Make six figures? Here’s how much you must earn to afford a house in 2024
New data shows how much money you need to make in order to comfortably afford a house in your city in 2024.
How 'endless shrimp' may have ended Red Lobster
Red Lobster faces potential bankruptcy after its "Ultimate Endless Shrimp" promotion, designed to boost customer traffic with its low price point, led to substantial financial losses and failed to improve the company's bottom line.
Let's a-go? Recall for sticky acceleration pedal – in this Mario Kart racer
JAKKS Pacific recalled about 17,500 of its Mario Kart ride-on racer cars after learning the battery-operated toy could cause a crash if the acceleration pedal is clogged with debris.
Bird flu in cows: 1 in 5 pasteurized milk samples had traces of virus, FDA says
One in five samples of pasteurized milk contained remnants of the bird flu virus that has infected dairy cows, the FDA said. Here’s what to know.
Southwest Airlines will stop flying to these airports as Boeing troubles weigh
Southwest reported a loss of $231 million, or 39 cents a share, for the quarter, becoming the latest carrier to face setbacks due to Boeing's issues.
Here's what it takes to be considered middle class in 2024 for each state
With inflation rising, some families who used to be "middle class" no longer fit in that category. Here are the cheapest and most expensive states and cities for 2024.
National Pretzel Day 2024: Here's where you can get a free pretzel
Friday, April 26 is National Pretzel Day – which will bring several delicious freebies at chains to celebrate.
Kristi Yamaguchi inspires Barbie's new Olympic figure skater doll
Yamaguchi, who became the first Asian American to win an individual figure skating gold medal, at the 1992 Winter Olympics, has been immortalized as a doll for Barbie's "Inspiring Women Series," Mattel announced Wednesday.
House flipping down nearly 30% as profits drop, data reveals
Gross profits on home flips sank in 2023, the real estate report revealed.
Ring camera lawsuit: customers to receive settlement funds
Ring customers may soon receive refunds following a lawsuit settlement, as announced by the Federal Trade Commission
DC Harris Teeter bans certain bags, now checking receipts to fight theft
Harris Teeter is the latest big box company forced to change their polices, responding to rampant theft in the District.
These salaried workers are now eligible for overtime pay
The Biden administration's new rule significantly expands overtime pay eligibility to millions of salaried workers in the U.S., setting higher income thresholds and updating salary limits every three years.
Primal Kitchen avocado oil recalled because glass bottles prone to breaking
Primal Kitchen avocado oil product is being recalled because “the glass may be prone to breakage, causing the product to spill,” an FDA notice says.
Foxtrot closes all locations in DC area
All Foxtrot locations across D.C., Chicago, Austin and Dallas closed abruptly Tuesday, according to the company.
'New Coke': Coca-Cola’s major marketing flop in 1985
This week is the anniversary of Coca Cola’s major marketing flop in 1985 – when they tried to discontinue the original flavor of Coke and use a new recipe. Hoarding, backlash and protests ensued.
Some Maryland residents are eligible to earn free $500. Here’s how.
A new program will give some Maryland residents a chance to earn $500 for free while boosting their credit scores at the same time.
National Cold Brew Day 2024: Where to get free coffee and other deals
Get perked up with some of these National Cold Brew Day deals and freebies.
Gas prices are rising again. Here are the cheapest, most expensive states
Why are gas prices going up? Here’s the national average for a gallon of gas, according to AAA, and other things to know.
Arlington County to see real estate tax increase
A heads-up in Virginia, Arlington County leaders approved its first real estate tax increase since Fiscal Year 2020.