Group building 'safe haven' for Black families acquires more than 400 acres of land

The organization that purchased a plot of land near Toomsboro, Georgia to create a community in which African Americans prosper just acquired even more land.

FDA recalls more hand sanitizers over potentially dangerous chemicals

The Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) rolling list of potentially dangerous hand sanitizers has just expanded -- again.

2020 Financial Checklist
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FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle spoke with a financial planner to take you through a final financial checklist for 2020.

Excedrin recalled over faulty packaging, child poisoning concerns

Multiple brands of the over-the-counter headache medication Excerdrin are facing a recall after many bottles were found to have holes in the bottom, prompting child poisoning concerns. 

GDOL commissioner responds to calls for investigation into unemployment claims process

Georgia’s Department of Labor commissioner is speaking out after state lawmakers sent a letter to the Attorney General, calling for an investigation, claiming unemployment benefits are not being processed in a timely manner.

Preventing Christmas tree fires can stop millions in property damage every year

Christmas trees are a must for many. But while the sight of a fully decorated tree may inspire joy, these trees can pose a significant fire threat if they’re not properly maintained.

Lean Cuisine recalls select frozen chicken meals after complaints of plastic in product

More than 92,000 pounds of select frozen Lean Cuisine baked chicken meals are being recalled after several consumers complained of finding hard white plastic in the product.

FBI warns of potential COVID-19 vaccine scams as nationwide distribution gets underway

The FBI said signs of a scam can include being asked to pay out of pocket to get the coronavirus vaccine or being asked to pay to put your name on a vaccine waiting list.

Puppy scams up 280% amid COVID-19 pandemic compared to 2019

According to Honest Paws, a company that creates CBD products for pets, puppy scams amid the COVID-19 pandemic were up a staggering 280% between April and September.

FTC orders tech giants turn over data mining info

It’s no secret at this point that social media groups do more than let you post fun, family pictures. They collect data on you and sell it. But the FTC is now is taking a harder line on this. 

Honda issues major recall worldwide

Honda is recalling over 1.4 million vehicles in the U.S. to repair drive shafts that can break, window switches that can overheat and a software flaw.

IRS warns of scam texts claiming to send fake stimulus check

The Internal Revenue Service is warning of a text sent out by scammers claiming to have access to a $1,200 stimulus check in exchange for personal bank information.

Gwinnett County mother says she's being evicted after renting from fake landlord

Gwendolyn Williams had just found a home before the holidays. She thought it was a Christmas miracle until she came home to find an eviction notice on the door.