Consumer Attitudes & Behavior

Lawyers contend cigarette makers conspired to hook children on smoking.

Travel industry surveys find Americans not likely to cancel plans due to gas prices.

Convenience store retailers and gourmet operators such as Starbucks are preparing to meet demand.

State pitches higher cigarette tax to fund anti-tobacco effort.

As gas prices remain high, the corn-based fuel grows in popularity.

A California study suggests minors flashing licenses too quickly are often able to buy cigarettes.

A federal court tossed out claims accusing major tobacco companies of selling more dangerous products to minorities.

A two-month streak of hefty increases mercifully comes to an end.