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Consumer Watch: What Identity Thieves Don't Want Us To Know

At least 2,500 Oklahomans have their identities stolen every year and the numbers keep climbing. More>>

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Consumer Watch: When To Never Pay Full Price

We all like to save money, but what if I told you there are several items we regularly pay full price for that we shouldn't. Here are some bargain busters that don't require any clipping. More>>

Consumer Watch: Top Scams Warning

Our Consumer Watch Team hears about it every day; Oklahomans ripped off by a business or people we thought we could trust. Despite so many deals sounding too good to be true, many of us still fall for the traps. More>>

Consumer Watch: Boosting Our Tax Refund

Every year we do our American duty and file our taxes. We all want to try to reduce our taxable income, so here are some little known ways to increase that long-awaited refund check. More>>

Consumer Watch: Dangers Of Debit Card Use

A Consumer Watch warning shoppers should consider before whipping out that debit card for Christmas shopping. More>>

Consumer Watch: Business Leaves Family Scrambling For Shelter From The Storm

Richard Rice's storm shelter has seen better days. After all, it's been in his family for more than 100 years. That's why he thought it was a good time to invest in a new one for himself and his wife Nancy. More>>

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Consumer Watch: 2012 Consumer Resolutions
Consumer Watch: 2012 Consumer Resolutions
Our Consumer Watch Team has found 10 things you can do to make your life easier and hopefully happier.More >>
Our Consumer Watch Team has found 10 things you can do to make your life easier and hopefully happier.More >>
Consumer Watch Update: Couple Gets 'Cowboy Cadillac' Surprise
Consumer Watch Update: Couple Gets 'Cowboy Cadillac' Surprise
We first introduced you to Johnny and Connie Hoke in July 2011. They contacted Consumer Watch to help them get back what they called their Cowboy Cadillac, a classic truck they inherited from Connie's late father.More >>
We first introduced you to Johnny and Connie Hoke in July 2011. They contacted Consumer Watch to help them get back what they called their Cowboy Cadillac, a classic truck they inherited from Connie's late father.More >>
Consumer Watch: How To Know If Facebook Offers Are A Deal Or A Scam
Consumer Watch: How To Know If Facebook Offers Are A Deal Or A Scam
We see them just about every time we log onto Facebook. Offers for free dinners or even an iPad. How do you know if they're legit?More >>
We see them just about every time we log onto Facebook. Offers for free dinners or even an iPad. How do you know if they're legit?More >>
Consumer Watch: Bethany Auto Repair Shop Takes Years Fixing Customer's Car
Consumer Watch: Bethany Auto Repair Shop Takes Years Fixing Customer's Car
To Misty Hopkins, her 1995 Acura Legend is something special. The problem is she hasn't driven it in more than two years. She took it to Deville Car Care in July, 2009 to get the engine replaced.
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To Misty Hopkins, her 1995 Acura Legend is something special. The problem is she hasn't driven it in more than two years. She took it to Deville Car Care in July, 2009 to get the engine replaced, paying the owner more than $1200 up front.More >>
Consumer Watch Follow Up: Cowboy Cadillac Hits A Skid
Consumer Watch Follow Up: Cowboy Cadillac Hits A Skid
Johnny Hoke is picking up his 1972 Chevy pick up truck. But the restoration project is far from complete and it's not even at the same shop he took it to nearly one year ago.More >>
Johnny Hoke is picking up his 1972 Chevy pick up truck. But the restoration project is far from complete and it's not even at the same shop he took it to nearly one year ago.More >>
Consumer Watch: Temporary Tattoo Artist Returns To Oklahoma State Fair
Consumer Watch: Temporary Tattoo Artist Returns To Oklahoma State Fair
An Oklahoma teenager says he got a nasty rash from a henna tattoo artist last year. One year later, our Consumer Watch Team returned to the fair and found the artist has returned.More >>
An Oklahoma teenager says he got a nasty rash from a henna tattoo artist last year. One year later, our Consumer Watch Team returned to the fair and found the artist has returned.More >>
College Freshman Wants High School Memories Back
College Freshman Wants High School Memories Back
Ryan Zabel is enjoying life on campus at the University of Tulsa, with a few visits from mom, of course. While he's making memories in college, a piece of his high school days is missing.More >>
Ryan Zabel is enjoying life on campus at the University of Tulsa, with a few visits from mom, of course. While he's making memories in college, a piece of his high school days is missing.More >>
Consumer Watch: Pool Company Leaves Condo Community Pool Dry
Consumer Watch: Pool Company Leaves Condo Community Pool Dry
The residents of 6000 Penn Place would love to spend these dog days of summer cooling off at the pool, but their summer hot spot is closed.More >>
The residents of 6000 Penn Place would love to spend these dog days of summer cooling off at the pool, but their summer hot spot is closed.More >>
Consumer Watch: Gym Delay Leaves New Member Feeling The Burn
Consumer Watch: Gym Delay Leaves New Member Feeling The Burn
Mark Brucher is looking after his health. When he saw a new Gold's Gym under construction near his home, he decided to sign up.More >>
Mark Brucher is looking after his health. When he saw a new Gold's Gym under construction near his home, he decided to sign up.More >>
Consumer Watch: Fighting Faulty Claims On Your Health Bills
Consumer Watch: Fighting Faulty Claims On Your Health Bills
It happens all too often. You get a bill in the mail from an unknown company for a medical procedure you thought your insurance covered. It's possible you are covered and the bill is simply a very expensive error.More >>
It happens all too often. You get a bill in the mail from an unknown company for a medical procedure you thought your insurance covered. It's possible you are covered and the bill is simply a very expensive error.More >>

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Bureau of Consumer Protection
Bureau of Consumer Protection
Our mandate is to protect consumers against unfair, deceptive, or fraudulent practices.More >>
Our mandate is to protect consumers against unfair, deceptive, or fraudulent practices.More >>
Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports
A comprehensive source for unbiased advice about products and services, personal finance, health and nutrition, and other consumer concerns. More >>
A comprehensive source for unbiased advice about products and services, personal finance, health and nutrition, and other consumer concerns. More >>
Epinions Web Site
Epinions Web Site
Find out what other's have to say about the products you are thinking of buying before you buy. More >>
Find out what other's have to say about the products you are thinking of buying before you buy. More >>
Product Safety Recalls
Product Safety Recalls
Search the Recalls index to see whether a product you own has been recalled and read about the latest recalls. More >>
Search the Recalls index to see whether a product you own has been recalled and read about the latest recalls. More >>
Better Business Bureau
Better Business Bureau
Since the founding of the first BBB in 1912, the BBB system has proven that the majority of marketplace problems can be solved fairly through the use of voluntary self-regulation and consumer education. More >>
Since the founding of the first BBB in 1912, the BBB system has proven that the majority of marketplace problems can be solved fairly through the use of voluntary self-regulation and consumer education. More >>

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Amanda Taylor
Amanda Taylor
Amanda Taylor anchors News 9 at 5, 6 and 10 p.m. and heads News 9's award-winning Consumer Watch Team.More >>
Amanda Taylor anchors News 9 at 5, 6 and 10 p.m. and heads News 9's award-winning Consumer Watch Team.More >>

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Keep Your Computer Running Smoothly
Keep Your Computer Running Smoothly
If your computer seems to be running slow, it may be time to "defrag" it.More >>
If your computer seems to be running slow, it may be time to "defrag" it.More >>
Consumer Watch: Gift Card Scam Warning
Consumer Watch: Gift Card Scam Warning
The Consumer Watch team has a warning about a Christmas gift scam. The gift cards you're buying for friends and relatives could be worthless.More >>
The Consumer Watch team has a warning about a Christmas gift scam. The gift cards you're buying for friends and relatives could be worthless.More >>
Need Help with Debt?
Need Help with Debt?
Updated: Wednesday, October 27 2010 10:14 PM EDT2010-10-28 03:14:18 GMT
If you need help getting out of debt, read on to find a local agency to give you guidance.More >>
There have been some new rule changes to help consumers should they seek the help of a debt settlement company. If you're in need of help, I suggest going through a non profit agency. They still willMore >>
Facebook Apps Leaking Info
Facebook Apps Leaking Info
A report Monday said several popular Facebook applications have been transmitting users' personal identifying information to dozens of advertising and Internet tracking companies. Learn how to protect yourself.More >>
The Wall Street Journal reported Monday that several popular Facebook applications have been transmitting users' personal identifying information to dozens of advertising and Internet tracking companies. Learn how to protect yourself.More >>
Uncompleted Pole Barn: Now What?
Uncompleted Pole Barn: Now What?
What a mess! Everyone's blaming everyone! But read on to see what you should do if you're stuck in the middle.More >>
What a mess! The pole barn builder, Jason Priest says the reason people's barns aren't complete is because of his wife. His (soon to be ex) wife Marita says the reason is because Jason took off withMore >>
Consumer Watch Helps Put Scammer Away
Consumer Watch Helps Put Scammer Away
It's a case federal prosecutors described as being about greed and deception… that of Wallace Lawrence III. And I had a chance to watch it unfold. More >>
It's a case federal prosecutors described as being about greed and deception… that of Wallace Lawrence III. If you missed it, we uncovered the scam he was running in the metro. In court, it came outMore >>
Discounted Dental Service
Discounted Dental Service
If you can't afford dental care, OU School of Dentistry may be a good option. Read on to learn more.More >>
If you can't afford dental care, OU School of Dentistry may be a good option... but it's not going to be for everyone. The director says what you save in money, you make up for in time. Also, becauseMore >>
Paying for a Freebie?
Paying for a Freebie?
You have to hand it to a business for trying to make money off of something you get for free. But if I were you, do not pay for labor posters for your workplace...More >>
You have to hand it to a business for trying to make money off of something you get for free. But if you're like me, you'll opt for the freebie! If you're a business owner and need state and federalMore >>
Gotcha Covered Franchise Problems
Gotcha Covered Franchise Problems
If you've had problems with the local franchise of "Gotcha Covered", let me know.More >>
If you've had problems with the local franchise of "Gotcha Covered", let me know. I've talked with corporate and they say they want to help customers in what ever way they can. They say the local owner,More >>
Insurance Co. Fast - Mortgage Co. Slow
Insurance Co. Fast - Mortgage Co. Slow
I've now heard from more of you who are in the same boat. Your insurance company has paid the claim in a fair amount of time, but it's the mortgage company that seems to be dragging their feet. Read on to file a complaint.More >>
I've now heard from more of you who are in the same boat. Your insurance company has paid the claim in a fair amount of time, but it's the mortgage company that seems to be dragging their feet. The agencyMore >>

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