Escrow payments rising nationwide with homeownership less attainable
Rising escrow payments are eating into Americans' budgets. Insurance premiums are driving costs up in several states, with 8% nationwide increase projected for 2026.
Rising escrow payments are eating into Americans' budgets. Insurance premiums are driving costs up in several states, with 8% nationwide increase projected for 2026.
Customer threatens to kill fast-food workers during heated dispute: 'She wanted her money back'
Paul's Drive In co-owner said threats against employees happen "pretty often" in the service industry.
Paul's Drive In co-owner said threats against employees happen "pretty often" in the service industry.
CDC reports first cruise norovirus outbreak this year, as nearly 90 people are infected
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed a norovirus outbreak aboard a cruise ship — the first one of the year that's been reported.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed a norovirus outbreak aboard a cruise ship — the first one of the year that's been reported.
Barbie launches 1st autistic doll: Where to buy and cost
Mattel has introduced its first autistic Barbie, expanding the company’s diversity-focused Fashionistas line.
Mattel has introduced its first autistic Barbie, expanding the company’s diversity-focused Fashionistas line.
Health officials warn of possible measles exposure at Philly airport, 30th Street Station
The Philadelphia Health Department is warning of possible measles exposure at two of the city's most popular transportation hubs.
The Philadelphia Health Department is warning of possible measles exposure at two of the city's most popular transportation hubs.
These states rank as the best to raise a family in 2026, data suggests
A new WalletHub analysis finds that some states offer significantly better conditions for raising a family than others.
A new WalletHub analysis finds that some states offer significantly better conditions for raising a family than others.
Chevy recalls over 80K vehicles related to defective pedestrian alert sound system
The recall affects certain 2025-2026 Chevy Equinox EV cars.
The recall affects certain 2025-2026 Chevy Equinox EV cars.
Missing sleep may take a hidden toll on your brain and longevity, research reveals
Insufficient sleep has higher mortality risk than bad diet and lack of exercise, study finds.
Insufficient sleep has higher mortality risk than bad diet and lack of exercise, study finds.
McDonald's bets on giant burgers, secret menus and nostalgia, with US rollout still uncertain
McDonald's is betting on bigger burgers, viral menu hacks and nostalgia to drive traffic in 2026, according to reports.
McDonald's is betting on bigger burgers, viral menu hacks and nostalgia to drive traffic in 2026, according to reports.
Superman comic once stolen from Nicolas Cage sells for record $15M
The comic sold for 10 cents when it came out in 1938.
The comic sold for 10 cents when it came out in 1938.
Frozen tater tots recalled across 26 states over possible plastic contamination
The recall covers certain Ore-Ida Tater Tots and Sysco Imperial Potato Tater Barrels.
The recall covers certain Ore-Ida Tater Tots and Sysco Imperial Potato Tater Barrels.
Samsung unveils 'world's largest' TV of its kind at 130 inches
The model features a gallery-inspired design intended to resemble a floating architectural window.
The model features a gallery-inspired design intended to resemble a floating architectural window.
Treasury confirms rollout of car loan tax break for US-assembled cars
The tax break allows up to $10,000 for an annual deduction on car loan interest.
The tax break allows up to $10,000 for an annual deduction on car loan interest.
Volvo recalls more than 400,000 cars related to rearview camera problem
Volvo’s recall impacts model vehicles manufactured between 2021 and 2025. Here’s what you need to know.
Volvo’s recall impacts model vehicles manufactured between 2021 and 2025. Here’s what you need to know.
New vehicle sales expected to decline in 2026; here's why
A new outlook from Cox Automotive projects that new vehicle sales are expected to slow.
A new outlook from Cox Automotive projects that new vehicle sales are expected to slow.
New study reveals the US airports where you need to arrive the earliest to avoid travel stress- See the list
When it comes to air travel, passengers need to take into account how early they should arrive at the airport taking into account parking, passenger volume, and security wait times. A new study reveals the U.S. airports where passengers need to arrive at the earliest to avoid trip disruptions.
When it comes to air travel, passengers need to take into account how early they should arrive at the airport taking into account parking, passenger volume, and security wait times. A new study reveals the U.S. airports where passengers need to arrive at the earliest to avoid trip disruptions.
These are the best cities for first-time homebuyers in 2026
A new study is listing the best markets for first-time homebuyers based on factors including affordability, availability, amenities and economic health.
A new study is listing the best markets for first-time homebuyers based on factors including affordability, availability, amenities and economic health.
These cities rank as the best places for active lifestyles in 2026, data finds
As Americans set New Year’s resolutions to exercise more and lose weight in 2026, a new WalletHub study highlights how city living can influence an active lifestyle.
As Americans set New Year’s resolutions to exercise more and lose weight in 2026, a new WalletHub study highlights how city living can influence an active lifestyle.
Here’s the 2026 Girl Scout Cookies lineup and key dates to know
Cookie lovers can rejoice: the 2026 Girl Scout cookie season has officially begun. This year's lineup includes the return of many fan favorites, and the addition of a brand new cookie.
Cookie lovers can rejoice: the 2026 Girl Scout cookie season has officially begun. This year's lineup includes the return of many fan favorites, and the addition of a brand new cookie.
January is the cheapest month to buy a home; here's how much you could save
January may be the best time to buy a home, according to a study. Here’s why and how much buyers could save.
January may be the best time to buy a home, according to a study. Here’s why and how much buyers could save.