Home shopping? Don't give up your hand at the door

Real estate, for the time being, is still booming. In fact, the inventory is low which means folks are trying to outbid one another for homes. Here’s the problem: As soon as you approach the door, the homeowner can listen in on your conversations and they are.

Feds issue coronavirus scam 'high alert'

Coronavirus-related scams were inevitable. But getting taken by one is not. Let's get you up to speed on this latest high alert coming from the US Department of Health and Human Services. 

Tsunami of evictions on the horizon if Congress fails to act

The federal moratorium on evictions has expired. If that’s not extended, by mid-August, eviction notices will be activated. 

What's in the proposals to replace COVID-19 unemployment benefits?

Some of the financial safety nets put into place to help families struggling to pay bills during this pandemic are gone, but the economic problems we are facing are not.

FDA recalls toxic hand sanitizers

Hand sanitizer is the one thing most of us daily now. It’s in our purses, cars, and at work. But the FDA has a warning: It’s recalling multiple brands over safety issues.

Attorney for Garrett Rolfe wants DA Paul Howard off the case

The lawyer representing the fired Atlanta Police Department PD officer charged with shooting and killing Rayshard Brooks wants District Attorney Paul Howard removed from the case.

Mask exemption cards are a scam, says DOJ, ADA, FTC

More and more businesses are requiring masks before entry. Most people do it, but some have pushed back. And the FTC reports, those folks are susceptible to a scam claiming a “mask exemption card.” 

District Attorney Paul Howard offers third explanation for grand jury subpoenas under investigation by the GBI

Fulton County District Attorney Paul Howard has now provided three different explanations for how his office issued grand jury subpoenas, when no grand jury was seemingly in place. The GBI is investigating.

Don't be late: Tax filing deadline is Wednesday, July 15

After a nearly three-month reprieve because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the tax filing deadline is fast approaching. It's Wednesday, July 15. There was some talk about extending the deadline again, but that’s not happening. 

Ninth district congressional candidate jailed for refusing to surrender guns

A Georgia congressional candidate in next month’s runoff will spend this weekend in the Gwinnett County jail, serving a four-day contempt of court order for not turning over her guns to authorities.

EXCLUSIVE: GBI probe of Fulton County DA Paul Howard widens

GBI now investigating grand jury subpoenas issued by Paul Howard's office even though there was no grand jury in session. Experts say it creates ethical and legal concerns.