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Attention international airline passengers — Consumer Investigator Chris Chmura has some advice for payback when your plans to fly to Europe go sideways.

Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an executive order that essentially directs the state to look into cryptocurrency and figure out ways the state can embrace it. Business and tech reporter Scott Budman explains.

The next time you take out the papers and the trash, your garbage might require a second glance. Consumer Investigator Chris Chmura breaks down new rules for yard waste, food scraps, and other organic waste that just recently kicked in.

NBC Bay Area Consumer Investigator Chris Chmura explains how to save on back-to-school supplies this year.

NBC Bay Area Consumer Investigator Chris Chmura explains how Californians can get alerts about Public Safety Power Shutoffs.

One year ago, after COVID-19 hit, millions of families canceled millions of airline tickets and got credit. Twelve months later, it’s likely a good time to book especially if you’re not actually ready to fly. Consumer Investigator Chris Chmura explains how that works.

Consumer Investigator Chris Chmura explains how energy vampires could be driving up your electric bill and what you can do to keep them in check.

The new stimulus bill includes a big benefit for millions of families who collected unemployment benefits. But it will require some work and some patience. Consumer Investigator Chris Chmura shows us how to get it.

Thieves are still taking advantage of the pandemic to scam people. Consumer Investigator Chris Chmura is going to show us how to spot their newest tricks.

Many people are still out of work and struggling to cover essential bills like their electric bill. But, Consumer Investigator Chris Chmura says you might have several options for help.

When we waste food, we’re not doing the planet any favors and waste is rotten for wallets, too. Consumer Investigator Chris Chmura shows us how to waste less food — and money.

Big changes are ahead for how the state vaccinates people for COVID-19. Governor Gavin Newsom said a new statewide portal will be available next month, but hundreds of thousands of people will get their shots in the interim. If you’re one of them, Consumer Investigator Chris Chmura shows you how it currently works.

On January 20th, 2021 President-Elect Joe Biden will be inaugurated as the 46th president of the United States.  Amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, security concerns surrounding the recent riots at the U.S. Capitol and President Trump’s decision not to attend, it’s clear this year’s celebrations will look very different from previous inaugurations.  So how will everything play out on...

This year’s Presidential Inauguration will look very different from past ceremonies. Here’s what you can expect to see at the event. 

Instead of going to the polls, many voters are opting for the no-contact option of mail-in ballots. In this video we break down the security of mail-in ballots and how they will impact this year’s voting process.

During the month of August, 2020, Northern California experienced some of the most destructive wildfires in state history. As a result, the air was saturated with smoke and hazardous levels of pollution. Unlike the pollution that comes from cars or power plants, wildfire smoke releases dangerous amounts of particulate matter into the air which can cause potentially life-threatening respiratory issues. …

Election day is on the horizon (Nov. 3) and for more than 15 million people in the U.S. this will be their first time voting in a presidential election. So, what do you need to know to make sure your vote is counted in November? Watch the explainer video above to learn about the basics of voter registration, filling out…

Lalee Ibssa breaks down what you need to know to make sure your vote counts on election day.

Lalee Ibssa breaks down what young voters need to know about the 2020 election.

Wildfire pollution is a serious and sometimes deadly, public health concern. In this video we break down what exactly makes it so hazardous to human health.