Trump hitting Mexico with 5 percent tariff in response to migrants

WASHINGTON (AP) -- In a surprise announcement that could compromise a major trade deal, President Donald Trump announced Thursday that he is slapping a 5% tariff on all Mexican imports to pressure the country to do more to crack down on the surge of Central American migrants trying to cross the border.

Choosing, approving new emojis is more complicated than you think

It's almost impossible to go a day without seeing an emoji. There are the favorites, like the heart, prayer hands, and of course, the wink. But have you ever wondered where they come from?

Dollar Tree to sell alcohol at 1,000 of its stores across U.S.

Dollar Tree announced it will start selling alcohol at approximately 1,000 of its Family Dollar stores throughout the U.S.

US economy grew at solid 3.1% rate in Q1

The U.S. economy grew at a solid 3.1% rate in the first three months of the year, but much of that gain was based on temporary factors that will likely fade, leaving growth much slower in the current quarter.

Uber cracks down on riders who repeatedly misbehave

If you misbehave repeatedly while getting a ride from Uber, you could get booted off the app.

Bernie says he'll probably raise payroll, income taxes to pay for 'Medicare for All'

Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., specified Tuesday how he would pay for his "Medicare for All" program, which critics have lambasted for its cost and impact on the federal budget.

FIFA World Cup merchandise is selling well

Regardless of which team takes the FIFA World Cup, soccer stores in New York are scoring big when it comes to selling the sport's apparel.

Mega Millions swells to $444 million

With no winner in Tuesday evening's Mega Millions drawing, the jackpot has swelled to $444 million.

Apple releases its first iPod in 4 years

Apple has released the first iPod since 2015, and with a serious hardware upgrade. 

New Jersey sets new rules for microbreweries

New Jersey issued new rules for microbreweries Tuesday, several months after an initial attempt met with resistance from brewers who said their businesses would be hurt.

Bezos ex-wife pledges half her fortune to charity

MacKenzie Bezos, who finalized her divorce from Amazon founder and CEO Jeff Bezos earlier this year, is pledging to give away half her fortune to charity.

Restaurants, theme parks: Military and veteran discounts offered during month of May

As part of the month of honoring men and women in the military, there are deals at restaurants, free admission to museums, and even a price cut on Rosetta Stone language courses.

Authorities raid 247 Colorado homes growing black market pot

Authorities said Friday they raided hundreds of black market marijuana operations in Colorado that flouted the state's cannabis law by growing tens of thousands of plants in Denver-area homes and selling the drugs out of state.