FDA finally bans Red No. 3 food dye, linked to cancer
Authorization to use in candy, desserts and other snacks is revoked after petition filed by PIRG and others
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Southwest, Frontier chronically delayed flights, DOT says
DOT penalizes JetBlue for chronic flight delays
Updates
Airline baggage fees: Court blocks disclosure of prices up front, for now
Stanley cups: 2.6 million travel mugs recalled after dozens of burn injuries
No-hassle refunds for canceled and delayed flights takes effect
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Airline passengers can travel with more rights this year – Consumer Protection Week 2025
Airports likely to be crowded as passenger volume predicted to increase by 7% over 2024
Consumer Protection Week 2025: Freeze your credit report from all three bureaus in a half-hour online — we walk you through it
A half-hour could save you hours and hours of aggravation and a lot of stress
Consumer Protection Week 2025: Spotlighting the CFPB’s first-of-its-kind credit card shopping tool
The CFPB's Explore Credit Cards comparison tool on its website uses unbiased, public data collected by the CFPB.
Consumer Protection Week 2025: How to store important documents in the cloud safely
Disaster-proofing documents can include storing copies in the cloud, but poses security risks. Here’s how to do it safely.
Tips for carbon monoxide safety in your home
Detectors are critical, but there is more you can do to keep your family safe from carbon monoxide poisoning
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Murray
Teresa
Murray
Consumer Watchdog, PIRG
Mierzwinski
Ed
Mierzwinski
Senior Director, Federal Consumer Program, PIRG