The Best Ways to Keep Leftovers From Making You Sick
As if we didn’t have enough to worry about this holiday season, November and December are also peak months for food poisoning from certain types of bacteria, such as Clostridium perfringens.
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How to Protect Your Privacy While Buying Gifts Online
The holiday shopping season will look different this year. Because of the pandemic, more shopping will be done online. That means there’s more chances for people to steal your personal information.
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Your Jewelry Might Not Be Worth as Much as You Think
A lot of people are hurting financially because of the coronavirus pandemic, and some have turned to pawn shops, jewelry stores and gold sellers for some fast cash. Those buyers say fake jewelry is very common.
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It Might Be Hard to Get Refunds for Canceled Weddings This Year
Weddings are usually huge celebrations that draw dozens to hundreds of guests, so many venues have stopped holding the ceremonies in light of the coronavirus pandemic. It doesn’t mean getting your money back will be easy though.
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How to Fix Your Spotty Home WiFi
To anyone stuck at home with a spotty internet connection or dead zones, WiFi range extenders sound like an easy and affordable solution.
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You Might Want to Start Shopping for Thanksgiving Dinner Now
NBC 7 Responds talked with grocers about the best way to prep for a family feast during a pandemic
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Small Businesses Battle for Survival as Stimulus Money Runs Out
San Diego businesses are bracing for the return to a more restrictive tier on Saturday as coronavirus cases rise across the county. Businesses that have already changed how they operate say they need more help to keep the lights on.
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Holiday Shopping During COVID-19 Will Look Different
NBC 7 Responds expects it will look more like Black November this year rather than just Black Friday.
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IRS Warns of New Stimulus Check Scam
Wherever there is money to be had, scams are sure to follow. As another round of stimulus checks are being discussed in Washington, a new scam has appeared.
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What's Actually Inside Canned ‘Pumpkin'
So many of those yummy fall recipes for pumpkin bread, muffins, cookies and, of course, pumpkin pie depend on that little can of “pumpkin.”
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Claim for Lost Bags Leaves Local Family Flying in Circles
Losing your bags while flying is one of the worst-case scenarios for a family vacation. When you’re also having trouble getting the claim processed by the airline, it can be even worse. That’s where NBC 7 Responds stepped in to help.
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Budget Grocery Stores Open as San Diegans Look to Save Money
Fewer businesses are opening as the country still battles the coronavirus pandemic. Today, however, Poway has a new grocery store.
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Here's Why You Shouldn't Skip Your Flu Shot This Year
Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s more important than ever to do everything possible to reduce the spread of influenza by getting a flu shot.
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Here's What Happens When Someone Hasn't Paid Rent for a Year
Eviction restrictions have protected hundreds of people from being kicked out of their homes during the pandemic. But some people are using the system to their advantage.
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How to Avoid Breaking the Bank and Your Heart at the Same Time
The romance scam has been around for decades. As more of our lives have moved online, the FBI has seen more of these scams reported. With social distancing in place, some people worry these scams are on the rise.
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Can an Indoor Air Purifier Help Fight the Coronavirus?
Concern over COVID-19 has many people worrying about indoor air quality and whether an air purifier can help. Consumer Reports’ experts reveal what a residential air purifier can really do when it comes to cleaning the air.
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Car Shoppers Beware: Bad Auto Loan Deals Are on the Rise
The used car industry is booming right now and dealerships are expecting a strong winter quarter as well. That’s because a lot of late-model used cars are expected to hit the market. But if you’re looking for a new car, a consumer advocacy group says look out for bad deals.
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Man Recovers $95,000 After Falling for Wire-Transfer Scam
People online, over the phone, and in your mailbox are all trying to scam you out of your money. Sometimes those scams can cost you big, but a story from NBC 7 Responds helped one man recover his lost cash.
