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Consumer confidence in where the economy is headed hits 12-year low
Consumer confidence dimmed further in March as the view of future conditions fell to the lowest level in more than a decade.
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How to stop robocalls and spam texts once and for all
News4 and Consumer Reports have new advice on how to stop annoying robocalls and avoid becoming a fraud victim.
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What you need to know about ‘right-to-repair' laws
Right-to-repair laws protect your ability to choose where to get your electronics or car repaired without having to go to the original manufacturer. Here’s what you need to know.
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How to contact NBC 7 Responds for help
NBC 7 Responds may be able to help you resolve your consumer concern or complaint. Before contacting our team, please make sure you have tried to communicate directly with the company and followed the necessary steps to resolve your conflict.
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The right-to-repair movement is growing as wins stack up
Laws protecting consumers’ ability to seek out independent repairs for their appliances are spreading across the United States.
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Car sold to San Diego County woman had forged DMV docs, was actually a rental
A Valley Center woman paid thousands for a car that didn’t even belong to the seller.
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Bird flu causes CBP egg scramble at the US-Mexico border
NBC 7’s Dave Summers explains why bringing eggs from Mexico into the U.S. can result in a large fine and a long wait.
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Bird flu causes CBP egg scramble at the US-Mexico border
Many families have been having a tough time finding affordable eggs at the grocery store. Now, federal officials say they’re intercepting a growing number of eggs at the U.S.-Mexico border.
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A global coffee price spike is about to drip into your mug
Climate impacts can increase the prevalence of diseases in coffee crops, reducing overall yields for farmers. Studies have shown that the arabica bean is particularly vulnerable to climate change.
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California Medical Board member pushes for greater transparency when doctors are investigated
Patient advocates have long pushed the Medical Board of California to share more information about potentially dangerous doctors.
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How much for a dozen? Eggs hit record high, prices likely to keep climbing
Egg prices hit a record high as the U.S. contends with an ongoing bird flu outbreak. Here’s how much a dozen Grade A eggs costs.
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As egg prices soar, grocers like Trader Joe's limit how many cartons customers can buy
Not only are eggs expensive because of the ongoing bird flu outbreak. Now they are sometimes hard to find.
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Trump official orders consumer protection agency to stop work
The Trump administration has ordered the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to stop nearly all its work, effectively shutting down the agency that was created to protect consumers after the 2008 financial crisis and subprime mortgage-lending scandal.
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Scam calls from ‘Jessica': Experts warn consumers about what to do
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) issued a warning to consumers on Thursday following the growing prominence of a potential phone scam — many involving calls from someone named Jessica.
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San Diego businesses scramble for solutions during egg shortage
Some San Diego County restaurants are charging extra for dishes that include eggs.
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Trump's tariffs on Canada and Mexico paused for 30 days
Companies and consumers brace for price hikes as a result of tariffs on imports, reports NBC 7’s Kelvin Henry.
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How to protect against identity theft
Sergio Flores with NBC 7 and Telemundo 20 Responds has tips to make sure your personal data is protected.
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When should you make summer-camp plans for your kids?
It may still be winter, but getting a jump on planning may help you save money
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Trump's second term could mean the downfall of the FDIC, CFPB: Here's what that means for consumers
Here’s what experts say about the possible closure of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
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Hanging out at Starbucks will cost you as company reverses its open-door policy
If you want to hang out or use the restroom at Starbucks, you’re going to have to buy something. Starbucks on Monday said it was reversing a long-standing policy that invited everyone into its stores.