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NBC 5 Responds recovers $12k after check stolen from small trucking business
Just two days after NBC 5 Responds reached out to Chase Bank on behalf of a small business owner, a stolen $12,000 was place back in her bank account. PJ Randhawa reports.
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NBC 5 Responds recovers $12K after check stolen from small trucking business
Twelve thousand dollars is back where it belongs – in the hands of a small business owner. After one of her checks was stolen out of the mail and cashed out of state, the business owner said she spent months trying to get help from her bank.
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Investigation finds security flaws in doorbell video cameras
A recent investigation has found troubling security flaws in doorbell video cameras, NBC Chicago’s PJ Randhawa reports.
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How to protect your child from a cybersecurity attack
In the wake of a cyberattack on Lurie Children’s Hospital, NBC Chicago’s PJ Randhawa has tips on how to protect your child from a cybersecurity attack.
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Roku customers impacted by data breach impacting 15K accounts
If you’re one of the 80 million consumers using Roku to watch TV and movies online, you may want to change your password.
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How to protect your child from a cybersecurity attack
In all the years her daughter has been treated at Lurie Children’s Hospital, Debora Land said she’s never experienced anything like this.
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Data stolen from Roku users, affecting more than 15,000 accounts
Roku users are encouraged to change their passwords after data was stolen from more than 15,000 accounts, NBC Chicago’s PJ Randhawa reports.
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Here are the top 10 cars, SUVs and trucks for 2024, according to Consumer Reports
Buying a new car can be stressful and expensive. But with expert information, it doesn’t have to be. Every year, NBC Chicago’s partners at Consumer Records buy and test about 50 new cars to measure everything from performance to fuel economy. This year, the 10 best vehicles include a variety of powertrains – hybrids, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles and one…
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A look at the top auto picks for 2024
Now over two months into the new year, NBC Chicago’s PJ Randhawa takes a look at which new cars were named the top auto picks for 2024.
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Chicago man's auto insurance premium suddenly increases by nearly 90%
NBC 5 Responds has warned you that auto insurance premiums are going up industry wide. One Chicago man felt something was wrong when his annual rate increased by nearly 90%. NBC Chicago’s PJ Randhawa reports.
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Chicago man's auto insurance premium suddenly increases by nearly 90%
NBC5 Responds explains why some people are seeing drastic insurance premium increases, plus the legislation aimed at reducing those numbers.
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Top consumer complaints in Illinois and ways to stay protected from them
Here’s are the key takeaways from the top complaints Illinois consumers had in 2023. NBC 5 Responds’ PJ Randhawa reports.
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Here are warning signs of ‘storm chaser' repair schemes and tips to choose a contractor
After 11 tornadoes touched down across the Chicago area on Tuesday, a number of people were cleaning up the damage and making repairs days later. In the aftermath of severe weather, it’s not uncommon to see contractors going door-to-door to offer home repair services. One NBC 5 viewer in Woodridge said at least 12 contractors – all unsolicited – came…
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What to look out for when hiring a storm damage contractor
In the wake of last week’s tornado outbreak across the Chicago area, here’s a look at what to look out for if you’re considering hiring a storm damage contractor.
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A look at Consumer Reports recommendations for those buying a new home
Buying a new home is often a stressful process, and NBC Chicago’s PJ Randhawa takes a look at Consumer Reports recommendations that could help save you down the road.
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Illinois towing laws: Your level of protection is dictated by where you live
Your level of protection by towing laws in Illinois depends on where you live, with laws varying by county. NBC Chicago’s PJ Randhawa reports.
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Illinois towing laws: Your level of protection is dictated by where you live
After a brutal cold snap this past January, all Jill Magiera wanted was to get out of her parking space.
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How thieves drain your gift card balance for untraceable cash
Organized, overseas and ongoing: those words describe a crime wave that targets U.S. gift cards, leaving consumers with worthless plastic.
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How thieves drain your gift card balance for untraceable cash
A warning for anyone buying a gift card, as consumers nationwide report their cards are empty when they try to use them, and PJ Randhawa has more on how you can protect yourself.
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Essential tips for generator safety as the item rises in popularity
With portable generators growing in popularity, NBC Chicago’s PJ Randhawa offers some essential tips for safety with the devices.