McDonald's lawsuit claims McRib sandwich marketing misleads consumers: Reports
The lawsuit claimed McDonald's markets its limited-time McRib sandwich as being made of pork rib meat, citing the sandwich's name and shape.
The lawsuit claimed McDonald's markets its limited-time McRib sandwich as being made of pork rib meat, citing the sandwich's name and shape.
What is BYD? The company that's dethroned Tesla as world's biggest EV maker
In 2025, the automaker sold more than 2 million vehicles to topple Tesla as the biggest producer of electric vehicles.
In 2025, the automaker sold more than 2 million vehicles to topple Tesla as the biggest producer of electric vehicles.
Porsche recalls over 170,000 cars due to defective rearview camera
The recall covers certain Porsche vehicles manufactured between 2019 and 2025. Here's what you need to know.
The recall covers certain Porsche vehicles manufactured between 2019 and 2025. Here's what you need to know.
Saving for a down payment still a barrier for people looking to buy a home, Realtor.com says
An analysis by Realtor.com is forecasting homeownership in 2026 to be more affordable as mortgage rates decline. But saving for a down payment is still a barrier for many people looking to buy a home.
An analysis by Realtor.com is forecasting homeownership in 2026 to be more affordable as mortgage rates decline. But saving for a down payment is still a barrier for many people looking to buy a home.
California plastic bag ban in effect: What to know
Shoppers using food assistance programs remain exempt from the paper bag fee.
Shoppers using food assistance programs remain exempt from the paper bag fee.
Affordable Care Act subsidies expire, millions of Americans now faced with steep health insurance hikes
The Enhanced tax credits that have helped millions of Americans offset the cost of the Affordable Care Act health insurance for the last four years expired as 2025 came to a close.
The Enhanced tax credits that have helped millions of Americans offset the cost of the Affordable Care Act health insurance for the last four years expired as 2025 came to a close.
New California traffic laws in 2026: $1,000 fines, new red-light cameras
Starting in 2026, California drivers face stricter road safety mandates, including expanded "slow down and move over" requirements and intensified DUI penalties with longer probation terms.
Starting in 2026, California drivers face stricter road safety mandates, including expanded "slow down and move over" requirements and intensified DUI penalties with longer probation terms.
Mickey Rourke faces eviction over $59K unpaid rent debt from Los Angeles bungalow property
The three-bedroom home, built in 1926, is nearby the LA County Museum of Art and the Los Angeles Farmer’s Market.
The three-bedroom home, built in 1926, is nearby the LA County Museum of Art and the Los Angeles Farmer’s Market.
What’s open and closed on New Year’s Day 2026
Whether your stocking up on supplies or want to get an early start on new year's shopping, here's a list of what's open and closed in your area.
Whether your stocking up on supplies or want to get an early start on new year's shopping, here's a list of what's open and closed in your area.
Sprinkles Cupcakes closing all locations, founder and former owner confirms
founder and former owner of Sprinkles Cupcakes confirmed in an Instagram post Wednesday that the company is closing all its locations across the country.
founder and former owner of Sprinkles Cupcakes confirmed in an Instagram post Wednesday that the company is closing all its locations across the country.
IRS giving out major tax break for certain expenses in 2026: What you need to know
People who use their cars for work will be able to deduct more money per mile on their taxes in the new year.
People who use their cars for work will be able to deduct more money per mile on their taxes in the new year.
Ford recall: More than 40K Mustangs pulled over faulty headlight issue
The auto manufacturer’s recall affects certain 2025-2026 Mustang Mach-E vehicles.
The auto manufacturer’s recall affects certain 2025-2026 Mustang Mach-E vehicles.
SNAP junk-food purchase restrictions take effect Jan. 1 in five states, others to follow in 2026 — see where
The new year brings new restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients. On Jan. 1, five states are banning SNAP recipients from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.
The new year brings new restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients. On Jan. 1, five states are banning SNAP recipients from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.
Product recalls surge in 2025: Here are the top 10 products consumers were warned about
More than 350 consumer products were recalled this year, marking the highest in a decade.
More than 350 consumer products were recalled this year, marking the highest in a decade.
New Postal Service guidance on postmarks could affect ballot, tax deadlines
The U.S. Postal Service has finalized new rules clarifying that a postmark date does not always reflect when mail was first accepted.
The U.S. Postal Service has finalized new rules clarifying that a postmark date does not always reflect when mail was first accepted.
Dog biscuits recalled due to possible salmonella contamination
Dog biscuits sold in several states have been recalled due to possible salmonella contamination.
Dog biscuits sold in several states have been recalled due to possible salmonella contamination.
Ground beef recalled in 6 states due to potential E. coli contamination, USDA says
The affected beef products were distributed to six states, including California, Washington, and Pennsylvania.
The affected beef products were distributed to six states, including California, Washington, and Pennsylvania.
Why cheaper beef prices are still a long way off
It's going to be a while before consumers see any relief when it comes to beef prices.
It's going to be a while before consumers see any relief when it comes to beef prices.
Shoppers who purchased beef in certain years may be eligible for cash payment: See eligibility and how to file
Shoppers in several states may be eligible for part of an $87.5 million antitrust class action lawsuit settlement with several beef processors.
Shoppers in several states may be eligible for part of an $87.5 million antitrust class action lawsuit settlement with several beef processors.
New California laws in 2026 include plastic bag ban, food delivery refunds -- see the full list
Hundreds of new laws were approved this year in California, and many of them will take effect on Jan. 1, 2026.
Hundreds of new laws were approved this year in California, and many of them will take effect on Jan. 1, 2026.