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12/24/2022

The victim of a near tragic hit-and-run incident is reunited with the first responders that saved his life. This NBC Washington piece shares the heartwarming story for both the survivor and the first responders. This piece also explains the “cardiac arrest saves” coin that survivors hand to first responders to recognize their heroic actions. And a surprise ending on how else he thanked them.

Benjamin Gates has played cello at the White House and the Kennedy Center, but the audience he most wanted to play for was the first responders who saved his life. He is thriving despite spending weeks in a coma after being struck in a hit-and-run in Southeast D.C. last year.

12/22/2022

Holiday gift cards are a frequent last minute buy, but experts are warning of a new gift card scam. Thieves steal funds before the card is even used. This NBC LA I-Team explains how scammers tamper with the gift card packaging in the store, get the gift card number, and steal the money as the card is activated. This piece tells the story of one victim who lost $900 and explains how to protect yourself from gift card fraud.

Have you ever been surprised to find your gift card has a zero balance? Here's how it can happen and what you can do to avoid problems.

12/21/2022

While gas pump card skimmers have been heavily reported on, there's a new gas pump manipulator device that allows thieves to get gas at a cheaper cost. This News 6 WKMG / ClickOrlando Investigators piece details how this device works by slowing the cost counter and explains how the homemade device is actually legal to use in Florida.

Investigators tell News 6 the manipulation device was first uncovered in Orlando and Tampa last June and many lawmakers are not aware of it.

12/20/2022

The used car market is still strong and odometer tampering on cars isn't a new scheme. But updated car technology has made it easier for scammers. This WBTV News Investigates piece details how the cost of the devices used to tamper with odometers has drastically dropped, making it easy to alter the reading and change the value of the car. This piece also provides tips on how to ensure odometer accuracy before purchasing a car.

North Carolina ranks 11th in the country for odometer fraud.

12/19/2022

While hiking and outdoor activities have many rewards, there are also safety risks associated with these adventures. A new Apple emergency feature is credited alerting rescue teams in a canyon crash. This KTLA 5 News piece details how the Apple technology works and explains how it may have saved the lives of a couple that crashed down a ravine in the Angeles National Forest.

Two people who were injured in a crash in the Angeles National Forest in Los Angeles County were rescued thanks to an iPhone 14, officials said. Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department deputies wer…

12/18/2022

As the fentanyl crisis continues to be a concerning trend nationwide, states continue to warn about the quick kill dangers of this drug. This KMOV special highlights the fentanyl crisis in St. Louis though stories of those impacted. The piece is long but captures it well. If you have time over the holidays, this Fentanyl piece is worth watching.

News 4's Matt Woods spent months digging into the fentanyl crisis in St. Louis.

12/17/2022

Stolen identity crimes seem to be all too common, but now scammers have opened up a whole new front, using stolen information to create fake driver's licenses. This NBC Washington I-Team piece details how scammers are making fake driver's licenses and explains how a man was mailed traffic tickets for places he did not visit, and offenses he didn't commit.

A man received traffic tickets in the mail for offenses he didn't commit, but he got stuck paying the fines anyway. Turns out someone had made a phony driver's license using his name and address.

12/16/2022

Although Texas was the main state dealing with the influx of migrants, it has now become an issue in many other states. “This influx of migrants, the anticipated nature of their arrival, and our current space and staffing challenges where they’re on the verge of reaching a breaking point." This Denver7 piece details how the trickle down cost impacts Denver and has pushed it to an emergency declaration for lack of staffing and housing.

Mayor Michael Hancock on Thursday issued an emergency declaration to prevent a “local humanitarian crisis of unsheltered migrants” as hundreds of people continue to arrive in the Mile High City.

12/15/2022

High-tech thieves have found a clever way to steal electronic devices from cars, even if they are hidden out of sight. This KHOU 11 News piece details why it’s not even a good idea to leave devices hidden there: Thieves use Wi-Fi and Bluetooth from their own devices to steal electronics. “The default friendly names on these devices are like 'John’s iPhone 14,' so they know they’ve got a high dollar latest greatest or whatever it may be.”

There's nothing unusual about someone walking around a parking lot with their phone out, but experts say there are thieves using their devices to steal electronics.

12/14/2022

High speed driving was a major concern during the pandemic lockdown, but law enforcement nationwide is still warning about the increase in speeding and reckless driving. This WTHR-TV piece details how an officer cited a driver for going 117 MPH in a 55 MPH construction zone. Many states have passed laws that makes excessive speeding in construction zones a felony.

ISP told 13News Luis Fernandez was going 117 mph in a 55 mph construction zone.

12/13/2022

"Check washing" is a new and alarming high-tech scam that's costing victims thousands of dollars. “What is the point of putting money in the bank if the bank can’t protect it.” This WDIV Local 4 / ClickOnDetroit Consumer piece includes a demo on "check washing" and provides tips on how to avoid being a victim. This piece also shares the story of a woman who is still fighting the bank that allowed a $525 check be “washed” and deposited for over $17,000.

Check washing is a new high-tech scam that's costing thousands of dollars to those who are being affected.

12/12/2022

The surge in RSV virus cases, on top of already burdened hospitals from ongoing COVID cases has had a domino effect in ER’s across the country. Ambulances are also delayed at hospitals waiting to drop patients so not as available to respond to the scene. This WBAL-TV 11 Baltimore I-Team David Collins piece explains the challenge through the case of a first time pregnant woman who waited 33 hours in a local ER.

The 11 News I-Team discovered some Maryland emergency departments are so overburdened, they were often alerting ambulance crews not to bring certain patients to them.

12/11/2022

With the increase in online holiday shopping, experts are warning about the popular holiday scams. Fake websites, phishing emails, and text message scams are all on the rise. This ABC 7 Chicago Consumer Investigator Jason Knowles piece details how three out of four Americans experienced a holiday scam in 2021 and explains the precautions you should take to prevent yourself from falling for one.

Tis the season of giving and receiving gifts, and that means new holiday scams are flooding your email and text messages.

12/10/2022

Shoplifting is a growing issue that impacts stores nationwide, causing many retailers like Walmart to raise their prices or even close stores. “It is frustrating for people working in that store to see people stealing every day.” This KGW-TV Investigations piece details how stores hardest hit are losing from $1 million to $5 million a year. This piece also shares shocking video of thieves walking out with carts full of items and no one attempts to stop them.

“It is frustrating for people working in that store to see people stealing every day,” explained Jeremy Girard of the Oregon Retail Crime Association.

12/09/2022

The nationwide live and fresh-cut Christmas tree shortage has some people purchasing trees earlier this year. This WTHR-TV piece details how to prepare and maintain your tree trunk so it will last longer, and explains the different varieties of tree.

The first weekend in December is typically a good time for cutting or buying a fresh Christmas tree.

12/08/2022

The North Carolina power station sabotage has investigators looking at past events and threats to critical infrastructure nationwide. This KGW-TV Investigations piece details some of the deliberate attacks on substations there in the NW, including a man now serving time who removed bolts from transmission towers to expose the vulnerabilities of power plants.

Law enforcement has warned about threats to critical infrastructure for years — including incidents in Oregon and Washington.

12/05/2022

The intentional "power grid sabotage" in Moore County, North Carolina is now under criminal investigation with both Homeland Security and the FBI. This ABC11 WTVD piece explains the updates and new information related to the widespread power outage and how a local “Drag Show” may have played a role.

More than 30,000 Duke Energy customers spent a second straight day in Moore County[ without any power with temperatures in the 40s and 50s.

12/05/2022

Seeming deliberate gunfire has caused damage to two power substations in North Carolina, leaving over 30,000 residents and businesses without power. While a motive still isn't clear yet, it may be related to protests regarding a drag show in the area. This WCNC Charlotte piece provides details about the power outage and explains how people could be without power for days.

Two power substations in Moore County were damaged by gunfire in what is being investigated as a criminal act, officials said. The FBI has joined the investigation.

12/04/2022

It's been almost exactly a year after the Oxford High School shooting, and this is the one unique school shooting case where the parents are both charged with involuntary manslaughter. This WDIV Local 4 / ClickOnDetroit Investigations piece details how the outcome of this case is important nationally because it will dictate how prosecutors handle similar situations.

Just days after the Oxford High School mass shooting, the Oakland County prosecutor did something no other prosecutor in the nation has done. She announced charges against the shooter's parents.

12/03/2022

Police departments nationwide are warning about a viral Tik Tok challenge that involved shooting pellets at people. "We had our windows down, just enjoying the weather. All of a sudden, we heard shots and something coming into our window." This WBAL-TV 11 Baltimore piece details this dangerous Tik Tok challenge and shares the story of one family who was victim to the challenge while driving.

Police departments across the country and in Maryland are warning people about a dangerous TikTok challenge that involves shooting at other people.

12/02/2022

A 28 year old man treaded water for over 20 hours after falling overboard without a lifejacket from a cruise ship. "I felt like I was given a chance right then... you're alive for a reason... that [fall] could've killed me, but I felt like from that moment on, I was trying to stay positive." This Good Morning America piece shares his shocking story of survival and how he didn't remember even falling overboard.

A man who went overboard on a Carnival cruise ship and said he spent nearly 20 hours in the waters of the Gulf of Mexico is speaking out about the experience.

12/01/2022

The concerning trend in the amount of people falling victim to tech support scams has prompted a warning from the FBI. This Good Morning America piece details how there has been over an 137% increase scams where a typical pitch will be, “Hey, your accounts have been hacked. Call this number.” Then a tech will offer you support to block the hack. This piece also shares the story of one victim who got scammed out of $3 million.

For one couple, a month-long tech support scam ended up costing them $3 million.

11/30/2022

Although a possible suspect had been named in the Delphi murder case, the link to the charges was kept from the public. The newly released redacted court documents detail what led to the murder charges. This well done WTHR-TV Bob Segall piece explains the redacted documents and how a bullet matching the suspect's gun was found near the crime scene.

The documents detail what led to a murder charge against Richard Allen in the killings of Libby German and Abby Williams.

11/29/2022

As retail stores see an increase of holiday shoppers, there's also concern about the of the amount of brazen and even violent shoplifting cases occurring nationwide. This NBC Washington I-Team piece details how a suburban DC county has reported 4,000 shoplifting cases in the last year. This piece also explains how many stores and shopping centers are working to combat the problem to help make shoppers feel safe.

Holiday shoppers might notice some changes this year. Along with heavier foot traffic, there will be a heavier police presence, and some of that is due to a spike in shoplifting cases.

11/28/2022

"Like a scene out of a movie” is how one witness described this incredible video. A small plane crashed into a power line tower in Maryland, causing over 100,000 people to lose power and closed all county schools. In this Today Show well done explainer, Reporter Tom Costello details the how it took over 7 hours to rescue the pilot and passenger from the dangling plane. The pilot stayed in touch by cell phone and the cause still under investigation.

A small plane crashed into high-tension power lines in Maryland on Monday, leaving the pilot and passenger dangling high above ground for hours and knocking power out to more than 100,000 people. NBC’s Tom Costello reports for TODAY.

11/27/2022

Police departments nationwide are implementing the use of more street surveillance cameras to help catch criminals. “A camera will show you what it has and won’t deviate in its testimony.” This KMOV Investigates piece details how St. Louis police department doesn't disclose to the public where cameras are located or how many cameras there are. Other cities map them and some argue if taxes pay for the cameras, why not reveal them.

Local police departments, looking to nab criminals, are turning more to technology. They’re putting their own cameras on street corners and in the sky, but they’re doing so in secret, which has some people questioning why there’s not more transparency on the technology, funded by your tax doll...

11/26/2022

While hurricane season is over, there are still visible lingering piles of debris from Hurricane Ian, and researchers are working to determine the severity of the environmental impact of the affected areas. “I think that what we can see is just the tip of the iceberg." This NBC2 News Investigators piece details how the powerful storm surge caused a major water quality concern that may take years to fully understand.

FGCU professor Don Duke said it’s difficult to understand Ian’s full impact on the environment in Southwest Florida – or its impact on us – this early after the storm.

11/25/2022

Although car manufacturers are creating ways to combat pedestrian related deaths, there is a crucial flaw with the new technology. This NBC Washington Consumer piece details how pedestrian related traffic collisions are at a record high, the most in 40 years. This piece also explains the braking systems designed to prevent these fatalities, and shows the major flaw in this technology and how it’s less effective at night.

With the days now darker, the roads are riskier, especially for pedestrians – with federal data showing they are dying in traffic collisions at the highest level in 40 years. Consumer Investigative Reporter Susan Hogan explains a technology designed to help prevent these tragedies is failing when ...

11/24/2022

With Thanksgiving being a time to reflect on the positives, young reporter Aimee Cho shares her cancer journey and how she used her time to help other cancer patients. This NBC Washington piece shares how she was diagnosed and how she used her time to create gifts for children with cancer.

News4 reporter Aimee Cho was recently diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma. As she nears the end of her treatments, she’s opening up about her experience — and the new hobby she’s picked up that’s helping her through it. At 27, Cho said she was surprised to learn she had cancer because she fe...

11/23/2022

As we approach the hectic and busiest travel season, there are three apps that can help make your trip easier. In this lively report, Hearst Consumer Correspondent, Jeff Rossen explains and shows the top apps for finding cheap parking, how to avoid waiting in line for food at the airport, and a way to rest in between delays and layovers. And they are all free!

Here are our choices for the top 10 best apps we’ve found that will make your travels easier, no matter where you’re off to.

11/22/2022

An army veteran is being hailed a hero after stopping the gunman at the at Club Q in Colorado Springs. "I just know that I got into (combat) mode and I needed to save my family. And that family was, at that time, everybody in that room. And that’s what I was trained to do." This 9NEWS (KUSA) piece shares the hero's story, and is a great example of building a story around a key witness and just letting the interview play out.

"I just know that I got into mode and I needed to save my family," Richard Fierro said. "And that family was, at that time, everybody in that room."

11/21/2022

The impact from any mass shooting is felt nationwide, but the most recent targeted shooting makes the gay community feel more vulnerable everywhere. "It's this inherent sense of community that you get in the gay bar, and having that be a targeted space makes us feel so vulnerable." This WLWT piece details how gay clubs are more than just a place to go drink, but a place of fellowship and “spaces for people to be their authentic selves.”

Members of the LGBTQ community in Cincinnati reacted to the horrific mass shooting this weekend in Colorado Springs

11/20/2022

The extended pandemic has fueled the rapid rise of online dating apps, but there's also risks and dangers associated with using these apps. “Some women are taking more control of their dating lives by joining private Facebook groups to share dirt on former dates so others don’t waste their time. ” This NBC Washington Consumer piece explains how the Facebook group members can post anonymously, but ground rules are followed.

No matter your age or location, dating can be frustrating, time-consuming and sometimes even dangerous. Now women are forming a protective online sisterhood to steer each other away from dating disasters. Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan reports.

11/19/2022

Twitter is experiencing a large exodus of staff after Elon Musk's ultimatum on work ethic for employees. But it may have the unintended effect of serious impact on the social media’s role in emergency communications. This 9NEWS (KUSA) piece details how police depts. and government agencies use Twitter and the obvious dominoes once staff departures are felt.

Wading through the new Twitter landscape for information may be getting more difficult. That includes emergency communication from public entities.

11/18/2022

Many states, including Oregon have new stricter guns laws in place to help fight the growing gun violence trend. There's been a recent rapid rise of gun purchases in Oregon before the new law takes effect next month. This KGW-TV piece explains the changes from the law, which requires a more in-depth permit process.

Oregon State Police said the rush is tied to Measure 114, one of the strictest gun laws in the country, which is slated to take effect Dec. 8

11/17/2022

With the "tripledemic" of COVID, RSV, and the flu, sick absences are impacting both students and teachers nationwide. And it’s not for the typical 1-2 days. "When they're getting this, they're out for three to five days, minimum." This KARE 11 piece details how the absences are impacting parents and the larger economy, with a record number of parents having to miss work.

Child care and education were already in dire staffing situations, now sick absences are adding up quickly.

11/16/2022

The first snow storm of the year in Minneapolis brings questions of the use of salt to keep roads safe. The downside is the by product chemical chloride is “harmful to the aquatic ecosystem. It impacts the ability of the fish and the aquatic organisms to survive." State agencies now report the runoff has flowed into at least 50 bodies of water across the state, exceeding standards. This KARE 11 piece details what measures are being taken.

Local and state agencies say chloride pollution keeps spreading, but there are ways to take action this winter.

11/15/2022

One of the main reasons fentanyl overdoses remain the leading cause of death in Americans ages 18-45 is because cartels target young people with fake pills laced with fentanyl. Fentanyl testing strips may help prevent some of these deaths. "Many people are unaware it's in the street drugs they are using.” This ABC 7 Chicago Chuck Goudie piece details a new campaign that distributes testing strips especially on university campuses.

Young people are one of the most at-risk populations for drug overdoses. Authorities say criminal cartels are targeting teens by mass producing fake pills laced with fentanyl.

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