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In this week’s episode of Ask Amy, Brandi Lowery with Lone Star Legal Aid talks about planning an escape, and how to get a protective order.

Congress is expected to receive new evidence Thursday of what was considered to be “internal chaos” with Southwest Airlines over the Christmas holiday meltdown and cancellations, CNN reported.

Upkeep on your possessions is sometimes a daunting task -- okay, sometimes, it’s a crippling thing that you think about at 5 a.m., wishing you could go to sleep again, and then promptly forget about after you finally do drift off again.

There is a huge recall involving a popular brand of multi-purpose cleaners. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) says consumers should stop using Fabuloso Multi-Purpose Cleaners due to a bacteria risk.

From groceries to bills, we all know just about everything is more expensive these days. Financial Coach Connie Portlas talks with Amy Davis about how to do a money reset to hopefully save money in your budget.

Consumer expert Amy Davis has warning about shady storm damage contractors. Plus, can a dealership make you use their in-house financing?

We are helping you score the lowest price on a new car. Learn the secret way dealerships get you to pay more money. Mike Rumple, Your Car Buying Advocate, explains that there is a very specific process that people who get the best deals are using.

A warning about a popular television sold at major retailers last year. LG is recalling 52,000 free-standing smart TVs due to a tip-over, entrapment hazard. The Consumer Product Safety Commission says the 86-inch LG brand TVs were sold at places like Wal-Mart, Costco, Amazon and Best Buy from March 2022 through September 2022.

Some Texas motorists pay $150 a year for the privilege to proclaim whatever it is they wish to proclaim on the 12-inch by six-inch aluminum plate bolted to their bumper -- as long as the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles approves the six-character message.

As used car prices continue to rise, and with the shortage of new vehicles, you might have to really shop around to find what you need. You might not be able to tell if the used car you are buying has storm damage. Learn how major damage is concealed and what you can do to find out all the facts about a used car.

Used cars have become hugely popular and valuable. That’s good news if you are looking to sell your car and not so good if you need to buy, especially for certain types of vehicles.

You may avoid the doctor for an annoying medical issue. Scammers know this. So what if someone called you up offering to help out? Learn the newest scams targeting our senior citizens.

Thieves work overtime to target everyone, but especially our aging parents. From free health screenings to calls about medical devices or easy part time jobs - Jennifer Salazar, Executive Director of The Better Business Bureau Education Foundation, explains what you need to know to avoid falling victim.

This article gives details of the latest products you may have in your home that federal regulators say are not safe.

The holiday shopping season is in full swing - and so are thieves, working hard to trick you. More people are already being targeted by mail delivery schemes. Amy Davis explains you should know to protect both your packages and your personal information.