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Supreme Court ruling against Trump tariffs will offer relief, business owners say

February 21, 2026February 22, 2026 · Finance

Business owners said that a Supreme Court ruling on Friday striking down sweeping U.S. tariffs could spell relief by lowering their costs and potentially leading to refunds. The…

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The latest GDP data isn’t as bad as it looks. Here’s what to know.

February 20, 2026February 21, 2026 · Finance

After humming along at a robust pace for much of 2025, the economy hit a wall in the fourth quarter, with a six-week government shutdown and slowdown in…

Read more The latest GDP data isn’t as bad as it looks. Here’s what to know.

Bayer proposes $7.2 billion settlement to resolve Roundup weedkiller cases

February 18, 2026February 18, 2026 · Finance

Bayer said on Tuesday that its Monsanto chemical subsidiary has proposed a $7.25 billion settlement to resolve lawsuits by customers alleging that its Roundup weedkiller product caused non-Hodgkin lymphoma.…

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Consumers and businesses paid nearly 90% of Trump tariffs in 2025, new analysis found

February 12, 2026February 15, 2026 · Finance

Almost all of President Trump’s tariffs last year were passed on to U.S. consumers and businesses in the form of higher costs, according to a new analysis from the…

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Trump administration moves to end

February 12, 2026February 16, 2026 · Finance

The Trump administration said it’s ending a credit for automakers that install a so-called “start/stop feature” in the vehicles, part of a broader rollback of environmental regulations to…

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Ford recalls some 119,000 vehicles due to engine block heater fire risk, NHTSA says

January 21, 2026January 21, 2026 · Finance

Ford is recalling roughly 119,000 vehicles because their engine block heaters have a defect that increases the risk of fire, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says. The…

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Weight loss drugs could save airlines money on fuel as Americans slim down

January 16, 2026January 17, 2026 · Finance

Airlines could have weight loss drug manufacturers to thank for savings if passengers become lighter, allowing carriers to spend less money on fuel. As GLP-1 medications for weight…

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Recall of Frigidaire minifridges sold at major retailers grows to nearly 1 million

January 16, 2026January 19, 2026 · Finance

Nearly 1 million Frigidaire-branded minifridges are now being recalled over potential fire hazard risk, as part of an expanded recall issued by a Canadian company last year. Curtis…

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What parents need to know about tracking their kids with GPS

January 15, 2026January 15, 2026 · San Francisco, California Local News

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) — If you track your children’s location using tech, you’re not alone. A 2024 survey by Pew Research Center found that one in four parents…

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What to know about

December 19, 2025December 19, 2025 · Minneapolis, Minnesota Local News

“Buy now, pay later” plans are becoming more popular for shoppers this holiday season. The popularity of companies that provide the option, including Klarna, Afterpay and Affirm, is…

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American Airlines stops offering miles and other rewards for basic economy fares

December 19, 2025December 21, 2025 · Finance

Members of American Airlines’ loyalty program will no longer earn miles or other travel rewards when purchasing a basic economy ticket.  People enrolled in the carrier’s AAdvantage program…

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The ultimate editor-approved holiday gift guide

November 24, 2025November 24, 2025 · Sacramento, California Local News

Know someone who lives in their kitchen. These delicious proof tools make mealtime simpler and make great gifts. I’m going to show you three amazing products, ones we’ve…

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The ultimate editor-approved holiday gift guide

November 24, 2025November 24, 2025 · Orlando, Florida Local News

Know someone who lives in their kitchen. These delicious proof tools make mealtime simpler and make great gifts. I’m going to show you three amazing products, ones we’ve…

Read more The ultimate editor-approved holiday gift guide

Target says it’s working with ChatGPT for AI-assisted shopping

November 19, 2025November 19, 2025 · Technology

Target on Wednesday said it’s working with OpenAI to let customers shop its products through ChatGPT, a move that comes as the retailer is struggling to convince inflation-weary consumers…

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Capitol Hill, White House focus on affordability with new policy initiatives

November 14, 2025November 14, 2025 · Sacramento, California Local News

From Capitol Hill to here at the White House, lawmakers are zeroing in on affordability. You could see it from the administration here in the last week, from…

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Rising turkey prices impact on Thanksgiving

October 22, 2025October 23, 2025 · Finance

Wholesale turkey prices are up about 40% from last year, according to the American Farm Bureau Federation. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O’Grady explains the impact on your…

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Your health insurance premiums are set to jump in 2026, with costs rising twice as fast as inflation

October 20, 2025October 21, 2025 · Detroit, Michigan Local News

Open enrollment — the annual window when employees can adjust their benefits — may deliver sticker shock this year. Workers are likely to pay between 6% to 7%…

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Some protein powders, shakes contain high levels of lead and other metals, Consumer Reports finds

October 15, 2025October 15, 2025 · Houston, Texas Local News

Some protein powders and shakes contain unsafe levels of lead, according to a Consumer Reports investigation.  In the report, published Tuesday, Consumer Reports analyzed 23 protein powders and…

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Inflation fears drive falling consumer sentiment in September

September 12, 2025September 12, 2025 · Detroit, Michigan Local News

New data shows Americans are feeling increasingly concerned about the state of the economy. A survey reveals that consumer sentiment fell in September for the second consecutive month.…

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Big crowds and big business at the Great Minnesota Get-Together

August 31, 2025September 1, 2025 · Minneapolis, Minnesota Local News

It’s not just the crowds that were big at the Great Minnesota Get-Together on Sunday. Angie Voight and Maddy Emanuel were seated next to their big prizes they won…

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