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Check your phone bills - one KATU viewer got a $344.94 credit

"We needed that money so bad," said Cyndy Wood. "We needed that credit. That was huge."

It's called cramming - and it may be costing you money

You may be paying hundreds of dollars of bogus charges on your phone bill and not even know it. And it’s legal – sort of. It doesn't matter if it's your cell or landline or which phone company you use. Customers are getting ripped off every month by mystery charges.

Record numbers seeking help with their energy bills

Over the next few days you may be tempted to crank up the air conditioner but for some, that simply isn't affordable.

Allergy sufferers can look beyond medicine cabinet for relief

Allergy medication is flying out of stores and pharmacies as pollen counts spike and sufferers try to stem flowing noses, itching eyes and scratchy throats. But what if modern medication doesn’t always work?

Warning: Watch out for fake 'cash for clunkers' Web sites

The government is warning consumers to be wary of unofficial "cash for clunkers" Web sites that seek personal information or direct consumers to pre-register for the program.

Oregon set to ban fire retardant

Decabrominated diphenyl ether (Deca-BDE), is found in some mattresses, furniture and electronics. As Deca-BDE degrades, it breaks down to a more toxic form that presents a possible risk to the environment.

New coupon strategies

A list of links to help you find coupon deals in places you might not have thought of.

Electronic debate: Sony vs. Kindle

Cheap summer fun for your family

If you're scratching your head over what to do with the kids this summer, we've got a list of free, or nearly free, family activities that can get you started.

Understanding Comcast's digital switch, which is not the same as the DTV switch