RECALL ROUNDUP: Federal regulators recall BlendJet 2 blenders, kids’ play dress-up sets and fish fillets
The Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled 4.8 million BlendJet 2 Portable Blenders.
Continue ReadingThe Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled 4.8 million BlendJet 2 Portable Blenders.
Continue ReadingTesla has recalled over 2 million of its vehicles over its autopilot feature.
Continue ReadingTiblue stainless-steel children’s cups have been recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Continue ReadingThe Better Business Bureau warns the season of giving creates an opportunity for scammers to attempt to line their own pockets.
Continue ReadingCOLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Better Business Bureau said most holiday shoppers are planning to buy at least half of their gifts online this year, and cyber criminals are trying to take advantage. The National Retail Federation said online shopping is expected to increase between 7%-9% this year from 2022, up to more than $270 billion.
Continue ReadingThe Food and Drug Administration has expanded its recall after the pouches can lead to possible lead exposure.
Continue ReadingOn Friday, Murry’s, a restaurant in Columbia, posted on Facebook that some people nominating veterans for a gift card may have gotten messages from scammers.
Continue ReadingStudent loan repayments have begun this month for the first time in three years, and officials are warning borrowers to beware of scams.
Continue ReadingThe USDA is reporting losses in the meat industry, as high costs and low demand are increasing production. Meanwhile, consumers are still facing high prices at the grocery store.
Continue ReadingIt’s that time of year when new backpacks are bought, school boxes are filled and pencils are sharpened, but this year, it could also burn a hole in people’s wallets.
Continue ReadingJEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) A spokesperson for MFA Oil Company said it resolved the unleaded fuel issues at its Break Time gas stations and sales of unleaded fuel resumed. Sales of unleaded fuel were put to a halt after a fuel mix-up caused Break Time to partially shut down seven locations. An investigation revealed fuel
Continue ReadingBiden will call on Congress to suspend federal gasoline and diesel taxes until September, according to reports.
Continue ReadingThe Missouri attorney general is urging residents to take proactive steps to protect their information from identity theft if they think they might have been impacted by the data breach in August 2021 at T-Mobile.
Continue ReadingCOLUMBIA, Mo., (KMIZ) Cyber Monday is known for its deals but it also creates opportunities for scammers. The National Retail Federation says that Americans will spend between $10 and $11 billion dollars this Cyber Monday. The Better Business Bureau says shoppers should be cautious to avoid potential misleading websites, advertisements and untrustworthy sellers. If a
Continue ReadingThe BBB Scam Tracker is receiving reports of con artists creating fake airline ticket booking sites or customer service numbers.
Continue ReadingCOLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Internal Revenue Service is warning about a new wave of COVID-19 related scams regarding stimulus checks. The IRS says scammers are contacting people trying to get them to verify personal or financial information before issuing an economic impact payment. The IRS says it will not contact you to request any personal
Continue ReadingSome grills are being recalled over a potential safety issue. A recall was issued Thursday for certain Royal Gourmet grills. The recall covers the two-burner patio grill with the following SKUs: RGTC1022, RGTC1023, RGTC1024, RGTC1025. The recall affects about 1,100 units. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the grill’s plastic regulator hose can melt,
Continue ReadingHy-Vee has expanded a recall of salads because they could potentially be contaminated with Cyclospora, which could make people sick.
Continue ReadingJEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt confirms his office is investigating 951 price gouging complaints related to COVID-19. The number of consumer complaints has increased every week since mid-March when ABC 17 News started monitoring the data. The number of complaints reported on April 10 are 30 times higher than they were
Continue ReadingJEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) The Missouri Attorney General’s office said it has received more than 500 price gouging complaints in the past two weeks related to COVID-19. Chris Nuelle, Press Secretary with the Missouri Attorney General’s office, said it has received 534 complaints as of Wednesday. Attorney General Eric Schmitt says some of the top
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