Local food safety attorney calls for investigation of Boar's Head listeria outbreak

In a recent interview, renowned food safety attorney Bill Marler expressed grave concerns over a listeria outbreak linked to Boar's Head meat products, which has resulted in 57 illnesses, 57 hospitalizations, and nine deaths.

Turn your pumpkin spice obsession into a $1,000 side hustle

FinanceBuzz, a personal finance platform, is offering $1,000 and a $500 Trader Joe’s gift card to a "pumpkin spice pundit" who will taste-test over 20 fall-themed products.

Map: US states where grocery prices have risen the most

While inflation is easing slightly, grocery prices still remain high, and the issue appears to hit some states harder than others.

Toyota recalls over 43,000 vehicles for faulty tow hitch cover

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported that the tow hitch cover, which is attached to the rear bumper, may detach and become a road hazard.

FDA says smokers under 30 now have to show ID for tobacco

The FDA has announced new rules raising the minimum age for certain tobacco sales restrictions, further strengthening efforts to prevent underage access to tobacco products. These changes, effective September 30, 2024, build on the 2019 legislation that increased the federal minimum age for purchasing tobacco products from 18 to 21.

Maryland city will pay you $20,000 to move there

A city in Maryland is offering a $20,000 incentive to get new residents to move there.

Boar’s Head listeria outbreak: death toll climbs to 9, CDC says

At least nine people have died after being infected with listeria from Boar’s Head deli meats tied to a massive recall last month, federal health officials said Wednesday. 

New tech tracks homebuyers real interests
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New technology is bringing light to what homebuyers are actually looking at during house tours.

AG Ferguson files rent price fixing lawsuit against RealPage

The national movement has origins in Seattle, starting with a class action lawsuit on behalf of Seattle renters.

Waiting for mortgage rates to fall? Why experts say it won't make a difference

Potential U.S. home buyers and sellers have kept a sharp eye on mortgage rates, which have contributed to the affordability crisis in the market. 

Peloton to charge sizable 'activation fee' with used equipment

Peloton will begin collecting the new one-time fee from people who acquire their equipment through secondary sales not conducted by "Peloton-owned channels or any of our third-party distribution partners."

Jolly Rancher popsicles recalled due to possible milk contamination

More than 100,000 cases of Popsicle Jolly Rancher Frozen Confection products have been recalled due to the presence of milk. Two cases of allergic reactions to the popsicles were reported.