This Little-Known Program Is Why Your Tiny Hometown Airport Has Flights
Zach Wichter and USA TODAY on April 28, 2026
The Essential Air Service spent nearly $690 million last year subsidizing flights to 177 small U.S. communities — here’s how the program works.
Wren Kitchens Ceases Operations in the US, Files for Bankruptcy
Fernando Cervantes Jr. and USA TODAY on April 27, 2026
Wren Kitchens filed for Chapter 7 liquidation and shut all 15 US showrooms without warning, leaving customers who paid deposits and workers scrambling for answers.
4 Trader Joe’s Customers Sue Store Over Coffee Labels, Caffeine Info
Saleen Martin and USA TODAY on April 27, 2026
Four shoppers claim Trader Joe’s French Roast Low Acid coffee delivers less than half the expected caffeine — with no decaf disclosure on the label.
Why Longer Car Loans Are Costing Buyers Thousands More
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on April 27, 2026
Nearly 35% of American car borrowers now hold loans longer than six years, paying an average $8,750 more in interest than those with shorter terms.
The Risky Mistake That Could Leave You Stranded on a Cruise
Nathan Diller and USA TODAY on April 27, 2026
Booking a third-party excursion on a cruise can save money, but if you’re late back to the ship, it can leave without you — and your passport and travel insurance probably won’t save you.
How Mamdani Plans to Combat Deed Theft in NYC After Chi Ossé Arrest
Amethyst Martinez and USA TODAY on April 27, 2026
Deed theft complaints in New York tripled in just two years — jumping from 149 to 517 — and a new mayor’s office with real enforcement power aims to stop the fraud targeting homeowners.
How to Get Into an Airport Lounge Without a Fancy Credit Card
Zach Wichter and USA TODAY on April 27, 2026
Premium travel credit cards have made airport lounges more crowded and harder to access — but day passes, Priority Pass memberships and the right annual card can still get you through the door.
No Fed Rate Move Expected as Powell-Warsh Shift Looms. What to Know
Rachel Barber and USA TODAY on April 27, 2026
With inflation at 3.3% and the Iran war adding price pressure, the Fed is widely expected to hold rates at 3.5%–3.75% when it meets April 29 — while attention turns to Jerome Powell’s likely final news conference as chair.
Chocolate Bonbons Recalled. See List of the 40 Affected States
Greta Cross and USA TODAY on April 27, 2026
French Broad Chocolates is recalling bonbons sold April 14–20 after a labeling mix-up left walnut ingredients undeclared, posing a serious allergy risk to buyers in 40 states.
Tesla Buyers Paid $1,087 Less Than Other EV Shoppers. Here’s Why
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on April 27, 2026
Tesla’s average EV price fell to $53,421 in Q1 2026 — over $1,000 below the industry average — thanks to vertical integration and nearly 600,000 vehicles sold annually in the U.S.
Supreme Court Divided on Roundup Cancer Lawsuits
Maureen Groppe and USA TODAY on April 27, 2026
The Supreme Court heard arguments Monday on whether Bayer can be shielded from thousands of Roundup cancer lawsuits — with a $7.25 billion class action settlement also hanging in the balance.
As Inflation Reignites, Should You Consider I Bonds?
Susan Tompor and USA TODAY on April 26, 2026
With consumer prices up 3.3% year-over-year and gas prices surging 18.9%, I Bonds are projected to hit a 4.26% annualized rate starting May 1 — and there’s still a brief window to act.
Tax Hikes or Benefit Cuts? 8 Ways to Fix Social Security
Daniel de Visé and USA TODAY on April 26, 2026
Without action, Social Security faces automatic 28% benefit cuts by 2032 — experts say the math is easy; the political will is not.
Why This Popular Ford Pickup Truck Is a Potential Fire Risk
Saleen Martin, Charles Singh and USA TODAY on April 26, 2026
Ford is recalling 140,000 Ranger pickups because improperly positioned wiring harnesses can cause electrical shorts and potentially start a fire near the A-pillar.
What Should Drivers Look for in a Family Car? Here’s What an Expert Recommends
Charles Singh and USA TODAY on April 26, 2026
U.S. News & World Report’s vehicle testing editor breaks down the three factors that separate a truly family-friendly car from one that just looks the part.
No, Colleen Hoover Didn’t Email You. Authors Face New Barrage of Email and AI Scams.
Clare Mulroy and USA TODAY on April 26, 2026
AI-powered scammers are impersonating bestselling authors like Colleen Hoover to steal unpublished manuscripts and charge desperate writers fees they can’t afford to lose.
She Told Women to Be Ambitious. Some Listened — and Made Millions
USA TODAY on April 26, 2026
When a prominent investor told Tory Burch to stop mixing purpose with business, she did it anyway — and then made him write her foundation a check.
Children’s Electric Toothbrush Boxes Recalled Over Battery Hazard
Fernando Cervantes Jr. and USA TODAY on April 24, 2026
The recalled Autobrush Sonic Pro Kids toothbrush box contains a loose button cell battery that children can swallow — and the packaging carried no federally required warning.
Dumbbells Sold at Walmart Recalled. See Affected Product
Anthony Thompson and USA TODAY on April 24, 2026
Tzumi Electronics is recalling about 50,000 FitRx SmartBell adjustable dumbbells sold at Walmart after weight plates started detaching mid-workout, causing at least six injuries.
Older Tesla Owners May Have to Opt for Trade-Ins to Get FSD
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on April 24, 2026
Tesla buyers who paid for Full Self-Driving on older hardware are now being told their car can’t support the feature — and their options include a discounted trade-in or a costly computer-and-camera replacement.
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