Scam Alert: Don't dial with a voice controlled device
Ask Siri for answers. Ask Google Home to set your thermostat or ask Alexa to play your favorite song. But consumer reporter Steve Noviello says you should never ask your AI assistant to look up and then dial a number. The Better Business Bureau reports scammers are starting to exploit that feature.
Ask Siri for answers. Ask Google Home to set your thermostat or ask Alexa to play your favorite song. But consumer reporter Steve Noviello says you should never ask your AI assistant to look up and then dial a number. The Better Business Bureau reports scammers are starting to exploit that feature.
Consumers warned about jury duty and imposter scams
If someone claiming to be a law enforcement official calls and asks you to pay up with a prepaid debit card, don’t fall for it. It’s likely a scam!
If someone claiming to be a law enforcement official calls and asks you to pay up with a prepaid debit card, don’t fall for it. It’s likely a scam!
Federal energy program suggests keeping thermostat set at 78 degrees — 82 while you sleep
To keep your home cool with central air conditioning while also optimizing energy efficiency (and therefore cost), keep the temperature at 78 degrees Fahrenheit or higher.
To keep your home cool with central air conditioning while also optimizing energy efficiency (and therefore cost), keep the temperature at 78 degrees Fahrenheit or higher.
Electricity providers urge conservation as high temps strain power grid
This stretch of brutal heat has pushed the state's electrical grid to issue conservation alerts.
This stretch of brutal heat has pushed the state's electrical grid to issue conservation alerts.
How the rules for DFW homebuyers have changed
The bad news for potential home buyers is that houses in most markets across the country, including Dallas-Fort Worth, are becoming increasingly unaffordable as prices rise at a faster pace than household income, mortgage lending expert Anna DeSimone says.
The bad news for potential home buyers is that houses in most markets across the country, including Dallas-Fort Worth, are becoming increasingly unaffordable as prices rise at a faster pace than household income, mortgage lending expert Anna DeSimone says.
Save Me Steve: Everyday Life Hacks
Why didn't I think of that? Consumer reporter Steve Noviello shares some ways to do life... just a little bit better. Even better, each solution costs less than a quarter.
Why didn't I think of that? Consumer reporter Steve Noviello shares some ways to do life... just a little bit better. Even better, each solution costs less than a quarter.
These gadgets will help you get ready for school
Forget the No. 2 pencils. There are gadgets to be had for school this year. Tech expert Steve Greenberg is the author of Gadget Nation. He stopped by Good Day to show off some of his favorite learning gadgets for kids.
Forget the No. 2 pencils. There are gadgets to be had for school this year. Tech expert Steve Greenberg is the author of Gadget Nation. He stopped by Good Day to show off some of his favorite learning gadgets for kids.
On Your Side: Toyota owner hits speed bump when odometer stops
A car so dependable... it drives farther than the odometer is designed to count.
A car so dependable... it drives farther than the odometer is designed to count.
Save Me Steve: Get the most out of the Equifax breach settlement
There is a lot of confusion about the offer to much of America for $125 in the infamous Equifax data breach settlement.
There is a lot of confusion about the offer to much of America for $125 in the infamous Equifax data breach settlement.
Save Me Steve: Tech to wind down the summer
Whether you're still savoring the summer or starting to think about school, consumer reporter Steve Noviello talks about the gadgets to grab.
Whether you're still savoring the summer or starting to think about school, consumer reporter Steve Noviello talks about the gadgets to grab.
What you should know about the Equifax breach settlement
Equifax's $700 million settlement with the U.S. government over a massive 2017 data breach includes up to $425 million for consumers. The breach was one of the largest ever to threaten private information, affecting 147 million people. The compromised data included Social Security numbers, birth dates, addresses, driver license numbers, credit card numbers and in some cases, data from...
Equifax's $700 million settlement with the U.S. government over a massive 2017 data breach includes up to $425 million for consumers. The breach was one of the largest ever to threaten private information, affecting 147 million people. The compromised data included Social Security numbers, birth dates, addresses, driver license numbers, credit card numbers and in some cases, data from...
Troubled North Texas KamKad dealerships cleared out
The car lots are being cleared out at two North Texas car dealerships.
The car lots are being cleared out at two North Texas car dealerships.
Save Me Steve: Consumers kept in the dark about potential product safety concerns
Products in homes across the country may put you at risk every day. But the Consumer Product Safety Commission is prohibited from telling you about them.
Products in homes across the country may put you at risk every day. But the Consumer Product Safety Commission is prohibited from telling you about them.
Save Me Steve: Amazon Prime Day Deals
Shoppers are taking advantage of more than a million deals over two days. But if you're only focused on the deals Amazon has to offer, consumer guy Steve Noviello says you're missing out! He talks about more ways to save.
Shoppers are taking advantage of more than a million deals over two days. But if you're only focused on the deals Amazon has to offer, consumer guy Steve Noviello says you're missing out! He talks about more ways to save.
Recall issued for some hot dog, hamburger buns sold at Texas stores
A recall has been issued for multiple brands of hot dog and hamburger buns sold in stores across the country.
A recall has been issued for multiple brands of hot dog and hamburger buns sold in stores across the country.
UT Austin leaders approve free tuition for students whose families make less than $65K
The University of Texas System Board of Regents voted Tuesday to establish a $160 million endowment from a distribution of the state's Permanent University Fund to generate money for financial assistance beginning in fall 2020.
The University of Texas System Board of Regents voted Tuesday to establish a $160 million endowment from a distribution of the state's Permanent University Fund to generate money for financial assistance beginning in fall 2020.
You can get a free Chick-fil-A entree if you dress like a cow on 'Cow Appreciation Day'
Chick-fil-A will give you free food if you dress “udderly crazy.”
Chick-fil-A will give you free food if you dress “udderly crazy.”
7-Eleven offers free slurpees on 7/11 and 7/12
It's that time of year again!
It's that time of year again!
Kohl's will now pack and ship your eligible Amazon returns for free
Kohl's is now accepting returns for Amazon - and will pack and ship the items for you.
Kohl's is now accepting returns for Amazon - and will pack and ship the items for you.
Salmonella outbreak linked to pig ear dog treats, the CDC warns
Certain dog treats could send you to the hospital.
Certain dog treats could send you to the hospital.