295K pounds of raw beef recalled over possible E. coli concerns

A meat processor in Omaha, Nebraska, has recalled over 295,000 pounds of raw beef that could be contaminated with E. coli, the USDA said.

Amazon's sales growth slows as pandemic shopping surge eases

Amazon's posted better-than-expected profits for the second quarter. But it delivered sales results that came in short of expectations.

Back-to-school shopping is getting pricier

This year, families are likely to spend more on back-to-school shopping than in recent years, according to the National Retail Federation.

McCormick recalls 3 seasonings over salmonella concern

McCormick & Co. is recalling some of its Perfect Pinch Italian Seasoning, Culinary Italian Seasoning and Frank’s RedHot Buffalo Ranch Seasoning.

New York housing market could be cooling off

New data show sales of newly built homes dropped in June to the lowest since the first month of the coronavirus pandemic

Federal regulators move to give Americans freedom to repair consumer electronics

Federal regulators are moving to give consumers freedom to repair their broken cellphones, computers, videogame consoles and even tractors themselves, or to use independent repair shops.

Passport scams on the rise due to massive processing backlog, BBB warns

As many as 2 million Americans are eagerly awaiting their passports to be issued or renewed by the U.S. State Department, and the processing backlog is creating an opportunity for scammers to take advantage of impatient travelers.

Long Island commercial real estate activity in a lull

A recent report by Avison Young found leasing volume has fallen 42% below the 20-year annual average.

Pop-up shops filling empty storefronts across the U.S.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we're starting to see pop-up shops appearing year-round to fill empty storefronts.