Save Me Steve: Just Between Friends Sale

Steve Noviello is a new dad and on a budget like many families. He's always on the lookout for a good day. That's why the Just Between Friends consignment sale in Mesquite is the perfect spot for him.

Save Me Steve: Ibotta Savings App

Forget about clipping coupons. You can still save money no matter where you shop. And that's true if you shop online or in a store. Consumer reporter Steve Noviello has the details and some free money to get you started.

Texas AG files first 3 price gouging lawsuits

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed several lawsuits against Texas businesses that allegedly gouged consumers who needed food, shelter, fuel and other essentials during Hurricane Harvey.

Apple unveils $999 iPhone X with facial recognition

CUPERTINO, Calif. (AP) - The Latest on the Apple event at its headquarters in California (all times local): 10:45 a.m. Apple is coming out with a new smartwatch designed to be less dependent on the iPhone. Apple Watch will still require a companion iPhone. However, a new model comes with cellular access, so it will be possible to do more - such as receiving messages - while the phone is at...

Steve Noviello's Mailbag: Exit row seating, construction & Equifax

You've got questions, he's got answers. Consumer reporter Steve Noviello lets you know all about exit row squeezing, construction site stalling and waiving your right to sue Equifax.

Apple may test the bounds of iPhone love with a $1,000 model

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Apple is expected to sell its fanciest iPhone yet for $1,000, crossing into a new financial frontier that will test how much consumers are willing to pay for a device that's become an indispensable part of modern life.

FEMA launches rumor control page in light of hurricanes

FEMA has launched a rumor control page to help halt misinformation about  disasters and emergencies from spreading online.

On Your Side: Equifax Data Breach

Credit reporting giant Equifax announced a huge security breach affecting 143 million people.

Save Me Steve: Storm Preparedness Tips

From getting supplies to keeping track of your neighbors consumer reporter, Steve Noviello, offers up his best tips so you are ready during the next emergency. 

Gas prices spike as refineries remain shut

NEW YORK (AP) - Gas prices hit a high for the year on Labor Day as refineries work to recover after Harvey. As of Monday, the nationwide average for a gallon of gas was averaged $2.638, according to the AAA. That's up from $2.45 on Thursday. Gas prices are expected to decline by mid- to late September because early reports do not show significant damage to refineries in Corpus Christi and...

Now at Whole Foods: Cheaper milk, 'farm fresh' Amazon Echo

NEW YORK (AP) - A half-gallon of milk was 50 cents cheaper at a Whole Foods in New York. Ground beef was down by $2 a pound. And an organic avocado cost a buck less.

Whole Foods prices to dip after Amazon buyout

Amazon will finalize its planned $13.7 billion acquisition of Whole Foods Market on Monday and begin work on a plan to make the high-end grocery chain’s goods “affordable for everyone,” the two companies said in a press release on Thursday.

Up from the ashes: Samsung unveils successor to Note 7 phone

NEW YORK (AP) - Samsung is trying to move past last year's disastrous Galaxy Note 7 launch with a successor sporting a dual-lens camera, animated messages, expanded note-taking - and lower battery capacity. The South Korean tech giant is no longer trying to squeeze more battery power into each phone. Last year's Note 7 had to be recalled after dozens spontaneously caught fire because of...

Shoppers benefit from brandless business trend

"Brandless" is the new way to do business and that can mean great deals for consumers!

Save Me Steve: Back-to-School Tips

With many schools back in session and the rest soon to come, this is the home stretch to put a transition plan in place. From saving to scheduling, consumer reporter Steve Noviello has a few last-minute pieces of advice.

The 'Scramble' for these new Chick-fil-a breakfast items

A lot of folks might soon be scrambling to Chick-fil-A to hash out these new breakfast items were added this week.

Save Me Steve: Apps for Teens

It's back to school time and technology may help your family. From keeping the kids safe to help with homework, consumer reporter Steve Noviello has the apps you should download today.

Shoppers ready for Texas sales tax holiday starting Friday

HOUSTON (AP) - Ana Medrado made an after-work Walmart run with her young son, a quick stop for the pens and pencils topping a lengthy school supplies list. The Houston Chronicle reports her soon-to-be fourth-grader clung to the cart as she scanned the aisles at a Tomball store, memorizing prices. She calculated he'd also need new shoes and button-downs for his uniform and planned to save...