On Your Side: Fake Bills Scam

We want to pay our bills on time, but what happens when you get a bill from a company you’ve never heard of, or a business you’ve never hired? It’s happening to…

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    FOX8 On Your Side: Cell Phone Problem

    Think about how much you use your mobile phone. What would you do if you lost service permanently without notice?…

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    On Your Side: Dog Food Recalls

    Many of us treat our pets like members of the family and that includes feeding them the very best. But…

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    On Your Side: The Gift of Life

    Almost one month ago, FOX8 told you a story about the daughter of a Winston-Salem Police Sgt. Mickey Hutchens, who…

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    Deal or Dud: Eggies

    The recipe for boiling eggs is very simple, but what about peeling them? Eggies promises to do an egg-cellent job,…

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    On Your Side: Brand name vs. generic

    In this edition of FOX8 On Your Side, consumer reporter Melissa Painter makes comparisons between a few generic and brand…

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    FOX8 On Your Side: Stop Spam Texts

    “Smishing” it’s “Phishing” for information with text messages, and it’s a growing problem. If you’ve received a text that claims…

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    Deal or Dud: Snap It

    In this edition of Deal or Dud, FOX8 consumer reporter Melissa Painter reviews the “Snap It” eyeglass repair kit.

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    On Your Side: Mover Scams

    It’s the busiest time of the year for moving, which means unlicensed movers and dishonest scammers are waiting to take…

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    FOX8 On Your Side: Scooter Laws

    Driving a scooter can help you save you a lot of money. But is it worth it? Melissa Painter explains…

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    Deal or Dud: Sticky Buddy

    In this edition of Deal or Dud, FOX8 consumer reporter Melissa Painter reviews the Sticky Buddy.  The Sticky Buddy is…

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    FOX8 On Your Side: House Lien

    FOX8 On Your Side consumer reporter Melissa Painter explains why you should know what you’re signing before deciding on a…

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    On Your Side: Overpriced Meds

    In this video, FOX8 On Your Side consumer reporter Melissa Painter explains the hidden costs of healthcare and how to…