A long-established clothing-optional beach in California is about to undergo a major policy change as it joins the California State Park system.

The measures, which currently apply only in participating states, primarily target sugary soft drinks and candy while leaving the vast majority of grocery staples eligible.

Among the most significant measures, approved accountable care organizations (ACOs) would be allowed to reduce or eliminate cost-sharing for certain Medicare Part B services.

The state will remove virtual currency kiosks after lawmakers raised concerns over scams, with operators required to take machines down by December 31.

House passes the Sunshine Protection Act, a bill that could make daylight saving time permanent across the U.S. as it moves to the Senate.

A New York proposal would offer grocery shoppers savings through self-checkout, while critics warn fewer employees could raise retail theft concerns.

USPS updates some Ground Advantage rates, causing different prices for similar packages and confusion among sellers using selected e-commerce platforms.

Walmart workers are using handheld security devices at self-checkout stations to monitor activity and help identify potential theft without shoppers realizing it.

Texas is distributing SNAP benefits throughout July 2026 based on eligibility details, with payments loaded onto Lone Star EBT cards under the state schedule.

A large part of Texas is under flood alerts this week as meteorologists warn of potentially life-threatening conditions from ongoing storms.

A government watchdog report found that complaints about unauthorized health plan enrollments and changes on the federal Obamacare marketplace increased more than fourfold between 2023 and 2025.

Residents who hike, kayak, birdwatch, or enjoy other recreational activities on qualifying properties must now buy an annual permit unless they have a hunting or fishing license.

California's upcoming packaging law is raising concerns as manufacturers warn it could increase grocery prices, while state officials defend the measure.

The plan targets prescription drug pricing, insurance practices and medical price transparency, while arguing that Americans should have greater control over how their healthcare dollars are spent.

Financial professionals say the accounts can be a valuable long-term savings tool, while cautioning that projected balances depend on market performance and should not be viewed as guaranteed outcomes.

Average monthly payments for new vehicles reached a record $770 in the first quarter of 2026 as affordability pressures continued to weigh on American households.

An airline has canceled all its flights for the summer due to the ongoing Middle East crisis, suspending operations until October 2026. Affected passengers are being offered full refunds or…

Retail sales saw an increase last month, driven by spending on cars, furniture, and sporting goods—but not all shoppers are spending equally. With inflation easing and wages rising, the economy…