TurboTax customers to receive checks in $141 million settlement

The company was ordered to pay $141 million to low-income consumers who were tricked into paying TurboTax to file their federal returns — despite being eligible for free tax services.

70% of Americans plan to retire, but 42% lack savings: Study

According to the survey, over half of respondents said they do not have a 401K or have or know what an IRA is.

Americans plan to spend 24% less on Mother’s Day this year due to inflation

A recent survey from Lending Tree finds that consumers will operate on a budget when shopping for Mother’s Day gifts because of the high prices.

Feds: Kids as young as 10 worked at McDonald's locations in Kentucky

A Labor Department investigation found one franchisee employed 24 kids under the age of 16 to work more hours than legally permitted and children sometimes worked as late as 2 a.m. but were not paid.

There are only 3 new cars priced under $20,000 now

The average new car price was $48,008 in March, according to Kelley Blue Book, a drop of $550 from the prior month.

First Republic Bank sold to JPMorgan Chase
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Regulators seized troubled First Republic Bank, making it the second-largest bank failure in U.S. history, and promptly sold all of its deposits and most of its assets to JPMorgan Chase in a bid to end the turmoil that has raised questions about the health of the U.S. banking system. LiveNOW's Andrew Craft spoke with Adam Kobeissi, editor-in-chief of thekobeissiletter.com, about JPMorgan Chase's takeover of First Republic bank. More LiveNOW from FOX streaming video

LEGO unveils new Star Wars sets ahead of May the 4th

New LEGO Star Wars sets and deals are available to celebrate the force in honor of May 4th, commonly known as Star Wars Day.

FDA warns against using eye drops with amniotic fluid

Manufacturers are marketing eye drops with amniotic fluid -- a liquid that surrounds an unborn baby during pregnancy -- to treat conditions without federal approval, the FDA said.

General Mills recalls Gold Medal flour varieties over Salmonella risk

The company is recalling Gold Medal flour products marked with the days March 27, 2024 and March 28, 2024 due to samples testing positive for Salmonella Infantis.

New home listings plunge over 22% in April, Redfin says

The drop in home listings this month was one of the biggest declines since the pandemic gripped the world in 2020, according to a new Redfin report.

Drugmaker Akorn goes bankrupt, recalls medicines for people, pets

The company terminated all employees at its US sites and discontinued its Quality program, leading to a voluntary recall of various products.

Target expands locked merchandise cases to hit back at shoplifting

One of the things Target has utilized to curb shoplifting is locked-up cases. A Target spokesperson says the company is taking a "multi-layered approach to combating theft."

Engagement ring sales fall sharply – blame COVID, jewelry giant says

Pandemic lockdowns ended many early relationships and led to a dramatic decline in dating overall, resulting in “the engagement gap that we’re still seeing today," industry executives said.

FDA approves first ever pill for fecal transplants

Currently, most fecal transplants are provided by a network of stool banks that have popped up at medical institutions and hospitals across the country.