Competition for homes is easing the fastest for buyers in these markets
New construction and recovering U.S. inventory are helping to tilt more markets in favor of buyers in the South, as well as a few other areas, according to Zillow.
Is Reddit down? Outage reported by social media users
There was a spike of more than 46,000 error reports Wednesday afternoon for Reddit, according to Downdetector.
Tom's of Maine toothpaste made with bacteria-contaminated water, FDA says
Officials say contaminated water was used to manufacture Tom’s Simply White Clean Mint Paste.
Trump Stimulus Checks: Will they be issued, and could you receive one?
Viral social media stories and posts that claim taxpayers in some states will receive a $2,000 (or more) government stimulus check as the holiday season begins are again making the rounds online.
Prince George’s County takes up electric vehicle bills
In Prince George’s County, two significant electric vehicle bills are up for a final vote on Tuesday, with the sponsoring councilmembers planning a rally before the council session begins.
Here's how much the average American will spend for the holidays, by city
Holiday sales in 2024 are expected to grow between 2.5% and 3.5% from last year, according to WalletHub.
Christmas tree shortage: Will severe drought result in lack of trees, price spike?
A severe drought in the Northeast has sparked concerns about a potential Christmas tree shortage in future holiday seasons, according to a FOX Business report.
Grimmway Farms carrot recall: See list of impacted products
A multi-state E. coli outbreak has been linked to recalled organic whole carrots and baby carrots sold under several brands like Trader Joe’s, 365 and more.
Cash App settlement: Deadline to claim up to $2,500 is Monday
Those who have used Cash App to transfer money in the last six years may be eligible for up to $2,500 as part of a class-action settlement.
Baby carrots contaminated with E. coli recalled; 1 killed, dozens sickened
An E. coli outbreak that has sickened 39 people and caused one death is tied to organic baby carrots sold under multiple brand names – including Trader Joe’s, 365 and more.
220,000 Medical King portable adult bed rails recalled after a death, marking 9th related recall in 3 years
Eighteen deaths have been reported in connection with all portable adult bed rail recalls since 2021, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said
Thanksgiving 2024: Cheapest grocery stores to buy your Thanksgiving ingredients
Thanksgiving 2024 is almost here, and in a recent study, FinanceBuzz analyzed the costs of meal ingredients at several major grocery store chains across the United States.
How much it costs to host Thanksgiving in 2024
Inflation and rising food costs are prompting some hosts to alter their plans, cut back on certain expenses or even reconsider hosting next year, according to a new survey.
Lunchables removed from school lunch menus nationwide
Lunchables are off the menu at schools nationwide.
Turkey Prices for Thanksgiving 2024: States where you'll pay the most and least
Thanksgiving is fast approaching, and people are making room in their freezers for the holiday's star attraction: the turkey. This year, turkey prices average about $2.08 per pound, according to a new study from FinanceBuzz, which compiled data from grocery stores across the United States. A 15-pound turkey, enough to serve 10 people, will cost around $31.
How to protect veterans from scams and fraud
Veterans can be a vulnerable population that are susceptible to scams. Carroll Harris, Inspector in Charge at the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, says sometimes scammers specially target the veteran population.
Verizon Fios internet outages impacting customers in DC region, millions on East Coast
A Verizon Fios internet outage is affecting millions of customers in the Washington, D.C. region, including millions along the East Coast.
Medicare premiums increasing in 2025
Medicare’s premium increase for Part B in 2025 outpaces both inflation and the Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA).
Krispy Kreme offers free dozen doughnuts on World Kindness Day – how to get the deal
Customers at Krispy Kreme can get a dozen free glazed doughnuts on Nov. 13 for World Kindness Day.
80,000 pounds of Costco butter recalled for lacking disclaimer about milk
The recalled 46,800 pounds of butter “list cream, but may be missing the Contains Milk statement," according to the FDA.