U.S. group orders debt collector to pay millions for illegal tactics
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ordered a national debt collector to pay millions of dollars in fines after the company had been warned back in 2015 to clean up its act and didn?t. The FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle digs into the ruling and how victims can get relief.
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ordered a national debt collector to pay millions of dollars in fines after the company had been warned back in 2015 to clean up its act and didn?t. The FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle digs into the ruling and how victims can get relief.
Georgia sees spike in gas prices after spring break: AAA
Georgians heading back to work and class after a spring break vacation will have to pay over $50 to fill up at the gas pump.
Georgians heading back to work and class after a spring break vacation will have to pay over $50 to fill up at the gas pump.
FDA approves robotic bassinet to help keep babies sleeping on their backs
About 3,500 infants die each year of sleep-related deaths.
About 3,500 infants die each year of sleep-related deaths.
FDA warns not to eat these salads after lettuce recalled for listeria concerns
The salads contain lettuce that has been recalled for possible listeria contamination.
The salads contain lettuce that has been recalled for possible listeria contamination.
Google Flight testing price guarantee, will refund if your air ticket gets cheaper
If you bought a flight ticket and the price dropped, air travelers could be eligible for a refund through Google’s new program.
If you bought a flight ticket and the price dropped, air travelers could be eligible for a refund through Google’s new program.
Donate blood to American Red Cross and get a free Snoopy T-shirt
Those who donate blood in April will also be automatically entered for a chance to win a three-night trip for two to Sonoma County, California.
Those who donate blood in April will also be automatically entered for a chance to win a three-night trip for two to Sonoma County, California.
Here's what really happens to your used clothing donations
Overall, only about 15% of used clothes and other textile waste is recycled in the U.S., according to EPA data. Here’s how to make sure your old clothes have the best impact.
Overall, only about 15% of used clothes and other textile waste is recycled in the U.S., according to EPA data. Here’s how to make sure your old clothes have the best impact.
Honda CR-V recall: Road salt in cold states could cause rusty frame, loose parts
The road salt can accumulate and cause corrosion, and the rear trailing arm can detach, regulators say.
The road salt can accumulate and cause corrosion, and the rear trailing arm can detach, regulators say.
New studio coming to Georgia
The 500,000 square foot, full service, entertainment complex will sit on 40 acres. It will include 12 sound stages plus office and support space.
The 500,000 square foot, full service, entertainment complex will sit on 40 acres. It will include 12 sound stages plus office and support space.
Annual 'Chocolate Scorecard' ranks best chocolate companies for fair trade: General Mills, Walmart among worst
Hershey, Nestlé and Mars detailed on their websites their efforts to try to reduce child slave labor in the supply chain.
Hershey, Nestlé and Mars detailed on their websites their efforts to try to reduce child slave labor in the supply chain.
Atlanta police hand out anti-theft devices to owners of Kia, Hyundai vehicles
The city of Atlanta is giving away free security devices to owners of Kia and Hyundai vehicles in an attempt to curb the alarming rate of thefts. FOX 5 spoke to the law enforcement agency about this new anti-crime initiative.
The city of Atlanta is giving away free security devices to owners of Kia and Hyundai vehicles in an attempt to curb the alarming rate of thefts. FOX 5 spoke to the law enforcement agency about this new anti-crime initiative.
Southwest brings back Companion Pass for limited-time only
Customers have to act quickly if they want to take advantage of the promotion.
Customers have to act quickly if they want to take advantage of the promotion.
Global chickpea shortage expected as dry spell impacts crop production for world’s largest supplier
Combined with low production in Mexico, global chickpea supplies are under increased pressure. Here's what that means for hummus-lovers.
Combined with low production in Mexico, global chickpea supplies are under increased pressure. Here's what that means for hummus-lovers.
Boxcar Betty's is coming to midtown Atlanta
Boxcar Betty's is coming to midtown Atlanta. Slutty Vegan is also opening a new location at Truist Park.
Boxcar Betty's is coming to midtown Atlanta. Slutty Vegan is also opening a new location at Truist Park.
Over 143,000 Volkswagen Atlas SUVs recalled due to potential air bag issue
The NHTSA is urging owners of the specified models to not let anyone sit in the front passenger seat while Volkswagen develops a solution.
The NHTSA is urging owners of the specified models to not let anyone sit in the front passenger seat while Volkswagen develops a solution.
City leaders weigh legal action in Kia, Hyundai car theft cases
An Atlanta leader would like to hold Kia and Hyundai responsible for a dramatic increase in car thefts in the area. Councilman Dustin Hillis has asked the city attorney to consider taking legal action.
An Atlanta leader would like to hold Kia and Hyundai responsible for a dramatic increase in car thefts in the area. Councilman Dustin Hillis has asked the city attorney to consider taking legal action.
Tech layoffs, high interest rates are having ‘serious impact’ on how people buy homes
Facebook, Twitter and other companies announced layoffs this year amid rising interest rates. Experts say it’s affecting both prospective homebuyers and sellers.
Facebook, Twitter and other companies announced layoffs this year amid rising interest rates. Experts say it’s affecting both prospective homebuyers and sellers.
AAA: Georgia gas price average at standstill
According to AAA, Georgia drivers continue to pay an average price of $3.22 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline.
According to AAA, Georgia drivers continue to pay an average price of $3.22 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline.
Homebuyers find opportunity in declining mortgage rates: Freddie Mac
The average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage dropped to 6.32% for the week ending March 30, according to Freddie Mac's Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
The average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage dropped to 6.32% for the week ending March 30, according to Freddie Mac's Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
Chick-fil-A rolls out changes to rewards program this week – what to know
Chick-fil-A is offering additional benefits starting April 4, but customers will also have to spend more to get rewards.
Chick-fil-A is offering additional benefits starting April 4, but customers will also have to spend more to get rewards.