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March 18, 2010
Gov’t orders recall of 1.2 million high chairs
WASHINGTON (AP) - The government is announcing a recall of some 1.2 million high chairs, saying they pose a fall hazard to children.
Nissan to make electric vehicle in UK from 2013
TOKYO (AP) - Nissan Motor Co. says it will produce its electric vehicle, the Leaf, in England from early 2013.
Consumer Watch: Scam artists targeting 2010 Census
The 2010 Census has probably already hit your mailbox but now scam artists are using that to steal from you.
March 16, 2010
Honda to recall 410,000 vehicles for brake problem
DETROIT (AP) - Honda Motor Co. says it is recalling about 410,000 Odyssey minivans and Element small trucks because of problems with the brake pedals.
March 15, 2010
Continental Airlines to charge for food
ATLANTA (AP) - Continental Airlines is ending free hamburgers, barbecue and sandwich rolls for many of its passengers in favor of a food-for-sale program that mirrors what other carriers are already doing.
March 12, 2010
GM’s Lutz says hybrids, electrics are future
WARREN, Mich. - General Motors’ retiring vice chairman says GM will keep making big trucks and SUVs because U.S. buyers demand them.
March 11, 2010
Postal Service parent agency urges go-slow approach
WASHINGTON (AP) - Although the Postal Service is free to cut services and close locations as it sees fit, the Postal Regulatory Commission is urging the service to give residents more advance notice and take into consideration their concerns and comments.
March 10, 2010
Bank of America ends overdraft fees on debit cards
NEW YORK (AP) - It could be the beginning of the end of overdrawn accounts linked to debit cards.
March 09, 2010
Toyota’s latest headache? A runaway Prius
Toyota’s newest headache arrived at the El Cajon dealership on the back of a tow truck. and its owner came too.. to talk about his close call on a San Diego freeway.
Manufacturer expands pet food recall
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) - Nature’s Variety has expanded its recall of chicken-flavored pet food because of concerns over salmonella.
March 08, 2010
Complaints to BBB Up Nearly 10 percent in 2009
A new report shows consumer complaints rising across the country and the state.
Eastern NC restaurants almost tomato-less
Dept. of Agriculture: $15 worth of tomatoes a year ago will cost $25 today
Gas prices rising - again
We’ve seen gas prices spike over the last month.
March 05, 2010
Frigid Fla. winter is bad news for tomato lovers
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - Tomato lovers could soon be out of luck as a frigid Florida winter takes a toll on the state’s tomato crop.
Starbucks giving customers more buzz for their buck
PHOENIX (AP) - Sometimes a grande just isn’t grand enough.
March 04, 2010
On Your Side: Tax season is here. How about free file?
Tax season is here and there’s help if you’re looking to ease your fear of filing.
FDA taking action against deceptive food labeling
The Food and Drug Administration is taking action against deceptive food labeling.
The FDA says several big baby-food makers and other companies make inaccurate or exaggerated nutrition and health claims.
CBS’s Michelle Gielan has more.
March 02, 2010
Postal Service’s emerging model: Never on Saturday
WASHINGTON (AP) - The U.S. Postal Service is increasing the pressure for dropping Saturday home delivery as it seeks to fend off massive financial losses.
February 28, 2010
Kroger recalls 2 onion soup and dip mixes
CINCINNATI (AP) - Kroger Co. is recalling two onion soup and dip mixes because of possible salmonella contamination.
February 25, 2010
Toyota pledges to take safety `to the next level’
WASHINGTON (AP) - Toyota’s chief executive is wrapping up his apology tour of Washington.
February 24, 2010
Toyota chief: Electronics not to blame for problem
WASHINGTON (AP) - Toyota’s president is telling a congressional hearing there is no problem with the electronics of Toyota vehicles despite suggestions from some safety experts that there is a connection to unwanted acceleration.
February 23, 2010
Toyota’s US president apologizes for failures
WASHINGTON (AP) - The president of Toyota’s U.S. operations is apologizing for the company’s slow handling of sudden acceleration problems in its vehicles.
February 22, 2010
Alert for Twitter users, hackers stealing usernames and passwords
Security experts are warning of yet another phishing attack on Twitter.
February 17, 2010
More RI-made salami products recalled
BURRILLVILLE, R.I. (AP) - Federal officials say Rhode Island-based Daniele International is expanding its recall of salami products that may be contaminated with salmonella.
Toyota probing Corolla power-steering problems
TOKYO (AP) - Toyota’s quality control executive says the automaker is looking into possible power-steering problems with the Corolla subcompact, the world’s best-selling car, and is considering a recall.
February 15, 2010
Gov’t: 34 deaths alleged in Toyotas since 2000
WASHINGTON (AP) - The government has received new complaints alleging 34 deaths in Toyota vehicles due to sudden acceleration since 2000.
Wal-Mart to sell Live Nation tickets in stores
Abington, MA (AP) - Getting concert and event tickets could move from the computer screen to the checkout line.
February 12, 2010
Kroger, Shell make deal for gas discounts
CINCINNATI (AP) - The Kroger Co. and Shell Oil are combining forces to offer gas discounts for grocery shoppers at Shell stations.
February 11, 2010
VW recalls 200K cars in Brazil over wheel problem
SAO PAULO (AP) - Volkswagen is recalling nearly 200,000 cars in Brazil because of a problem with their rear wheels that could cause them to come loose and fall off.
February 10, 2010
More trouble for Toyota: New complaints from Corolla owners
Federal safety officials say they’re now looking into complaints from Corolla owners.
