How risky is dining out during the COVID-19 pandemic?

There is some risk, but health officials say you can take precautions to minimize your exposure to the virus.

Supreme Court upholds cellphone robocall ban

The case, argued by telephone in May because of the coronavirus pandemic, only arose after Congress in 2015 created an exception in the law that allows the automated calls for collection of government debt.

Volvo Cars recalls nearly 2.1 million cars worldwide

Volvo Cars says it is recalling nearly 2.1 million vehicles worldwide as a preventive measure after the company discovered that a steel wire connected to the front seat belts can be weakened.

Save Me Steve: Summer Products
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Instead of vacations and family gatherings this summer you may find yourself social distancing and celebrating at home. Consumer reporter Steve Noviello has products to add a splash to the season. More: facebook.com/savemesteve

US consumer spending up 8.2%, partly erasing record plunge

Friday’s Commerce Department report showed that Americans stepped up their spending in May despite a 4.2% decline in personal income, which had soared by 10.8% the previous month.

Dallas admits housing payment plan did not help the needy

The Dallas City Council admits the COVID-19 mortgage and rental assistance program failed to help the people who needed it most.

Save Me Steve: Better Sleep
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Worried about the economy or losing your job? Have concerns over COVID-19? What will school look like this fall? There are plenty of questions that can keep you up at night. Consumer reporter Steve Noviello shares products designed to help you rest easier. More: facebook.com/savemesteve

FDA warns people to steer clear of these 9 hand sanitizers

Nine products manufactured by Eskbiochem, which are still on the market, may contain methanol, which can be poisonous if absorbed through the skin or ingested, the FDA said in a letter.

Delta to re-start flights from U.S. to China on June 25

Delta Air Lines will resume flights between the U.S. and China on June 25, operating twice per week between Seattle and Shanghai-Pudong via Seoul-Incheon. Starting in July, Delta will fly once per week from Seattle and Detroit to Shanghai also via Incheon.

Carnival Cruise Line cancels all sailings until October amid coronavirus pandemic

"Please continue to take care of yourself and your loved ones," Carnival wrote. "Your health and safety are important to us whether you're are on land or on one of our ships."

FDA warns of hand sanitizers containing toxic chemicals

According to the FDA, substantial methanol exposure "can result in nausea, vomiting, headache, blurred vision, permanent blindness, seizures, coma, permanent damage to the nervous system or death."