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Auto review: Strapped into the insane, 700-horsepower Ford F-150 Super Lobo
RICHMOND, Michigan — The compact Ford Maverick Lobo street truck is a treat. Lowered chassis, Turbofan wheels, four-wheel-drift mode. All that’s missing is a supercharged Coyote V-8 engine.
EEEEEEAHWWWRRGH! Say hello ...Read more
Auto review: 2026 Chevrolet Equinox makes EVs seem shockingly normal
At their best, Chevrolets have always been designed for Middle America, where the high school gym is a coliseum, the marching band is a Roman legion, and Friday night lights are worshipped with the fervor of a ...Read more
Auto review: Redesigned 2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness is still a capable family wagon
I don’t want to like this car. Subaru decided to redesign its iconic Outback, a high-riding wagon that virtually invented the crossover segment, with boxy SUV styling that seemingly rejects its wagon origins.
However, ...Read more
Planned Parenthood of Illinois agrees to pay $500,000 over allegations of discrimination against white employees
CHICAGO — Planned Parenthood of Illinois has agreed to pay $500,000 following an investigation by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission into allegations that its white employees faced harassment and ...Read more
Zillow changes course by allowing posting of homes not yet on MLS
Two online real estate rivals seem to be inching closer to finding common ground.
After a yearlong lawsuit over Zillow’s ban on private and early marketing of homes championed by the real estate brokerage Compass, the ...Read more
Lone survivor of fiery Cybertruck crash was trapped by electronic doors, lawsuit says
The only survivor of a Cybertruck crash in Piedmont is suing Tesla, saying the vehicle's electronic doors failed to open while he was trapped inside, surrounded by flames.
On Nov. 27, 2024, Jordan Miller was riding in the...Read more
Real estate Q&A: Do most HOAs prohibit paying residents to lead community classes?
Q: Our community will not pay a resident to provide a service to the community, such as leading an exercise class or instructing an art class. I was told that this is a rule in all HOA communities in the area. Is this true...Read more
Gretchen's table: Sausage gnocchi soup recipe is a quick, one-pot meal
Gnocchi is a go-to food when you’re in the mood for Italian because it’s fairly easy to prepare if you don’t insist on making it from scratch and are willing to use frozen or refrigerated versions.
Most often the ...Read more
Here's How: Add a Kitchen Island for Convenience
Dear James: I'm planning to remodel my kitchen to create more countertop workspace, and I think an island would help. What are some general DIY island-building tips? -- Peggy C.
Dear Peggy: Having an island countertop is ...Read more
Corporate landlords own many Las Vegas homes. Could closing a tax loophole change that?
Closing a loophole within the Nevada commerce tax, which exempts real estate investment trusts, could push large corporate entities to divest from the Las Vegas Valley’s residential real estate market.
Two state ...Read more
On Gardening: Hollywood Hibiscus will give you that island life
Zone 8 gardeners may feel a little timid when it comes to growing tropical hibiscus. That is somewhat understandable, but as I wrote about creating a hydrangea heaven, your hibiscus dazzle may come from the partnerships ...Read more
A Section 8 tenant is filing dozens of $100,000 lawsuits. Is it a discrimination fight or a shakedown?
A gaggle of scorned landlords and real estate agents across Los Angeles have a message: If Alexys Watson messages you on Zillow asking if you accept Section 8 vouchers, choose your next words very, very carefully.
Over ...Read more
Everyday Cheapskate: How to Use Your New Instant Pot -- It's Safe and Simple
About 25 years ago, there was a pressure cooker renaissance in America. Our grandmothers knew the day would come that we would return to their favorite kitchen tool to make fast braises, stews, soups and casseroles. They ...Read more
Amy Winehouse ex acknowledges he had 'part to play' in her death
Amy Winehouse’s ex-husband Blake Fielder-Civil said he’s come to terms with having “had a part to play” in the late crooner’s death in July 2011.
The Grammy winner was just 27 when she died of accidental alcohol...Read more
The Greener View: Organic Gardening
Q: I want to do more organic gardening this summer, but I am not sure how to tell if something is organic or not. I want to make my garden soil better by adding more organic matter. How much should I add?
A: There is a ...Read more
My Pet World: When sweet pets send strong signals
Dear Cathy,
Our sweet Golden Retriever growls if anyone comes near her when she has a bone. She has never bitten, but it makes us nervous, especially when our grandchildren visit. Should we take the bones away altogether,...Read more
Boating season in Connecticut is drawing close. There's a lot to know before heading out on the water.
HARTFORD, Conn. — As the first day of spring approaches, Connecticut boaters are getting ready to launch on the state’ on the state’s hundreds of ponds, lakes and rivers, but officials say there’s a few things to ...Read more
Everyday Cheapskate: Easy Hacks to Save Money on Beauty and Grooming
Whether you want to look good or just feel better, makeup and skin care traditionally come at a significant cost -- but not if you're a dedicated cheapskate. While medications and beauty products you use must be safe, ...Read more
'Way more Republicans are leaving': California's exodus driven by politics and housing, study says
More voters who are registered as Republicans have left the state of California between the last two presidential elections (2020 and 2024) than Democrats, according to a new study.
Between that timeframe, approximately ...Read more
Ex-etiquette: It's not enough
Q. I see my daughter every other weekend, and it's not enough. I saw her more often before I took my current job, but I now work the swing shift and get home at 11 p.m., Monday through Friday. I'm thinking about changing ...Read more
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