Keep your home cool this summer
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Weather experts are predicting another scorcher of a summer for many parts of North America.

Company recalls 190,000 portable chargers following fire on plane

The VRURC portable charges were recalled due to a fire risk related to a "manufacturing condition" that could cause some to overheat to the point of ignition.

South Milwaukee American Legion Post building for sale

American Legion Post 27 in South Milwaukee, open for 104 years, is selling its building. The post commander said they'll remain devoted to serving others.

Tesla autopilot probe: Company providing more info to US regulators

U.S. automobile safety regulators are zeroing in on changes that Tesla has made to its Autopilot partially automated driving system including how it makes sure drivers pay attention and how it detects and responds to objects.

Medicare beneficiaries' unwanted COVID tests
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Unwanted boxes of COVID-19 tests and fraudulent charges to Medicare prompted one Franklin woman to write to Contact 6.

Mini corn dogs recalled for possible spoilage

The problem was discovered after some consumers complained that the product had an odor, off appearance and unpleasant taste.

Bose recalling 884K speakers over potential fire risk

The recall of the 884,000 bass modules stems from the potential fire hazard that could arise if electrical parts inside them fail, according to an alert from the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). It was announced on Thursday.

Online retailer Overstock to rebrand itself as Bed Bath & Beyond

The online retailer Overstock is dumping its name. Here's how Bed Bath & Beyond will live on for consumers in the U.S. and Canada.

Most pickup trucks ‘fall short’ in rear seat safety, new study finds

“All these things tell us that the rear seat belts need improvement,” the president of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety wrote.

Homeownership is the new hot wedding gift

Newlyweds are asking for cash to help with buying their first house in lieu of more traditional wedding presents.

Celebrate 4th of July with these food freebies and deals

Americans can enjoy Independence Day 2023 with various free food and drink deals across the country. Here's a roundup of some being offered.

Costco cracks down on its membership sharing polices

The retailer revealed it will tighten its membership polices in response to its self-service checkout expansion.

Cash App issue causes some to be double charged, company says

Cash App said it was notifying customers who were double charged the amount of their transaction and would refund anyone impacted by the issue.