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Charlotte Mecklenburg Police say writing down the numbers on your electronics greatly increases the chance you'll get them back if they're stolen. More>>
Mom of three who created a coupon-clipping website which only features businesses in the southeast to teach a workshop in Gaston County. More>>
By STEPHANIE NANO Associated Press Writer Two large Iowa farms have recalled 550 million eggs because of possible contamination with salmonella. Investigators from the Food and Drug Administration are... More>>
A simple 10-minute plan can help ease some of the headaches, and heartaches, that come with having your computer stolen. More>>
Toyota recalled 1.13 million cars Thursday because their engines may stall, the latest in a string of quality problems at the Japanese automaker. More>>
A federal agency says 380,000 pounds of possibly tainted deli meat products sold in sandwiches at Wal-Mart stores have been recalled by a food company in Buffalo. More>>
The battle between what college-bound students say they want and need might actually have a happy ending for parents. More>>
Hundreds of people have been sickened in a salmonella outbreak linked to eggs in four states and possibly more, health officials said Wednesday as a company dramatically expanded a recall to 380 million eggs. More>>
Harley-Davidson family in Gastonia reeling after news the Carolina Harley store will close. For many the staff and customers are like family. More>>
The Atlanta-based company American Shingle & Siding Roofing Company has made a bad name for itself with the Better Business Bureau, earning more than 300 complaints and an F rating. More>>
Every year, much of the food we prepare ends up in the garbage. Make sure your family isn't throwing food -- and money -- away. More>>
Honda Motor Co. is recalling the popular Accord and Civic passenger cars to address problems with an ignition switch that could allow the key to be removed without the transmission being shifted into park, its third recall... More>>
Summer is prime time for barbecuing. But anyone spending time in their backyard will want to check this week's list of recalled items. More>>
The latest form of identity theft doesn't depend on stealing your Social Security number. Now thieves are targeting your kid's number long before the little one even has a bank account. More>>
The results are in on WBTV's non-scientific, independent test to see if a 75 gallon aquarium has a leak. More>>
Goodwill calls it's Freedom Drive outlet store a "gem" where major deals can be found. More>>
Color-coded system helps hospital staff and visitors find balance in their diets. More>>
CHARLOTTE, NC (WBTV) - It's an equation that equals trouble. Take the country's stubborn unemployment rate, add a new health care system many people don't understand, and what you'll get is a big, brand More>>
Wireless carrier suffers security breach which compromises some personal information of customers. More>>
CHARLOTTE, NC (WBTV) - A local company has been preying on people in danger of losing their homes, according to the Better Business Bureau and North Carolina Attorney General Roy Cooper. Cooper obtained More>>
School has been out for less than two full weeks and chances are, parents have already heard their children say, "I'm bored". More>>
Some customers are noticing new fees being charged to new and old accounts which haven't been used in some time. More>>
Our contest to win a book called iPad for Seniors for Dummies has ended and the two winners have been chosen. Thanks to everyone who entered! More>>
Most teens have either been cyber-bullied or know someone who has. Our Cyber Expert offers advice to fend off the bullies. More>>
The President is asking Congress to pass a series of rebates for people who make their homes more energy efficient. More>>
Here are links to websites that help explain how expiration time works on gift cards. More>>
After Kristen Miranda reported a new way for dog owners to figure out just what kind of K-9 they own -- with a Doggie DNA test -- WBTV decided to give away 3 kits to lucky viewers. More>>
Protecting yourself from "phishing" emails and a word of the week which could get you "hooked". More>>
A second open enrollment for the Inclusive Health program offers insurance to people with pre-existing conditions. This event focuses on those who live in and around Gaston County. More>>
Thinking big and small about protecting our furry friends in case of any type of natural or man-made disaster. More>>
Many of the customers who shop at the Food Lion grocery store on South Boulevard in Charlotte have some specific requests. More>>
Ellen Beige is in the market for a job. Her online searches for job openings has brought her face to face with some very interesting offers to work from home and make big bucks. More>>
A couple in Lenoir, Caldwell County, learns the hard way that many mortgage companies will take all or nothing when it comes to monthly payments. More>>
Pet finding web company boasts it's highest number of success stories in North Carolina. More>>
It's never too early to start teaching kids how to handle money. Three tools for parents, depending on the age of their child, to get the lessons going. More>>
First-time home buyers are starting to take advantage of incentives in the real estate market. More>>
President Barack Obama says his budget marks "a new era of responsibility," but Republicans are calling it a "missed opportunity." More>>
Kyle Prairie, Director of Ticket Sales for the National Hockey League's Carolina Hurricanes, today announced the team's 2009 playoff and 2009-10 season ticket offerings. The plans are highlighted by an opportunity for season-ticket holders to freeze their season ticket rates at the current prices through the 2011-12 season. More>>
The union which represents employees with the United States Post Office in the Charlotte area is upset with a decision to reduce the operating hours at some post offices. More>>
Due to the economic downturn, more businesses are closing their doors and leaving some consumers in the lurch, Attorney General Roy Cooper said today. "During these tough times, consumers really want to make sure they get what they pay for," said Cooper. "My office stands ready to try to help customers when a business shuts its doors." More>>
Saturday morning we test out the Aqua Globes. They claim to keep your plants watered for up to two weeks. Do they work? Kelly and Kristen start the experiment Saturday. More>>
Saturday morning on our live product testing segment, Kelly and Kristen test Chef Tony's Smart Lidz. More>>
You think you've found the right home. But is it really worth what the sellers are asking? Before you give away your hard earned money, do some thorough research. More>>
The US is no longer in a recession, most economists say. But the economic recovery has slowed due to cautious attitudes among consumers and businesses, among other factors. More>>
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