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Action Line: Building Green

Action Line: Building Green

Going green has become a new building trend, as a focus on the environment moves into the places we live, work, and even go to school. Anyone who thinks it isn't easy being... Read more »

Action Line: Text message spam

Action Line: Text message spam

It's a new twist on telemarketing, but one that can end up costing consumers a bundle. Text message spam -- or unwanted incoming messages on your cell phone -- can cost you every time you get one,... Read more »

Action Line: Children’s nursing services

Action Line: Children’s nursing services

A children's nursing service that announced a shut down at month's end may have a change of plans, if negotiations with the state can keep it afloat. Castle Community Care blamed low state-reimbursement... Read more »

Stores requiring a minimum credit card purchase are breaking the rules

Stores requiring a minimum credit card purchase are breaking the rules

A popular business practice with credit cards is to set a minimum purchase amount. But that violates a little-known rule. Merchants pay sometimes steep fees for accepting plastic -- and it makes... Read more »

Action Line: What’s breaking auto engines?

The complaints started with boats and lawn-mowers shortly after the blend of gas at Hawaii pumps changed to include ethanol, an alcohol based alternative fuel. Now auto repair shops are seeing a surge in car engine trouble. Read more »

Medicare and Medicaid fraud on the rise

Medicare and Medicaid fraud on the rise

Fraud and scams targeting older people are on the rise, but people are on the lookout and are ready to fight back. Sweepstakes, identity theft and internet scams are a perpetual problem and now, fraud involving Medicare and Medicaid is becoming a multibillion-dollar issue. Read more »

Action Line: Fake check scam

Action Line: Fake check scam

KHON2’s Action Line is seeing a new trend. It involves fake cashier's checks, and by the time the bank catches on, it's often too late. Read more »

Holiday credit card tips

Holiday credit card tips

Shoppers searching for bargains today may see their savings slip away. Credit card interest rates are at an all time high and time to pay off debt is shrinking. Read more »

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