Woman to serve 15 years in prison for $400K dating app scam in Maryland
A Montgomery County man was told by a woman he met on an app that she would invest his money with big returns. Instead, she spent it.
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AI medical advice: Why to think twice about accuracy and privacy
Chatbots “do get things wrong” when it comes to medical advice, a Consumer Reports health reporter said. Plus, your personal information could be used, sold or even stolen in a data breach. News4’s Susan Hogan has tips.
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Consumer warning about squishy toy burn hazards
The Consumer Product Safety Commission says counterfeit and potentially dangerous versions of wildly popular squishy toys are flooding the market. News4’s Susan Hogan reports.
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What to know about U.S. home sales
New numbers on the housing market show how tough it still is for people trying to buy a home. Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan explains what today’s numbers mean.
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FDA official gives update as cyclosporiasis cases climb to 18,000
News4’s Susan Hogan talked with a lead FDA investigator about the status of cyclosporiasis.
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How to get help now that the 90-day pause on Pepco shutoffs has ended
The moratorium had given residents a pause on paying the bills but did not offer bill forgiveness.
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What a false positive means for the cyclospora outbreak
The FDA backtracked after saying a sample of shredded lettuce linked to the cyclospora outbreak tested positive for the parasite, now saying the test actually was a false positive. News4’s Susan Hogan explains.
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‘What's the Wi-Fi password?' Why to think twice about sharing it at home
When you share your home’s Wi-Fi with guests, you’re sharing a lot more than you might think. News4’s Susan Hogan shares easy tips to protect your devices.
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Tracking local cyclospora cases
News4’s Susan Hogan is following the latest developments in cyclosporiasis in the DMV and nationwide.
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How federal cuts could be affecting cyclospora investigation
The cyclospora outbreak continues to expand, and while investigators are making progress, they still haven’t identified the source. Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan reports.
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Peel outer layer of produce and cook vegetables amid foodborne-illness outbreak
Take extra precautions when preparing produce by discarding outer leaves and peels, washing, and ideally cooking vegetables.
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Kids' deaths in hot cars: How quickly cars get dangerously hot, plus prevention tips
Research shows that stress, sleep deprivation and changes in routine can lead to children’s accidental deaths in hot cars. News4’s Susan Hogan shares tips that could help prevent a tragedy.
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Why are there so many food recalls lately? Experts explain what's really going on
Is the food system changing faster than the safety system can keep up? In this Susan Makes $ense, a food-safety researcher and a longtime food-safety leader at Walmart and Disney share their sides.
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Pet flea infestation? Here's what to do
If your pet has fleas, make sure to act fast. News4’s Susan Hogan spoke to experts about how to prevent and get rid of the pests.
