supply chain

Halloween is costing families more than ever this year thanks to inflation, supply chain issues, and the other things hurting our wallets right now. Some families are pushing past the bigger price tags and sticking to the Halloween traditions.

Some vendors at the State Fair of Texas say they weren’t sure what to expect this year with concerns over supply chain issues. NBC 5’s Vince Sims takes a look at how they’re meeting demand at the fair’s halfway point.

Wednesday marks 12 days into the State Fair of Texas and vendors are seeing a steady flow of people ready for some fair food.

Shortages in chips, parts, labor and the supply of loaner cars have created the perfect storm for car dealerships and their customers who need car repairs. The Dallas Morning News Jake C. Piazza discusses the issues in the auto industry.

If you live in an area where fireworks are legal, you will likely find that they’re more expensive this year. NBC 5’s Vince Sims reports.

When it comes to buying fireworks this year, shoppers should be prepared for higher prices.

Labor battles at German and Dutch ports are causing shipments of key consumer items including cars, auto parts and Ikea furniture to be delayed.

Supply chain issues have made it difficult for some theaters to find canola oil to make popcorn.

It’s a must-order when you go to the movies — but now some theaters are seeing a popcorn shortage just as the summer blockbuster season starts.

From the pandemic and supply chain issues to global warming and Russia’s war on Ukraine, President Joe Biden challenged the graduates to lead the world through adversity during his commencement speech to the Naval Academy on Friday.

Before baby formula was mass produced about 100 years ago, many babies suffered from malnutrition if their mothers were unable to breastfeed them, says Carla Cevasco, professor of American Studies at Rutgers University. Today, many moms rely on formula to ensure their baby’s health — and may not be able to breastfeed, or their baby may have different nutritional needs...

A recall, inflation, panic buying and a weak supply chain all exacerbated the shortage of baby formula.

If you’re running out of powdered baby formula, there are other varieties of formula you can feed your baby, says pediatrician Dr. Anthony Porto. NBCLX storyteller Clark Fouraker spoke with him and University of Miami business dean John Quelch to understand the shortage and help parents through it.

There was already a supply chain issue impacting baby formula, and then a recall impacted the supply even further. But it’s a bad idea to dilute formula to make it last longer, says Dr. Michael Anderson. He’s a pediatric critical care physician at Children’s National Hospital in Washington D.C.

Ongoing supply-chain issues were exacerbated by a massive nationwide recall of baby formula produced at an Abbott Labs facility in Sturgis, Michigan.

Small businesses trying to bounce back from the pandemic, have been hit with an ongoing trifecta of challenges: hiring and retaining talent, rising inflation and supply chain shortages. DallasNews.com reporter Natalie Walters talks about the issues they face.

Inflation and supply issues are making it hard for anyone searching for a new or used car, but we have some car shopping advice.

Governor Greg Abbott’s commercial vehicle inspection policy is starting to have an impact on the supply chain here in North Texas.

North Texas grocery stores and produce stands are starting to feel the pinch as new regulations at the Texas Mexico Border limit the supply chain.

Governor Greg Abbott’s commercial vehicle inspection policy is starting to have an impact on the supply chain here in North Texas.