Trump says he will lift some tariffs on Scotch whisky after royal visit

President Donald Trump announced the removal of specific tariffs on Scotch whisky; a move viewed as a diplomatic gesture after an official visit by King Charles III and Queen Camilla to the U.S.

No workplace retirement plan? Trump's new site aims to change that

Trump’s executive order calls for a new government website where people in the U.S. can find and compare retirement savings accounts, aiming to help millions of workers who don’t have access to one through their employer.

California high-speed rail costs soar to $231 billion

Calls are growing to scrap the high-speed rail project as costs balloon by 700% and federal funding is withdrawn under the Trump administration.

More parents having fewer kids due to rising costs, survey reveals

Parents say raising kids is getting more expensive, forcing many into debt and even changing how many children they plan to have, according to a survey.

America 250: Southwest Airlines unveils Independence One to celebrate the nation's founding

Independence One will make its first flight Wednesday, heading from the company’s hometown of Dallas to the place where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were signed, Philadelphia.

$5.5B judgment against Purdue Pharma paves way for opioid deal

Purdue Pharma must pay $5.5 billion in penalties after a sentencing tied to its role in fueling the opioid crisis through doctor payoffs and misleading federal regulators.

Record number of Americans say their financial outlook is ‘getting worse’

A new survey finds rising costs still dominate Americans’ concerns, with a record share saying their financial situation is getting worse. Here’s what to know.

Google co-founder rips California billionaire tax: 'I fled socialism'

Google co-founder Sergey Brin slammed the proposed billionaire tax in California, likening it to the socialism that he fled with his family from the former Soviet Union.

California billionaire tax measure secures signatures for November ballot

California labor unions have gathered 1.5 million signatures for a ballot initiative to tax billionaires 5% to fund healthcare and offset federal cuts.

Dumbbells sold at Walmart recalled over injury risk

Dozens of incidents have been reported of the plates coming loose during use, causing injuries varying from broken toes to cuts and bruises.

IKEA sets grand opening date for Culver City store

IKEA is officially opening its first LA city-center store on May 2 -- and you're invited to the Block Party for free food, music, and giveaways!

Bed Bath & Beyond returning to California: What to know

Bed Bath & Beyond is partnering with The Container Store to open physical shop-in-shop locations in Southern California starting May 2026.

Capital One $425M settlement approved: Here's who qualifies for payments

Capital One has agreed to pay $425 million to settle a lawsuit alleging it paid lower interest rates on older savings accounts without notifying customers of the option for higher yields.