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4 Things Drivers Should Check on Their Cars This Spring
One of these four checks takes just minutes but could spare you a towing fee — and a dead battery when the summer heat peaks.
Ford Recalls Nearly 1.4M Vehicles. See Affected Models
The transmission defect on 2015–2017 F-150s can trigger a sudden, unexpected downshift into second gear at speed — and Ford says letters warning affected owners won't go out until April 27.
Money in a Minute for the Week Ending April 17, 2026
Here's a quick roundup of the news that moved your money this week, from Money Talks News founder, Stacy Johnson.
15 States With the Fattest Federal Income Tax Refunds
See how much Americans living in these states get back from the IRS on average.
8 Common Fertilizer Mistakes That Can Damage Your Lawn (and What to Do Instead)
Don't let these missteps waste your money, harm your lawn or contaminate local water sources.
Fewer Summer Flights Planned at This Major US Airport. What’s Happening?
Last summer, fewer than 60% of O'Hare arrivals and departures ran on time — so the FAA is capping daily operations at 2,708 flights from May 17 through October 24 to prevent a repeat.
Here’s How Much $5 Can Get You at Major Fast-Food Chains
From Wendy's 99-cent Jr. Cheeseburger to Taco Bell's $5 Classic Luxe Box with a burrito, taco, cinnamon twists, and a drink, here's the exact breakdown of what your $5 will stretch to at seven chains right now.
Women Can’t Get Estrogen Patches. Here’s What the FDA Is Doing to Help.
The estrogen patch shortage that began in January is forcing some women to pay nine times more for alternative hormone therapy — and the FDA is not yet officially calling it a shortage.
9 Hidden Costs of Downsizing That Catch Retirees Completely by Surprise
Downsizing your home is supposed to pad your bank account, but these hidden fees can drain thousands of dollars fast.
7 Common Appliances That Are Quietly Jacking up Your Power Bill
Electricity rates jumped nearly 7% last year. Here are the appliances in your home making it far worse.
