
Here's what's open and closed on Christmas this year
Most stores and restaurants are closed on Christmas this year, but there are a few stores open with limited hours for last-minute grocery or pharmacy needs.
Most stores and restaurants are closed on Christmas this year, but there are a few stores open with limited hours for last-minute grocery or pharmacy needs.
Salmonella outbreak linked to raw oysters infects 64 people in 22 states
A salmonella outbreak linked to raw oysters has infected at least 64 people in 22 states, the CDC says.
A salmonella outbreak linked to raw oysters has infected at least 64 people in 22 states, the CDC says.
Sausage recall: 2,000 pounds pulled after metal strip discovery
The Department of Agriculture has announced a recall of nearly one ton of Olympia Provisions’ holiday kielbasa after a consumer reported finding metal in the product.
The Department of Agriculture has announced a recall of nearly one ton of Olympia Provisions’ holiday kielbasa after a consumer reported finding metal in the product.
Real vs. fake Christmas trees: An expert guide on what to buy this year
From cost and maintenance to sustainability, an industry expert weighs in on how to choose the right Christmas tree for your home and budget.
From cost and maintenance to sustainability, an industry expert weighs in on how to choose the right Christmas tree for your home and budget.
Restaurants open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day in 2025
If cooking wasn't on the list this Christmas, here's an idea of where you can go and get a meal on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
If cooking wasn't on the list this Christmas, here's an idea of where you can go and get a meal on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
SNAP benefits: Hobbs announces plan to help AZ families
Governor Katie Hobbs has announced a plan to speed up help for struggling Arizonans whose SNAP benefits and unemployment checks have been delayed.
Governor Katie Hobbs has announced a plan to speed up help for struggling Arizonans whose SNAP benefits and unemployment checks have been delayed.
Some making last-minute holiday shopping runs
Millions of Americans are cramming in some last-minute Christmas shopping this week, and the National Retail Federation officials say sales for this year's holiday season could top $1 trillion. Reporter Asher Redd has more.
Millions of Americans are cramming in some last-minute Christmas shopping this week, and the National Retail Federation officials say sales for this year's holiday season could top $1 trillion. Reporter Asher Redd has more.
Adult portable bed rails sold on Amazon recalled over entrapment, serious injury risk, CPSC says
The affected adult bed rails were sold on Amazon between August and November.
The affected adult bed rails were sold on Amazon between August and November.
2025 Holiday Shipping Deadlines: USPS, FedEx, UPS important dates to remember
With the holidays right around the corner, you need to be sure to mail packages early to ensure on-time delivery. Keep these essential 2025 shipping deadlines in mind from USPS, FedEx, and UPS to ensure your cards and gifts reach their destinations in time for Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and other holidays.
With the holidays right around the corner, you need to be sure to mail packages early to ensure on-time delivery. Keep these essential 2025 shipping deadlines in mind from USPS, FedEx, and UPS to ensure your cards and gifts reach their destinations in time for Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and other holidays.
Stimulus payment December 2025, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check
Hold off on that purchase! Online rumors of new stimulus checks by year’s end are out there.
Hold off on that purchase! Online rumors of new stimulus checks by year’s end are out there.
Leaving cookies, milk, and carrots for Santa and his reindeer now costs over $8, study finds
Before children around the world get ready for a good night’s sleep on Christmas Eve, they’ll leave out cookies, milk, and carrots for Santa and his reindeer.
Before children around the world get ready for a good night’s sleep on Christmas Eve, they’ll leave out cookies, milk, and carrots for Santa and his reindeer.
What's open and closed on Christmas Day 2025
If you’re in need of some last-minute groceries or gifts on Christmas Day, your options will be limited.
If you’re in need of some last-minute groceries or gifts on Christmas Day, your options will be limited.