At last: Obama administration offers proposals to stop gun violence
After 12 people were killed and 58 wounded at a movie theater in Aurora, Colo., on July 20, 2012, I […]
Consumer Protection
New Coca-Cola advertising campaign on obesity not helpful in addressing nation’s weight crisis
The Center for Science in the Public Interest is critical of the approach Coca-Cola is taking in its new obesity
Recall of the Week: John Deere utility vehicles due to fire hazard
Deere & Co. is recalling about 4,650 utility vehicles. The fuel line can separate, posing a fire hazard, the company
Watch out for diet and fitness cons in the New Year
As consumers ring in the New Year, many make resolutions to improve their health in 2013. If you are one
Check your credit reports in 2013
One of the items on my financial resolutions list this year is to check mycredit reports. It’s something consumers should
Pediatricians group supports research, labeling requirements, and safety standards for cell phones
The American Academy of Pediatrics is supporting pending legislation that would require new research into the safety of cell phone
Recall of the Week: GM vehicles due to roll away hazard
General Motors is recalling about 55,000 Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC vehicles. The vehicles may have been built with a fractured
Top 10 consumer stories of 2012
Last year was a mixed year for consumers. While there were a few encouraging happenings, such as positive election
Recall of the Week: Nap Nanny recliners by four retailers due to risk of injury and death
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and four retailers are announcing a voluntary recall of Nap Nanny recliners made by