Child care cost the most in these states in 2024, analysis found

The steep cost of child care in America is weighing on parents all over the country, but those in these particular states were found to feel the pinch the most.

These are the best cities to raise a family in 2025, study finds

A new study has listed the best cities for raising a family based on metrics including cost of housing, quality of local schools and opportunities for fun.

Best cities for new college grads to rent

Realtor.com has released a list of the top 10 most affordable U.S. cities for recent college graduate.

US kids of divorce earn less, face more teen pregnancy and jail: study

A new study finds that children whose parents divorce before age 5 face reduced earnings as adults and increased chances of teen pregnancy and incarceration—consequences tied to financial loss, relocation, and diminished parental involvement.

Pepsi knocked out of America's top selling soft drinks

Many Americans already have strong opinions on the Coca-Cola vs. Pepsi debate, and now another soft drink has entered the chat.

Dolly Parton is launching a frozen food line

Country music icon Dolly Parton is expanding her retail food line with the launch of a menu of frozen meals.

McDonald's to extend summer hours amid hiring surge

McDonald's is extending its operating hours at most U.S. locations starting this summer amid an earlier decision to hire more than 300,000 workers.

Oysters recalled for possible norovirus contamination

The FDA has alerted restaurants and food retailers in several states that they may have purchased oysters that could be contaminated with norovirus.

McDonald’s is closing those experimental CosMc’s restaurants

McDonald’s is closing all CosMc’s locations by June, ending its pilot of a snack-and-sip concept. But the chain says drinks like the turmeric spiced latte and frozen sour cherry energy will be tested at regular McDonald’s stores.

Chicken soup cups recalled due to undeclared wheat allergen

The USDA has issued a health alert for mislabeled chicken soup cups that contain undeclared wheat, a known allergen. The product was sold in Texas, Utah, and Washington.

More Americans are choosing to live a childfree life, study finds

A new study reveals a growing number of Americans are choosing not to have kids – highlighting a growing shift in family planning.