Consumer

Clorox said the cyberattack has caused caused ongoing production disruptions but expects to bring systems online next week.

NBC Bay Area Responds to a South Bay family’s TSA dispute and their experience might change the way you go through airport security.

Tourism is a multi-billion dollar industry and criminals want their share. Here’s how not to risk falling into their clutches.

For some smart shoppers, getting dressed is one big math problem.

The prevalence of warning labels has been increasing on consumer products in the past several decades, but researchers aren’t convinced they actually work.

The Biden administration on Wednesday proposed new guidelines for corporate mergers, took steps to disclose the junk fees charged by landlords and launched a crackdown on price-gouging in the food industry.

Scams targeting seniors are on the rise, the FBI is warning. Kathy Vara reports for the NBC4 News on July 7, 2023.

Taskrabbit has a “Happiness Pledge” allowing users to recoup up to $10,000 for property damage due to a tasker’s negligence. But it’s not always so straightforward.

Here is how it’s calculated, explained with the help of some Barbie dolls.

That used car you bought could end up being stolen and lead you to problems with the law, thanks to vehicle title fraud. Carolyn Johnson reports May 4, 2023.

With dozens of egg options at different prices, including for cage-free, free range and organic, what does it all mean, and is it worth paying more? Consumer Reports helped explain.

Evictions in LA are expected to reach an all-time high now that pandemic-era protections have ended. But some tenants’ rights groups are teaching people how to successfully fight back.

Time is running out to use gift cards and coupons at Bed Bath & Beyond and BuyBuy Baby.

As the weather begins to warm up customers will start spending thousands of dollars on tickets to see their favorite stars. Carolyn Johnson reports for the NBC4’s I-Team on March 1, 2023.

Some pet owners are opting for mobile veterinarians. Here’s what you need to know about the service. Carolyn Johnson reports Feb. 23, 2023.

Rebecca Melinger and Andrew Grone are first-time pet parents. Any little sniffle from their bernedoodle Finley makes them nervous. And the long wait time to see a veterinarian doesn’t help. Here are mobile vet clinics in Los Angeles that can help.

Seeking relief from high natural gas bills? You have options. Shockingly high natural gas prices have dropped in recent weeks, but prices in the western region remain higher than last year. Many customers are still feeling the sting as days of cold weather approach in Southern California. Here are some tips to help save money.

Experts say supply chain issues are causing car repairs to take weeks or even months for some people – and the problem won’t be fixed any time soon.

Supply chain issues have meant that some car owners are waiting weeks to months to have their cars repaired. However, there are some things drivers can do if they’re waiting for backordered parts. Carolyn Johnson reports Feb. 15, 2023.

Ditching auto-renewal and reevaluating your budget can help save money. News4’s Susan Hogan is working 4 you on ways to get closer to financial freedom.