How to bring down rising car insurance rates
Inflation is the constant cause for these types of increases, but inflation has cooled. So something else is afoot here with insurance costs.
Inflation is the constant cause for these types of increases, but inflation has cooled. So something else is afoot here with insurance costs.
How to handle rising car insurance costs
If you have a vehicle you've probably felt the pain of rising car insurance rates. The FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle takes a look at what's causing the increase and how you can get a better rate.
If you have a vehicle you've probably felt the pain of rising car insurance rates. The FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle takes a look at what's causing the increase and how you can get a better rate.
AT&T reports massive data breach
Around 73 million current and former AT&T have likely had their private information stolen and sold to the highest bidder on the dark web. The FOX 5 I-Team Dana Fowle explains what you need to do if the hack impacted you.
Around 73 million current and former AT&T have likely had their private information stolen and sold to the highest bidder on the dark web. The FOX 5 I-Team Dana Fowle explains what you need to do if the hack impacted you.
I-Team: How investigated candidates fared on election day
FOX 5 I-Team reporter Randy Travis has investigated several candidates in Douglas County as well as one from Jackson County. Here's how Romona Jackson Jones, Shdarren Fanning, Christina Peterson and Dale Dillow fared in Georgia's primary election.
FOX 5 I-Team reporter Randy Travis has investigated several candidates in Douglas County as well as one from Jackson County. Here's how Romona Jackson Jones, Shdarren Fanning, Christina Peterson and Dale Dillow fared in Georgia's primary election.
Doraville PD releasing some drivers charged with DUI, while others go to jail
Doraville denies giving an ex-councilman special treatment when, instead of taking him to jail on a DUI charge, an officer drove him home. A review of records by the FOX 5 I-Team finds Doraville PD takes some DUI suspects to jail, and lets others go, which may be a bigger problem. The city blames a policy change by the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office, which has Doraville struggling at times to cover its shifts.
Doraville denies giving an ex-councilman special treatment when, instead of taking him to jail on a DUI charge, an officer drove him home. A review of records by the FOX 5 I-Team finds Doraville PD takes some DUI suspects to jail, and lets others go, which may be a bigger problem. The city blames a policy change by the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office, which has Doraville struggling at times to cover its shifts.
Confusion over Health Savings Accounts
Health Savings Accounts provide tax benefits to off-set the high costs of high deductible healthcare plans. But the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's new report indicates these HSAs are flawed and benefit employers and insurance providers over the consumer.
Health Savings Accounts provide tax benefits to off-set the high costs of high deductible healthcare plans. But the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's new report indicates these HSAs are flawed and benefit employers and insurance providers over the consumer.
Jailtime for Doraville DUIs a toss up, records show
A DUI involving a former city councilman alerted Doraville constituents to a discrepancy. Records show that driving under the influence in Doraville may land the offender in jail, or with a ride home, depending on how many police are on the road. The FOX 5 I-Team took a closer look.
A DUI involving a former city councilman alerted Doraville constituents to a discrepancy. Records show that driving under the influence in Doraville may land the offender in jail, or with a ride home, depending on how many police are on the road. The FOX 5 I-Team took a closer look.
Red flags to avoid about quick debt fixes
If you feel burdened by debt there are ways to get out from under it, but you have to choose paths wisely. If not, the FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle says, you can get in a worst financial position.
If you feel burdened by debt there are ways to get out from under it, but you have to choose paths wisely. If not, the FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle says, you can get in a worst financial position.
Judge stops credit card late fee cap
Credit card companies got a temporary win over the Biden Administration after a Texas judge halted the White House?s plan to cap credit card late fees.
Credit card companies got a temporary win over the Biden Administration after a Texas judge halted the White House?s plan to cap credit card late fees.
Gwinnett Medical Examiner criticized for ignoring grieving families who need death certificate
Anyone who’s had a loved one pass away understands the importance of a death certificate.
Anyone who’s had a loved one pass away understands the importance of a death certificate.
I-Team: Gwinnett Medical Examiner criticized for ignoring grieving families who need death certificates
By Randy Travis Published May 13, 2024 LOGANVILLE, Ga - Anyone who?s had a loved one pass away understands the importance of a death certificate. It?s a legal document needed to settle that person?s affairs, to claim life insurance benefits or cancel a cell phone plan. It?s even required before a body can be cremated. FULL STORY: https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/gwinnett-medical-examiner-criticized-for-ignoring-natural-death-calls
By Randy Travis Published May 13, 2024 LOGANVILLE, Ga - Anyone who?s had a loved one pass away understands the importance of a death certificate. It?s a legal document needed to settle that person?s affairs, to claim life insurance benefits or cancel a cell phone plan. It?s even required before a body can be cremated. FULL STORY: https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/gwinnett-medical-examiner-criticized-for-ignoring-natural-death-calls
DFCS stands by firing of supervisor over Gwinnett rolling pin beating case
Georgia DFCS isn't backing down after firing two social workers over the death of an 8-year-old Gwinnett County girl. The agency took another look at the case after fired supervisor Alexandria Armah spoke out to the FOX 5 I-Team. DFCS still says Armah improperly closed a prior complaint into the family of Sayra Barros, which Armah denies.
Georgia DFCS isn't backing down after firing two social workers over the death of an 8-year-old Gwinnett County girl. The agency took another look at the case after fired supervisor Alexandria Armah spoke out to the FOX 5 I-Team. DFCS still says Armah improperly closed a prior complaint into the family of Sayra Barros, which Armah denies.
DFCS stands by firing of supervisor
The state?s child protection agency has made a final decision about who it holds responsible for closing an abuse investigation that might have saved a Gwinnett County girl?s life.
The state?s child protection agency has made a final decision about who it holds responsible for closing an abuse investigation that might have saved a Gwinnett County girl?s life.
Appeal in DA Willis disqualification ruling
A decision by the Georgia Court of Appeals all but guarantees former President Donald Trump will not go to trial this year in the Fulton County election interference case. The court agreed to consider the former president's argument that Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis should be disqualified from the case. A decision is not expected until next year.
A decision by the Georgia Court of Appeals all but guarantees former President Donald Trump will not go to trial this year in the Fulton County election interference case. The court agreed to consider the former president's argument that Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis should be disqualified from the case. A decision is not expected until next year.
Fani, Trump Georgia trial may be halted
Trump and several of his co-defendants have accused District Attorney Fani Willis of having a conflict of interest in the prosecution against them. The Court of Appeals granted a request to challenge the decision to leave her in place.
Trump and several of his co-defendants have accused District Attorney Fani Willis of having a conflict of interest in the prosecution against them. The Court of Appeals granted a request to challenge the decision to leave her in place.
AI changing way scammers target victims
A few of the key red flags for recognizing a scam are going away. Artificial intelligence is creating better fakes, but the remedies - according to FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle - are the same.
A few of the key red flags for recognizing a scam are going away. Artificial intelligence is creating better fakes, but the remedies - according to FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle - are the same.
Walmart's new budget brand 'Bettergoods' often priced at $5
Walmart is making its way into lower priced, but nicely curated, foods for families.
Walmart is making its way into lower priced, but nicely curated, foods for families.
Walmart launches 'Bettergoods' food brand
The brand is aimed at helping consumers eat healthier on a budget with most items costing between $2-$15.
The brand is aimed at helping consumers eat healthier on a budget with most items costing between $2-$15.
Walmart launches bettergoods food brand
Walmart is making its way into lower priced foods for families whose budgets are stretched. The FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle says the bettergoods brand is already in stores with more arriving by fall.
Walmart is making its way into lower priced foods for families whose budgets are stretched. The FOX 5 I-Team's Dana Fowle says the bettergoods brand is already in stores with more arriving by fall.
Georgia passes Squatter Reform Act, protecting property owners
For a long time, it has felt like squatters had Georgia law on their side instead of the property owner, but the law has now changed.
For a long time, it has felt like squatters had Georgia law on their side instead of the property owner, but the law has now changed.