'Car wrap scam': Officials warn college students about swindlers offering money to wrap car in advertising
The FTC said fraudsters are targeting young people with cars who may be looking for a quick way to make some extra money.
The FTC said fraudsters are targeting young people with cars who may be looking for a quick way to make some extra money.
Hillsborough County issues fines for nightly Airbnb rentals
As Hillsborough County commissioners try to decide how to enforce a little-known law governing short-term rental properties, a farm owner in Thonotosassa faces thousands of dollars in fines for his.
As Hillsborough County commissioners try to decide how to enforce a little-known law governing short-term rental properties, a farm owner in Thonotosassa faces thousands of dollars in fines for his.
55,000 pounds of frozen breakfast burritos recalled for possible plastic contamination
The affected product, called El Monterey Signature Burrito Egg, Sausage & Cheese, was shipped to retail locations nationwide.
The affected product, called El Monterey Signature Burrito Egg, Sausage & Cheese, was shipped to retail locations nationwide.
That shoddy, last-minute gift wrapping job could play in your favor, study suggests
Whether you wrap gifts like Martha Stewart or toss items into a bag at the last second and call it good enough, the presentation of your gift will likely have an effect on the recipient’s expectations about what’s inside — and potentially even how they feel about the present once it’s unwrapped.
Whether you wrap gifts like Martha Stewart or toss items into a bag at the last second and call it good enough, the presentation of your gift will likely have an effect on the recipient’s expectations about what’s inside — and potentially even how they feel about the present once it’s unwrapped.
CDC: Outbreak of E. coli infections linked to some Fresh Express salad kits
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and public health and regulatory officials in several states are investigating a multi-state outbreak of E. coli infections that have been linked to Fresh Express Sunflower Crisp chopped salad kit, and the CDC is urging anyone who may have purchased one of the salad kits to throw it away.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and public health and regulatory officials in several states are investigating a multi-state outbreak of E. coli infections that have been linked to Fresh Express Sunflower Crisp chopped salad kit, and the CDC is urging anyone who may have purchased one of the salad kits to throw it away.
White Castle frozen burgers, cheeseburgers recalled over listeria concerns
White Castle has issued a recall for select frozen products sold at select retailers over concerns that they may be contaminated with listeria.
White Castle has issued a recall for select frozen products sold at select retailers over concerns that they may be contaminated with listeria.
Walmart apologizes for sweater featuring Santa with cocaine
The sweater shows Santa with cocaine and the phrase "let it snow."
The sweater shows Santa with cocaine and the phrase "let it snow."
Baby Yoda toys can be pre-ordered, but you won’t get your hands on one until 2020
Toys based on The Child character from Disney Plus's new live-action series, "The Mandalorian," are now available for pre-order, but fans will have to be patient — Baby Yoda toys won't ship until 2020.
Toys based on The Child character from Disney Plus's new live-action series, "The Mandalorian," are now available for pre-order, but fans will have to be patient — Baby Yoda toys won't ship until 2020.
Fuji recalls sushi sold at Trader Joe’s, 7 Eleven over listeria concerns
Fuji Food Products, Inc. has announced a recall of its ready-to-eat sushi.
Fuji Food Products, Inc. has announced a recall of its ready-to-eat sushi.
FBI issues warning about smart TV hacking
The FBI has a warning for consumers who bought a new smart TV for Cyber Monday or during the holiday weekend.
The FBI has a warning for consumers who bought a new smart TV for Cyber Monday or during the holiday weekend.
How to avoid getting scammed on Cyber Monday -- or any day
Online deals are being found on computer screens nationwide for Cyber Monday 2019. But Bryan Oglesby with the Better Business Bureau wants consumers to spot a great deal, from a crooked one.
Online deals are being found on computer screens nationwide for Cyber Monday 2019. But Bryan Oglesby with the Better Business Bureau wants consumers to spot a great deal, from a crooked one.
Tech-support scam victims can get a piece of Florida's settlement
A deadline is quickly approaching for Floridians affected by tech support scams to file claims for compensation through the attorney general's office.
A deadline is quickly approaching for Floridians affected by tech support scams to file claims for compensation through the attorney general's office.
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FBI: Beware of holiday scams
The FBI and Federal Trade Commission are teaming up to warn shoppers this holiday season.
The FBI and Federal Trade Commission are teaming up to warn shoppers this holiday season.
Shoppers braved big crowds on Black Friday
Shoppers braved big crowds on Black Friday. We found the parking lots filled to near capacity at Tampa Premium Outlets in Lutz.
Shoppers braved big crowds on Black Friday. We found the parking lots filled to near capacity at Tampa Premium Outlets in Lutz.
Holiday shopping kicks off following Thanksgiving dinner
Once the Thanksgiving meals wrapped up, holiday shoppers were out in full force Thursday night with the hopes of finding the best deals.
Once the Thanksgiving meals wrapped up, holiday shoppers were out in full force Thursday night with the hopes of finding the best deals.
Black Friday and Cyber Monday: Why our brains love good deals
Black Friday is predicted to lure 36 percent of American consumers into making purchases this year, and it turns out those door-buster deals are playing into the way our brains are wired.
Black Friday is predicted to lure 36 percent of American consumers into making purchases this year, and it turns out those door-buster deals are playing into the way our brains are wired.
Bugs could live in your Christmas tree — here are some ways to get rid of them
Before you head out and pick a real Christmas tree, here are some tips on how to keep the bugs that may be living inside it out of your house.
Before you head out and pick a real Christmas tree, here are some tips on how to keep the bugs that may be living inside it out of your house.
Higher tree prices won't dampen most shoppers' Christmas spirit
Whether you’re looking for a massive Christmas tree or just a simple 'Charlie Brown' special, you’re probably going to pay more for it this year.
Whether you’re looking for a massive Christmas tree or just a simple 'Charlie Brown' special, you’re probably going to pay more for it this year.
Black Friday smart TV buyers should take this FBI cybersecurity advice
The FBI is offering cybersecurity advice to people who purchase new smart TVs on Black Friday.
The FBI is offering cybersecurity advice to people who purchase new smart TVs on Black Friday.