Cover Story
DIY Updates Your Home Needs Right NowHow to protect your living space—and make it more organized, functional, and flexible . . . for whatever comes next
Special Report
The Truth About Those Dollar StoresDollar General, Dollar Tree, Family Dollar, and others offer low prices but also raise concern in communities that feel choked by them
Dollar Stores: Deal or No Deal?
Are the savings significant enough to warrant making a trip?
How to Be a Smart Dollar Store Shopper
Three Consumer Reports experts share their advice
Features
Entertain With Ease This SeasonHosting a holiday get-together may feel more challenging right now, given the uncertainties with the pandemic
Road Report
How to Buy a Used CarOur tips and expert picks will help you find a reliable pre-owned vehicle at a price you can afford
What's New in Small Pickup Trucks
Three versatile models from Ford, Hyundai, and Nissan that you should know about
Departments
Building a Better World, TogetherJoin with us to make a safer, fairer, healthier marketplace
From Our President: CR's Fight for Fairness
Goofs, glitches, and gotchas spotted by our readers
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