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UAW says automakers can afford tariffs. This is how much they'll cost, according to new report
Detroit's three automakers could bear an additional $41.9 billion in annual costs from President Donald Trump's 25% tariffs on imported vehicles and parts, according to new estimates.
An analysis from the Center for ...Read more
Car prices going up due to tariffs? What dealers and brands are doing in response
President Donald Trump's new 25% automotive tariffs are set to push new car prices thousands of dollars higher, but some automakers and dealers are sending a message that for now, at least, there are still hot deals to be ...Read more
Auto review: 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix convertible is 'one rare chief'
As my long-term readers know about my array of cars in my collection and with an outpouring amount of emails requesting a review on something from within the Grasso Garage stable. Well, that time is here, so let’s strap ...Read more
Auto review: Burnin' rubber in the loco Ford Maverick Lobo
SAN DIEGO, Calif. — Rounding the 180-degree, left-hand bend at the east end of Pechanga Arena’s autocross course, I stabbed the throttle pedal of my 2025 Ford Maverick Lobo and twin clutch packs accelerated the pickup�...Read more
7 investing mistakes financial pros say you should avoid
Investing in 2025 is more accessible than ever — but it isn’t always easy. With nearly constant market volatility and financial advice flooding your social media feed, it’s easy to make mistakes that hurt your long-...Read more
Larry Printz: Kia throws down the gauntlet once again at Milan Design Week
Milan Design Week, which is just wrapping up, is an annual affair that draws in the biggest names in fashion, such as Armani, Dior, Hermès, Bottega Veneta, Brunello Cucinelli, Dolce & Gabbana, Prada and Versace. Yet ...Read more
Auto review: Reimagined QX80 ups its game on luxury, tech, power
The 2025 Infiniti QX80 enters its third generation and it’s a big deal — make that a gigantic deal.
The long-awaited redesign (more than a decade) expands the length of the large luxury SUV to 17.5 feet. It is ...Read more
Taking the Kids: Celebrating Earth Day and shopping more sustainably for travel gear
Ready to do your part?
Earth Day is coming up soon (April 22) and the theme this year is “Our Power, Your Planet” with a focus on the need for #renewableenergynow. The idea is to ...Read more
Florida car insurance premiums could skyrocket due to Trump's tariffs
Florida car owners already pay some of the highest insurance premiums in the nation. Last year’s storms threatened to push prices even higher.
Now experts are warning that President Donald Trump’s tariffs could make ...Read more
Real estate Q&A: Can co-op board force us to install free-standing AC?
Q: I live in a 16-unit co-op with a water-cooled AC that runs throughout the building. My unit and one other are still on the system. The Board told us that when the pump goes out, we must add a free-standing AC. Does the ...Read more
Silicon Valley office market shows vacancy improvement after weak stretch
SAN JOSE, Calif — Vacancy levels improved and rental rates rose during the first three months of 2025, a welcome improvement in the battered South Bay office market after months of weaker conditions, a new report shows. ...Read more
Tariffs chill Southern California's vast industrial property market
Demand for warehouses used to move goods through Los Angeles County ports is expected to fall if widespread tariffs take effect, potentially damaging the economic vitality of one of the world's largest industrial real ...Read more
Michigan Sen. Slotkin's first bill seeks to prevent data-collecting Chinese cars from entering the US
WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. Elissa Slotkin, introducing her first bill since winning election to the Senate in November, proposed a measure Thursday aimed at preventing Chinese vehicles from entering the United States.
The ...Read more
Here's How: Use the Right Hinge for the Project
Dear James: In my house, which is rather old, the door hinges are stiff, and the cabinets don't close well. I need to install new ones. What are the best hinges for the various applications? -- Tammy H.
Dear Tammy: All ...Read more
On Gardening: Creating a little hosta heaven with easy combinations
The last few weeks, I have been showing my followers on Facebook their favorite flowers used in combinations. Last week someone requested that I post combinations with hostas. Now, the hosta pros would probably choose a ...Read more
Trump's 90-day tariff 'pause' leads to wild reversal in markets -- should investors stay on guard?
U.S. President Donald Trump threw markets for another loop on the roller coaster saga of tariffs, announcing that he was pausing the implementation of his “Liberation Day” global tariffs for 90 days on non-retaliating ...Read more
California's former insurance commissioner sees grim future, more wildfires
Former California insurance commissioner David Jones described the L.A. area firestorms in January as a “canary in the coal mine” warning for climate change that will bring more catastrophic fires all-year and push the...Read more
How Michigan Tesla shoppers are dealing with violent protests
TROY, Michigan — Tesla showrooms and owners have become targets across the United States as political activists protest Chairman Elon Musk’s work for the Trump administration’s Department of Government Efficiency.
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Former convent kitchen offers heavenly meals for seniors, kids and other clients
PITTSBURGH — Just before noon on a recent Friday, the commercial kitchen at the former St. Louise Convent is full of activity.
In one corner of the sprawling, 1,110-square-foot space filled with cooking equipment, ...Read more
How to tell when your cat is happy, and when they're not
A happy cat may not always purr like a motor or dance around your feet, but there are subtle signs that point to feline contentment—and others that suggest something might be wrong.
When a cat is relaxed and comfortable...Read more
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