'Screw scam' spurs new fears for drivers when filling their tanks
EDITORS NOTE: More questions have been raised after a small town police department in Virginia posted on social media about an apparent "screw scam" involving a gas pump. Since then, some have said what was alleged as a potential scam is not possible or highly unlikely. FOX Television Station reporters have reached out to various government agencies across the country.An inspector with the Minnesota Department of Commerce Weights and Measures Division provided the following statement:"The few videos I have seen show someone jamming a screw into the boot of the dispenser, causing the internal activator to be pinned in an upward position. If this is truly how it’s done, then I am skeptical because the dispenser shuts off when you place the nozzle back into the boot. So, if I jammed something in there to make that internal valve stay up, then wouldn’t it behave as if the nozzle had been hung up? I would think you need the pump activated to do this. That said, we do have a tip for people so they don’t fall victim to this scam if it’s happening: Get a receipt. A receipt cannot be generated until the pump has been deactivated after fueling."FOX Television Station reporters also reached out to Gas Buddy, a popular mobile and web platform that helps drivers find the cheapest gas prices.
EDITORS NOTE: More questions have been raised after a small town police department in Virginia posted on social media about an apparent "screw scam" involving a gas pump. Since then, some have said what was alleged as a potential scam is not possible or highly unlikely. FOX Television Station reporters have reached out to various government agencies across the country.An inspector with the Minnesota Department of Commerce Weights and Measures Division provided the following statement:"The few videos I have seen show someone jamming a screw into the boot of the dispenser, causing the internal activator to be pinned in an upward position. If this is truly how it’s done, then I am skeptical because the dispenser shuts off when you place the nozzle back into the boot. So, if I jammed something in there to make that internal valve stay up, then wouldn’t it behave as if the nozzle had been hung up? I would think you need the pump activated to do this. That said, we do have a tip for people so they don’t fall victim to this scam if it’s happening: Get a receipt. A receipt cannot be generated until the pump has been deactivated after fueling."FOX Television Station reporters also reached out to Gas Buddy, a popular mobile and web platform that helps drivers find the cheapest gas prices.
A state-by-state look at who spends the most and least on fast food
With fast food prices up 60% since 2014, those “affordable” drive-throughs don’t seem so economical anymore. Here's where people spend the most on fast food.
With fast food prices up 60% since 2014, those “affordable” drive-throughs don’t seem so economical anymore. Here's where people spend the most on fast food.
Honda recalls more than 880,000 vehicles over rear suspension failure risk
Honda is recalling more than 880,000 SUVs and pickup trucks in the U.S. because a key rear suspension part can rust and fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Honda is recalling more than 880,000 SUVs and pickup trucks in the U.S. because a key rear suspension part can rust and fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
World Cup host cities ranked: Cheapest to most expensive
Attending a 2026 FIFA World Cup match could cost fans more than $2,100 on average once tickets, airfare, lodging, food and transportation are factored in, according to a LendingTree analysis.
Attending a 2026 FIFA World Cup match could cost fans more than $2,100 on average once tickets, airfare, lodging, food and transportation are factored in, according to a LendingTree analysis.
How to avoid FIFA World Cup scams as ticket prices drop
FIFA still has remaining World Cup tickets available, raising concerns among buyers that scammers could take advantage of increased demand. FOX 4’s Steve Noviello explains how to spot potential scams and offers tips to help consumers avoid fraud when purchasing tickets.
FIFA still has remaining World Cup tickets available, raising concerns among buyers that scammers could take advantage of increased demand. FOX 4’s Steve Noviello explains how to spot potential scams and offers tips to help consumers avoid fraud when purchasing tickets.
Rise in gas prices from Iran war could have helped inflation hit a 3-year high
U.S. inflation surged to a three-year high in part because of skyrocketing gas prices as consumer prices exceeded 4% in May’s overall inflationary spike.
U.S. inflation surged to a three-year high in part because of skyrocketing gas prices as consumer prices exceeded 4% in May’s overall inflationary spike.
US existing-home sales jump to highest level since December
Sales of existing U.S. homes rose sharply in May, climbing 3.2% from April and 3.2% from a year earlier to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.17 million units.
Sales of existing U.S. homes rose sharply in May, climbing 3.2% from April and 3.2% from a year earlier to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.17 million units.
FDA: Pet food recalled over nutritional deficiency
Pet owners are urged to check their shelves after an expanded recall of pet food sold in dozens of states due to potentially dangerous vitamin deficiencies.
Pet owners are urged to check their shelves after an expanded recall of pet food sold in dozens of states due to potentially dangerous vitamin deficiencies.
Air Canada reassures passengers over pilot who did not have proper license
Canada’s largest airline is assuring passengers that their safety was never compromised by a former pilot who was recently found to have been flying routes without the proper license.
Canada’s largest airline is assuring passengers that their safety was never compromised by a former pilot who was recently found to have been flying routes without the proper license.
Texas investigates FIFA over 2026 World Cup ticket seat downgrades
Texas has launched an investigation into FIFA over allegations that fans paying premium prices for 2026 World Cup tickets were downgraded to lower-tier seats.
Texas has launched an investigation into FIFA over allegations that fans paying premium prices for 2026 World Cup tickets were downgraded to lower-tier seats.
Jeep recalls over 1 million vehicles over a fire risk
More than 1 million Jeep vehicles are being recalled after a defect was linked to a potential fire risk. Here's what to know.
More than 1 million Jeep vehicles are being recalled after a defect was linked to a potential fire risk. Here's what to know.
Kia recalls 6K vehicles due to possible seat belt defect that could raise injury risk
Kia is recalling more than 6,000 vehicles because of a seat belt malfunction that could increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Kia is recalling more than 6,000 vehicles because of a seat belt malfunction that could increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Date fruit sales in U.S. skyrockets as shoppers seek healthier foods
One of human history's oldest-cultivated foods is having a moment as more people reach for healthier alternatives to ultra-processed foods.
One of human history's oldest-cultivated foods is having a moment as more people reach for healthier alternatives to ultra-processed foods.
Apple unveils Siri AI, new intelligence features at WWDC
Apple unveiled new artificial intelligence features at its annual developers conference on Monday.
Apple unveiled new artificial intelligence features at its annual developers conference on Monday.
Trader Joe’s customers have until Tuesday to file settlement claims
The deadline for Trader Joe’s customers to file a claim in a class action lawsuit is Tuesday.
The deadline for Trader Joe’s customers to file a claim in a class action lawsuit is Tuesday.
New Texas power plant being built as data centers sprout across state
A new power plant is set to be built in North Texas as power-hungry data centers spread across the state.
A new power plant is set to be built in North Texas as power-hungry data centers spread across the state.
Texas hemp ban enforceable while legal challenge plays out, court rules
The ban on many hemp products being sold in Texas can be enforced while a legal challenge plays out, a court has ruled.
The ban on many hemp products being sold in Texas can be enforced while a legal challenge plays out, a court has ruled.
Screwworms in Texas: What an infestation means for livestock, beef supply and the economy
The return of the flesh-eating screwworm fly in Texas has ranchers and government agencies scrambling to contain what could threaten a $113 billion cattle industry in the U.S.
The return of the flesh-eating screwworm fly in Texas has ranchers and government agencies scrambling to contain what could threaten a $113 billion cattle industry in the U.S.
Facebook class-action privacy settlement: 2nd payments set to distribute
Facebook users who were part of the massive $725 million class-action settlement may be due for a second payment.
Facebook users who were part of the massive $725 million class-action settlement may be due for a second payment.
Target baby wipes recalled for serious bacteria risk
FDA testing found a potentially dangerous bacteria in samples of various Up & Up baby wipes after Target and the manufacturer received complaints.
FDA testing found a potentially dangerous bacteria in samples of various Up & Up baby wipes after Target and the manufacturer received complaints.