Puppies at home on the carpet

Get 50% off an end table kennel and more at Amazon’s Pet Day sale

Kaitlin Gates  |  May 2, 2023

At Amazon's Pet Day sale, you can pick up some great deals, like 40% off a Shark robot vacuum or 60% off a deshedding tool.

Man at gas station filling gasoline

Summer usually means higher gas prices, but this year may be different

Scripps News  |  May 1, 2023

Some good news from AAA on gas prices this summer: Filling up at the pump might not be as painful as it was in previous years.

Candy company owner donates 133,000 Rum and Butter bars to charities, churches and fire departments

Kathleen St. John  |  April 28, 2023

After pandemic supply issues left her with a huge stock of candy bars she couldn't sell to stores, a candy shop owner had to get creative.

7-Eleven’s Bring Your Own Cup Day 2023 is this weekend

Kaitlin Gates  |  April 26, 2023

Slurpee fans, get ready: Bring Your Own Cup Day returns for one day only this weekend, allowing patrons to fill any cup they bring for $1.99.

You can buy an island for about $185,000

Scripps News  |  April 26, 2023

Barlocco Island is located off the southern coast of the Scottish mainland and only accessible by boat during high tide.

Life at Sea cruise ship

Cruise company wants remote workers to work from sea for 3 years

Taylor Kuether  |  April 25, 2023

The cruise company is targeting remote workers for a 135-country cruise aboard which passengers can work their remote jobs the whole time. 

Walmart sign on store

Walmart is giving away 20,000 Walmart+ memberships to new moms

Marie Rossiter  |  April 25, 2023

Walmart will be giving away the free memberships, which normally cost $98, to moms who have just given birth in hospitals in May.

How to get a free crispy chicken sandwich at Wendy’s right now

Kaitlin Gates  |  April 25, 2023

Wendy's is offering a new deal every week for the next few weeks, but you'll need to download the app to get these freebies.

Sam’s Club has 100 roses for $109.98 for Mother’s Day

Kaitlin Gates  |  April 25, 2023

You can choose between red, hot pink and rainbow (a mix of five colors), and the purchase comes with with a vase.

IKEA store

Ikea could owe you money from a class action settlement

Bridget Sharkey  |  April 25, 2023

Ikea customers who shopped at the store from late 2017 through 2019 may be entitled to a small sum as a result of a class action lawsuit.

Lyft to lay off around 1,200 people to cut costs

Scripps News  |  April 24, 2023

Lyft, which has for years trailed its competitor Uber, had invested in food delivery and its ride-hailing business before things took a turn.

Bed Bath & Beyond files for bankruptcy protection amid struggles

Scripps News  |  April 24, 2023

The company says Bed Bath & Beyond and buybuy BABY stores and websites are still open and serving customers.

Ikea store

Ikea plans to invest billions U.S. market, including new stores

Marie Rossiter  |  April 21, 2023

Ikea's U.S. expansion will add more stores and more jobs as the company continues to offer affordable flat-pack furniture.

Woman holds smartphone showing Facebook

Facebook users can get a piece of its $725 million privacy payout

Scripps News  |  April 20, 2023

Anyone who had a Facebook account between May 24, 2007, and Dec. 22, 2022, can sign up to receive a share of the settlement payment.

Apple unveils high-yield savings account with 4.15% interest rate

Scripps News  |  April 18, 2023

The account is fully integrated into the Apple Wallet app, making it easy for users to track their savings progress.

Woman watches TV at home

Google TV now has more than 800 free channels to watch

Kaitlin Gates  |  April 18, 2023

Google TV is now integrating more than 800 channels from multiple providers and making them accessible in one place for ease of use.

Amazon will start charging for returns that go through UPS stores

Marie Rossiter  |  April 18, 2023

If you want to ship your return to Amazon through UPS when other free options are closer, you'll have to pay a small fee.

A/V carts recalled after three children killed

Bridget Sharkey  |  April 17, 2023

The carts were sold as early as the 1980s, and are typically loaded with heavy items such as box televisions, making them prone to tip over.

If you can find a meteorite in Maine, you’ll get a $25,000 reward

Scripps News  |  April 14, 2023

The Maine Mineral and Gem Museum said the first person to bring a 1-kilogram (2.2-pound) specimen from the event can claim the reward.

ChatGPT users can make up to $20K with Bug Bounty Program

Scripps News  |  April 13, 2023

The program went live Tuesday and offers users between $200 and $20,000, depending on the severity of the issues they find and report.

This cruise line offers an unlimited annual pass for $899

Kathleen St. John  |  April 12, 2023

With a new annual pass, you can take a 3-day, 2-night trip on the Margaritaville at Sea's Paradise to Grand Bahama Island anytime you want.

Credit cards fanned out on table

Consumer debt reached record levels in February

Scripps News  |  April 12, 2023

Consumer debt hit $4.82 trillion in February, a $15 billion increase in just one month according to the Federal Reserve.

Disney World to resume sales of annual passes this month

Scripps News  |  April 11, 2023

Disney paused sales of the annual pass in 2021 during the height of the pandemic, though previous pass holders were allowed to renew them. 

Family walks up to home for sale

Why is it more expensive than ever to buy a home in US?

Scripps News  |  April 11, 2023

The median home price in the United States is up 45% over the past three years, making it financially harder than ever to own a home. 

Calculator, 1040 tax form and cash.

Why are tax refunds smaller this year?

Scripps News  |  April 10, 2023

The annual deadline to file a tax return is approaching, and many Americans won't be getting the kind of refunds they got a year ago.

1040 form for filing taxes

These are the most common tax filing mistakes to avoid

Scripps News  |  April 8, 2023

If you file electronically and you do make a mistake, you have some time to fix it — here's what you need to know.

More than 250 people, including Ye, are no longer billionaires

Scripps News  |  April 7, 2023

According to Forbes, the world now has a total of 2,640 billionaires. They reportedly have a combined net worth of $12.2 trillion.

Android users can now share files to and from Windows PCs

Scripps News  |  April 6, 2023

Google announced that its Nearby Share feature will be available as a beta version in the U.S. and several other locations.

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New feature on Google Flights guarantees the lowest price on tickets

Brittany Anas  |  April 4, 2023

Travel prices have risen over the last year, and Google is offering a way for travelers to save money with its new feature.

These are the cheapest places to live in the US

Marie Rossiter  |  April 3, 2023

These cities offer the lowest cost of living in the country, according to new analysis of rent and mortgage data.

Accountant works on taxes

Tax experts warn of refund shock post-pandemic

Scripps News  |  March 31, 2023

Experts advise filing as soon as possible to ensure finances are covered and you’re not banking on the extra money that’s not coming.

Olive Garden restaurant

Mom’s viral hack can save you money on takeout from Olive Garden

Marie Rossiter  |  March 31, 2023

TikTok creator @Natasha21k shared a video in 2021 that continues to get views thanks to her clever way for a family to save on dinner.

Experts warn almost 80% of youth get tax advice from social media

Scripps News  |  March 31, 2023

Data says a majority of young people get financial and tax advice from social media, but experts warn that we can't trust all of it.

What you should know before you use a buy now, pay later program

Marie Rossiter  |  March 30, 2023

An increasing number of shoppers are offseting high grocery store prices by using programs that defer in-full payments.

Yellow and purple annual flowers get planted in box.

Lowe’s is giving away free flowers for Mother’s Day

Marie Rossiter  |  March 29, 2023

Sign up starting April 30 to get a free pint-sized annual flowering plant for a special person in your life on Mother's Day.

Home for sale sign in front of house

Why are single women outnumbering single men in homeownership?

Scripps News  |  March 28, 2023

Victoria Kent bought her first home in Chicago in the summer of 2019. She’s one of 10.7 million single women in the country who own a home. “It was a really proud moment to do it on my own,” Kent…

Nat Geo Explorer ship in icy sea with kayakers

Passengers under 22 can sail for free with this cruise company

Tricia Goss  |  March 28, 2023

Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic is offering select visitors a free experience to explore beautiful remote locations.

Dollar Tree Retail Exterior and Trademark Logo

Dollar Tree stops selling eggs because they’re too expensive

Tricia Goss  |  March 27, 2023

While the price of eggs is finally going down after months of increases, they're still too pricey to be sold at Dollar Tree—for now.

Piggy bank with pregnant woman figurine

Philadelphia plans to offer guaranteed monthly income to 250 new moms

Scripps News  |  March 24, 2023

The women in the program will receive $1,000 monthly payments during pregnancy and through the first year of the child's life.

Tax form 1040 for US income taxes

IRS lays out which HSA expenses are tax deductible

Scripps News  |  March 24, 2023

HSA plans allow you to use your account for a variety of things, but not all of these expenses are tax-deductible.

1040 form for filing taxes

IRS: If you ever resell an item online, keep your receipt

Scripps News  |  March 23, 2023

The IRS is advising taxpayers to hang onto original receipts of items they resell online, as profit may be taxable.

Woman in airport with carry-on bag

This Google Flights hack can help you find cheaper airfare

Kaitlin Gates  |  March 23, 2023

If you're flexible about dates, destinations and which airlines you fly on, you can find the cheapest fares with this Google Flights tip.

Monopoly splash bounce house

You can get this Monopoly-themed inflatable water park for $200 off

Emily O'Brien  |  March 23, 2023

Believe it or not, it's time to think about occupying your kids for the summer. This inflatable water park offers classic Monopoly game fun.

Happy people in snowy scene with reindeer in background

Finland is offering a free ‘masterclass of happiness’ to 10 participants

Tricia Goss  |  March 23, 2023

Finland is offering 10 lucky people the chance to take a Masterclass of Happiness at a resort in the Lakeland region this summer.

Foot Locker store in mall

Foot Locker closing more than 400 stores in malls

Tricia Goss  |  March 21, 2023

Though the retailer said it planned to shutter stores in malls by 2026, it also announced plans to open hundreds of new concept stores.

Google urges Android phone users to switch off Wi-Fi calling

Scripps News  |  March 20, 2023

Samsung is aware of the issue and is currently working on a fix, but until a solution is found, here's how users can protect themselves.

Robert Smith of The Cure

The Cure’s Robert Smith gets Ticketmaster to give fans partial refunds on fees

Kaitlin Gates  |  March 20, 2023

Smith sought an explanation from Ticketmaster after a fan's receipt showed that the fees exceeded the concert ticket price.

These are the top internet scams, according to a recent FBI report

Tricia Goss  |  March 20, 2023

Here's what you need to know about the most common Internet scams out there and how to protect yourself — and your money.

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