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Free Costco membership? How buying your gas from the warehouse store can cover your $60 fee
The warehouse chain’s fuel is so popular that it represented 13% of Costco’s net sales in 2023.
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Memorial Day Weekend 2024 deals and freebies you won't want to miss
While this isn’t an exhaustive list of all the Memorial Day deals that are available, we have you covered with discounts on food and drinks, gas and even an American flag giveaway.
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Step inside LA's unique vintage mall for cat-lovers
California Live’s Jessica Vilchis visits Catnip Coalition in Burbank to explore the unique cat-themed vintage mall, spotlighting over 40 vendors. There are also live cats inside, some are even available for adoption.
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How retailers like Best Buy, T.J. Maxx and Home Depot quietly target ‘problem' returners
The latest crackdown on returns is only that latest effort by retailers to tamp down on return losses, with many U.S. names using third-party tracking software.
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It's Teacher Appreciation Week! See where teachers can get freebies and big discounts
When it comes to the people who help teach our children reading, writing, arithmetic and so many other important life lessons, we can’t thank them enough. That’s why a nationwide effort known as Teacher Appreciation Week rolls around every year to give us all a chance to give our endless thanks to educators.
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Man buys $14,000 Cartier earrings for $14 after company posts price error on website
Luxury jewelry maker Cartier isn’t known for giving stuff away, but in the case of one Mexican man, they pretty much did. Rogelio Villarreal was paging through Cartier’s web page in a moment of idleness when he came upon on offer too good to be true. Cartier apparently listed gold-and-diamond earrings for 237 pesos ($14), instead of the correct price,...
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Shop 250+ garage sales during Modesto's gargantuan ‘GarageFest'
Browse oodles of elegant and offbeat wares during the day-long event.
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This city-wide yard sale takes ‘spring cleaning' to a whole new level
Morro Bay, that beautiful Central Coast hamlet, is the spot for 150+ yard sales, all happening over one mondo weekend.
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You can still buy a sofa for $399 — here's why you may not want to
Over time, home furnishings have experienced a decline in quality. Here’s how to find pieces that will still stand the test of time, and keep an eye on cost.
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Moms are roasting fashion retailer Shein for its portrayal of the pregnant body
Moms are responding to a screen grab recently posted to X, a maternity model for Shein wore a blue compression tights and a matching long sleeve workout top.
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5 Costco items that are always worth buying — One $10 deal can ‘easily feed a family of 4'
Costco offers good prices in general, but some deals are better than others.
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Some Ross Dress for Less items are selling for as low as 49 cents. Here's why
After the end-of-year sales season, influencers take to social media to give tips on the best discounts in stores in the country.
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Fake reviews are a multibillion-dollar quicksand — here's how to avoid getting sucked in
For many, a string of glowing reviews, or the mark of five golden stars, usually seals the deal in a purchase decision. But what’s real and what’s phony?
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Bay Area shoppers flock to malls for post-Christmas discounts, returns
Tuesday was a big day at Bay Area malls as shoppers took advantage of post-Christmas discounts.
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Bay Area shoppers flock to malls for post-Christmas discounts, returns
Tuesday was a big day at Bay Area malls as shoppers took advantage of post-Christmas discounts. Scott Budman reports.
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Check out these unique stocking stuffer gift ideas for under $100
California Live’s Jessica Vilchis meets up with lifestyle expert Josh McBride on our plaza to get his stellar stocking stuffer ideas, sure to please everyone on your list.
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Avoiding Online Shopping Scams with AARP California
Did you know that 35% of U.S. adults have experienced fraud when buying from an online ad (according to an AARP survey)? Patricia Pérez from AARP California shares tips for avoiding holiday shopping scams and protecting yourself from fraud. Learn more at www.aarp.org/FraudWatchNetwork.
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Still looking for deals on holiday gifts? Retailers are offering discounts on Cyber Monday
For several major retailers, the “Cyber Monday” sale is a days-long event that began over the weekend.
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Planning to shop on Cyber Monday? Be aware of the return policies
Shoppers will be out and about the next few days to make the most of the holiday deals, but buyers should be aware of return policies if a purchase doesn’t go as planned.
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Buyer beware: Shein receives an ‘F' rating from Better Business Bureau, citing wide array of issues
Shein, a popular fashion retailer based in China and headquartered in Singapore, has received an “F” rating from the Better Business Bureau, who cited a wide array of issues with the massive online retailer.