St. Pete leaders want management review of billing department amid high water bill issues
After months of complaints about irregularly high water bills, a St. Petersburg City Council committee has selected the billing and collections department for a formal management evaluation.
IRS direct deposit stimulus in October? Here’s what we know
Rumors are circulating online about an IRS direct deposit stimulus payment hitting bank accounts in October or before year’s end. Are they true?
UPS may begin disposing of imported packages over customs issues
UPS may begin "disposing of" imported packages if they cannot clear U.S. customs regulations amid rapidly shifting import rules and requirements.
Chocolate prices are scary this Halloween; here's what's driving it
Chocolate lovers will face higher chocolate prices this coming Halloween period. Here’s what we know.
Pressure cookers sold at major grocery chain recalled after customers suffer severe burns
More than 46,000 pressure-cookers are being recalled following several reports of burn injuries, according to a federal regulatory agency.
Shipping holiday packages costing more this year as US Postal Service temporarily increases prices
If you’re planning to ship holiday packages, you’ll be paying more as the Postal Service has implemented temporary price changes for some package services.
Verizon blames outage on "acts of vandalism" in Los Angeles area
Verizon customers across the U.S., but especially along the West Coast, reported problems with their phone service Friday morning. The company now says vandals in Southern California were to blame.
Hyundai recalling over 135,000 vehicles due to fire risk
The recall covers certain model 2024-2025 Hyundai Santa Fe cars that have faulty starter motor covers that may short circuit in crashes.
That latte or cappuccino could get more expensive as coffee prices continue to rise
Americans are paying more for their coffee as prices are near record levels.
Record prices on gold bring sellers, investors to Bay Area jewelers
The price of gold has smashed through $4,000 an ounce for the first time on record, with silver racing toward $50/oz. amid safe-haven buying and policy shifts that favor industrial metals.
Ybor City business keeping Cuban culture alive with its hand-rolled cigars
In Ybor City, the smell of hand-rolled cigars has been part of the air for more than a century.
Grocery bills are most expensive in these major cities, analysis finds
Grocery prices are a big financial stressor for many Americans, and here are the major cities that may be feeling the pinch the most.
Toyota recalls nearly 400,000 cars over rearview camera issue
The recall covers 2022-2025 Toyota Tundras and Tundra hybrids and 2023-2025 Sequoia hybrids.
Certain Blue Apron, Marley Spoon meals alerted for Listeria risk
An ingredient in certain Blue Apron and Marley Spoon ready-to-eat meals was flagged for a Listeria risk.
Social Security recipients getting double payments this October; here's why
The Social Security Administration sends some benefits early when the 1st falls on a weekend or holiday. Here’s which recipients will get a double payment this month.
HelloFresh meals recalled for possible listeria contamination
Consumers who bought the recalled HelloFresh products are encouraged to throw them away.
Busch Light will give you 19 years of beer — if you do this one thing
Busch Light is celebrating the return of its iconic Hunting Cans with a nationwide sweepstakes that takes fandom to a new level.
Bartenders noticing lack of tips from Gen Z drinkers, they say
Some bartenders are saying the youngest drinkers are the ones tipping less frequently at bars and restaurants than others.
Kroger recalls deli pasta salads across 28 states over potential listeria contamination
Grocery giant Kroger has issued a voluntary recall of two of its deli pasta salads sold in dozens of states due to concerns over potential listeria bacteria contamination.
Chicken corn dogs recalled from Foster Poultry Farms
Tens of millions of pounds of corn dog products have been recalled since September over the concern. Here's the brand in the latest batch.