Delta jet diverted after passenger’s battery catches fire

It's the latest in a series of close calls involving batteries By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs…

Veterans and caregivers: Recognize VA benefits overpayment scams

Got a letter in the mail from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) saying you owe…

There are four new ways to predict the onset of Alzheimer’s disease

UCLA researchers say its more than just risk factors By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs July 8,…

Boston drivers are the most accident-prone, Allstate study finds

Brownsville, Texas, is the safest city for drivers By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs July 7, 2025…

These consumer products were more expensive in June due to tariffs

However, many consumers may have shifted their purchase behavior to avoid paying them By Mark Huffman…

Here’s how you can support Texas flood relief efforts without being scammed

We provide a link to a non-profit serving the Texas Hill Country By Mark Huffman of…

Job scammers are looking to hire you

Scammers are always “hiring” but don’t actually want to employ you. Instead, they want your money,…

Feds warn parents about AIRLYA-Life infant walkers

The CPSC points to serious safety risks By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs July 7, 2025 CPSC…

Walmart grapples with staffing crisis after migrant work permits are suspended

The Supreme Court nixed a humanitarian parole program for migrants By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs July…

Costco launches '9 a.m. Club' for executive members

The move may stir some two-tier tensions By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs July 7, 2025 Costco…

Trump orders higher national park fees for foreign tourists, rolls back diversity goals

Any increased revenue will fund infrastructure improvements, the White House said By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs…

U.S. retirement age rising again as Social Security faces funding pressures

Trump's 'one big bill' provides some tax relief for older middle-class taxpayers By James R. Hood…

Public funding of political campaigns: An idea that went nowhere

Should a democratic government be for sale to the best fund-raiser? By James R. Hood of…

GM gaining ground as Tesla faces backlash over Musk, model delays

GM's familiar names giving consumers more confidence? By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs July 3, 2025 Teslas…

The economy added 147,000 jobs in June

Education and the health care industry created the most positions By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs July…

Multiple product recalls announced ahead of July 4th weekend

Helmets, power tools and more pulled for safety hazards By News Desk of ConsumerAffairs July 3,…

Condo prices dropped 2.2% in May, the second-largest decline

East Coast condos proved the exception, with some prices increasing By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs July…

Why you shouldn’t buy a home with someone with a low credit score

Youll end up paying thousands more in interest each year By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs July…

Kraft Heinz recalls more than 367,000 pounds of turkey bacon due to listeria

The recalled product was sold nationwide By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs July 3, 2025 Kraft Heinz…

Senate passes budget bill slashing social safety net and consumer protections

Medicaid cuts and food benefit reductions could deepen medical debt crisis and harm low-income families, advocates…

$1,000 monthly car payments signal strain for new-car buyers

Look out! Longer terms leave owners vulnerable to higher costs, negative equity By Truman Lewis of…

Del Monte Foods Files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

The company said it is restructuring as it seeks a buyer By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs…