New Biden administration proposal aims to drop overdraft fees to as little as $3

The cost to overdraw a bank account could drop to as little as $3 under a proposal announced by the White House, the latest move by the Biden administration to combat fees it says pose an unnecessary burden on American consumers, particularly those living paycheck to paycheck.

Menthol cigarette ban in the US? Here's the latest on the proposed FDA rule

U.S. health regulators are considering banning menthol cigarettes, a long-awaited plan that advocates say could save hundreds of thousands of lives but faced an unexpected delay last year.

72,000 kid bike helmets recalled over risk of head injury

Consumers who bought a Scouts Kid’s Bike Helmet should contact the manufacturer for a refund and throw it away.

How does cold weather affect electric vehicles?

Teslas and other electric vehicles may be the way of the future, but many EV owners are having trouble dealing with Chicago’s bitterly cold temperatures. Here's why.

Quaker Oats expands recall of certain products over salmonella risk

Quaker Oats, the famous oatmeal maker owned by PepsiCo, has expanded a recall for certain granola bars and cereal products issued in December over a possible salmonella contamination risk.

Quaker oats recall expands amid salmonella fears

Quaker has expanded a previous recall and added several new products following a concern over Salmonella.

Millions of anchor kits to prevent furniture from tipping over have been recalled

Officials said the plastic zip tie can break, leading to furniture that's anchored to the wall becoming detached. Here’s how to find out if a dresser you own was impacted in the recall.

UWM to sell chancellor's residence, part of cost-reduction effort

UW-Milwaukee is planning to sell the chancellor's residence as part of a larger effort to reduce costs and divest itself of properties that are no longer serving the university's best interests.

Walmart unveils AI, drone expansion plans to improve shopping experience

During Tuesday’s keynote at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, the nation’s largest retailer outlined its plan for ongoing innovation.

Jury duty phone scam uses threat of arrest if victim doesn't pay a fine, authorities warn

A jury duty phone scam has been making the rounds again, according to U.S. authorities. Here’s what actually happens if you’re called for jury duty and fail to appear.

American Airlines makes changes to frequent flyer program, boosting perks

American Airlines is making changes to its frequent flyer program, AAdvantage, adding benefits for its loyal travelers. Here's what you need to know.