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Recall Roundup: Here’s what is being pulled due to safety concerns
Read full article: Recall Roundup: Here’s what is being pulled due to safety concernsThe recalls involve potential dangers such as burn and fire hazards, crash risks and contamination hazards. Here’s what you need to know to keep your family safe.
San Antonio gas prices rise 17.5 cents, national average increases, GasBuddy reports
Read full article: San Antonio gas prices rise 17.5 cents, national average increases, GasBuddy reportsSan Antonio gas prices have significantly increased over the past week, with the average price rising by 17.5 cents per gallon, now averaging $2.72 per gallon, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 886 stations in the city.
Recall Roundup: AMX stadium seats, Gerber Teething Sticks, refillable medicine bottles pulled for safety
Read full article: Recall Roundup: AMX stadium seats, Gerber Teething Sticks, refillable medicine bottles pulled for safetySeveral popular products are recalled due to serious safety concerns, including AMX stadium seats, Greater Goods kitchen scales, Cabinet Health refillable medicine bottles and Gerber Teething Sticks.
Trending News: 66-million-year-old fossil find, National Croissant Day, Big Game ads top $8M
Read full article: Trending News: 66-million-year-old fossil find, National Croissant Day, Big Game ads top $8MIn today's trending news: 66-million-year-old ancient fossil vomit was found on a Danish beach, big game ad spots hit an $8M record, and it's National Croissant Day.
Consumer News: Fed rate pause, Super Bowl food safety tips, Starbucks menu cuts
Read full article: Consumer News: Fed rate pause, Super Bowl food safety tips, Starbucks menu cutsIn today's consumer news: The Fed will likely pause rate cuts today. The USDA is offering tips to keep game day snacks safe. And Starbucks will trim its menu by 30%.
Got an unknown package with a QR code in it? It may be a scam.
Read full article: Got an unknown package with a QR code in it? It may be a scam.If you get a package addressed to you with a QR code asking you to find out who sent it or with instructions on how to return it, stop before you scan! This could be a new twist on a brushing scam designed to steal your valuable personal information.
Recall Roundup: Vornado heaters, Samurai smoke alarms, Lexmark printers recalled for safety risks
Read full article: Recall Roundup: Vornado heaters, Samurai smoke alarms, Lexmark printers recalled for safety risksSeveral popular products are being recalled this month due to safety hazards, including fire and electric shock risks. Here are the recalls you need to know about in this Recall Roundup.
How to find legitimate gig jobs and avoid scams
Read full article: How to find legitimate gig jobs and avoid scamsAs many people kick off the new year by taking on gig jobs to boost their finances, ensuring the company you’re working with is legitimate is crucial. Here’s what you need to know to protect yourself while finding the right gig job.
Gas prices in San Antonio drop 11.1 cents, while national prices rise, GasBuddy reports
Read full article: Gas prices in San Antonio drop 11.1 cents, while national prices rise, GasBuddy reportsGasoline prices in San Antonio have dropped by 11.1 cents per gallon over the past week, now averaging $2.58 per gallon, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 886 stations in the city.
Texas AG’s office sues Allstate for unlawful location, movement data collection
Read full article: Texas AG’s office sues Allstate for unlawful location, movement data collectionAllstate and its subsidiary, Arity, are being sued by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton for allegedly collecting, using and selling data from Texans' cell phones unlawfully.
Cómo elegir una aplicación de presupuesto que se ajuste a tus objetivos
Read full article: Cómo elegir una aplicación de presupuesto que se ajuste a tus objetivosCon la gran cantidad de aplicaciones de presupuesto disponibles, elegir una que se alinee con tus objetivos puede ayudarte a crear un sistema que funcione eficazmente para ti.
Cómo enfrentar las deudas navideñas del año pasado en 2025
Read full article: Cómo enfrentar las deudas navideñas del año pasado en 2025El gasto navideño dejó a muchos estadounidenses endeudados en 2024, algunos enfrentando cargas financieras significativas. Aquí te mostramos algunas formas de saldar esa deuda.
Consumer News: Girl Scouts retire 2 cookie favorites, Port strike talks, U.S. passport ranking drops
Read full article: Consumer News: Girl Scouts retire 2 cookie favorites, Port strike talks, U.S. passport ranking dropsIn today's consumer headlines: the Girl Scouts retire "S'mores" and "Toast-Yay!" cookies after this year, port strike talks resume ahead of a potential trade shutdown, and the U.S. passport drops to ninth place in global rankings.
Consumer news: Tips for tackling holiday debt, medical debt relief rule, McDonald’s new menu launch
Read full article: Consumer news: Tips for tackling holiday debt, medical debt relief rule, McDonald’s new menu launchIn today's consumer headlines: Americans face $1,100 in holiday debt, new rules erase $49B in medical debt, and McDonald’s launches its “McValue” menu with $5 deals and app perks.
Ford recalls thousands of EV trucks for suspension, control issues, NHTSA says
Read full article: Ford recalls thousands of EV trucks for suspension, control issues, NHTSA saysIn late December, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced recalls for thousands of Ford electric trucks due to an increased crash risk.
San Antonio gas prices drop 9 cents per gallon this week, GasBuddy reports
Read full article: San Antonio gas prices drop 9 cents per gallon this week, GasBuddy reportsGas prices in San Antonio have decreased by 9 cents per gallon over the past week, now averaging $2.58 per gallon, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 886 stations in the city.
Over 4,600 RBFCU customers’ data may be leaked in data breach, Texas AG’s office says
Read full article: Over 4,600 RBFCU customers’ data may be leaked in data breach, Texas AG’s office saysRandolph Brooks Federal Credit Union said someone physically breached one of its ATMs. The Texas Attorney General’s Office said the breach potentially exposed the banking information of 4,607 customers.
Procrastinating until the last minute? Avoid these holiday gift card scams
Read full article: Procrastinating until the last minute? Avoid these holiday gift card scamsA few days are left until Christmas, and procrastinators are likely scrambling to find gift cards for their loved ones to avoid crowds. However, people who aren’t careful could fall for a scam during the holiday rush to get those final names crossed off their Christmas lists.
Party City locations expected to stay open in San Antonio despite closures nationwide
Read full article: Party City locations expected to stay open in San Antonio despite closures nationwideParty City stores in San Antonio are still open despite recent announcements from the Party City corporate office that stores nationwide are closing.
Big Lots preparing going-out-of-business sales at all remaining locations
Read full article: Big Lots preparing going-out-of-business sales at all remaining locationsBig Lots announced on Thursday it would be beginning going-out-of-business (GOB) sales at all remaining locations across the United States.
Consumer News: Fed rate cut expected, FTC tackles junk fees, Walmart tests body cameras
Read full article: Consumer News: Fed rate cut expected, FTC tackles junk fees, Walmart tests body camerasIn today’s consumer news: The Federal Reserve is expected to lower interest rates again, the FTC will eliminate hidden fees in bookings in four months, and Walmart is testing body cameras for employee safety in select stores.
Navigating holiday returns: best and worst store policies revealed
Read full article: Navigating holiday returns: best and worst store policies revealedReturning a Christmas gift? You might not need a receipt, but be aware of potential restocking fees. Consumer Reports reveals the best and worst return policies.
These San Antonio businesses were affected by layoffs in 2024
Read full article: These San Antonio businesses were affected by layoffs in 2024In 2023, there were 2,215 layoffs across Bexar County. Comparatively, 2024 has seen 1,279 layoffs, according to Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act notice data from the Texas Workforce Commission.
US to require passenger vehicles to sound alarms if rear passengers don't fasten their seat belts
Read full article: US to require passenger vehicles to sound alarms if rear passengers don't fasten their seat beltsStarting in September of 2027, all new passenger vehicles in the U.S. will have to sound a warning if rear-seat passengers don’t buckle up.
San Antonio gas prices drop 13.6 cents per gallon, GasBuddy reports
Read full article: San Antonio gas prices drop 13.6 cents per gallon, GasBuddy reportsGas prices in San Antonio have decreased by 13.6 cents per gallon over the past week, now averaging $2.42 per gallon, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 886 stations in the city.
Consumer News: Buy now, pay later surges; Mega Millions jackpot at $740M; Santa discipline tactics
Read full article: Consumer News: Buy now, pay later surges; Mega Millions jackpot at $740M; Santa discipline tacticsIn today's consumer headlines: Buy now, pay later services hit $991.2 million on Cyber Monday; some parents are using Santa to manage behavior despite expert caution; Mega Millions jackpot reaches $740 million.
Homeland Security Investigations warns of holiday scams targeting grandparents, vulnerable groups
Read full article: Homeland Security Investigations warns of holiday scams targeting grandparents, vulnerable groupsScammers are targeting seniors and other vulnerable groups, including people who may be isolated, are struggling financially or are unaware of common scam tactics.
Consumer News: Stanley travel mugs recalled, jobless claims rise, task scams surge
Read full article: Consumer News: Stanley travel mugs recalled, jobless claims rise, task scams surgeStanley recalls over 2.5 million travel mugs due to a faulty lid posing burn risks. Jobless claims rise to 242,000, surpassing expectations. And the FTC warns of a surge in task-related scams.