Wish granted: Teen leukemia patient takes solace on his farm

Thursday, July 3, 2008

A dream comes true for a Wisconsin boy who's battling a life-threatening disease. The Children's Wish Foundation gave Dylan Crabb the one thing he's always wanted, a farm. The old-fashioned farm practice he loves doing. Watch video.

The hidden cost of homegrown food

Is locally grown food always safer than its commercial counterpart?

Thursday, July 3, 2008

What food-safety tips every consumer should know when selecting produce from their local, or their own, garden. Watch video.

High fuel prices may be a blessing in disguise

Investors rush to support development of greener technology

Thursday, July 3, 2008

While the record price of gas and oil is fueling a lot of fear, it's also driving something else: a new technology boom. The goal: To create new and more energy-efficient products on the road and in our homes. ABC's Dan Harris reports the smart minds and smart money that are involved. Watch video.

Kroger asks customers to check for recalled beef

Thursday, July 3, 2008

The safety of ground beef sold at Kroger stores is being called into question after a recall was expanded today. Find out if you have the recalled product and how to get information on recalls delivered right to your inbox. Read story.

U.S. death toll in Afghanistan hits all-time high

Thursday, July 3, 2008

President Bush is pledging to send more U.S. troops into Afghanistan by year's end, but he doesn't say when that will happen or how many more troops will be going. Why he says there have been more deaths in that country. Watch video.

Boyda comments on more domestic oil production

Wednesday, July 2, 2008

Find out who she says has been holding up off-shore drilling up until now. Watch video.

History-making Congressional page is back home

Wednesday, July 2, 2008

Learn what kept Ben Berlin from getting homesick for Topeka. Watch video.

Tomato business suffers, while FDA explores other foods in salmonella probe

Wednesday, July 2, 2008

Tomatoes at the center of the latest salmonella outbreak may not be the culprit after all. This morning health officials are widening their search. Tomatoes are still the lead suspect, but the investigation now includes other food that is often served with tomatoes. Watch video.

Study: Some sunscreens over-promise on protection

Wednesday, July 2, 2008

Some brand name sunscreens are being called into question by a consumer watchdog organization. What representatives with the brands are saying about the study. Watch video.

Watermelons can have Viagra-like effect, study shows

Wednesday, July 2, 2008

As you ice down that watermelon for the Fourth of July, get ready for fireworks from the fruit. New research shows watermelons can have a Viagra-like effect. CNN's Debra Napp went over to Luling, Texas -- known for its Watermelon Thump Festival -- to get reactions. Watch video.

Trouble brews for Starbucks; 600 store slated to close

Wednesday, July 2, 2008

Apparently, the demand for gourmet coffee is going down. Starbucks says it's closing 600 under-performing stores in the U.S. Find out when the changes will take effect. Watch video.

Medicare reimbursement cuts effective today

Hospitals and physicians bracing for cuts

Tuesday, July 1, 2008

Hospitals just can't afford any new non-existing Medicare patients after Congress approves a 10.6 percent cut. Watch video.

Air ambulance accident investigation reveals weaknesses in industry

Tuesday, July 1, 2008

Safety officials are concerned about the dramatic increase of mid-air collision of medical choppers. This year, nine accidents involving emergency medical service helicopters have killed 16. Find out what's going wrong with these flights that are supposed to save lives. Watch video.

Fuel sales, driving to Mexico a few options that offer relief for drivers

Trader: At least we don't have to pay European prices

Tuesday, July 1, 2008

Good riddance to the first half of 2008, with its double digit declines on Wall Street. What will the second half of the year mean for our checkbooks, our savings accounts and our retirement funds? Get the latest on Wall Street and the gas pump. Watch video.

Lawn mowing injuries are just one misstep away

How to prevent from becoming a statistic

Tuesday, July 1, 2008

It's that time of year, when homeowners are spending more time doing yard work. CNN's Judy Fortin explains how this simple task could become dangerous. Watch video.