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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 Save Money on Upcoming Holidays by Taking Advantage of Halloween Sales 10/29/2017 08:00pm • Once youngsters drift off to sleep on Halloween night, rosy faces smeared with chocolate, and pillowcases bursting with fun-size candy -- that's when the seasonal clearance sales start. Every year on Nov. 1, retailers slash prices on Halloween goodies to make room for next season's wares. During Hal Get rid of extra Halloween candy and treat the troops 10/28/2017 01:45pm • WASHINGTON — If you end up with extra Halloween candy this year and want it banished from your home, there's a way to recycle the candy and treat the troops at the same time. It even includes incentive for your children to hand over some of their candy. Operation Troop Treats is a candy exch Barry's Bootcamp brings its group fitness classes to DC 10/27/2017 01:40pm • WASHINGTON — Los Angeles-based Barry's Bootcamp, whose studios are set up for intense group workouts that combine cardio and strength training, will open its first location in the D.C. area in Dupont Circle next month. The 50-minute classes include high-intensity interval training on treadmill Guinness opens taproom as new Md. brewery takes shape (photos) 10/26/2017 10:35pm • WASHINGTON — As small-craft brewers fill up the nation's premium beer market, a 258-year-old big dog is set to make a sizable splash. Guinness opens the doors Friday to its test taproom in Halethorpe, Maryland, offering a taste of  what will be the Guinness Open Gate Brewery & Barrel Hou 9 Hotel Spa Experiences Worth Traveling For 10/25/2017 08:00pm • While some vacations call for action and adventure, others demand getting away from it all to catch up on some R & R. And what better way to escape from the daily grind than with relaxing and rejuvenating spa treatments at a top-notch hotel? If you're aching for a relaxing vacation that include