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The Only Insurance Policies You Need After Retirement 11/15/2017 07:00pm • Retirement is when everything changes. Seniors may end up with new schedules, new hobbies and even new homes. In the midst of all these exciting changes, don't overlook the mundane: your insurance coverage. With a new season of life at hand, old policies may no longer meet your needs. Benjamin Sull Where you can get your Thanksgiving turkey deep-fried safely -- and free 11/15/2017 05:08pm • WASHINGTON — Anyone who has eaten deep-fried turkey for Thanksgiving knows it can be delicious, but the act of frying them can be dangerous. That's one reason why a local restaurateur is offering to do it for you for free. "I have deep fryers and I don't want someone to get hurt on Thanksgivin The Best Winter Getaway in Every State 11/14/2017 07:00pm • Spend the most wonderful time of the year in an enchanting locale.As you plot your holiday vacation, perhaps you're dreaming of a classic winter wonderland with snow-capped peaks, ice-skating rinks, twinkling lights and hot chocolate around a roaring fire. It's hard to deny the appeal of taking a "W Postal Service plans Sunday delivery, still losing money 11/14/2017 02:28pm • WASHINGTON — The majority of online orders are delivered by the U.S. Postal Service, and its package delivery business rose by double digits in fiscal 2017, but it still lost money on a continued decline in letter volume. It says it expects another busy holiday season and once again plans Sunda 10 budget-friendly tips for eating healthy with diabetes 11/14/2017 09:30am • Managing diabetes, like many other chronic conditions, can be a costly, lifelong commitment. As a registered dietitian at Montefiore Health System in Bronx, New York, I teach people living with diabetes about the long-term impact of their food choices and help them discover how to save money while f Empire Kosher Poultry Inc. recalls over five tons of chicken products 11/12/2017 10:49am • WASHINGTON — Empire Kosher Poultry Inc., one of the largest producers of kosher poultry in North America, is recalling over 10,000 lbs. of raw poultry products. The poultry products may be contaminated with "extraneous" materials, specifically metal, according to a news release from the U.S. De Safety group finds lead in some fidget spinners 11/09/2017 11:22am • WASHINGTON — Fidget spinners may be popular, and high on many holiday gift lists, but an Oregon mother and a consumer advocacy group have found high levels of lead in some of the toys, and the defense offered by one retailer might be much help to most parents considering a purchase. CBS News  Investors Shrug Off Trump's China Deals 11/08/2017 07:00pm • President Donald Trump announced more than $250 billion in deals between U.S. and Chinese companies on Thursday. In a speech in Beijing, Trump said he intends to bring balance to the trade relationship between the U.S. and China, but U.S. investors seem unimpressed. In his speech, Trump said the ec 6 Over-the-Top Winter Escapes 11/06/2017 07:00pm • As winter's drab and dreary days set in, it's the perfect time to get out of town and escape seasonal doldrums. Instead of succumbing to dreary weather, lift your spirits in a warm, sunny locale or on powdery slopes. Here are alluring warm- and cold-weather vacation ideas to book now to beat the wi Play dress-up with your pooch to benefit Northern Va. animal rescue 11/03/2017 12:21am • WASHINGTON — A charity art auction being held Saturday at Reagan National Airport offers an opportunity to play dress-up with your dog. The PawCasso fundraiser, to be held in the original Terminal A historic lobby, bills itself as "a dog-friendly, elegant event." It features original artwork Stay Safe While Shopping Online This Holiday Season 11/02/2017 08:00pm • You're armed with the tools you need to save money this holiday shopping season. You know how to budget, where and when to find the best deals, and what to get everyone on your list. But wait. Before you log on and make your next purchase, there are a few strategies to add to your toolbox. Read on f 5 Creative Ways to Ditch Extra Halloween Candy 10/31/2017 08:00pm • Every year around April, I find "leftover" Halloween candy in a cabinet or closet somewhere. "What a waste!" I always think. "All that collecting and so little enjoying." So this year, I plan to spare myself some spring cleaning by getting rid of all those treats early on. Here's how you can do the Car Review: 2017 Mazda CX-5 refreshes its fun-to-drive image 10/30/2017 01:43am • WASHINGTON — The compact crossover is not usually known for great driving dynamics, but Mazda has been hanging its hat on the sporty side of crossovers. While always fun to drive, it was a little rough for some buyers who wanted more cushiness than stiff, sporty handling. The last Mazda CX-5 wa What to Know About Tuition Assistance When Working Part Time 10/29/2017 08:00pm • On a typical weeknight, Julianne Hummel goes to work at 1 a.m. for a four-hour shift at the UPS Air cargo hub in Louisville, Kentucky -- she works part time to qualify for the company's tuition benefit. "UPS covers 100 percent of tuition for me," says the 19-year-old, who works at the company's Wor 50 Unexpected Family-Friendly Vacation Destinations 10/29/2017 08:00pm • Make lifelong memories together in unpredictable locales.When planning a family escape, it's easy to drift toward classic vacation destinations like Disney, where you can create lifelong memories and embrace maximum bonding time with minimal hassle. After all, if you're traveling with restless toddl