Detroit gas giveaway: Vehicles line up for hours for free gas on city's west side
A free gas giveaway Wednesday morning on Detroit's west side has drivers lined up for blocks. More than 100 people were in line when the pumps opened at 6 a.m., with the owner hoping to help 200-250 drivers.
A free gas giveaway Wednesday morning on Detroit's west side has drivers lined up for blocks. More than 100 people were in line when the pumps opened at 6 a.m., with the owner hoping to help 200-250 drivers.
Oil prices plummet under $100 mark after Trump reveals US-Iran ceasefire
News of the temporary ceasefire between the United States and Iran immediately sent oil prices tumbling. Within minutes of President Donald Trump announcing an agreement had been reached, crude oil prices had fallen below the $100 mark.
News of the temporary ceasefire between the United States and Iran immediately sent oil prices tumbling. Within minutes of President Donald Trump announcing an agreement had been reached, crude oil prices had fallen below the $100 mark.
Southwest Airlines imposing new rules on portable chargers on flights
Southwest Airlines is cracking down on portable battery chargers with new rules limiting how many passengers can have and where they can store them.
Southwest Airlines is cracking down on portable battery chargers with new rules limiting how many passengers can have and where they can store them.
Ford recalls more than 420K vehicles due to windshield wiper failure
Ford Motor recalled 422,613 vehicles because of a windshield wiper malfunction.
Ford Motor recalled 422,613 vehicles because of a windshield wiper malfunction.
Toyota recalls 73K hybrid vehicles over pedestrian warning sound issue
Toyota is recalling more than 73,000 hybrid vehicles over a pedestrian warning sound issue, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Toyota is recalling more than 73,000 hybrid vehicles over a pedestrian warning sound issue, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Is tipping fatigue real? New report reveals highest (and lowest) tipping states
While many Americans bemoan the number of times they are asked to leave a tip, that does not seem to have made them much stingier when they are ordering food.
While many Americans bemoan the number of times they are asked to leave a tip, that does not seem to have made them much stingier when they are ordering food.
USDA retracts health alert for ready-to-eat chicken nuggets sold at Walmart due to possible lead contamination
On April 6, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) retracted this public health warning, saying further testing found no elevated lead levels. More information is available here.
On April 6, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) retracted this public health warning, saying further testing found no elevated lead levels. More information is available here.
Walmart Great Value Dino Nuggets lead warning retracted by USDA
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has pulled its public health alert about bags of dinosaur-shaped nuggets sold in Walmart stores.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has pulled its public health alert about bags of dinosaur-shaped nuggets sold in Walmart stores.
Corvette recall: GM pulls vehicles over faulty software issue
General Motors latest recall affects certain Chevrolet Corvette vehicles manufactured between 2025 and 2026.
General Motors latest recall affects certain Chevrolet Corvette vehicles manufactured between 2025 and 2026.
Michigan wedding caterer banned from industry for 5 years after dozens of complaints
In one instance, more than $6,000 in wedding catering services were paid out before Late to the Lake canceled on the client. No refund was given.
In one instance, more than $6,000 in wedding catering services were paid out before Late to the Lake canceled on the client. No refund was given.
Ditch the federal gas tax for a vehicle weight fee, auto trade group CEO says
Higher fuel efficiency and a lower share of gas-powered vehicles is a bad combination when it comes to paying to repair the nation’s infrastructure, the head of an auto industry trade group argues. In response, he suggests ditching the federal gasoline tax and replacing it with something else.
Higher fuel efficiency and a lower share of gas-powered vehicles is a bad combination when it comes to paying to repair the nation’s infrastructure, the head of an auto industry trade group argues. In response, he suggests ditching the federal gasoline tax and replacing it with something else.
Nearly 750K sauté pans recalled over metal caps that 'eject' when heated
Sauté pans sold at Costco, Walmart and Amazon are under recall because the metal cap on the screw that connects the pan to the handle can forcefully eject when heated.
Sauté pans sold at Costco, Walmart and Amazon are under recall because the metal cap on the screw that connects the pan to the handle can forcefully eject when heated.
Raw cheese maker recalls product “under protest" after FDA alert
A company that makes cheese from raw milk recalled several of its products after the Food and Drug Administration warned of a possible link to multiple E. coli cases.
A company that makes cheese from raw milk recalled several of its products after the Food and Drug Administration warned of a possible link to multiple E. coli cases.
These airlines are raising baggage fees amid rising fuel costs
Travelers are watching America’s biggest airlines to see which one will be the next to announce higher fees as jet fuel prices continue to soar.
Travelers are watching America’s biggest airlines to see which one will be the next to announce higher fees as jet fuel prices continue to soar.
Mortgage rates increasing again amid Iran war
The economic fallout from the war in Iran is driving up the cost of buying a home. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate increased this week to its highest level in nearly seven months - 6.46%.
The economic fallout from the war in Iran is driving up the cost of buying a home. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate increased this week to its highest level in nearly seven months - 6.46%.
Governor Whitmer's energy emergency may reduce gas prices as costs rise
Governor Gretchen Whitmer is taking a swing at stabilizing gas prices by declaring a statewide energy emergency. The executive order will ease certain regulations so gas stations can sell cheaper fuel.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer is taking a swing at stabilizing gas prices by declaring a statewide energy emergency. The executive order will ease certain regulations so gas stations can sell cheaper fuel.
Best markets for first-time homebuyers in 2026, according to data
Zillow analyzed data and found the top 10 markets for first-time homebuyers in the U.S.
Zillow analyzed data and found the top 10 markets for first-time homebuyers in the U.S.
CPSC tells consumers to stop using Apromise Portable Outdoor Grill Tables after several people lose fingers
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) sent a warning to consumers to stop using a portable outdoor grill because of the potential for finger amputation.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) sent a warning to consumers to stop using a portable outdoor grill because of the potential for finger amputation.
Amazon hiking some prices; blames higher fuel costs
Retailer Amazon will be adding a new 3.5% surcharge on third-party sellers starting this month. The change comes as a part of the rising energy cost as the conflict with Iran continues.
Retailer Amazon will be adding a new 3.5% surcharge on third-party sellers starting this month. The change comes as a part of the rising energy cost as the conflict with Iran continues.
Gas hits almost $10 a gallon in this coastal California community
Gas prices have been soaring, leading to a lot of pain at the pump, but a station in a scenic community along California’s coast just might take the cake, with premium gas going for $9.99 a gallon.
Gas prices have been soaring, leading to a lot of pain at the pump, but a station in a scenic community along California’s coast just might take the cake, with premium gas going for $9.99 a gallon.