Michigan gas prices soar above national average

And just like that, high gas headlines have returned to Michigan following another 19-cent jump in prices from a week ago - nearly half a dollar above the national average.

Michigan commission orders audit of DTE, Consumers power outage and safety compliance

The Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) is ordering DTE Energy and Consumers Energy to report their power outage and safety compliance in an effort to reduce the number of outages and protect people from downed wires.

OPEC+ approves sharp cut in oil output; gas prices could rise

OPEC+ said the decision was based on the “uncertainty that surrounds the global economic and oil market outlooks.”

Requested a late-filing tax extension? The deadline is looming closer

The IRS is urging Americans who received a late-filing extension to submit their 2021 tax returns before the Oct. 17 deadline.

Christmas tree growers in US predict stocked supply this year, but with higher prices

Like most consumer goods this year, Christmas tree growers in the survey said wholesale prices are likely to increase a bit in 2022 — citing a jump in their own input costs.

Baby formula shortage: US to allow long-term foreign imports to prevent repeat

For decades, the U.S. formula industry has been dominated by a handful of companies, excluding similar products from overseas. A new plan will change that.

Hefty announces pumpkin spice-scented garbage bags

Ever wanted your garbage to smell like fall? Well, Hefty is here to make all your pumpkin spice-scented dreams come true.

Costco CFO says hot dog combo price might remain $1.50 forever

Costco CFO Richard Galanti said the company's gas and travel sectors allowed the company to make up for loss at the food court.

Gas prices at the pump worsen, an expert from Triple A knows why

On Greenfield in Southfield, drivers are paying up to $4.39 per gallon of regular unleaded. That’s above average — even for Metro Detroit, where the average price is $4 a gallon.

New rule will reveal 'true cost' of airline tickets, White House says

President Joe Biden plans to announce a new initiative that would eventually allow consumers to see a more complete price on airline tickets before they buy them.

Macy's hiring 41K seasonal workers for the holidays

Macy's plans to hire 41,000 full and part-time seasonal workers for the upcoming holiday season. Over 10,300 seasonal workers in 2021 joined the company full-time.

Butter shortage drives up prices ahead of holiday baking season

The average price of butter in August jumped 24.6% compared to a year ago, U.S. labor statistics show. Here’s what is driving the increase.

Metro Detroit gas prices return to $4 a gallon

Is Michigan's honeymoon for falling gas prices over? Prices had fallen for 98 straight days before this uptick.