Grocery stores out of stock? Expert says winter storms to blame

An expert with the Food Industry Association says winter storms have played a role in recent grocery shortages, and this weekend’s looming storms stand to make matters worse.

How to find at-home COVID-19 tests: Websites track availability as demand surges

At-home COVID tests are this year’s hottest item, and websites that normally keep track of everything from the elusive PS5 to children’s toys are now helping people find the test kits amidst a surge in demand.

Inflation surges in December to highest rate since 1982

Prices paid by U.S. consumers jumped 7% in December from a year earlier, the highest inflation rate since 1982 and the latest evidence that rising costs for food, rent and other necessities are heightening the financial pressures on America's households.

Contact 6 helps viewers save nearly $438,000 in 2021
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A record-setting year proves that Contact 6 is as effective as ever. But, for the Contact 6 team, it?s not just about the money saved in 2021.

Electric space heater safety tips to prevent fires, other hazards

Electric space heaters are often used when the weather turns cold, but they also cause many house fires in the U.S. Here are safety tips to prevent such hazards.

New Year’s Day: Which stores, restaurants will be closed?

Many grocery stores, drug stores, gas stations and restaurants will have limited hours on New Year’s Day, and some businesses will even be closed.

Accused Cudahy auto parts seller scores wins at trial
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A used auto parts seller in Cudahy accused of deceiving consumers emerges from trial largely victorious.

Tesla recalls over 475,000 Model 3, Model S cars over safety issues

Tesla is recalling certain Model 3 and Model S vehicles sold in the U.S. over rear camera and trunk issues, the NHTSA said.

GasBuddy says $4 per gallon national average not out of the question in 2022

Gas price projections from GasBuddy say that $4 per gallon as a national average is a possibility for 2022, a signal that the economy is recovering from the pandemic.

Holiday shoppers grab deals at Corners of Brookfield

Shoppers were on a mission Sunday, Dec. 26, focused on spending Christmas cash or taking advantage of deep discounts.

Holiday sales climb 8.5% despite supply issues, omicron variant

Even as shoppers grappled with higher prices, product shortages and a raging new COVID-19 variant in the last few weeks of the holiday shopping season, sales rose at the fastest pace in 17 years.