National Popcorn Day: Here are some deals and freebies to score

Popcorn fans can celebrate on Thursday, Jan. 19 by taking advantage of several deals at movie theaters and online.

'Frankenstein fraud' creates ID theft problems for children

Fraudsters pick a fictitious name with a stolen social security number and a made-up date of birth, add in new contact information, and you have "Frankenstein," a newly-created identity.

Party City files for bankruptcy protection amid rising prices

Party City is filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection after struggling with rising prices and a pullback in customer spending.

How inflation is changing the way people use payment apps

A recent survey by Forbes finds that some young adults are using payment apps to cover the costs of restaurant tabs, groceries, and rent.

Study: Consumer products containing phthalates increase risk of uterine tumor growth

Dozens of companies involved in food packaging are receiving pressure after the toxic industrial compound PFAS was detected in fast-food wrappers, boxes and plates that consumers interact with on a daily basis.

Best Buy-owned phone service faces angry customers after 3G network shutdown

Several Jitterbug phone users have been unable to make calls on their devices for a few days because of the shutdown. New phones are being offered to customers if their devices aren’t working.

Missed the holiday sales? Here’s the best time to buy a new TV

Didn’t have the strength to pull the trigger on a new TV during the most recent holiday season? Fear not, there are plenty of deals coming up for the next couple of months.

Who is on the hook for your car's pothole damage? It may not be all on you

"When a vehicle hits a pothole with any kind of force, the tires, wheels and suspension get the brunt of the impact and fixing any of those items is pricey," AAA said.

Georgia gas prices keep rising one week after state fuel tax reinstatement

Georgia's average price per gallon of $3.06 is still 24 less than the national average, but its 24 cents more than last month. Gas costs 5 cents less than January 2022.

Tesla cuts vehicle prices in bid to boost flagging demand

With its sales slowing and its stock price tumbling, Tesla Inc. slashed prices dramatically Friday on several versions of its electric vehicles, making some of its models eligible for a new federal tax credit that could help spur buyer interest.

Wendy's is offering free fries for 'Fry-day the 13th'

The fast-food chain said it wants to reinvent Friday the 13th, announcing a number of free food deals that begin Jan. 13 and last throughout the month.

Dating or being defrauded? How romance scams target hopeless romantics

The FBI defines a romance scam as a type of fraudulent activity that occurs when a criminal, typically using an online dating platform, gains the trust of a victim through affection and romantic allure.

LG recalls 52,000 giant TVs at risk of ‘serious tip-over’

The 86-inch TVs can become unstable when they’re on the stand, “posing serious tip-over and entrapment hazards," the CPSC says.

Vehicle inventory could be increasing in 2023

If you’ve needed a vehicle in the last few years, you may have been out of luck. There was diminishing inventory, increased price tags, and skyrocketing interest rates. 

Unpredictable 2023 airline travel means exploring travel insurance

Holiday travel this year was a disaster for many people. Southwest Airlines had a complete meltdown. And now we are hearing whispers of labor strikes from three other large carriers. If you have not thought about travel insurance, you should in 2023.