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CalConsumer is a nonprofit consumer education and advocacy organization. Est. 1986
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Insurance companies are dropping customers as the cost of disasters goes up. Some communities in California are working to reduce their risk, but so far, insurance companies often aren't factoring that in.
This community is getting a disaster makeover. Insurance bills are still rising
Insurance companies are dropping customers as the cost of disasters goes up. Some communities in California are working to reduce their risk, but so far, insurance companies often aren't factoring that in.
n.pr
November 21, 2025 at 10:55 PM
Insurance companies are dropping customers as the cost of disasters goes up. Some communities in California are working to reduce their risk, but so far, insurance companies often aren't factoring that in.
How to save money and avoid scams renting a car www.10news.com/consumer/how...
How to save money and avoid scams renting a car
This holiday season, avoid extra fees and headaches that can come with renting a car. Here is how to protect yourself and your wallet.
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November 20, 2025 at 3:47 AM
How to save money and avoid scams renting a car www.10news.com/consumer/how...
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Don't do any of this.
November 17, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Don't do any of this.
Researchers with a California consumer watchdog group are warning parents about the risks posed by a growing number of AI-powered toys hitting the market ahead of the holidays. www.ktvu.com/video/1741787
Researchers with a California consumer watchdog group are warning parents about the risks posed by a growing number of AI-powered toys hitting the market ahead of the holidays.
The California Public Interest Research Group (CalPIRG) released its annual Trouble in Toyland report this week, spotlighting toys the group says could be hazardous — including those with toxic chemic...
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November 19, 2025 at 4:22 AM
Researchers with a California consumer watchdog group are warning parents about the risks posed by a growing number of AI-powered toys hitting the market ahead of the holidays. www.ktvu.com/video/1741787
California insurance reforms leaving homeowners uninsured www.cbs8.com/article/news...
California insurance reforms leaving homeowners uninsured
Explore why over 10% of California homeowners are without fire insurance and why reforms are failing to deliver relief amid wildfire risks.
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November 16, 2025 at 4:01 AM
California insurance reforms leaving homeowners uninsured www.cbs8.com/article/news...
In California, It Remains Illegal for Medical Debt to Appear on Credit Reports: Attorney General Bonta Issues Consumer Alert yubanet.com/california/i...
November 14, 2025 at 12:33 AM
In California, It Remains Illegal for Medical Debt to Appear on Credit Reports: Attorney General Bonta Issues Consumer Alert yubanet.com/california/i...
Google launches a lawsuit targeting text message scammers www.npr.org/2025/11/12/n...
Google launches a lawsuit targeting text message scammers
Ever gotten a text saying you forgot to pay a nonexistent road toll or need to pick up a mystery package? Google's going after the scammers behind those messages.
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November 12, 2025 at 4:56 PM
Google launches a lawsuit targeting text message scammers www.npr.org/2025/11/12/n...
Sling TV to pay $530,000 to settle California privacy violations www.consumeraffairs.com/news/sling-t...
November 11, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Sling TV to pay $530,000 to settle California privacy violations www.consumeraffairs.com/news/sling-t...
'Why does this happen?': Man says romance scammers have been using his picture to attract women for 15 years abcnews.go.com/amp/US/happe...
'Why does this happen?': Man says romance scammers have been using his picture to attract women for 15 years
Scott Cole told ABC News that since around 2010, he has been at the center of a social media romance scam nightmare.
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November 11, 2025 at 3:40 PM
'Why does this happen?': Man says romance scammers have been using his picture to attract women for 15 years abcnews.go.com/amp/US/happe...
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California health officials say tests show that ByHeart baby formula linked to a botulism outbreak contained the type of bacteria that produces the toxin that has sickened at least 13 infants in 10 states.
Preliminary tests find germ that causes botulism in ByHeart baby formula
California health officials say tests show that ByHeart baby formula linked to a botulism outbreak contained the type of bacteria that produces the toxin that has sickened at least 13 infants in 10 states.
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November 10, 2025 at 5:30 AM
California health officials say tests show that ByHeart baby formula linked to a botulism outbreak contained the type of bacteria that produces the toxin that has sickened at least 13 infants in 10 states.
Target, Walmart and other major retailers are rolling out early Black Friday deals. Should you shop or wait? www.wcpo.com/money/consum...
Target, Walmart and other major retailers are rolling out early Black Friday deals. Should you shop or wait?
Target and other retailers already launched early Black Friday deals, but experts say 63% of shoppers plan to wait for Thanksgiving weekend sales.
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November 9, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Target, Walmart and other major retailers are rolling out early Black Friday deals. Should you shop or wait? www.wcpo.com/money/consum...
Over 800,000 Peloton bikes recalled for posing injury risk. See issue, remedy. www.usatoday.com/story/money/...
November 9, 2025 at 2:39 AM
Over 800,000 Peloton bikes recalled for posing injury risk. See issue, remedy. www.usatoday.com/story/money/...
‘Grandparent scam’ circulates through Northern California, police say www.aol.com/grandparent-...
‘Grandparent scam’ circulates through Northern California, police say
(FOX40.COM) — A scam that has been fooling people into thinking that their grandchildren are in harm’s way is circulating through Northern California, according to police. • Video Above: Scams circula...
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November 7, 2025 at 10:24 PM
‘Grandparent scam’ circulates through Northern California, police say www.aol.com/grandparent-...
Don’t eat these peaches or peach products: Listeria contamination fears spark nationwide recalls
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Don't eat these peaches or peach products: Listeria contamination fears spark nationwide recalls
Multiple recalls were announced by the FDA after a California-based fruit supplier warned about some of its yellow and white peaches.
www.fastcompany.com
November 7, 2025 at 2:48 AM
Don’t eat these peaches or peach products: Listeria contamination fears spark nationwide recalls
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#WARNING: CPSC warns consumers to immediately stop using Bubble Monkey baby loungers due to risk of serious injury or death from fall and entrapment hazards; Violates mandatory standard for infant sleep products. Learn more: www.cpsc.gov/Warnings/202...
October 9, 2025 at 4:11 PM
#WARNING: CPSC warns consumers to immediately stop using Bubble Monkey baby loungers due to risk of serious injury or death from fall and entrapment hazards; Violates mandatory standard for infant sleep products. Learn more: www.cpsc.gov/Warnings/202...
58M pounds of corn dogs and sausage-on-a-stick products recalled because wood pieces may be inside ktla.com/food/ap-58m-...
58M pounds of corn dogs and sausage-on-a-stick products recalled because wood pieces may be inside
Approximately 58 million pounds of corn dogs and other sausage-on-a-stick products are being recalled nationwide because pieces of wood may be embedded in the batter, with several consumers reporti…
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September 29, 2025 at 2:53 PM
58M pounds of corn dogs and sausage-on-a-stick products recalled because wood pieces may be inside ktla.com/food/ap-58m-...
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#Recall: Nearly 95,000 electric cars are being recalled because their defrosters and defoggers may not work, making it difficult to see out the windshield while driving. The affected vehicles are the 2023-2025 Lexus RZ, Subaru Solterra, and Toyota bZ4x.
Lexus, Subaru, and Toyota EVs Recalled for Foggy Windows - Consumer Reports
The Lexus RZ, Subaru Solterra, and Toyota bZ4x are being recalled because faulty heating could cause the windshield to fog up.
www.consumerreports.org
September 12, 2025 at 9:00 PM
#Recall: Nearly 95,000 electric cars are being recalled because their defrosters and defoggers may not work, making it difficult to see out the windshield while driving. The affected vehicles are the 2023-2025 Lexus RZ, Subaru Solterra, and Toyota bZ4x.
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“The CARS Act will protect millions of Californians from costly auto sales scams and make the car-buying experience easier and more transparent,” said John Van Alst at NCLC. “We applaud the work of Senator Allen and the California Legislature." #ProtectConsumers www.nclc.org/california-l...
California Legislature Sends Bill to Make New and Used Cars More Affordable to Governor Newsom
California Combating Auto Retail Scams (CARS) Act will make buying a new or used vehicle in California more affordable and less risky.
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September 12, 2025 at 4:06 PM
“The CARS Act will protect millions of Californians from costly auto sales scams and make the car-buying experience easier and more transparent,” said John Van Alst at NCLC. “We applaud the work of Senator Allen and the California Legislature." #ProtectConsumers www.nclc.org/california-l...
Health officials urge consumers not to eat Trader Joe’s frozen uncured pepperoni pizza ktla.com/news/califor...
Health officials urge consumers not to eat Trader Joe’s frozen uncured pepperoni pizza
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service issued a public health alert Friday for Trader Joe’s frozen, not-ready-to-eat uncured pepperoni pizza imported from Italy sin…
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September 2, 2025 at 8:34 PM
Health officials urge consumers not to eat Trader Joe’s frozen uncured pepperoni pizza ktla.com/news/califor...
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Chagas disease, long considered only a threat abroad, is established in California and the Southern U.S.
It's one of the most insidious diseases you've never heard of, but Chagas is here in California and 29 other states across the U.S.
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It's one of the most insidious diseases you've never heard of, but Chagas is here in California and 29 other states across the U.S.
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Chagas disease, long considered only a threat abroad, is established in California and the Southern U.S. - NewsBreak
Chagas disease is deadly, pervasive and more prevalent in the U.S. than you'd think. It's not just brought here by people from nations where the disease is
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September 1, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Chagas disease, long considered only a threat abroad, is established in California and the Southern U.S.
It's one of the most insidious diseases you've never heard of, but Chagas is here in California and 29 other states across the U.S.
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It's one of the most insidious diseases you've never heard of, but Chagas is here in California and 29 other states across the U.S.
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Salad kits sold in 25 states, including California, recalled ktla.com/news/nationw...
Salad kits sold in 25 states, including California, recalled
The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) announced the recall of salad kits that were sold in 25 states.
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August 29, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Salad kits sold in 25 states, including California, recalled ktla.com/news/nationw...
CDC warns of Salmonella outbreak traced to recalled eggs www.scrippsnews.com/life/recalls...
CDC warns of Salmonella outbreak traced to recalled eggs
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a food safety alert Thursday after nearly 100 people fell ill due to a Salmonella outbreak in recalled eggs.
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August 29, 2025 at 1:43 AM
CDC warns of Salmonella outbreak traced to recalled eggs www.scrippsnews.com/life/recalls...
Attorney General Bonta Warns Californians of Text-Based Scams Targeting Taxpayers oag.ca.gov/news/press-r...
Attorney General Bonta Warns Californians of Text-Based Scams Targeting Taxpayers
OAKLAND — California Attorney General Rob Bonta today alerted consumers of ongoing text-based scam activity targeting California taxpayers. Tax fraud scams are a part of a larger universe of governmen...
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August 28, 2025 at 12:11 AM
Attorney General Bonta Warns Californians of Text-Based Scams Targeting Taxpayers oag.ca.gov/news/press-r...
Meal kit company ordered to pay $7.5 million for ‘deceptive subscription practices’ ktla.com/news/califor...
August 18, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Meal kit company ordered to pay $7.5 million for ‘deceptive subscription practices’ ktla.com/news/califor...
Northern California police say scammers are getting clever with new bank scam fox40.com/news/local-n...
Northern California police say scammers are getting clever with new bank scam
(FOX40.COM) — Northern California police are warning the public about a clever new scam that is targeting bank accounts. • Video Above: Scams circulating in California According to the Rockli…
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August 15, 2025 at 5:39 AM
Northern California police say scammers are getting clever with new bank scam fox40.com/news/local-n...