French fry shortage blamed on winter weather

An iconic restaurant brand says some of its Asian stores are limiting customer’s fry orders due to the ongoing supply chain and recent weather issues in southwestern Canada.

LA city attorney warns of price gouging COVID test kits amid omicron surge

Amid reports of extremely expensive at-home COVID- 9 test kits being sold in Los Angeles, City Attorney Mike Feuer reminded the public to beware of price gouging and report the crime.

Supreme Court blocks COVID-19 vaccine mandate for US businesses

The Supreme Court has stopped the Biden administration from enforcing a requirement that employees at large businesses be vaccinated against COVID-19 or undergo weekly testing and wear a mask on the job.

Grocery stores out of stock? Expert says winter storms to blame

An expert with the Food Industry Association says winter storms have played a role in recent grocery shortages, and this weekend’s looming storms stand to make matters worse.

How to find at-home COVID-19 tests: Websites track availability as demand surges

At-home COVID tests are this year’s hottest item, and websites that normally keep track of everything from the elusive PS5 to children’s toys are now helping people find the test kits amidst a surge in demand.

Tesla recalls over 475,000 Model 3, Model S cars over safety issues

Tesla is recalling certain Model 3 and Model S vehicles sold in the U.S. over rear camera and trunk issues, the NHTSA said.

GasBuddy says $4 per gallon national average not out of the question in 2022

Gas price projections from GasBuddy say that $4 per gallon as a national average is a possibility for 2022, a signal that the economy is recovering from the pandemic.

Holiday sales climb 8.5% despite supply issues, omicron variant

Even as shoppers grappled with higher prices, product shortages and a raging new COVID-19 variant in the last few weeks of the holiday shopping season, sales rose at the fastest pace in 17 years.

Biden signs bill blocking Chinese goods made by forced labor

The Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act is the latest in a series of intensifying U.S. penalties against China for alleged abuses.

Dry shampoo, conditioner recall: P&G issues recall over benzene

Dozens of dry shampoos and conditioners from companies like Pantene, Herbal Essences and Aussie have been recalled by Procter & Gamble due to the presence of benzene.

Instacart reveals Americans' 2021 shopping trends

Instacart released their list of this year’s shopping trends, revealing what Americans ordered the most and when they wanted it.