3 days agoTackling 3 main issues in beauty world: Acne, wrinkles and busting beauty mythsLet's face it, with so many brands, choices, and ingredients all promising similar results, going to the drug store to find the right skincare products can be overwhelmin...
Drivers wait in lines at Southeast gas stations after pipeline hack leads to distribution problems, panic-buying
Higher prices at gas pumps, grocery stores may be here to stayHave you noticed you’re paying more at the gas pump or grocery store? That’s because prices are up.
Will cyberattack on pipeline drive gas prices higher?As the shutdown of a major fuel pipeline entered into its fifth day, efforts are underway to stave off potential fuel shortages, though no widespread disruptions were evi...
Jacksonville police warn of spike in scam callsThe Jacksonville Sheriff's Office posted a message on social media Tuesday warning citizens of a rise in reported scam calls.
Can technology help prevent deaths of children in hot cars?Safety advocates hope new technology will help prevent one of the most tragic accidents -- a child’s death inside a hot car.
Higher prices at gas pumps, grocery stores may be here to stayHave you noticed you’re paying more at the gas pump or grocery store? That’s because prices are up.
How to save your family of 4 about $1,500 a yearListen to this: Consumer Reports says by cutting back on food waste, a family of four can save about $1,500 a year.
Consumer Reports: What to buy in May this yearWith Mother’s Day and Memorial Day right around the corner, May is a month with lots of sales and deals to be had—you just need to know where to find them!
With home sales on the rise, don’t fall for moving scams!With an increase in home sales comes more demand for movers, and Florida officials are warning consumers to avoid moving-related scams.
Global chip shortage limiting supply of carsHaving trouble finding a rental car or have you noticed prices for cars has gone up? There’s a reason for that: Car manufacturers just don’t have the supply.
How to save your family of 4 about $1,500 a yearListen to this: Consumer Reports says by cutting back on food waste, a family of four can save about $1,500 a year.
Unclaimed property auction raises nearly $900,000Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis announced Wednesday that the most recent Florida Unclaimed Property Online Auction brought in an impressive $899,000, with 59,000 i...
Bug Off: Advice for battling feisty mosquitoes this seasonPeter McHugh from Nader’s Pest Raiders has some insights on how to prevent pest-breeding conditions.
Peloton recalls treadmills, halts sales, after a child diesPeloton is recalling about 125,000 of its treadmills.
Peloton recalls 2 treadmills after child death, injuries reportedThe U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Peloton on Wednesday announced two separate voluntary recalls of Peloton’s Tread+ and Tread treadmills.
Don’t fall for fake job scams, FBI warns; Here’s how to spot themIf you are looking for a job, FBI Jacksonville is warning about scammers posing as legitimate businesses to steal your money and personal information.
Pandora to stop using mined diamondsPandora, one of the top jewelry companies in the world, announced today that they have decided to stop using mined diamonds in their collection. The company will now focu...
Consumer Reports: What to buy in May this yearWith Mother’s Day and Memorial Day right around the corner, May is a month with lots of sales and deals to be had—you just need to know where to find them!
Did you know many health insurance plans will reimburse you for sunscreen?Sunscreen can range in price from $5 to $40 a bottle, but did you know you can actually get your money back under a lot of health care plans?
What’s the best sunscreen for your family? Consumer Reports has you coveredSummer is right around the corner, and we're all eager to get out of the house, but before you head out into the sun, make sure you have the right protection.
If the person with you was choking, would you know what to do?Even people trained on CPR, the Heimlich maneuver and other lifesaving techniques are not always confident how they would react if called upon in an emergency situation.
Pool owners facing chlorine shortage as summer approachesAccording to experts, there is a shortage of chlorine because of a fire at a chemical plant in Louisiana that happened in August.
Effort to protect consumer data privacy stalls in FloridaAn effort that would have allowed Floridians to regain ownership of the personal information companies collect has stalled.
Are your unused travel vouchers about to expire? How to keep them from going to wasteThere are billions of dollars in unused vouchers as travel came to a standstill this past year, and those vouchers will expire.
Safety concerns prompt Consumer Reports to remove Peloton Tread+ from its ratingsConsumer Reports has temporarily removed the Peloton Tread+ from its treadmill ratings, and it is no longer recommending the product.
Swipe left on ‘flushable’ wipes. Why a bidet seat could save your bottom lineAny type of wipe can wreak havoc on sewer and septic systems because they don’t break down like toilet paper does. But there is another option for people who prefer that ...
COVID vaccines are free, FTC reminds, so don’t pay for them!No matter what anyone tells you, you can’t buy COVID-19 vaccines online and there’s no out-of-pocket cost to get the shots.
Ready to pay more? DeSantis signs online sales tax lawGov. Ron DeSantis late Monday signed into law a plan to require out-of-state online retailers to collect sales taxes on purchases made by Floridians, with the estimated $...
Why mental health apps aren’t as private as you might thinkConsumer Reports warns, sharing deeply personal and sensitive information on some virtual platforms might not be as private as you think.
Don’t let job scams block your path forwardScammers post ads online or in print for a variety of jobs. They sometimes even pretend to represent well-known companies or the government but these ads are really just ...
What’s in 3 proposed sales tax holidays in FloridaTens of millions of dollars in tax breaks could be in our future.
Secret Deals: How to shop Amazon and saveWith so much online spending happening, how can you save money on this site?
Don’t open your door to grandparent scams, FTC warnsWhen it comes to scammers, nothing is sacred — including the bond between grandparent and grandchild.
What to do if you get a surprise ambulance bill after a medical emergencyWhile Congress is finally helping with surprise medical bills by passing new legislation, Consumer Reports warns something important was left out of the new law.
How not to spend that big government checkSo you got a big tax refund or perhaps a few thousand dollars in a stimulus check? How do you make that money work for you?
Scammers target loved ones of COVID-19 victimsGovernment imposters may have hit a new low with a scheme that targets the grieving survivors of people who died of COVID-19 by offering them help to pay for their loved ...
Consumer Reports tests to find best vinyl sidingCompared to wood, vinyl and other siding alternatives are easier to maintain and cost less, too.
Is store-bought rotisserie chicken healthy?Rotisserie chickens from the grocery store are tasty, convenient, and inexpensive. And chicken is a high-protein, low-saturated-fat meat. But don’t assume all rotisserie ...
Don’t fall for a COVID-19 vaccine scamIt can be frustrating while you wait to become eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine, and it can also be confusing while you try to navigate the process. Consumer Reports warns...
Allergies in the time of COVID: Are we sure there’s still a ‘season’?Consumer Reports has some simple ways to tell the difference and some advice on overcoming annoying allergy symptoms.
Florida gas prices flirting with $3 a gallonGas prices in Florida are averaging nearly $3 a gallon for the first time in three years.
Anti-inflammatory diet tips to tryConsumer Reports reveals which foods to avoid and how to jump-start an anti-inflammatory diet for better health.
‘Accept cookies?’ Why you might want to click ‘no’It’s a question that you likely get asked multiple times a day while using the internet: Will you accept the cookies for the website?
How the pandemic may hurt your credit score. And what to do about itConsumer Reports investigates the problem and reveals what you need to do to check and clean up your credit report.