Halloween 2024's most popular costumes predicted by NRF

A retail survey shows which Halloween costumes will be flying off the shelves this year for kids and adults. Do you know your costume yet?

Last full-size Kmart in US to close

The last full-size Kmart store in the continental U.S. is closing, marking the end of an era that had already ended years ago.

WA homebuying any easier after Federal Reserve rate cuts?

In August, Seattle saw the nation's third-largest spike in home prices. So, how will the fed's recent rate cut impact homebuying in the short and long term?

How the Fed's rate cut will impact auto loans

It will take a lot more than the single rate cut from the Fed to make a notable difference in auto loan rates. Since 2022, the higher rates have pushed the average new vehicle loan payment up $108 a month to $967, analysts found.

You can now get verified on Uber; here's why

Ride-booking company Uber announced it will now allow riders to get verified in response to driver feedback.

Kratom drink 'New Brew' banned in some states; here's why

The kratom-infused "New Brew" drink is gaining attention for its use of the controversial herb, banned in several U.S. states. Learn more about where it's banned and why.

Kroger, Albertsons prepare to make final federal court argument for merger

Over the course of the three-week hearing in Portland, Oregon, the two companies have insisted that merging would allow them to lower prices and more effectively compete with retail giants like Walmart and Amazon.

WA challenging proposed $25B Albertsons-Kroger merger in court

The state says the merger would raise prices and likely result in store closures. It wants to block the merger nationwide.

Target’s car seat trade-in is back: How to get your coupon

Target’s car seat trade-in event has already recycled millions of pounds of materials. Here’s how to participate and what you’ll get.

Spa pumps recalled after fires, fatality linked to product overheating

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Bestway are recalling over 866,000 AirJet and HydroJet Spa Pumps due to overheating risks that could ignite the plastic housing and cause fires.