Sextortion scams now feature photos of your home, personal information
Security experts and targeted individuals are warning the public about an email scam that now incorporates personal information, including images of the recipient’s home.
Security experts and targeted individuals are warning the public about an email scam that now incorporates personal information, including images of the recipient’s home.
Map: US states where grocery prices have risen the most
While inflation is easing slightly, grocery prices still remain high, and the issue appears to hit some states harder than others.
While inflation is easing slightly, grocery prices still remain high, and the issue appears to hit some states harder than others.
Ford recalls over 90K vehicles in response to risk of engine intake valve breaking
There is a recall of roughly 90,700 Ford and Lincoln vehicles that the report says, "may contain intake valves that have a propensity to crack and break."
There is a recall of roughly 90,700 Ford and Lincoln vehicles that the report says, "may contain intake valves that have a propensity to crack and break."
Job offers through texts? Be careful, it's likely a scam
Phishing is a type of online scam that tries to get victims to give away personal information to bad actors.
Phishing is a type of online scam that tries to get victims to give away personal information to bad actors.
Toyota recalls over 43,000 vehicles for faulty tow hitch cover
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported that the tow hitch cover, which is attached to the rear bumper, may detach and become a road hazard.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported that the tow hitch cover, which is attached to the rear bumper, may detach and become a road hazard.
Renting vs. Buying: 47% of Americans choosing rent-first lifestyle
The debate between renting and buying traditionally focuses on housing, but the concept of renting has expanded into other areas of life, from clothing to cars.
The debate between renting and buying traditionally focuses on housing, but the concept of renting has expanded into other areas of life, from clothing to cars.
Big Lots weighing possibility of bankruptcy filing as sales dwindle
The discount retailer has faced declining sales.
The discount retailer has faced declining sales.
Costco raising membership fees this weekend – the first time since 2017
Costco announced the membership increase in July. Starting Sunday, here’s what it will now cost.
Costco announced the membership increase in July. Starting Sunday, here’s what it will now cost.
FDA says smokers under 30 now have to show ID for tobacco
The FDA has announced new rules raising the minimum age for certain tobacco sales restrictions, further strengthening efforts to prevent underage access to tobacco products. These changes, effective September 30, 2024, build on the 2019 legislation that increased the federal minimum age for purchasing tobacco products from 18 to 21.
The FDA has announced new rules raising the minimum age for certain tobacco sales restrictions, further strengthening efforts to prevent underage access to tobacco products. These changes, effective September 30, 2024, build on the 2019 legislation that increased the federal minimum age for purchasing tobacco products from 18 to 21.
Here's why grocers say they are really raising prices
National Grocers Association leader explains the main cause of grocery price increases.
National Grocers Association leader explains the main cause of grocery price increases.
Child sex trafficker and accused Tucker squatter sentenced to 5 years
A man dragged from a home accused of squatting is now in federal prison. His arrest was a take-down caught on camera by the Fox 5 I-Team.
A man dragged from a home accused of squatting is now in federal prison. His arrest was a take-down caught on camera by the Fox 5 I-Team.
Boar’s Head plant linked to deadly outbreak had ‘meat overspray’ on walls, ceiling, records show
Inspectors found meat and fat residue on walls, floors and equipment. They also found mold, insects and liquid dripping from ceilings.
Inspectors found meat and fat residue on walls, floors and equipment. They also found mold, insects and liquid dripping from ceilings.
The major US cities where it's better to rent and better to buy
Is it better to rent or buy a home in your city? Here’s what a new study says.
Is it better to rent or buy a home in your city? Here’s what a new study says.
Maryland city will pay you $20,000 to move there
A city in Maryland is offering a $20,000 incentive to get new residents to move there.
A city in Maryland is offering a $20,000 incentive to get new residents to move there.
Car insurance premiums could skyrocket 50% in some states this year
Car insurance rates are surging — and could spike over 50% in these U.S. states.
Car insurance rates are surging — and could spike over 50% in these U.S. states.
Boar’s Head listeria outbreak: death toll climbs to 9, CDC says
At least nine people have died after being infected with listeria from Boar’s Head deli meats tied to a massive recall last month, federal health officials said Wednesday.
At least nine people have died after being infected with listeria from Boar’s Head deli meats tied to a massive recall last month, federal health officials said Wednesday.
Chemical found in rocket fuel found in drinking water, food: Consumer Report
Consumer Reports found perchlorate, a rocket fuel chemical, in food and water. Learn about the health risks and how to protect your family.
Consumer Reports found perchlorate, a rocket fuel chemical, in food and water. Learn about the health risks and how to protect your family.
Red Lobster announces closure of 23 restaurants, including Jonesboro location
Red Lobster has announced that it is closing more locations, including one in Jonesboro.
Red Lobster has announced that it is closing more locations, including one in Jonesboro.
Dozens of Griffin residents ordered out of their homes immediately by city officials
A Griffin city inspector ordered more than three dozen families at the Ava Park Apartment Complex to leave their homes immediately.
A Griffin city inspector ordered more than three dozen families at the Ava Park Apartment Complex to leave their homes immediately.
Rise in the cost of food: Fast-food restaurants offering special deals
The cost of food is a major concern for many Americans right now. FOX 5 Atlanta is taking a deeper look at the issue.
The cost of food is a major concern for many Americans right now. FOX 5 Atlanta is taking a deeper look at the issue.