KGCT 8 News Investigates
Stories curated from NBC News, ABC News, CBS News, ProPublica, Reuters & more — all link to original sources
CBS News investigation finds that dozens of online pharmacies operating without proper licensing are selling counterfeit and substandard medications to unsuspecting consumers, with some pills containing no active ingredient at all.
A Washington Post investigation reveals that major gig economy companies are systematically misclassifying workers as independent contractors to avoid paying benefits, unemployment insurance, and overtime — costing workers billions annually.
NPR investigation documents widespread violations of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, with collectors threatening arrest, contacting employers, and calling at prohibited hours — tactics that are illegal but rarely prosecuted.
Reuters testing of fresh produce from major grocery chains found pesticide residue levels exceeding EPA safety thresholds on multiple items — with some samples showing residues from pesticides banned in the United States.
ProPublica investigation reveals that payday lenders are deliberately targeting military families near bases, using loopholes to circumvent the Military Lending Act and charging effective annual interest rates exceeding 300%.
NBC News investigation finds that major home warranty companies are systematically denying legitimate repair claims using fine print exclusions, pre-existing condition clauses, and manufactured technicalities — leaving homeowners with thousands in unexpected repair bills.
The Texas Tribune analysis of ERCOT data and utility bills finds that deregulated electricity plans are exposing low-income Texans to extreme price volatility, with some customers seeing monthly bills spike by 400% during peak demand periods.
ABC News hidden camera investigation catches used car dealers rolling back odometers and concealing accident histories, selling vehicles with hundreds of thousands of miles as low-mileage cars to unsuspecting buyers.
CNBC investigation documents a surge in cryptocurrency scams targeting seniors, with fraudsters posing as financial advisors and government officials to convince victims to liquidate retirement accounts and transfer funds to fake crypto platforms.
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