A major influx in tourists this week means there will be an increase of people getting out and enjoying the beauty of Arizona hiking on our mountains and trails. With that comes the risk of emergencies of those who have put themselves in situations where they have underestimated the difficulty of the hike or...
Read MoreLove is in the air this February, but a potential scam could be too. The FBI issued a warning this week to be cautious of potential romance scams ahead of Valentine’s Day. As Valentine’s Day approaches, it is likely scammers will exploit individuals online who may be looking for companionship or romance this time...
Read MoreAARP Foundation Tax-Aide is providing free in-person and virtual tax assistance and preparation now through April 18. The nation’s largest free, volunteer-based tax assistance and preparation program helped secure more than $1 billion in refunds for more than 1.2 million taxpayers last year. Tax-Aide is offered in conjunction with the IRS, and AARP membership is not required....
Read MorePHOTO CREDIT: ADOT ADOT is warning consumers to look for flood damage before buying a used car. Recent storms are giving more reasons to pay close attention to a vehicle’s condition and history, especially in private sales. Cars damaged by floodwaters’ such as those resulting from rainstorms in California and other states can sometimes...
Read MoreArizonans looking to purchase a lottery ticket or cash in a winning ticket are out of luck for the time being due to the Arizona lottery system crash which has stopped all lottery ticket sales. If you have a winning Arizona Lottery ticket, officials are letting you know that you aren’t able to cash...
Read MoreThe Internal Revenue Service today announced Monday, January 23, 2023, as the beginning of the nation’s 2023 tax season when the agency will begin accepting and processing 2022 tax year returns. More than 168 million individual tax returns are expected to be filed, with the vast majority of those coming before the April 18 tax...
Read MoreAs winter weather grips much of the country, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is warning consumers about deadly hazards from home heating equipment, including space heaters, furnaces and fireplaces. Two hazards of special concern are fires and carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. CPSC urges consumers to take safety precautions while keeping their home warm...
Read MoreWinter is upon us and it won’t be long before the season brings more widespread winter storms. As winter approaches, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is urging consumers to protect themselves against carbon monoxide poisoning, fires, and other storm hazards. Loss of Power—Using a Generator Safely Consumers need to be especially careful when...
Read MoreWith the holidays right around the corner, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reminds consumers to keep safety at the top of your mind this holiday season. Many injuries and deaths associated with celebrating the holidays can be prevented, so consumers are urged to put safety in practice while purchasing toys for children,...
Read MoreIt is that time of year again! We either started our holiday shopping on Black Friday taking advantages of the sales or will spend Cyber Monday searching online for the best prices. Something to keep in mind as you complete your holiday shopping list, if you need to send packages to family across the...
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