IRS tax refund schedule 2025: what you need to know

Tax season is in full swing, and the IRS anticipates that 140 million individuals will file returns by April 15. Here's the IRS tax refund schedule for 2025 and other information that will help you with your return.

Mercedes recalls 7,300 electric SUVs over battery fire risk

Mercedes-Benz is recalling 7,362 electric SUVs in the U.S. over the risk of a battery fire. Here's what to know.

Here's what Europe could target for countermeasure tariffs

The European Union is preparing countermeasures in response to President Trump’s new steel and aluminum tariffs, with potential targets including American-made bourbon, jeans, and motorcycles.

Valentine's Day 2025 free food and deals

Celebrate Valentine's Day with these food deals from Cinnabon, Shake Shack, Subway and more.

Baby gates sold on Amazon recalled because of entrapment hazard: What to know

Baby gates sold exclusively on Amazon have been recalled over a potential entrapment risk for children, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Canned tuna sold at Costco, Trader Joe's, Walmart recalled: What to know

Canned tuna products sold at Costco, Trader Joe’s, Walmart and other grocery stores have been recalled over a design concern that could potentially cause botulism.

Amazon to pay $4M to settle suit accusing company of stealing tips from drivers

Amazon will pay $3.95 million to settle a lawsuit claiming that it diverted the tips its Flex drivers received to pay for the employees' base wages.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is Musk's next target

Members of Elon Musk’s team have reportedly descended upon the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the latest target of Musk and President Donald Trump.

Is it cheaper to rent or buy a home in 2025?

Whether you’re renting or buying a home in 2025, it’s likely putting an outsized dent in your wallet, depending on where you live.

Trump tariffs could hit Illinois hard, state treasurer warns

President Trump's plan to implement tariffs on key United States trading partners could affect more than $100 billion worth of goods imported to Illinois.

USPS accepting packages from China, reversing decision

The U.S. Postal Service reversed course Wednesday, saying it would continue to accept all inbound mail and packages from China and Hong Kong.

Girls' pajamas sold on Amazon recalled for fire risk

Over 6,000 girls’ pajama sets have been recalled in the U.S. because they violate federal flammability regulations for children’s sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injuries. Here's what to know.

USPS halts inbound packages from China, Hong Kong: What to know

The U.S. Postal Service has temporarily suspended inbound packages from China and Hong Kong, citing recent trade policy changes. The suspension comes as President Trump’s new tariffs take effect, targeting Chinese e-commerce imports.