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Minnesota Woman Sues Chipotle After Salmonella Hospitalization

and on August 8, 2026

A multistate outbreak has sickened 345 people, while federal investigators trace the suspected source and restaurants remove affected peppers.

Customers Could Get Up to $25K in Flagstar Bank Settlement

and on August 5, 2026

A deadline is days away for millions of people to claim cash, credit monitoring or reimbursement after two major bank data breaches

1.5 Million Hand Warmers Recalled: See Affected Products

and on July 31, 2026

Recalled OCOOPA warmers have sparked 15 fires and 350 burns, including one death — here’s how to get your refund.

You Could Be Owed Money in Equifax’s $2.2M Settlement

and on July 31, 2026

Roughly 37,000 consumers flagged for duplicate collection accounts on their credit reports could claim up to $600 apiece by Sept. 1.

This Eating Habit Could Help Boost Brain Health, Study Finds

and on July 28, 2026

A Rutgers trial found women 50 to 79 who confined meals to an 8-to-9-hour window scored better on problem-solving tests than those eating over 12 hours.

FDA Links Recalled Eggs to 98 Salmonella Cases Across 17 States

and on July 24, 2026

Eggs sold under five familiar store brands may be behind an outbreak that’s already sent 26 people to the hospital.

Some Costco Shoppers Could Qualify for Cash in Settlement Payout

and on July 24, 2026

A $14 million settlement over misleading ‘last-day’ sale emails could mean a payout — but only if you act before Aug. 24.

Ate Lettuce Recently? Here’s How to Tell if You Have Cyclosporiasis

and on July 21, 2026

Symptoms of this recalled-lettuce parasite can take up to two weeks to show up — here’s when watery diarrhea means it’s time to call a doctor.

New Study Links Artificial Sweeteners to Faster Memory Decline

and on July 21, 2026

A 12,772-person, 8-year study found heavy sweetener users lost cognitive ground 62% faster — especially before age 60.

1 Dead in NYC Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak and over 70 Cases Confirmed

and on July 18, 2026

Officials have traced Legionella bacteria to cooling towers at more than 75 Upper East Side buildings, but the source of the deadly cluster remains unconfirmed.

FDA: Taylor Farms Lettuce That’s Not Part of Recall Tests Positive for Cyclospora

and on July 18, 2026

A lettuce sample outside Taylor Farms’ recall just tested positive for cyclospora, and the company isn’t sure it never reached shelves.

Madewell Recalls Thousands of Women’s Sweaters. See Affected Styles

and on July 17, 2026

Two styles sold at Madewell and T.J. Maxx failed a federal flammability test — here’s how to spot them and claim a refund.

Your Basic COVID Mask Won’t Protect You from Wildfire Smoke

and on July 17, 2026

N95, KN95 and FFP2 respirators filter fine smoke particles, but cloth coverings and ear-loop surgical masks let them leak straight through.

Target Recalls 211K Children’s Sandals. See Affected Products

and on July 16, 2026

Choking-hazard pearls have already detached from 23 pairs of these $20 Cat & Jack sandals — here’s how to spot yours and get a refund.

Thousands of Gas Ranges Sold at Best Buy Recalled. See Affected Items

and on July 10, 2026

Two Insignia range models sold at Best Buy since 2020 can ignite if bumped by a child or pet, and owners qualify for a free fix.

This US Region Sees Its First Locally Acquired ‘Kissing Bug’ Disease Case

and on July 9, 2026

A routine blood donation screening test uncovered San Diego’s first homegrown case, even though the donor showed no symptoms at all.

$50M Disney Settlement: What to Know to Claim Your Share

, and on July 6, 2026

Eligible YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream subscribers have until Sept. 8 to file a claim — but the payout amount is still unknown.

Specialty Shampoo Recalled in US, Canada. See Affected Products

and on July 2, 2026

A bacteria linked to infections in people with weakened immune systems triggered a recall of specific Oribe scalp shampoo lots.

GM Recalls Over 14K Vehicles. See Affected Models

and on July 2, 2026

A stalled third-row seat that traps young riders instead of reversing has triggered a recall for over 14,500 Cadillac VISTIQ SUVs.

Disney to Pay $50 Million Settlement. Here’s How to Get Your Share

, and on June 29, 2026

Eligible YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream subscribers have until Sept. 8, 2026, to file a claim — but individual payouts depend on subscription length and the total number of approved claims.

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