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December 21, 2009
Shoppers pack stores for last-minute gifts
Monday’s chilly weather couldn’t keep shoppers from taking care of some last-minute gifts.
Web retailers extend deadlines, offer deals
(AP) - The East Coast snowstorm may have given a boost to online retailers, with Web shopping Friday and Saturday jumping 24 percent from the same days a year ago.
Cell phone radiation debate back in the headlines
Does radiation from cell phones cause cancer? It’s an old debate that’s back in the headlines, as some communities consideration legislation to post warnings on phones.
San Francisco wants to be the first city to have cell phones carry warnings that they may cause brain cancer. It’s puts the progressive city at odds with the FCC and a multi billion dollar business.
Michelle Gielan is here with more.
Many take dim view of new-fangled Christmas lights
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) - Some people are resisting the switch from old-style, torpedo-shaped Christmas lights to energy-efficient bulbs for their holiday decorations.
December 20, 2009
Shipping giants rush to deliver holiday packages
(AP) - The holiday shipping crunch is expected to peak Monday for UPS.
December 18, 2009
Shoppers, wary of credit cards, get creative
NEW YORK (AP) - Shoppers are getting creative this holiday season in an effort to keep their credit cards in their wallets.
December 17, 2009
Long lines a regular sight at Greenville UPS store
We’re in the holiday home stretch and many are racing to get those last minute presents mailed out to friends and family.
Today is Free Shipping Day!
More than 700 stores are offering free shipping, guaranteeing delivery by Christmas Eve!
Survey: Christmas shoppers who wait too long could be disappointed
YONKERS, N.Y. (AP) - Many consumers are procrastinating on their holiday shopping, and becoming more debt conscious.
December 16, 2009
On Your Side: Toy Safety Tips
It may seem silly to think about but remember to keep your children safe as they unwrap their presents this year.
December 15, 2009
Free Shipping Day: Ship now, avoid paying more later
The busiest mailing day of the year has come and passed.
50 million blinds recalled as strangulation hazard
WASHINGTON (AP) - The government and the window covering industry are recalling more than 50 million Roman-style shades and roll-up blinds because of the risk children may be strangled by the cords.
December 14, 2009
Falling-TV deaths remain concern even amid LCD fad
PHILADELPHIA (AP) - Studies suggest that the number of children killed or injured by falling television has risen even as more consumers replace their clunky old TVs with lighter flat screens.
December 11, 2009
WALLET WATCH: Using alcohol to keep the bugs away
You can stay green but save money around the house too.
December 10, 2009
Better Business Bureau warns consumers about holiday scams
The Better Business Bureau is sending out a warning about online holiday scams.
On Your Side: Dangers come with festive holiday ligts and decorations
Lights and decorations can make for a festive holiday, but if you aren’t careful there are dangers that come with those decorations.
December 08, 2009
CPSC: 2 deaths lead to hammock recall
WASHINGTON (AP) - About 24,000 Amby Baby Motion Beds are being recalled after two infant deaths. The hammock-like beds are marketed to parents of fussy babies with colic or reflux.
CPSC: Zhu Zhu Pets don’t violate safety standards
Zhu Zhu Pets, one of the holiday season’s hottest toys, do not violate safety standards.
Bayer recalls 100K Alka Seltzer cold caps packages
WASHINGTON (AP) - Bayer Healthcare is recalling 100,000 packages of Alka-Seltzer cold capsules because some do not properly display warning information about drowsiness.
Report: Consumers paying off credit instead of indulging in shopping sprees
Americans seem to be doing a better job handling their credit cards.
December 07, 2009
Texas Oysters Linked to Norovirus Cases in NC, SC
The FDA says oysters from San Antonio Bay, Texas, are linked to dozens of cases of the highly contagious norovirus in North and South Carolina.
December 04, 2009
Company says recalled cat food made in SC
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - An executive of a pet food company says cat food that was subject of a recall announcement this week was made at a South Carolina plant.
December 03, 2009
Wal-Mart slashing video game prices ahead of Christmas holiday
Good news for folks with video games on their Christmas list. Video game prices are plummeting!
Holiday Shoppers Save with Secret Santa Sites
Secret Santa has long since been a popular holiday gift giving tool at the workplace… but in this economy it’s becoming increasingly popular for families, and some websites and retailers are helping to make it easier.
December 02, 2009
Congress scrambles to extend estate tax
WASHINGTON (AP) - Congress is working to extend the estate tax.
Electronics soar; clothing, luxury stumble in November
NEW YORK (AP) - Industry estimates show that electronics sellers and online merchants thrived in November, particularly at the start of the holiday shopping season.
December 01, 2009
96 million Americans took advantage of Cyber Monday deals
So far, a successful Cyber Monday is in the books.
Credit card companies increasing rates ahead of new federal guidelines
A holiday greeting may be on the way from your credit card company, but it may not be one you want.
Govt proposes tougher side air bag requirements
WASHINGTON (AP) - The government wants to require larger and stronger side air bags on new cars and trucks.
Sam Adams releases controversial new beer, “Utopia”
BOSTON (AP) - It’s Sam Adams with quite a punch—and a price to match.
