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CONSUMER NEWS


53 minutes ago

Ahhh Choo! House cleaning mistakes that make allergies worse

Maintaining a clean house can go a long way in keeping your allergies in check, but how you clean can make them worse.

12 hours ago

Online and mobile banking: Day 6 of problems for VyStar Credit Union members

An outage of VyStar Credit Union’s web and mobile banking platforms is now on day 5.

20 hours ago

What questions do you have about the baby formula shortage?

The head of the Food and Drug Administration is facing congressional lawmakers for the first time over the national shortage of baby formula, the Associated Press reported Thursday.

22 hours ago

Park outdoors: Ford recalls SUVs due to engine fire risk

Ford is asking the owners of 350,000 vehicles in to take them to dealers for repairs in three recalls, including about 39,000 that should be parked outdoors because the engines can catch fire.

1 day ago

VyStar Credit Union customers are frustrated after 5 days of online banking problems

An outage of VyStar Credit Union’s web and mobile banking platforms is now on day 5.

1 day ago

Best mid-sized SUVs that keep drivers, passengers safe during crashes

New crash data show more than half of all mid-sized SUVs earned positive ratings for keeping drivers and passengers safe during side-impact crashes.

1 day ago

Saving on travel: How to avoid unexpected, expensive airline fees

From gas to groceries, with prices on everything inching higher and higher, we still want to find ways to get away for a bargain. The problem is, just when you think you found a deal on a flight, you realize the price doesn’t include those annoying fees -- everything from checked bags to selecting a seat.

2 days ago

Trust Index: Social media posts claim there’s a trick you can use through Amazon to find baby formula

Posts are circulating on social media, saying, if you have trouble finding baby formula, there’s a trick you can use through Amazon. So News4JAX decided to put the claim through our Trust Index.

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2 days ago

Home grown produce: How you can save on increased grocery prices

Growing your own produce could be a savvy solution to rising food costs.

2 days ago

Ways to make your car last over 200k miles

It’s not just a point of pride crossing 200,000 miles, it’s also a money-saver because you’re not buying a new car.

3 days ago

Consumer Alert: Attorney general warns Georgians of price gouging amid baby formula shortage

The Georgia attorney general issued a warning Monday afternoon, urging consumers to beware of price gouging and other scams in response to the nationwide baby formula shortage.

3 days ago

Holy smokes! Breaking down the 4 distinct regions of BBQ in the U.S.

In honor of Monday being National Barbecue Day, here is an explainer on what the four regions of barbecue is in the U.S.

3 days ago

Going up: Florida gas prices reach new record highs, AAA says

Florida’s average price jumped about 30 cents in the past week.

How cost of diesel fuel is affecting local truck drivers, businesses

As gasoline prices continue to rise, people who have to fill their vehicles up with diesel are having to take even more money out of their wallets.

Are high diesel fuel prices affecting your travel habits or business? We want to hear from you.

With gas prices at an all-time high for the fifth day in a row, and diesel prices remaining well over $5 a gallon, we know the costs might be having an affect on your decisions about travel or on your business.

New website launched to help parents find baby formula amid nationwide shortage

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has launched a new website to help parents find baby formula amid a nationwide shortage. Meanwhile, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is expected to make an announcement on infant formula imports amid the shortage that has sent parents scrambling to keep their babies fed, the federal agency said Friday.

RECALLS


22 hours ago

Park outdoors: Ford recalls SUVs due to engine fire risk

RECALL ALERT: Dole salads pulled due to Listeria concerns

Target recalls Letters to Santa holiday decoration

Fully cooked pork products recalled due to possible Listeria contamination

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STORIES FROM CONSUMER REPORTS


1 day ago

Best mid-sized SUVs that keep drivers, passengers safe during crashes

New crash data show more than half of all mid-sized SUVs earned positive ratings for keeping drivers and passengers safe during side-impact crashes.

1 day ago

Saving on travel: How to avoid unexpected, expensive airline fees

From gas to groceries, with prices on everything inching higher and higher, we still want to find ways to get away for a bargain. The problem is, just when you think you found a deal on a flight, you realize the price doesn’t include those annoying fees -- everything from checked bags to selecting a seat.

Plugged in Parenting: How to take advantage of parental control settings for kids, teens

The same companies that create addictive electronic devices are offering new ways to limit screen time, giving parents even more control.

MORE CONSUMER HEADLINES


Gas prices at all-time high for 4th straight day

The price of gas in Florida averages $4.46 per gallon, AAA reported. That’s up 7 cents from Thursday.

Driving assistance tech continues to underperform in AAA tests

AAA experts said another round of testing for driving assistance systems revealed more inconsistencies with their performance -- resulting in crashes with a simulated car and bicyclist.

FDA is ‘working around the clock’ to address baby formula shortage, Psaki says

Parents tell News4JAX they don’t have many options and are desperately searching for formula.

Are ‘cheat days’ while on a diet or exercise regimen helpful or harmful?

A cheat day is essentially a day in which someone abandons their diet or disciplined eating, and eats items that aren’t very healthy.

Plugged in Parenting: How to take advantage of parental control settings for kids, teens

The same companies that create addictive electronic devices are offering new ways to limit screen time, giving parents even more control.

New tax incentive aims to make homes more resilient to storms, provide opportunity for owners to save on insurance

Starting this summer, the home hardening incentive removes sales tax from storm resistant windows, exterior doors and garage doors.

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Filling up with gas is costing drivers in Florida more than in Georgia

Floridians will see some relief through gas tax holiday -- but not until October

The average price of gas in Florida is $4.19 -- a year ago it was $2.88, according to AAA.

Soaring prices force families to turn to food banks as inflation also hurting food pantries

Families are not the only ones struggling with inflation rates soaring. According to Feeding America, food banks across the country are buying nearly as much food as they did last year, but are paying 40% more for that food.

Going under the hood with AAA as auto club releases annual car guide

If you’re in the market for a new car, AAA is releasing its annual car guide Thursday, giving drivers an unbiased understanding of the latest automotive technology.

Fed raises key rate by a half-point in bid to tame inflation

The Federal Reserve intensified its fight against the worst inflation in 40 years by raising its benchmark interest rate by a half-percentage point — its most aggressive move since 2000 — and signaling further large rate hikes to come.

How to have a healthy Cinco de Mayo

Because some of the indulgences for Cinco de Mayo can be loaded with fat, calories and sodium, Consumer Reports has some tips to celebrate and stay healthy.

Safe & Sound: Products to protect your pets and keep them comfortable

We want to help you keep your pets safe and sound. We want to help you protect them from danger, but we also want to give you expert advice to help keep them comfy and cozy at home. That’s where Consumer Reports comes in.

Here are the deals are up for grabs in May

May is expected to have lots of sales you just need to know where to find them. Mother's Day is this Sunday, May 8, and Memorial Day is still a few weeks away -- Monday the 30th.

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CBP warns of telephone scam

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is warning about a scam involving people pretending to be agents to get your money.

Time to travel? Whether it’s a day trip or an overnight stay, here’s how to save some cash

We know a lot of you are pinching pennies these days, and we wanted to help. Summer travel season is just around the corner, so to help you save some dough while you're making those plans, we crunched the numbers on two key factors: how to save money on gas and whether a hotel or a vacation rental is the right choice for your trip.

Could America be heading for a recession in 2023?

You may want to think twice about how much you’re spending.

Shopability Saturday highlights area businesses that employee those with Intellectual and Developmental Differences

Maple Street Biscuit Company is one of 150 IDD inclusive businesses across Jacksonville participating in Shopability Saturday, which allows customers to shop and dine at the inclusive businesses, which can be found on an interactive map at https://connectablejax.com/shopability/.

Budget Buster: Beating inflation at the supermarket

According to the Consumer Price Index, food prices rose 7% from January 2021 to January 2022. That’s the largest 12-month increase in 40 years.

Juice cleanse: Does it work? Is it safe?

Juicing involves drinking only extracted juice from fruits and vegetables for a couple of days. But does it work and is it safe?

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5 reasons why having a landline phone can still be beneficial

While many are turning to cellphones because they are cheaper and can be used anywhere, there still is some value to having a landline.

As gas prices rise, hybrids make even more sense, but which are best?

As Consumer Reports explains, there are lots of other good reasons—in addition to fuel economy—to consider buying a hybrid vehicle.

Babysitting rates soar past $20 an hour

There’s one industry heavily impacted by inflation, but it won’t shock parents.

Earth Day: How to reduce your environmental impact at home

In honor of Earth Day, on April 22, Consumer Reports has some simple ways to cut back on plastic and food scraps to help the environment.

CDC issues alert about unusual hepatitis cases in kids

The CDC is asking physicians nationwide to be on the lookout for these unusual cases.

Air fryers, air fryer ovens recalled due to fire, burn hazards

Best Buy has recalled thousands of air fryers and air fryer ovens due to fire and burn hazards, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Be Green and Save Green: Lower your energy bills with these eco-friendly changes

Consumer Reports says a few simple, eco-friendly changes (and the right detergent) in the laundry room can help lower your energy bills.

Cutting boards and knife sharpeners on a budget

If your cutting boards and kitchen knives have seen better days, listen up! Consumer Reports’ latest tests reveal some affordable upgrades to make meal prep and cleanup fast and easy.

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