07/05/2008 Jesse tries the 'Open X' The Open X promises to open any tough plastic packaging, but first you have to get it out of its own packaging. Jesse checks it out

07/04/2008 Family says they were overcharged for lock An Everett family says they got the runaround from a locksmith who gave them a faulty product. When they couldn't get a refund, they called Jesse.

07/03/2008 New phone scam targets local Chinese residents A Seattle-area couple is out nearly $4,500 after falling victim to a new phone scam targeting Chinese communities in many countries.

Company insider had reported problems with American Electric A couple of weeks ago, we told you about a company that performed shoddy electrical work for an elderly American Lake man. Now the state is moving on the company's license.

07/02/2008 Ground beef sold at Fred Meyer, QFC recalled Kroger has announced a recall of some ground beef products sold in Fred Meyer and QFC stores, after reports of an E. coli outbreak in the Midwest.

VISA to do away with debit card holds Debit card holds on gas purchases have frustrated many consumers. We've seen debit card holds of up to $100 for gas purchases, but now one credit card company is about to end that practice.

07/01/2008 Nebraska company recalls beef products Nebraska Beef Ltd. is recalling nearly 532,000 pounds of ground beef produced in the last two months because the meat has been linked to an outbreak of E. coli illnesses.

Simple Florida vacation turns to nightmare Lee Hults of Seattle says she and her family were left stranded and later held hostage by American Airlines, who she says doesn't want to take responsibility for their mistake.

06/30/2008 Several new Wash. laws in effect Tuesday Starting Tuesday, several new laws go into effect in Washington State that could have an impact on the way you go about your day.

06/27/2008 Man's military record changed after erroneous enlistment A Pierce County man was told he's AWOL from the Army only to find out that someone fraudulent signed him up. The man wants to correct his military record, so he called Jesse. A military snafu

06/26/2008 Billed for 'non-usage' of propane Usually you only pay for something if you use it. But when a propane customer was billed for non-usage, she decided to Get Jesse.

06/25/2008 Track your teen's whereabouts with 'Teensurance' Safeco Insurance is now offering parents a chance to buy "Teensurance," a way to track where teen drivers are and whether they speed or roam too far.

06/24/2008 Cribs recalled after 4 children trapped About 320,000 Jardine cribs sold by Toys "R" Us and Babies "R" Us stores were recalled Tuesday after four children became trapped.

Water bills for empty home? Don Alldredge hasn't lived in his damaged Bellevue home for six months, but the water bills just keep coming. So if he's not using water, we wanted to know what he's paying for. Consumption charges

06/20/2008 WWII vet says he was burned by electrician William Butler has served his country in to two wars. But the company that made some questionable repairs to his home showed Butler no respect. And when the company wouldn't respond to his complaints, he decided to Get Jesse. Shocked by the $700 bill

06/19/2008 Tips for taking commuter train to work Sound Transit is becoming one of the easiest ways for commuters to "dump the pump." Tim Robinson tells you everything you need to know about taking the train. Sit back and relax

No-show contractor is in for a surprise A Pierce County man makes the mistake of paying a contractor up front to build a new fence. But this no-show contractor had no idea whom he was blowing off. Contractor complaint

06/18/2008 Credit history linked to insurance rates It's no secret your auto insurance rates are based on more than you driving record. But a Seattle man is trying to figure out what caused his RV insurance rate to climb by nearly 30 percent.

06/17/2008 TV repair takes too long A TV repair shop took a Mill Creek man's TV and his money, so he decided to Get Jesse.

06/13/2008 Man finds feds at his door after eBay purchase A Dupont man made a purchase on eBay and ended up with two government agents at his door, asking for the item. Stolen government property

06/12/2008 Getting hit twice for phone service Charles Allen says he's getting billed by two different companies for one phone number. After getting the runaround, he dialed Get Jesse for help. Double billed for service

06/11/2008 Are hybrid vehicles all they're cracked up to be? When shopping for a more fuel-efficient car, it makes sense to do your homework to determine if you'll realize the savings that you're hoping for - and how long it will take.

06/10/2008 FDA hunts for source of salmonella Officials continue to search for the source of a salmonella outbreak linked to three types of raw tomatoes, while the list of supermarkets and restaurants yanking those varieties grows. Spread to 16 states

Invest a little, save a lot It sounds counterintuitive, but if you want to save money, sometimes you have to spend it. More ways to save

Seattle man upset about $14.95 phone charge Don Meyer discovered a strange charge on his cell phone bill and can't get it taken off. Frustrated, he decided to Get Jesse.

06/09/2008 Save money by buying and selling at consignment stores Consignment stores are seeing an increase in shoppers.as more people look for ways to save money. Buy or sell

Tim's list of consignment shops

Restaurants pull tomatoes in reaction to salmonella warning McDonald's, Taco Bell and other major chains have stopped serving some tomatoes until the source of the outbreak is known. Spread to 16 states

06/08/2008 Gas hits national average of $4 for the first time The national average price for unleaded gas now tops the $4 a gallon mark, and Washington state has some of the highest prices.

06/07/2008 Study: Farmers markets offer lowest prices A Seattle University study shows when buying organic produce, it's cheaper at a farmers market than a grocery store by up to 30 percent. Where to shop

Seattleite sues over diet menus Anne Paskett believes she was duped by some well-known restaurants that she says filled her plate with much more fat than advertised. Lawsuit alleges consumer deception

Does Tide's 'Go To Pen' really deliver? The Tide Go To Pen promises to remove a number of stains, but find out what happened when Jesse tried it.

06/06/2008 Fed investigating unauthorized bank charges A Tacoma woman discovers hundred of dollars are missing from her bank account days after she answers a phone call. She decided to Get Jesse.

06/05/2008 How to cut costs on travel The rising price of oil is the cause of all the increased costs of traveling, and it's all having a real-life affect on people. But there are ways to cut some of that expense. Plan ahead!

Free gifts cost Edmonds woman $30 Barbara Kurtz says shipping charges for two free gifts with her Awesome Auger ended up costing more than the order.

06/03/2008 Tips for saving on your electric bill Electricity prices are expected to rise by nearly 3 percent across the country this year, but you can cut down on your electricity bill by making some simple changes. Simple ways to save

Commuter says 'Good to Go' tolling system is not so good If you use the state's "Good to Go" tolling system, listen up. You may be getting false charges on your account.

06/02/2008 Save money on water bill With the warmer weather arriving, more people are going to be watering outside, and there are some simple steps you can take to save money on water. Every little bit helps

Save money with selective grocery shopping We've talked about saving money on groceries using coupons. Today we're talking about saving money by cutting down on your weekly purchases

05/31/2008 Downy's Wrinkle Releaser put to the test For a little less than $4, Downy's Wrinkle Releaser claims to get quickly get wrinkles out of your clothing. We wanted to see if it worked.

05/30/2008 Woman lost precious mementos along with luggage Laurie Turner made the mistake of putting valuables in her checked luggage. When the bag ended up missing, we stepped in to help her out. Play it safe and carry it on

05/29/2008 Woman's 'triple play' bundle bungled Bundling is supposed to save you cash. But what happens if one of those services doesn't work?

05/28/2008 'Staycations' make home the summer hot spot The high cost of gas is already affecting the way many Americans drive. It's also having an impact on the way we vacation. More people may be staying close to home, taking "staycations." Save money, have a great time

Woman faces collections from company that owes HER money A Seattle woman took one trip on an ambulance, but was charged for three. When she was threatened with collections, she decided to Get Jesse.

Is it necessary to insure your jewelry and laptop?
The young and newly engaged sometimes look down at their ring fingers and see the most valuable thing they own. Insurers say this leads many to the next thought, which is, what would I do if I lost it?

05/26/2008 Contaminated gas at some Seattle-area gas stations Several gas stations were shut down after it was discovered that fuel was laced with water, which caused vehicles to break down. Some cars damaged

What's the right sales tax for online purchases? Buying on-line? How do you know you're getting charged the right sales tax rate? When the numbers didn't seem to add up for a Kent man, he decided it was time to Get Jesse.

05/24/2008 Appliance maker gives more to woman with broken dryer Heidi Enfinger of Tacoma got her dryer fixed after she got Jesse. Now, the manufacturer is stepping up again.

05/23/2008 Brinks security charges homeowner for wrong false alarm Even though Seattle Police say a burglar tried to break into his home, James Forsher says Brinks Security still charged him $90 for a false alarm. Proving it wasn't false

05/22/2008 Questions about stimulus checks answered The IRS says they've been flooded with questions about the accuracy of the stimulus checks, but a Tacoma woman decided to Get Jesse instead.

05/21/2008 Putting 'rewards' cards to the test Grocery stores have weekly sales and coupons can help you pinch pennies, but what about those rewards cards? Do they work?

AP: Cell phone users may get break on fees The government is quietly negotiating to help cell phone customers avoid expensive fees when they cancel contracts with wireless companies, The Associated Press has learned.

Woman's wedding photos four years late Danielle Gamotis tried everything to get the wedding album in her hands and nothing worked, so she decided to Get Jesse. Thanks for the memories

05/20/2008 Woman wants junk mail sent to dead husband to stop Pam Hansen has been a widow for more than a decade, but her husband is still receiving junk mail and she hasn't been able to stop it.

WA lottery offering up $1 per gallon gas Friday With the purchase of a $10 Mega Millions ticket at three select gas stations, you can get 10 gallons of gas. Inside: Find out where and when Mileage calculator, gas price checker

The latest announced recalls Recalls involving candle holders, K2 snowboard bindings, children's blankets and horse toys have been announced.

Watch out for wedding season scammers The Better Business Bureau has some tips on keeping yourself from getting taken at the altar.

05/19/2008 Great spa deals in the Seattle area There are a lot of spas across the country that are cutting costs because of the current economic slowdown. We took a quick peek around the Seattle area and found a few great deals. One-hour massage for just $30

05/17/2008 Couple double-dipped on cell phone tax The Bieglers have four phones on their family plan, but they were getting taxed from two counties and two cities they aren't even living in. "doesn't make any sense"

05/16/2008 State mails private information to wrong person You expect the government to keep your confidential information private, but the State of Washington has apparently mailed out one man's private information to someone else.

05/15/2008 Seniors call on Jesse after their games are shut down Bingo and card games were shut down at Seattle-area senior housing centers and the residents decided to 'Get Jesse' to see if they could be dealt a better hand. Someone was playing a bad game

05/14/2008 Owners of missing piano finally get answers A mystery is finally solved for numerous customers looking for their pianos after a consignment store closes its doors. Missing piano mystery is solved

05/13/2008 Make extra money with a yard sale Since it's going to be such a great weekend, it's a perfect time to make some money with a yard sale. Tips for a great sale

Tips for cutting your grocery bill With staples like milk now selling for almost $4 a gallon and the price of eggs at more than $2 per dozen, Americans' household budgets are being squeezed. But families can take steps to limit the impact of higher prices.

Lynnwood woman gets help with her tree troubles We still don't know why 24/7 Tree Service took a three-week lunch break, but once we got in touch with them, the job got done. A very long 'lunch break' Disappearing Act - Share your comments

05/12/2008 Buying and selling at consignment stores Consignment stores are becoming more popular for buyers on a budget, and for people looking to make a few extra bucks. Great for buyers or sellers

05/10/2008 Confusion over tax rebates The first paper check tax rebates went out Friday, but slowly the information is getting out that some people may have to wait longer for their money. "I was relying on it"

Bar owner skirts law with smoking club A local bar has done its best to fight the state's smoking ban. Frankie's Sports Bar in Olympia just started a new "Members Only" club that is cigarette-friendly.

05/09/2008 More shoppers turning to discounters Caught in the maelstrom of higher gas and food prices, Americans — even more affluent ones — are seeking shelter in wholesale clubs and discount apparel chains.

05/10/2008 Natural home funerals becoming more common When a loved one dies, a funeral home is the normal routine for many families. But more people are opting to leave the funeral preparations at home. Burials the natural way

05/09/2008 Cancer patient stuck with gym membership An Olympia woman's fight with a gym is too much for her to handle while she is taking on cancer at the same time.

05/08/2008 Save Me Money: The art of haggling The economy may be slow, but stores are dealing like never before. It seems the art of haggling has gone mainstream. Big box stores willing to negotiate

Firefighters push for ban on novelty lighters Firefighters worry these devices could cause a whole lot of trouble. Some look like small toys

Get Jesse: Cut off at the pump
All Bruce Van Aken wanted to do was fill up his truck at a Costco gas station, but while he was refueling the pump mysteriously stopped well before his tank was full.

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05/07/2008 Save Me Money: Free stuff We took a look at 17 different Web sites where you can get free or almost free stuff. We picked out some of the best and easiest. Stuff free for the taking