From bassets to bolonki: American Kennel Club adds 3 new breeds
The AKC recognizes 205 breeds, including these three newcomers.
The AKC recognizes 205 breeds, including these three newcomers.
What is BYD? The company that's dethroned Tesla as world's biggest EV maker
In 2025, the automaker sold more than 2 million vehicles to topple Tesla as the biggest producer of electric vehicles.
In 2025, the automaker sold more than 2 million vehicles to topple Tesla as the biggest producer of electric vehicles.
More people moved away from these states than anywhere else in 2025, data shows
Last year, Americans made the transition out of certain states for new places to call home. See the list.
Last year, Americans made the transition out of certain states for new places to call home. See the list.
Porsche recalls over 170,000 cars due to defective rearview camera
The recall covers certain Porsche vehicles manufactured between 2019 and 2025. Here's what you need to know.
The recall covers certain Porsche vehicles manufactured between 2019 and 2025. Here's what you need to know.
TSA’s 2026 Canine Calendar spotlights the canine heroes keeping US airports safe - See the featured dogs
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is once again honoring its canine teams with the unleashing of the 2026 Canine Calendar.
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is once again honoring its canine teams with the unleashing of the 2026 Canine Calendar.
List: Take these dates off to maximize your vacation time in 2026
The amount of time off workers earn varies by company, but here are some ways to utilize your PTO for extended breaks this year.
The amount of time off workers earn varies by company, but here are some ways to utilize your PTO for extended breaks this year.
Sprinkles Cupcakes closing all locations, founder and former owner confirms
founder and former owner of Sprinkles Cupcakes confirmed in an Instagram post Wednesday that the company is closing all its locations across the country.
founder and former owner of Sprinkles Cupcakes confirmed in an Instagram post Wednesday that the company is closing all its locations across the country.
America 250: Big events across the country to have on your radar for 2026
As the United States prepares to mark its 250th anniversary in 2026, museums and historic sites are launching exhibitions and events that reflect on the nation’s history, democratic values, and global influence.
As the United States prepares to mark its 250th anniversary in 2026, museums and historic sites are launching exhibitions and events that reflect on the nation’s history, democratic values, and global influence.
Oak Harbor, WA cancels 2025 New Year's Eve fireworks show
Oak Harbor’s annual New Year’s Eve fireworks show has been canceled, according to a Dec. 29 post from the city’s Chamber of Commerce.
Oak Harbor’s annual New Year’s Eve fireworks show has been canceled, according to a Dec. 29 post from the city’s Chamber of Commerce.
Ford recall: More than 40K Mustangs pulled over faulty headlight issue
The auto manufacturer’s recall affects certain 2025-2026 Mustang Mach-E vehicles.
The auto manufacturer’s recall affects certain 2025-2026 Mustang Mach-E vehicles.
SNAP junk-food purchase restrictions take effect Jan. 1 in five states, others to follow in 2026 — see where
The new year brings new restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients. On Jan. 1, five states are banning SNAP recipients from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.
The new year brings new restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients. On Jan. 1, five states are banning SNAP recipients from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.
MN distributor recalls hundreds of food, drugstore products after rodent, feces contamination
The FDA says the facility was operating under insanitary conditions after finding the presence of rodents, rodent urine and bird droppings in areas where medical devices, drugs, human food, pet food and cosmetic products were held.
The FDA says the facility was operating under insanitary conditions after finding the presence of rodents, rodent urine and bird droppings in areas where medical devices, drugs, human food, pet food and cosmetic products were held.
El Pollo Loco opens first WA location in Kent
Western Washington is no longer a pollo desert.
Western Washington is no longer a pollo desert.
Seattle’s most anticipated new openings in 2026
From the return of a beloved bookstore to major restaurant debuts, 2026 is shaping up to be a milestone year for Seattle openings.
From the return of a beloved bookstore to major restaurant debuts, 2026 is shaping up to be a milestone year for Seattle openings.
Outback Steakhouse sued after toilet shatters, injures man
A Florida man has filed a lawsuit against Outback Steakhouse, alleging he suffered severe injuries after a handicapped toilet seat suddenly shattered and collapsed beneath him.
A Florida man has filed a lawsuit against Outback Steakhouse, alleging he suffered severe injuries after a handicapped toilet seat suddenly shattered and collapsed beneath him.
Winter storms hamper post-Christmas holiday travel
While many people are returning home from Christmas, weather is throwing a wrench in many travel plans, as winter storms sweep across the Midwest and Northeast U.S.
While many people are returning home from Christmas, weather is throwing a wrench in many travel plans, as winter storms sweep across the Midwest and Northeast U.S.
Why cheaper beef prices are still a long way off
It's going to be a while before consumers see any relief when it comes to beef prices.
It's going to be a while before consumers see any relief when it comes to beef prices.
US-2 partially reopens near Stevens Pass, restoring access to WA ski resort
A section of Highway 2 partially reopened Monday near Stevens Pass, restoring limited access to the ski area after flooding and mudslides closed the route.
A section of Highway 2 partially reopened Monday near Stevens Pass, restoring limited access to the ski area after flooding and mudslides closed the route.
Shoppers who purchased beef in certain years may be eligible for cash payment: See eligibility and how to file
Shoppers in several states may be eligible for part of an $87.5 million antitrust class action lawsuit settlement with several beef processors.
Shoppers in several states may be eligible for part of an $87.5 million antitrust class action lawsuit settlement with several beef processors.
US-2 reopens in WA: Stevens Pass welcomes back skiers, snowboarders
After weeks of flooding and damaged roadways, US-2 partially reopened on Monday, finally restoring access for skiers and snowboarders at Stevens Pass.
After weeks of flooding and damaged roadways, US-2 partially reopened on Monday, finally restoring access for skiers and snowboarders at Stevens Pass.