LA unveils interactive 'Top 100 Problem Rental Properties' tracker for housing violations
The Los Angeles City Controller has launched an interactive dashboard mapping the top 100 problem rental properties and over a decade of housing violations.
The Los Angeles City Controller has launched an interactive dashboard mapping the top 100 problem rental properties and over a decade of housing violations.
April had the 6th-highest gas prices in nearly 4 years
Consumers faced record-breaking hardship at the pump in April as the national average for a gallon of gas exceeded $4 per gallon for the first time since 2022.
Consumers faced record-breaking hardship at the pump in April as the national average for a gallon of gas exceeded $4 per gallon for the first time since 2022.
More than 100K teething toys recalled after nearly a dozen choking incidents
A major recall has been issued for more than 100,000 children’s teething toys after reports linked the products to serious choking hazards.
A major recall has been issued for more than 100,000 children’s teething toys after reports linked the products to serious choking hazards.
20% of homebuyers are Gen Z — here’s where they’re buying
Gen Z is becoming a growing force in the U.S. housing market, now accounting for nearly 1 in 5 mortgage requests nationwide. Here’s where they are buying.
Gen Z is becoming a growing force in the U.S. housing market, now accounting for nearly 1 in 5 mortgage requests nationwide. Here’s where they are buying.
Recall on noodle packs sold at Whole Foods, Thrive Market
A variety of noodle packages sold at two popular grocery chains was recalled this week because of the potential risk to people with peanut allergies.
A variety of noodle packages sold at two popular grocery chains was recalled this week because of the potential risk to people with peanut allergies.
Waymo recalls nearly 3,800 robotaxis for glitch that may allow vehicles to drive into standing water
Waymo issued a recall for certain its fifth and sixth generation automated driving systems over a software issue that may cause the vehicle to lose control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Waymo issued a recall for certain its fifth and sixth generation automated driving systems over a software issue that may cause the vehicle to lose control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Walmart to cut or relocate 1,000 jobs in efforts to compete with Amazon
Walmart is restructuring its staff to focus on expansion of AI and tech initiatives. The move marks a significant strategy to compete with Amazon and other retailers.
Walmart is restructuring its staff to focus on expansion of AI and tech initiatives. The move marks a significant strategy to compete with Amazon and other retailers.
Skin cream sold nationwide recalled after staph bacteria found
A skin cream sold across the country in retail stores and online was recalled after some of it was found to be contaminated with the bacteria that causes staph infections.
A skin cream sold across the country in retail stores and online was recalled after some of it was found to be contaminated with the bacteria that causes staph infections.
CPI report: April inflation jumped at fastest rate in three years
As the war in Iran carries on, prices rose for Americans in April at the fastest rate since May 2023.
As the war in Iran carries on, prices rose for Americans in April at the fastest rate since May 2023.
California 'Fans First' bill aims to cap skyrocketing concert ticket prices
Bay Area concert-goers report being priced out of major events as ticket costs reach "out of control" levels due to resellers. Assembly Member Matt Haney (D-San Francisco) is sponsoring AB 1720, which would cap ticket resale prices at 10% above face value.
Bay Area concert-goers report being priced out of major events as ticket costs reach "out of control" levels due to resellers. Assembly Member Matt Haney (D-San Francisco) is sponsoring AB 1720, which would cap ticket resale prices at 10% above face value.
Catalytic converter thefts rising again and one Toyota model is being targeted, police warn
Local law enforcement agencies across the country are warning that catalytic converter thefts are on the rise again, and this time they are noting one particular model that thieves are targeting.
Local law enforcement agencies across the country are warning that catalytic converter thefts are on the rise again, and this time they are noting one particular model that thieves are targeting.
USDA issues health alert for headcheese that may be contaminated with listeria
Health officials warn pork headcheese may be tied to a listeria outbreak that sickened at least three people. Here's what to know.
Health officials warn pork headcheese may be tied to a listeria outbreak that sickened at least three people. Here's what to know.
Map: How much are federal, state gas taxes?
State gas taxes are often higher than the federal gas tax, and help maintain roads and infrastructure. Here is a breakdown.
State gas taxes are often higher than the federal gas tax, and help maintain roads and infrastructure. Here is a breakdown.
Chocolate bar recall expanded over salmonella concerns, FDA says
Spring & Mulberry expanded its recall of select chocolate bars after a Food and Drug Administration investigation tied an ingredient to possible salmonella contamination.
Spring & Mulberry expanded its recall of select chocolate bars after a Food and Drug Administration investigation tied an ingredient to possible salmonella contamination.
Lawsuit accuses Nike of pocketing tariff refunds while raising prices
A lawsuit filed against Nike is seeking to block the apparel giant from pocketing “significant" tariff refunds and force Nike to return the money “to the consumers who actually paid them."
A lawsuit filed against Nike is seeking to block the apparel giant from pocketing “significant" tariff refunds and force Nike to return the money “to the consumers who actually paid them."
Mother's Day 2026 food deals and discounts
Mother's Day is a special time to show appreciation and love for all the mothers in our lives. To help you celebrate, many restaurants and eateries are offering enticing free Mother's Day deals and freebies.
Mother's Day is a special time to show appreciation and love for all the mothers in our lives. To help you celebrate, many restaurants and eateries are offering enticing free Mother's Day deals and freebies.
This California program will give 400 free diapers to families of newborn babies
The program is in partnership with California-based nonprofit Baby2Baby, which manufactures diapers and other essential items at a cost lower than retail.
The program is in partnership with California-based nonprofit Baby2Baby, which manufactures diapers and other essential items at a cost lower than retail.
Military Appreciation Month: You can help military families by donating manufacturer coupons
When it comes to grocery shopping, using coupons can help you save at the register. But if you have coupons that have expired, don’t toss them, you can donate them for use by U.S. military families.
When it comes to grocery shopping, using coupons can help you save at the register. But if you have coupons that have expired, don’t toss them, you can donate them for use by U.S. military families.
Lithium batteries sold on Amazon recalled for swallowing hazard
EEMB Lithium Battery Packs were recalled because of a possible swallowing risk. Consumer Product Safety Commission officials said the items were sold on Amazon between 2023 and 2026.
EEMB Lithium Battery Packs were recalled because of a possible swallowing risk. Consumer Product Safety Commission officials said the items were sold on Amazon between 2023 and 2026.
Dog food recalled over possible salmonella contamination
The Food and Drug Administration said a voluntary recall was issued for Albright's Raw Pet Food Chicken Recipe for Dogs Complete and Balanced formula dog food sold to retailers in several states.
The Food and Drug Administration said a voluntary recall was issued for Albright's Raw Pet Food Chicken Recipe for Dogs Complete and Balanced formula dog food sold to retailers in several states.