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How CT fans and businesses can benefit from the FIFA World Cup
The World Cup is expected to bring two million visitors and more than $1.1 billion in economic impact to New England. The “Boston 2026 Host Committee” and “Meet Boston” released this data Wednesday, marking one year until the first match of the tournament kicks off. The new projection predicts the matches in Boston will create more than 5,000 jobs,... -
Milford business owner warns others after experiencing alleged $60K check fraud
A Milford caterer says there is something every business owner needs to know after her business was stiffed almost $64,000 when a customer’s check bounced twice. If a customer is paying with a check, take a picture of their photo ID. Stephanie LeFrancois, the owner of Forks & Fingers Catering in Milford, says she did her due diligence researchi... -
How do cybercriminals carry out text scams?
Cybercriminals send deceptive texts, oftentimes impersonating legitimate organizations, with the hopes of tricking people into giving out sensitive, personal information. This form of a scam is typically referred to as “smishing,” short for SMS phishing. NBC CT Responds heard from dozens of viewers who received a scam message Tuesday cl... -
Shop smarter this summer with these tips
As summer nears, some people are finalizing their plans and others are adjusting theirs because of costs. Savings website RetailMeNot asked 1,000 consumers where they plan to cut back spending this summer. The top 5 categories include: dining out or takeout, clothing and accessories, electronics, travel and leisure, and lastly, home goods and furni... -
Spring is a good time to clean up your subscriptions
It’s time for spring cleaning, but don’t just spruce up your home, garage or closet. Think about what subscriptions you use, too. A CNET study found people spent an average of $90 a month on subscriptions in the past year, costing them more than $1,000 annually. Of that, it said just over $200 was spent on subscriptions that people just…... -
Spring is a good time to clean up your subscriptions
Take a look at the subscription services you are paying for and stop the ones you aren’t using to save yourself some money.
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AI is changing how we get hired. Here are tips to get your resume beyond the bots
There are almost 80,000 job openings in Connecticut, according to the state Department of Labor. But we’ve heard from job seekers who say landing a position isn’t easy—artificial intelligence might be part of the challenge. “Research is showing that more than 80% of all US companies are using some form of AI in their hiring process,” said Ama... -
Need a garage door fix? What to watch out for as state investigates repair scams
If you need to get your garage door fixed, do your research. Connecticut’s Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) is now issuing that warning after receiving 23 consumer complaints since April of 2024. Some consumers say there was poor workmanship, and others say they weren’t given a receipt. The department’s warning message is similar to what our... -
Be prepared: lessons learned from Portugal, Spain blackout
Residents of Portugal and Spain are now out of the dark after a huge power outage hit most of the Iberian Peninsula Monday.
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Be prepared: lessons learned from Portugal, Spain blackout
Residents of Portugal and Spain are now out of the dark after a huge power outage hit most of the Iberian Peninsula Monday. The blackout grounded planes, halted public transportation and impacted hospitals. While the cause is still unclear, the situation is a good reminder of our reliance on electricity and phone service. Former Connecticut residen... -
‘Little House on the Prairie' event organizer accused of bouncing $64k check
A Little House on the Prairie 50th anniversary event in Farmington did not meet the mark for fans. Now, the event organizer is charged with first-degree larceny. Jack Bishop of Pittsfield, Illinois, is accused of writing a bad check for almost $64,000 to a Milford catering company he hired to feed 650 attendees for the two-day event. The owner of F... -
Tariffs could drain almost $5,000 from average family's budget this year: study
There’s no question that tariffs are expected to impact our wallets. Economic analysts have been crunching the numbers. A study released Tuesday projects tariffs will cost the average American household almost $5,000 this year. The Yale report not only says tariffs will make things more expensive for consumers, but the taxes on imports will also hi... -
Stocking up? Expert tips as food prices face new uncertainty
Consumers are waking up every day to changes that could impact the price of what we eat. Our NBC CT Responds team is hearing questions about whether tariffs will stick, whether food prices will rise, and what items may no longer be on supermarket shelves. Food industry analyst and the editor of Supermarketguru.com, Phil Lempert, says, first and for... -
Denied rental cars: State takes action after NBC CT report, other complaints
Our NBC CT Responds team shared a warning last month after a local woman was denied a rental car in Florida despite having a legal license. After our story aired, we heard from four other consumers who experienced the same thing. Now, our state’s attorney general is taking action to prevent this from happening to other drivers, as his...
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How are prices monitored to track inflation?
We talk about inflation all the time. When the prices of goods and services increase or decrease, we feel it in our wallets. But how does our country track trends? NBC Responds got a behind-the-scenes look at the work community members do to collect this data. Every month, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics releases updated Consumer Price Index...... -
More protection for fans after executive order targets ticketing industry
More eyes will soon be monitoring the ticket sales industry after President Trump signed an executive order this week.
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More protection for fans after executive order targets ticketing industry
More eyes will soon be monitoring the ticket sales industry after President Trump signed an executive order this week. Could this help provide some relief for music and sports fans? We all know that buying a ticket to a concert or a sporting event can be a really frustrating experience. NBC CT Responds has heard from so many of you…
