US home prices hit another all-time high

The median U.S. home sale price soared to $397,954 in June, which was a nearly 5% increase from the year prior, Redfin data shows.

Tampons can contain toxic metals like lead and arsenic, study finds

Researchers found various concentrations of 16 types of metals, including toxic metals lead and arsenic, across all tampons they tested in a new study. Here's what else they found.

Chia seeds recalled as FDA issues highest possible risk level

The FDA has reclassified a recall of chia seeds as the highest risk of injury or death due to salmonella poisoning. 

Energy costs: These are the states paying the most, least

Energy costs are yet another thing eating a portion of consumer wallets, especially for those living in regions experiencing scorching summer temperatures.

This Walmart rival is gaining ground in the lowest-prices game

Kroger and Target, which usually trade off in the number two spot, have slightly "narrowed the gap with Walmart" -- but prices are dropping even more at another major chain.

Chipotle portions drama: Wells Fargo analyst exposes inconsistency

Chipotle Mexican Grill faces criticism for inconsistent burrito bowl portions after a Wells Fargo analyst's study revealed significant size variations across 75 orders, sparking social media backlash.

Are the new Costco rotisserie chicken bags safe?

In March 2024, Costco switched from hard plastic containers to flexible plastic bags for rotisserie chickens to reduce plastic use and emissions, but customers have raised concerns about leaks and potential chemical exposure from the hot chickens sitting directly in the plastic.

Fourth of July 2024 brings 'lowest holiday' gas prices

Drivers filling up their cars on the Fourth of July will encounter the "lowest holiday price" for a gallon of gas in three years, according to a projection from GasBuddy.

Suburban homeowner's property tax bill skyrockets from $1,800 to over $30K

A homeowner in unincorporated Chicago Heights is reeling after receiving a property tax bill that assessed his modest 1950s home at over $1 million.