Self-checkout is here to stay. But it's going through a reckoning amid holiday season

The promise of self-checkout has meant that customers can avoid long lines by scanning and bagging their own items, workers can be freed of doing those tasks and retailers can save on labor costs.

Holiday debt hangover poised to be 'particularly nasty' this year, analyst says

While retail sales are strong, an industry economist is warning about about an uptick in usage for buy now, pay later services as consumers battle growing debt obligations.

300K air fryers recalled after burns reported

There are dozens of reports of the PowerXL air fryers breaking, including three that caused burns.

Holiday gift guide: Trending ideas for everyone on your list

Staring down a hefty holiday gift list? There’s something for everybody out there. Artisan gifts can be a hit. Head to Etsy to tap into the global handmade marketplace’s trends for the season.

Woman waits four hours to try McDonald's spinoff CosMc's, delivers verdict

The reviews are in: McDonald's spinoff CosMc's is officially open for business with customers enduring hours-long wait times to get their hands on a custom beverage and snack.

Nearly 2 million travel irons recalled due to fire, burn and shock risk

U.S. consumer safety officials said there have been dozens of reported incidents involving the Steamfast Home & Away Travel Steam Irons.

Temu accuses Shein of using 'mafia-style intimidation' of suppliers to restrict its growth

A complaint filed in federal court claims Shein called suppliers it believes to be working with Temu to its offices, detaining them for hours, seizing their phones and threatening to impose penalties for doing business with its rival.

Complaints from travelers about US airlines soars to record pace in 2023

Travelers experienced headaches with airlines this year, and here are some of the top grievances they expressed based on a new report.

Recall, warnings issued over toy magnetic balls after 7 deaths reported

The small magnetic balls in toy sets are stronger than permitted and can be swallowed, possibly leading to them becoming lodged in the digestive system, the CPSC said.

Amazon, Walmart and Target to stop selling certain water beads

Major retailers have stopped selling certain water beads after federal safety regulators warned that they pose serious safety risks.

'Sex and the City' iconic tutu worn by actress Sarah Jessica Parker is up for auction

A well-known clothing item from "Sex and the City" is going up for sale for a pretty penny. Character Carrie Bradshaw was seen wearing this unique skirt for seven years.

NY health officials confirm lead case tied to applesauce recall

Health officials in New York confirmed that a case of lead poisoning is linked to the recall of applesauce products. Three brands of apple cinnamon pouches were recalled last month.

Tesla autopilot recall: Over 2M vehicles need software fix of defective system

Tesla is recalling more than 2 million vehicles across its model lineup to fix a defective system that’s supposed to ensure drivers are paying attention when they use Autopilot.

U.S. economy: Analyzing November CPI report
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Jason Sorens with the American Institute for Economic Research joins LiveNOW's Andrew Craft to weigh in on the current state of the U.S. economy, including the latest CPI report.