Mercedes recalls nearly 324K vehicles in US due to engine stalling

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says in documents posted Thursday that water can accumulate in the spare tire wheel well and damage the fuel pump control unit.

Hyundai, Kia owners face threat of theft due to social media challenge

Kia and Hyundai owners across the country are fed up. This year some cities have seen a sharp rise in theft of these vehicles. In Minneapolis, police say it’s all because of a social media challenge. 

Here's the top tech being unveiled at CES 2023

The Las Vegas show is getting back to normal after going completely virtual in 2021 and seeing a significant drop in 2022 attendance because of the pandemic.

Unusual stretch of warm weather has potential to slow maple syrup production

Production of the sugar confectionery is highly dependent on weather patterns, and experts say when temperatures remain above freezing, it could ultimately lead to less productive trees.

Sony says the PlayStation 5 shortage is finally over

After its release in November 2020, the Playstation 5 quickly became one of the most in-demand and hard-to-find game consoles on the market.

Texas and Florida remain top destinations for movers in 2022, U-Haul says

A U-Haul analysis of more than two million one-way trips in 2022 found that Texas and Florida ranked as the top two destinations for movers last year.

Here's when Social Security payments with 2023 COLA increase will arrive

Millions of Social Security recipients will start getting an 8.7% boost in their benefits this month. The payment date depends on the recipient's birthday.

Inflatable paddleboards sold at Costco recalled due to drowning hazard

The glue on the inflatable paddleboards can separate at the seams and the boards can deflate unexpectedly, "posing a drowning hazard," officials said.

ZLINE gas ranges sold at Lowe's, Home Depot recalled over carbon monoxide danger

About 28,000 ZLINE gas ranges are being recalled because the oven can release “dangerous levels” of carbon monoxide while in use, which can cause illness or death, officials said.

Hershey sued for allegedly selling lead and cadmium-filled dark chocolate

A New York man filed a class action lawsuit against Pennsylvania-based Hershey for selling dark chocolate filled with lead and cadmium, according to reports.

How Covid impacts consumer spending
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As waves of Covid have hit the United States since 2020, LiveNOW from FOX talks about how this has been impacting consumer spending.

Real estate in 2023: Best, worst locations to move to in the new year

Experts offer insights into what parts of the country are best to move to if you're looking to get the most bang for your buck. Renters, meanwhile, will be in their "strongest negotiating position."

These carmakers had the most recalls in 2022: See if your car is on the list

The highway safety administration issued hundreds of recalls this year, some even warning owners not to drive their vehicles. Here's how to see if yours is on the list.

Some families going into debt to visit Walt Disney World, new study finds

A new study shows that some families are willingly going into debt to visit Walt Disney World in Orlando, with dining and ticket prices higher than what many had initially anticipated or budgeted for. However, 71% of those surveyed don't regret incurring debt for their Disney vacations and memories.

How high gas prices could rise by spring

A new projection from GasBuddy suggests that gas prices will decrease next year after record highs in 2022, but they could still hit $4 per gallon by May.

Company recalling blood pressure pills because of potential impurity presence

The potential presence of a nitrosamine impurity has prompted Lupin Pharmaceuticals to issue a recall of some blood pressure medication, per an announcement.