March 18, 2010

1.2 Million Graco High Chairs Recalled

The government is announcing a recall of some 1.2 million high chairs, saying they pose a fall hazard to children.


March 11, 2010

Hearings Continue Over Toyota Acceleration Problems

Another hearing today after a week of harrowing stories from Toyota drivers. Brooke Hart reports. 


March 09, 2010

Ga. House Approves Stricter Food Safety Bill

The Georgia House has beefed up a food safety bill.


March 02, 2010

GM to Recall 1.3 Million Compacts for Steering Problem

General Motors says it will notify the owners of 1.3 million Chevrolet and Pontiac compacts that are being recalled when the parts are available to fix power steering motors.


February 18, 2010

Fewer Airline Crashes in 2009, but More Deaths

An airline industry group counts 18 fatal airline accidents last year, five fewer than in 2008.


February 15, 2010

Energy Star Appliance Rebates In Effect Now

The state energy efficient appliance rebate program provides Georgia residents with rebates ranging from $25 - $199 on Energy Star rated appliances.


January 22, 2010

Toyota Recalls 2.3 Million Vehicles

Toyota is still working on a problem with gas pedals that prompted a recall.
That problem was blamed for several crashes, including one that killed four people.


January 20, 2010

More than a Million Graco Strollers Recalled

About one and a half million Graco strollers are being recalled. Several children’s fingertips had to be amputated after getting stuck in the canopy’s hinge.


December 22, 2009

President Pushing Small Banks to Lend More

At Tuesday’s meeting, the White House says President Obama will again reiterate his message on lending, as well as discuss the housing foreclosure crisis.


December 17, 2009

Citi to Suspend Foreclosures for 30 Days

The New York-based bank will halt foreclosure sales and stop evicting homeowners from properties it has already seized.
The company projects it will help 2,000 homeowners with scheduled foreclosure sales and another 2,000 that were due to receive foreclosure notices.


December 15, 2009

50 Million Blinds Recalled as Strangulation Hazard

The government and the window covering industry are recalling more than 50 million Roman-style shades and roll-up blinds because of the risk children may be strangled by the cords.
Cordless window coverings are recommended for all homes where children live or visit.


November 27, 2009

Toys Containing Lead Still on Store Shelves

Toymakers told to get the lead out. Mary Parks reports. 


November 24, 2009

Survey Ranks Holiday Shopping Annoyances

Shoppers gear up to run the gauntlet of holiday shopping. Brian Mooar reports. 

“Trouble in Toyland” Report Due Out Tuesday

If you’re shopping for toys, a consumer group warns there’s “Trouble in Toyland.“
The group says dangerous or toxic toys can still be found on America’s store shelves.


November 20, 2009

Websites Give an Early Peak at Black Friday Deals

Find out which Black Friday websites to visit before your shopping excursion. Mike Wendland reports. 

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