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New Study Links Herbicide Exposure to Early Colon Cancer Risk. What Latino Workers Need to Know Now New Study Links Herbicide Exposure to Early Colon Cancer Risk. What Latino Workers Need to Know Now
Consumer Alert April 21, 2026

New Study Links Herbicide Exposure to Early Colon Cancer Risk. What Latino Workers Need to Know Now

Herbicide exposure colon cancer risk is drawing new scrutiny as research links ... more

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30% of Consumers Are Underwater on Auto Loans at Trade-In 30% of Consumers Are Underwater on Auto Loans at Trade-In
Consumer Alert April 29, 2026

30% of Consumers Are Underwater on Auto Loans at Trade-In

A growing number of Americans are carrying thousands in negative equity into ... more

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Single? Divorced? Widowed? California Auto Insurance Ruling Could Affect Millions of Latino Drivers Single? Divorced? Widowed? California Auto Insurance Ruling Could Affect Millions of Latino Drivers
California July 19, 2026

Single? Divorced? Widowed? California Auto Insurance Ruling Could Affect Millions of Latino Drivers

A California court decision involving marital status and auto insurance pricing has ... more

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California E-Bike Injuries Increased Sharply From 2018 to 2024 California E-Bike Injuries Increased Sharply From 2018 to 2024
California July 20, 2026

California E-Bike Injuries Increased Sharply From 2018 to 2024

A UC San Diego study analyzing California Highway Patrol data found reported ... more

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Boyle Heights Warehouse Fire Cleanup Sparks Scam Warnings: Here’s How to Protect Yourself Boyle Heights Warehouse Fire Cleanup Sparks Scam Warnings: Here’s How to Protect Yourself
Consumer Alert June 26, 2026

Boyle Heights Warehouse Fire Cleanup Sparks Scam Warnings: Here’s How to Protect Yourself

As cleanup continues after the Boyle Heights warehouse fire, officials warn residents ... more

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Most Americans Encounter Suspected Scams. Few Report them, New Polls Find. Most Americans Encounter Suspected Scams. Few Report them, New Polls Find.
Consumer Alert June 28, 2026

Most Americans Encounter Suspected Scams. Few Report them, New Polls Find.

New national surveys reveal that scam calls, fake text messages, social media ... more

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If You Own a Kia or Hyundai, Your Car Might Be a Target Until 2042 If You Own a Kia or Hyundai, Your Car Might Be a Target Until 2042
Consumer Alert September 17, 2026

If You Own a Kia or Hyundai, Your Car Might Be a Target Until 2042

UCLA researchers say the deeper problem was never just social media. Certain ... more

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Amazon Prime $2.5 Billion Settlement: Who Qualifies for Refunds and How to Claim Amazon Prime $2.5 Billion Settlement: Who Qualifies for Refunds and How to Claim
Consumer Alert September 25, 2025

Amazon Prime $2.5 Billion Settlement: Who Qualifies for Refunds and How to Claim

  Learn who is eligible for compensation, how much you can receive, and ... more

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West Nile reaches 100 cases in L.A. County: What residents should know now West Nile reaches 100 cases in L.A. County: What residents should know now
California September 22, 2026

West Nile reaches 100 cases in L.A. County: What residents should know now

Los Angeles County has reported 100 West Nile virus infections and five ... more

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The Hidden Cost of Tariffs: Halloween Sales Plummet The Hidden Cost of Tariffs: Halloween Sales Plummet
Consumer Alert October 20, 2025

The Hidden Cost of Tariffs: Halloween Sales Plummet

Chris Zephro’s warehouse full of latex masks, “Saw” movie props, and zombie ... more

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Why California Homeowners Are Paying for Fires They Didn’t Experience Why California Homeowners Are Paying for Fires They Didn’t Experience
Consumer Alert July 2, 2026

Why California Homeowners Are Paying for Fires They Didn’t Experience

The latest court ruling isn't just about a $28 insurance fee. It's ... more

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A New Enamel-Repair Technology Is Now Being Tested in People A New Enamel-Repair Technology Is Now Being Tested in People
Consumer Alert September 22, 2026

A New Enamel-Repair Technology Is Now Being Tested in People

A technology that rebuilt damaged enamel in laboratory testing has entered a ... more

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Trump-Era Inflation Hits Home: Families Pay $1000 More Each Month Trump-Era Inflation Hits Home: Families Pay $1000 More Each Month
Consumer Alert November 14, 2025

Trump-Era Inflation Hits Home: Families Pay $1000 More Each Month

Democrats on the Congressional Joint Economic Committee released a report Thursday detailing ... more

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Blood Pressure Medication Recall: What Chlorthalidone and Ramipril Patients Should Check Blood Pressure Medication Recall: What Chlorthalidone and Ramipril Patients Should Check
Consumer Alert September 24, 2026

Blood Pressure Medication Recall: What Chlorthalidone and Ramipril Patients Should Check

Two prescription blood-pressure medications are involved in nationwide Class II recalls, including ... more

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Evenflo Car Seat Recall: Federal Officials Urge Families to Check Child Safety Seats Evenflo Car Seat Recall: Federal Officials Urge Families to Check Child Safety Seats
Consumer Alert January 9, 2026

Evenflo Car Seat Recall: Federal Officials Urge Families to Check Child Safety Seats

Evenflo car seat recall affects All4One 4-in-1 models sold nationwide, with free ... more

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