A theft ring that targeted Home Depot stores in several states has been busted, officials announced on Dec. 11. The operation ...

Stacks of lumber sit under an overcast Illinois sky, marked with prices that jumped in a matter of days. Forklifts move pallets toward waiting trucks as contractors recalculate bids mid-project.

A customer approaches the checkout lane with power tools and building supplies. The shelf tags promised competitive prices. But as each item scans—beep, beep, beep—the register displays higher amounts ...