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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.
Recall Roundup: QVC Oven Gloves, Anker Bluetooth Speakers, Polaris Vehicles pulled for safety
Read full article: Recall Roundup: QVC Oven Gloves, Anker Bluetooth Speakers, Polaris Vehicles pulled for safetySeveral popular products are recalled due to serious safety concerns, including QVC Oven Gloves, a lithium-ion Bluetooth speaker and off-road vehicles.
Consumer News: Proposed tariffs may hike Dollar Tree prices, Bitcoin tops $100K
Read full article: Consumer News: Proposed tariffs may hike Dollar Tree prices, Bitcoin tops $100KProposed tariffs could raise Dollar Tree prices. Bitcoin surpasses $100K after Trump's SEC pick. Survey finds alone time crucial for mental health, though many lack it during the holidays.
Gasolina baja casi 18 centavos en San Antonio, informa GasBuddy
Read full article: Gasolina baja casi 18 centavos en San Antonio, informa GasBuddyLos precios de la gasolina en San Antonio han bajado 17.6 centavos por galón en la última semana, con un promedio de $2.48 por galón este lunes, según GasBuddy.
Average gas prices down nearly 18 cents in San Antonio, GasBuddy reports
Read full article: Average gas prices down nearly 18 cents in San Antonio, GasBuddy reportsGas prices in the Alamo City have fallen 17.6 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.48 per gallon on Monday, according to GasBuddy.
West Side businesses highlight local culture, community on Small Business Saturday
Read full article: West Side businesses highlight local culture, community on Small Business SaturdaySeveral small West Side businesses came together and encouraged people to shop locally during Small Business Saturday.
¿Planea donar a organizaciones benéficas esta temporada? Conozca estos consejos antes de hacerlo
Read full article: ¿Planea donar a organizaciones benéficas esta temporada? Conozca estos consejos antes de hacerloLas fiestas son un momento en el que muchas personas abren sus carteras para donar a organizaciones benéficas, pero si no tienen cuidado, podrían estar donando a una estafa.
Giving to charity this holiday season? Know these tips before you donate
Read full article: Giving to charity this holiday season? Know these tips before you donateThe holidays are a time when many people open their wallets to donate to charities, but if you’re not careful, you could be donating to a scam.
Questions to ask before you hire someone to install your outdoor lights this holiday
Read full article: Questions to ask before you hire someone to install your outdoor lights this holidayMike Chapeau installs Christmas lights for clients during the holidays. He warns people to ask questions and wait for the work to be done before they hand over money.
Comisión Federal de Comercio descubre inconsistencias de precios en funerarias durante investigación
Read full article: Comisión Federal de Comercio descubre inconsistencias de precios en funerarias durante investigaciónLa Comisión Federal de Comercio realizó su primera investigación telefónica encubierta sobre la regla funeraria, y descubrió que varios proveedores de servicios funerarios no entregan la información de precios como lo exige la ley, según un nuevo informe.
Undercover FTC phone sweep uncovers pricing inaccuracies at funeral homes
Read full article: Undercover FTC phone sweep uncovers pricing inaccuracies at funeral homesThe Federal Trade Commission’s first-ever undercover Funeral Rule phone sweep found several funeral providers are not giving out pricing information to customers as required by law, according to a new report.
Aplicaciones de pago digital enfrentarán nueva supervisión federal bajo nueva regla
Read full article: Aplicaciones de pago digital enfrentarán nueva supervisión federal bajo nueva reglaLa Oficina de Protección Financiera del Consumidor ha finalizado una nueva normativa que introduce la supervisión federal para las principales aplicaciones de pago digital, como Venmo, Cash App y PayPal.
Digital payment apps face new federal oversight under new Consumer Financial Protection Bureau rule
Read full article: Digital payment apps face new federal oversight under new Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ruleThe Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has finalized a new rule introducing federal oversight for major digital payment apps like Venmo, Cash App, and PayPal. The rule takes effect 30 days after its publication in the Federal Register.
Recall Roundup: Medical King Bed Rails, Hallmark Ornament, Outdoor Essentials Planter Boxes pulled for safety
Read full article: Recall Roundup: Medical King Bed Rails, Hallmark Ornament, Outdoor Essentials Planter Boxes pulled for safetyThe recalls involve potential dangers such as risk of mold exposure, injury hazards and death by suffocation.
Federal Trade Commission offers free privacy and online safety program for children
Read full article: Federal Trade Commission offers free privacy and online safety program for childrenThe Federal Trade Commission's Youville program teaches kids ages 8-12 to understand privacy and online safety, advertising, spotting scams, and digital citizenship.
How the proposed Trump administration tariffs could impact your wallet
Read full article: How the proposed Trump administration tariffs could impact your walletA local economist and the National Retail Federation say the Trump administration’s proposed tariff policies on $3 trillion of U.S. imports, which could boost domestic manufacturing and create more jobs, will likely raise consumer prices.
How President-elect Trump’s proposed mass deportations could impact economy, your wallet
Read full article: How President-elect Trump’s proposed mass deportations could impact economy, your walletPresident-elect Donald Trump has promised to launch mass deportations as soon as he takes office. While the policy aims to target undocumented people, one local economist says the effects could ripple across the workforce, particularly in industries that rely on migrant labor.
Recall Roundup: Govee Electric Space Heaters, Quad Lock Battery Pack, Baofali Crib Bumpers pulled for safety
Read full article: Recall Roundup: Govee Electric Space Heaters, Quad Lock Battery Pack, Baofali Crib Bumpers pulled for safetySeveral popular products have been recalled due to serious safety concerns, including a Wolf Appliance, battery pack and crib bumpers.
Suscripciones sin trampas: la FTC combate prácticas engañosas
Read full article: Suscripciones sin trampas: la FTC combate prácticas engañosas¿Alguna vez has intentado cancelar una suscripción y terminaste más frustrado que cuando te inscribiste? Eso está a punto de cambiar gracias a una nueva regla aprobada por la Comisión Federal de Comercio de Estados Unidos.
Best shopping deals in November
Read full article: Best shopping deals in NovemberThanksgiving is later this year, which means those big Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales are closer to Christmas, but that doesn’t mean you can’t find a bargain earlier in the month. Consumer Reports hand-picked some of the best November deals to help you start the holiday shopping season.
Freír un pavo en casa puede ser riesgoso, sigue estos pasos para prevenir incendios
Read full article: Freír un pavo en casa puede ser riesgoso, sigue estos pasos para prevenir incendiosUno de los errores más peligrosos es sumergir el pavo antes de que esté completamente descongelado. Hacerlo rápidamente crea una peligrosa bola de fuego.