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Saturday, November 07, 2009 TOP STORIES

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Cash for Clunkers Program Cashes In
The Cash for Clunkers program was geared toward trading in your old gas guzzlers, but national statistics show the new cars guzzle gas too. Video Video  |  Document Carfax Prevents Cash for Clunkers Scam (1.2MB)
OP Man Charged in Locksmith Fraud Case
An NBC Action News investigation into fraud by locksmiths has led to an Overland Park man facing criminal charges.
City Council Looks At Northland Traffic Problem
The City Council is looking at a traffic and public safety problem exposed by Call for Action in June. It won't be an easy road to bring down the barricade blocking access to a subdivision. Video Video  |  Document Revised ordinance proposed to address barricade at Pine Grove (26.5KB)
Check Your Automated Utility Meter Readings
The days of a meter reader appearing at your house are disappearing, but how accurate are those automated meter readings? Are you getting charged the right utility bill? Video Video
Free Trial You Never Wanted May Cause Fees
There is a new twist on risk free berry offers. This time consumers say they never signed up for the trial but still got charged. Video Video
Consumer Tips
Medicare Prescription Help On The Way
Call For Action is once again making medicare prescription drug sign-up easy. Find out how to get free help choosing the right plan for your needs.
FDA Says Flush Some Medicine Down The Toilet
The FDA is putting out a list of drugs it says can be flushed down the toilet even though drugs have been known to show up in the water supply.
FTC Targets Up-Front Mortgage Fees
It's illegal in Missouri, and now the FTC is considering action against the up-front fees companies charge to help you save your home.
Thoughts on Free Credit Reports Wanted by FTC
The FTC wants your comments on the rule that allows you to get a free credit report each year. The proposed amendments target the confusing ads for these reports that end up costing money.

INSIDE | See the FTC's Credit Report Video.
Could the FDIC Run Out of Cash?
When you open up a bank account, your money is protected up to a certain amount but the government agency that provides that protection may be running out of money.


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