John Mattes, UCAN investigative reporter interviews Dr. Sherry L. Franklin about doctors having a difficult time being paid by big insurance companies.
UCAN investigates San Diego water rate increase
UCAN's embedded reporter John Mattes investigates a nearly $4 increase on your bill for water each month ! Do something about it!
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UCAN investigates cell phone kiosks
John Mattes, UCAN's embedded reporter, goes out in the field to investigate cell phone kiosks which house "authorized retailers". They make customers sign additional contracts for new phones and plans, that include hidden fees of more than $100 dollars.
DON'T BUY A MOBILE PHONE WITHOUT UCAN'S CELLPHONE PLAN CHECKER and check out NEW MEDIA RIGHTS CREATIVE COMMONS HOW-TO AND LEGAL GUIDES
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The Aquaponics Challenge with Michael Shames (in less than 3 minutes)
Time lapse of the construction of Michael's new aquaponics system in his garage and a challenge to traditional gardening.
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The Fraud Squad Network
Need help resolving a dispute with a company? Get individualized help with your dispute from the Fraud Squad by using our Online Complaint Forms. Once you've filled out a complaint, call the Fraud Squad Hotline at (619) 696-6966!
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The Hose Whisperer Teaches Water Conservation
Learn to conserve water, meet the hose whisperer!
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How to Hack Your Cell Phone with a Dancing Darth Vader
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