NEW YORK – October 12, 2026 -- Costco members can now buy Hohem's iSteady M7 AI tracking smartphone gimbal on Costco.com for $199.99, a member-only price that undercuts the $299 U.S. MSRP by $100.

The listing is Hohem's first entry into U.S. membership retail. Hohem CEO Chen Min said the company wants filming tools to be "accessible to more people," pointing to family moments, travel footage and content creation as target uses.

Englewood Cliffs – October 12, 2026 -- LG SIGNATURE showed its three premium appliance collections, Iconic, Seamless and Tailored, at New York City's Guggenheim Museum on October 8. The event was part of the brand's "What's your signature?" campaign and drew celebrities, creatives, influencers and tastemakers.

Nogales, Arizona – October 12, 2026 -- Drivers in southern Arizona who pick tires for extreme heat, long highway miles and uneven roads around Nogales can reduce blowout risk and improve safety by checking a few specific ratings and habits, according to a new HelloNation article.

Santa Cruz – October 12, 2026 -- Children in Montessori classrooms pour their own water, sweep floors and prepare snacks. According to Montessori education expert Madelynn Van Den Heuvel of Santa Cruz, California, that routine is how the method builds independence. She shared the approach in a HelloNation article.

Chicago – October 12, 2026 -- Allstate customers hit by Hurricane Isaias can file claims around the clock and visit five mobile claims centers in Alabama and Florida for in-person help.

Customers can file claims 24/7 through five channels

Allstate asks customers with storm damage to file as soon as it is safe. Filing early starts the claims process and connects customers with support resources. Claims can be filed on Allstate.com, in the Allstate Mobile app, by calling 1-800-54-STORM (1-800-547-8676), through an Allstate agent or at a mobile claims center.

Memphis – October 12, 2026 -- Memphis homeowners voted Choate's Air Conditioning, Heating, Plumbing, and Electrical the 2026 Best of Memphis winner for Best HVAC Co., the company's fourth win in the category in five years.

The award comes from readers of the Memphis Flyer, who choose the winner by majority vote. The company points out that this differs from industry certifications based on internal metrics.

Anchorage – October 12, 2026 -- Alaska Gear Company (AKGC) has released the Ankle Deck Boot VBX, a $199 (plus tax) ankle-height boot that the company says is the first deck boot built with sealed vapor barrier insulation. It is available now at AKGC's Anchorage and Fairbanks stores and on the company's website.

Willis, Texas – October 12, 2026 -- Readers looking for poetry about grief, motherhood and mental health can now pick up "Refine: An Anthology of Learning Life's Lessons the Hard Way" by Katie Guilbault, available in softcover, hardcover and electronic editions.

The book blends poems and essays drawn from the author's own life

Guilbault's collection of poetry and prose follows her through childhood memories, changing family dynamics, motherhood and relationships. It also covers generational trauma, divorce, body image, forgiveness, faith and hope.

San Antonio – – October 12, 2026 -- Drivers shopping for window tint in South Texas can avoid underperforming film by checking specifications, warranty terms and infrared rejection data before buying, according to a new HelloNation feature.

Marco Escamilla and Hilary Escamilla of Platinum Auto Films in San Antonio explain that not every film labeled "ceramic" delivers what buyers expect.

Bay City – October 12, 2026 -- Michigan homeowners weighing a furnace replacement now have a clearer comparison: modern cold-climate heat pumps can work as a practical alternative to traditional furnaces, but the right pick depends on the home. That is the conclusion of a HelloNation article featuring HVAC expert Jimmy Hunter of McCoy Heating & Cooling.