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  1. Grocery store

    Prices rising on generic store brands

    John Matarese explains why those store brands many of us love are no longer so cheap.

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      What women really want on Valentines Day

      John Matarese reports on some things that men never think of on Valentine's Day.

    • Black Friday - shopping

      'Shocking' shopping carts jolt customers

      John Matarese investigates a weird phenomena going on inside some big box stores.

    1. Used tires save money, but at what risk?

      Used tires save money, but at what risk?

      John Matarese looks into the growing popularity of used tires, as automobile tire prices soar.

    2. Consumer groups warn about baby seat

      Consumer groups warn about baby seat

      John Matarese reports on concerns about a popular infant seat

      • Report: Claw game machines are rigged

        Report: Claw game machines are rigged

        John Matarese finds why your kids never win at the "claw" machine: It may be set to drop the toy.

        • Stop junk mail and sweepstakes letters

          Stop junk mail and sweepstakes letters

          John Matarese shows what to do if you or an elderly relative is getting swamped by junk mail.

        • Survey names best and worst stores

          Survey names best and worst stores

          John Matarese has the newest ratings of the best and worst department and discount stores.

        • Postcard offers 2 free Delta tickets

          Postcard offers 2 free Delta tickets

          John Matarese investigates a postcard claiming you will receive two free Delta tickets.

          • Sloppy tax preparer leads to IRS audit

            Sloppy tax preparer leads to IRS audit

            John Matarese has a cautionary tale for anyone going to an inexpensive tax preparation service.

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