Toy makers from all over the world gathered to share their latest products. Most of the gear focused on STEM-related toys, News4’s Susan Hogan shows.

Consumer Reports recommends talking to your veterinarian before giving your pet CBD.

Clear the Shelters is Saturday, and if you’re planning on taking a pet home, you may want to consider a safe way to get them home.

If it’s time to upgrade your car, Consumer Reports just released its top picks for 2020. Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan reports.

The market is full of pet restraining products, everything from harnesses to carriers, however many labeled “crash tested” are based only on manufacturers’ claims. “No performance standards or test protocols currently exist in the U.S. for pet crates or carriers, and while many pet safety product manufacturers claim to test their products, they can’t be substantiated without uniform test standards...

Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan reports on hazardous magnets which can lead to medical emergencies if swallowed by children. Learn what parents should know about these products.

Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan has the top luggage picks from Consumer Reports’ members.

News4’s Susan Hogan is working for you to find the three TV settings you should turn off to get the best possible picture. Check out Consumer Reports’ TV Screen Optimizer for the settings you need for your particular television.

Nearly half of American drivers are women but the crash test dummies used to test whether cars are safe are modeled on men. Despite their blank faces and androgynous features, most dummies used in auto crash tests represent the so-called 50th percentile male. The dummy first standardized in the 1970s is 171 pounds and 5-foot-9 — though the average American…

Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan reports on the lack of female crash test dummies, an issue that has been prevalent since the 1970s.

If you’re planning on visiting family for Thanksgiving, we have the travel information you need to know — including the worst times to hit the road and 10 quick tips for an easier ride.

You’re at higher risk of hitting a deer with your car in the fall due to the shorter days. News4’s Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan has ways you can avoid deer striles this season.

Consumer groups give many of the top restaurant chains in the United States failing grades for their policies regarding antibiotics used in their beef supply for burgers and other beef dishes, NBC News reports. The report is the result of a combined effort from the U.S. Public Interest Research Group Education Fund, the Natural Resources Defense Council, Consumer Reports and...

The Consumer Product Safety Commission has proposed stronger standards for baby recline sleepers to limit the incline to 10 degrees or less. News4’s Susan Hogan has more on how the new recliner recommendation impacts the safety of car seats for infants.

When the nation’s largest utility warned customers that it would cut power to nearly 2 million people across Northern California, many rushed out to buy portable generators, knowing the investment could help sustain them during blackouts.

Most people think of granola as a healthy option to grab on the go, but some brands are loaded with sugars, fat and calories that can really derail your diet. Jummy Olabanji reports on new research from Consumer Reports to help you start your day off right.

New analysis by Consumer Reports underscores certain health risks with deli meats because of preservatives used to help extend the shelf life. News4’s Jummy Olabanji looks at why you can’t always go by what you read on the label.

From the best time of day to search for a flight to how far in advance you should book your ticket – many of these tips are either outdated or simply wrong. Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan is working for you so you don’t miss out on better deals.

Sleep apps are gaining popularity, but how effective are they? Doreen Gentzler takes a closer look.

When it comes to pools, sometimes it’s hard to know what’s lurking beneath the surface. Cryptosporidium is one of the most common culprits for pool-related illnesses. News4’s Jummy Olabanji shares how you and your family can stay safe.