Check out the Web sites mentioned on air by NBC 7/39. Information is listed in chronological order, with the most recent links at the top. To find links from past months, check the bottom of this page.
Do Not Call List Consumers who want most telemarketing calls blocked beginning Oct. 1 have until Sunday to sign up for the federal do-not-call list.
Viva el Mariachi Festival For the fifth year in a row, San Diego is home to this lively music festival.
America's Ride Motorcycle riders will be riding from Los Angeles to New York to raise money for the World Trade Center Miracles foundation. Learn more about the ride and find out how you can take part.
Wednesday, Aug. 27
PandaCam The San Diego Zoo's Web camera now shows live video of Bai Yun and her new cub in the panda birthing den.
Affordable Eyeglasses The basic idea is to correct your vision, but when you add fashion frames and lens extras like anti-reflective coatings, eyeglasses can become quite costly. Get tips on keeping the price of glasses under control.
Tuesday, Aug. 26
Spousal Spending Habits Differing views on finances can drive the happiest couples apart. Get some help on coming together in money matters.
Monday, Aug. 25
Home Inspections The home inspection is a critical part of buying a home. But you can also learn much about a home you are interested in through a report from a group called CLUE. Get the details.
Marry Me On TV Help the winning couple plan their wedding.
Wednesday, Aug. 20
PandaCam The San Diego Zoo has a video clip of Bai Yun and her new cub, as well as live video of Gao Gao in the panda habitat.
Tuesday, Aug. 19
High-Speed Net Hookups If you have been thinking about upgrading your Internet connection to broadband, you might want to take a look at the costs. Competition has been pushing prices down recently.
High Gas Prices Find out why gas prices are skyrocketing and where you can get the cheapest gas in your neighborhood.
Back-to-School Technology A 16-year-old technology exprt is the official toy tester for Technogadgets.com. Now, she has her own site with some of the hot new hi-tech equipment that will make going back to school easier for students.
Monday, Aug. 18
Recall Candidates A complete listing of the recall candidates and links to some of their Web sites.
Saturday, Aug. 16
Marry Me On TV Help the winning couple plan their wedding.
Friday, Aug. 15
Scanner Accuracy Learn more about the program to keep store scanners from overcharging San Diego shoppers.
Killing Spam A San Diego Internet service provider says it can make junk e-mail go away.
Fighting West Nile Government officials are expected this to be a big year for West Nile virus infections. Learn more about how to keep your family safe from the disease.
Wednesday, Aug. 13
Personal Chefs The American Personal Chef Association meets at the Town and Country Resort and Convention Center in Mission Valley Thursday through Sunday. Find out why this luxury service is no longer only for the rich and famous.
Credit Reports Find out who has access to your credit report and what can and can't be contained within it.
Windows Virus Patch Microsoft is offering a critical security patch to repair problems associated with the blaster worm.
One Day's Pay This coalition wants to establish Sept. 11 as a national day of voluntary service, charity and compassion to honor the victims of the terrorist attacks on America. You can register a non-binding pledge to dedicate part of your day to helping others on the group's Web site.
Wireless Phone Information There's a lot of confusion over the line-item charges on wireless bills. Find out which of the charges are legitimate.
Sunday, Aug. 10
Denise Gonzalez Gonzalez is a local performer who just returned from touring with Cirque du Soleil.
Saturday, Aug. 9
Can You Help Save A 1-Year-Old Girl? Chiara Dini of Rancho Peñasquitos needs a bone marrow transplant to survive leukemia. Are you a match?
Bone Marrow Testing Sunday, Aug. 10, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church 17010 Pomerado Rd. Call (619) 296-6396 for information.
Marry Me On TV It's time to vote on Erin's wedding dress and Michael's tux.
Monday, Aug. 4
Make Your Credit Score Soar You may not know what your credit score is, but you can be sure that any lender you go to for a loan does. Find out why it matters so much and what you can do to improve it.
Sunday, Aug. 3
Marry Me On TV Find out more about where the winning couple from "Marry Me On TV" will be honeymooning.
Miss Teen USA Win tickets to watch the Miss Teen USA contest live in Palm Springs, Calif. Jessica Simpson and Justin Guarini from "American Idol" will be performing.
Saturday, Aug. 2
Weekend Shuttle Buses to Mission Beach A new program offers weekend shuttle service from four neighborhoods to Mission Beach. Buses to the beach leave on the hour between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. They leave the beach for return trips every 60 minutes from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. The shuttles leave from:
Azalea Park Recreation Center on Violet Street
City Heights Recreation Center on Landis Street
Colina Del Sol on 54th Place (Orange Street side)
Edison Elementary School on 35th Street (Polk Street side).
Seabiscuit Day Receive a free Seabiscuit mug with admission (while supplies last) at the Del Mar horse races.
Marry Me On TV Find out more about where the winning couple from "Marry Me On TV" will be honeymooning.
Miss Teen USA Win tickets to watch the Miss Teen USA contest live in Palm Springs, Calif. Jessica Simpson and Justin Guarini from "American Idol" will be performing.
Friday, Aug. 1
Trolley Refund Riders can request a refund by sending San Diego Trolley their name, address and phone number, along with a photocopy of their daily or monthly pass. Be sure it says: Reason: Power Outage Aug. 1. Send your request to: San Diego Trolley 1255 Imperial Ave., Suite 900 San Diego, CA 92101
Taxicab Reimbursement SANDAG's Guaranteed Ride Home Program pays for an emergency ride home in cab three times a year for people who carpool, vanpool, bike, walk, or ride the Coaster or Express Bus three or more days per week -- but you have to register beforehand.
Looking to go back to school, but afraid that you don't have time because of a hectic schedule? You may find that the flexibility of an online education makes it an easy choice.More
If you’re looking for a great place to live, look no further. Our guide to some of the best neighborhoods in the U.S. is the first and last place you need to look. More
Check out the Web sites mentioned on air by NBC 7/39. Information is listed in chronological order, with the most recent links at the top. To find links from past months, check the bottom of this page.
