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We put them to the test http://www.abc15.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=25398@knxv.dayport.com&navCatId=21 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Report-Why-disinfectants-can-be-hazardous-for/UIBel5GMukSuwYiSxXvgbw.cspx?rss=1728 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Report-Why-disinfectants-can-be-hazardous-for/UIBel5GMukSuwYiSxXvgbw.cspx?rss=1728 The report advises to use disinfectants sparingly, but product manufacturers say that is misleading. Investigators-ConsumerAlerts Sat, 21 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT Report: Why disinfectants can be hazardous for health http://www.abc15.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=25510@knxv.dayport.com http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Need-a-loan-You-dont-need-the-bank/S1IxbmKKTkepd7mPmJvomQ.cspx?rss=1728 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Need-a-loan-You-dont-need-the-bank/S1IxbmKKTkepd7mPmJvomQ.cspx?rss=1728 Many of us are finding ourselves in tough situation… in need of a loan with no place to go. Banks aren't your only option. Investigators-ConsumerAlerts Sat, 21 Nov 2009 15:28:33 GMT http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/FTC-Internet-H1N1-products-are-unproven-may-be/o5zF1OjZB0i3JD-dnE7vZw.cspx?rss=1728 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/FTC-Internet-H1N1-products-are-unproven-may-be/o5zF1OjZB0i3JD-dnE7vZw.cspx?rss=1728 The agency is warning the public to be skeptical of claims that promise to kill or eliminate the virus. Investigators-ConsumerAlerts Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:35:00 GMT http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Fresh-Easy-recalls-pumpkin-cheesecake-pies/owpflu4I-UeUt64hAbHyQQ.cspx?rss=1728 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Fresh-Easy-recalls-pumpkin-cheesecake-pies/owpflu4I-UeUt64hAbHyQQ.cspx?rss=1728 Store officials say the package label does not indicate that the crumb topping contains nuts. Investigators-ConsumerAlerts Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:42:00 GMT http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Is-Arizona-doing-enough-to-protect-our-kids-in/YvSFPd8hrU-MhaJTpLuETA.cspx?rss=1728 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Is-Arizona-doing-enough-to-protect-our-kids-in/YvSFPd8hrU-MhaJTpLuETA.cspx?rss=1728 INSIDE: Why some say Arizona is ignoring basic common sense. Investigators-ConsumerAlerts Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:00:00 GMT Is Arizona doing enough to protect our kids in cars? http://www.abc15.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=25483@knxv.dayport.com&navCatId=21 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/AZ-company-one-of-7-charged-stole-from-deaf-phone/Bdh-htrypkeIPAN66zTcag.cspx?rss=1728 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/AZ-company-one-of-7-charged-stole-from-deaf-phone/Bdh-htrypkeIPAN66zTcag.cspx?rss=1728 Charges have been filed against more than two dozen people accused of stealing millions. Investigators-ConsumerAlerts Fri, 20 Nov 2009 03:42:21 GMT http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/What-are-your-rights-if-advertising-is-wrong/uRyqeO-bk0GcFZm3bZssqg.cspx?rss=1728 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/What-are-your-rights-if-advertising-is-wrong/uRyqeO-bk0GcFZm3bZssqg.cspx?rss=1728 With the holidays approaching, many businesses have increased their advertising. But what rights do consumers have when there's an error in those ads? Investigators-ConsumerAlerts Fri, 20 Nov 2009 03:12:00 GMT What are your rights if advertising is wrong? http://www.abc15.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=25480@knxv.dayport.com&navCatId=21 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/FDA-looks-into-safety-of-caffeinated-alcoholic/S5sW6Y9SNkONZjiPCj9GhA.cspx?rss=1728 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/FDA-looks-into-safety-of-caffeinated-alcoholic/S5sW6Y9SNkONZjiPCj9GhA.cspx?rss=1728 The FDA said they are considering whether caffeine can lawfully be added to alcoholic beverages. Investigators-ConsumerAlerts Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:38:00 GMT http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/FDA-Avoid-using-Plavix-with-Prilosec/2JK00cDhXk-u9TNxgm1oTQ.cspx?rss=1728 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/FDA-Avoid-using-Plavix-with-Prilosec/2JK00cDhXk-u9TNxgm1oTQ.cspx?rss=1728 Plavix’s ability to block platelet aggregation may be reduced by about half if taken with Prilosec. INSIDE: Other medications that should be avoided when taking Plavix Investigators-ConsumerAlerts Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:27:00 GMT http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Hurting-for-holiday-cash-The-state-IRS-could-owe/EMw8arQTeE-Q3ytyfhFozQ.cspx?rss=1728 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Hurting-for-holiday-cash-The-state-IRS-could-owe/EMw8arQTeE-Q3ytyfhFozQ.cspx?rss=1728 INSIDE: How to find out if there's money waiting for you. Investigators-ConsumerAlerts Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:30:00 GMT Hurting for holiday cash? The state, IRS could owe you cash http://www.abc15.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=25451@knxv.dayport.com http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/What-you-need-to-know-about-layaway-plans/AS55vjainE-sYi4YI-GaDw.cspx?rss=1728 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/What-you-need-to-know-about-layaway-plans/AS55vjainE-sYi4YI-GaDw.cspx?rss=1728 Some smart planning now can keep your household budget intact when you ring in the new year. Investigators-ConsumerAlerts Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:24:00 GMT http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/50-bank-incentive-could-cost-you-much-more/VZgiBwsAj0CPy85cwo7LgA.cspx?rss=1728 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/50-bank-incentive-could-cost-you-much-more/VZgiBwsAj0CPy85cwo7LgA.cspx?rss=1728 The e-mail promises $50 if you simply fill out a five minute survey. Investigators-ConsumerAlerts Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:52:40 GMT $50 bank incentive could cost you much more http://www.abc15.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=25423@knxv.dayport.com&navCatId=21 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Dealing-with-debt-collectors-Know-your-rights/eMdVfHsBE02ZhdoEw11z0Q.cspx?rss=1728 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Dealing-with-debt-collectors-Know-your-rights/eMdVfHsBE02ZhdoEw11z0Q.cspx?rss=1728 Complaints related to debt collection tactics are on the rise, so learn how to handle the phone calls. Investigators-ConsumerAlerts Mon, 16 Nov 2009 03:00:00 GMT Dealing with debt collectors? Know your rights http://www.abc15.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=25380@knxv.dayport.com http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Getting-a-fair-deal-Valley-brake-shops-put-to-the/fGwpkCynGUu82JKaDFrv7g.cspx?rss=1728 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Getting-a-fair-deal-Valley-brake-shops-put-to-the/fGwpkCynGUu82JKaDFrv7g.cspx?rss=1728 INSIDE: Which shops passed our test and which shops tried to sell us work we didn’t need. Investigators-ConsumerAlerts Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:25:00 GMT Getting a fair deal? Valley brake shops put to the test http://www.abc15.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=25367@knxv.dayport.com http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Donating-5-tips-to-avoid-charity-fraud-this/YqVGA5IaAkqwzqkWEx9o6Q.cspx?rss=1728 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Donating-5-tips-to-avoid-charity-fraud-this/YqVGA5IaAkqwzqkWEx9o6Q.cspx?rss=1728 What you should look for when making a donation to a charity you're unfamiliar with. Investigators-ConsumerAlerts Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Free-airline-tickets-if-you-jump-through/0j1_Wj5M00upzjdB0skwCA.cspx?rss=1728 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Free-airline-tickets-if-you-jump-through/0j1_Wj5M00upzjdB0skwCA.cspx?rss=1728 It's how you qualify that has Arizona's Attorney General concerned. Investigators-ConsumerAlerts Sat, 14 Nov 2009 23:15:00 GMT Free airline tickets -- if you jump through dangerous hoops http://www.abc15.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=25308@knxv.dayport.com&navCatId=21 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/How-to-find-a-printer-that-wont-cost-you-BIG-to/NCHokd0DNUuMMhyIjBiJpw.cspx?rss=1728 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/How-to-find-a-printer-that-wont-cost-you-BIG-to/NCHokd0DNUuMMhyIjBiJpw.cspx?rss=1728 Manufacturers don't make it easy to find out how long their ink lasts. Investigators-ConsumerAlerts Sat, 14 Nov 2009 19:15:00 GMT How to find a printer that won't cost you BIG to replace ink http://www.abc15.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=25315@knxv.dayport.com&navCatId=21 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Free-check-in-the-mail-but-do-you-cash-it/xOfkGEdLm0Oejfcb-n6MoQ.cspx?rss=1728 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Free-check-in-the-mail-but-do-you-cash-it/xOfkGEdLm0Oejfcb-n6MoQ.cspx?rss=1728 One mom cashed it and wishes she hadn't. Now others are getting the same check. Investigators-ConsumerAlerts Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:00:00 GMT Free check in the mail, but do you cash it? http://www.abc15.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=25365@knxv.dayport.com&navCatId=21 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Get-free-samples-online-Watch-out-for-the-catch/XHMIirJJGky6orkHb83Jsg.cspx?rss=1728 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Get-free-samples-online-Watch-out-for-the-catch/XHMIirJJGky6orkHb83Jsg.cspx?rss=1728 It doesn't get better than 'free' until you find out the real cost. Investigators-ConsumerAlerts Thu, 12 Nov 2009 20:56:00 GMT Get free samples online? Watch out for the catch! http://www.abc15.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=25338@knxv.dayport.com&navCatId=21 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/How-you-can-cut-thousands-off-your-credit-card/aAWWSk2o_E-0vEmxeLMoAg.cspx?rss=1728 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/How-you-can-cut-thousands-off-your-credit-card/aAWWSk2o_E-0vEmxeLMoAg.cspx?rss=1728 This tool can help you see how much extra money your bank is pocketing through high interest rates. Investigators-ConsumerAlerts Tue, 10 Nov 2009 21:44:00 GMT How you can cut thousands off your credit card bill http://www.abc15.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=25280@knxv.dayport.com http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Where-how-to-find-the-best-nursing-homes-in/3xLvyZs4ukmr3dF2A8sl_A.cspx?rss=1728 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Where-how-to-find-the-best-nursing-homes-in/3xLvyZs4ukmr3dF2A8sl_A.cspx?rss=1728 Even if you don't need it now, you never know when this information might be important for you or your loved ones. INSIDE: Search nursing home ratings Investigators-ConsumerAlerts Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:44:00 GMT Where, how to find the best nursing homes in Arizona http://www.abc15.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=25257@knxv.dayport.com http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Test-your-skills-to-see-if-you-are-spam-proof/e3w33p8HuUaZGjar6lYN9w.cspx?rss=1728 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Test-your-skills-to-see-if-you-are-spam-proof/e3w33p8HuUaZGjar6lYN9w.cspx?rss=1728 There is an online game that exposes what you may not know about scams. Investigators-ConsumerAlerts Mon, 09 Nov 2009 22:03:00 GMT Test your skills to see if you are 'spam-proof' http://www.abc15.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=25253@knxv.dayport.com&navCatId=21 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Hiring-a-home-inspector-Why-their-mistakes-can/hdDWQZK-l0qcfU4cE_JKHg.cspx?rss=1728 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Hiring-a-home-inspector-Why-their-mistakes-can/hdDWQZK-l0qcfU4cE_JKHg.cspx?rss=1728 We put Valley home inspectors to the test. See who passed and who failed. Investigators-ConsumerAlerts Sun, 08 Nov 2009 23:10:00 GMT Hiring a home inspector? Why their mistakes can cost you http://www.abc15.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=25126@knxv.dayport.com http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Money-for-you-3-8-million-in-undelivered-Arizona/Qkfo9yT3TU6FJHLJcPomeg.cspx?rss=1728 http://www.abc15.com:80/content/news/investigators/consumeralerts/story/Money-for-you-3-8-million-in-undelivered-Arizona/Qkfo9yT3TU6FJHLJcPomeg.cspx?rss=1728 INSIDE: Search for your name or city on the IRS list to see what you're owed. Investigators-ConsumerAlerts Sun, 08 Nov 2009 20:40:00 GMT