Wednesday - July 30, 2025
*North Carolina Editor Tipoffs Newsletter for Monday July 07, 2025 ( 3 items )  

CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving Hyper Tough, Worx and Portland Chainsaws and Pole Saws
WASHINGTON, July 3 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert: * * * Name of Product: Hyper Tough, Worx and Portland Chainsaws and Pole Saws Hazard: The main switch on the recalled chainsaws and pole saws can fail, allowing the saws to continue to run even after the switch is released, posing a laceration hazard. Remedy: Replace Recall Date: July 03, 2025 Units: About 49,000 (In addition, about 3,000 were sold in Canada) Consumer Contact: Positec toll-free  more

CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving Trane & American Standard Gas/Electric Packaged Units
WASHINGTON, July 3 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert: * * * Name of Product: Trane and American Standard Gas/Electric Packaged Units Hazard: The fuel gas valve can open unexpectedly, allowing a gas leak and posing a fire hazard. Remedy: Repair Recall Date: July 03, 2025 Units: About 4,790 Consumer Contact: Both Trane and American Standard toll-free at 800-889-0129 Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET, or online at https://www.trane.com/reside  more

U.S. Retail Food Price Data - Frequently Asked Questions & Issues for Congress Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, July 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48589) on July 2, 2025, entitled "U.S. Retail Food Price Data: Frequently Asked Questions and Issues for Congress" by agricultural policy analyst Christine Whitt. Here are excerpts: * * * SUMMARY U.S. consumers, particularly low-income consumers, may face challenges during periods of rising food prices. Policymakers may find it helpful to understand federal sources for U.S. retail food price   more