Updated: 9:21 PM Three-year-old Nolan Pogge received his birthday wish, but with some bumps along the way.

Updated: 9:20 AM Many seniors on a fixed income are looking to save any way possible. AARP offers auto insurance to members through The Hartford insurance company, but is it a sure way to save?

Updated: 8:54 AM Sales of hair straighteners topped 85 million dollars last year. Consumer Reports ShopSmart tests to find the best.

Updated: 8:47 AM When it comes to cleaning the house, a survey of women finds they spend an average of five hours a week cleaning. Consumer Reports ShopSmart says you don't need to spend money on tons of cleaning products.

Updated: 8:40 AM With money so tight these days, everyone is looking to cut corners. But Consumer Reports says a bad place to skimp is on your car's maintenance.

Posted: 8:42 AM Three dollars a minute. That's what the average person is paying for cell phone service.

Posted: 10:34 AM There are deals to be found on airline tickets.

Updated: 10:23 AM Fed-Ex is making a recession friendly gesture on March 10th.

Posted: 8:34 AM Sales of desktop computers are falling, along with so much of the retail economy. But there does seem to be one bright spot in the computer industry-mini-laptops. They're selling briskly, and sales are expected to quadruple in the next four years.

Posted: 10:25 AM One out of three Americans has a high-definition TV-and nothing showcases what an HDTV can do like a Blu-ray player. Now, with prices dropping, you may be tempted to trade in your old DVD player. Consumer Reports just tested both Blu-ray and DVD players and can help you sort out your choices.

Posted: 10:15 AM Car companies are offering all kinds of deals these days-and they can look great. But Consumer Reports says they're often no deal at all.

Posted: 10:07 AM In a tough economy, you might think the last thing you should get is another credit card. But Consumer Reports says if you pay off your balance every month, a card with cash rewards can actually end up saving you a lot of money-if you use the right one.

Posted: 9:56 AM With unemployment at a 15-year high, you may be worried about your job. Consumer Reports has important advice to help you avoid financial disaster should you find yourself out of work.

Posted: 9:47 AM In this economic crisis, people are doing everything they can to save-sometimes with dire consequences. Consumer Reports says there are safe ways to save on infant formula.

Posted: 9:38 AM Every year, countless beauty products are discontinued. Consumer Reports shows us how to track down our favorite cosmetics.

Posted: 9:23 AM Every year in the United States, more than 10,000 people are killed in rollover accidents. Consumer Reports says tougher standards and more rigorous testing are urgently needed.

Posted: 11:18 AM With more than three million foreclosure filings in 2008 and no end in site, people are desperate. Sadly, it turns out these people are prime targets for financial predators.

Posted: 10:47 AM Poison Control centers get a lot of calls concerning glass cleaners. Consumer Reports finds the safety information on many glass cleaners is far from crystal clear.

Updated: 10:37 AM Consumer Reports tests a variety of monitors. At $30-$100, it's a good way to track your exercise progress.

Posted: 9:24 AM Cable TV networks and providers are looking to join forces.

Updated: 9:51 PM A suspected check counterfeiter purchased an estimated four thousand dollars in merchandise during several shopping trips to the Nebraska furniture mart.

Updated: 11:06 AM With the economy in trouble, criminals are targeting debit cards. They steal your PIN code-then steal your money. Consumer Reports tells you how to protect yourself.

Updated: 11:00 AM Whether we use them to listen to music or talk on the phone, we love our headphones. Sales topped $600 million last year. Consumer Reports tests several different types.

Updated: 11:50 AM Consumer Reports tests a wide variety of sewing machines, including one that carries the "Project Runway" name.

Posted: 11:19 AM Consumer Reports tells you how to still get free TV-even high-definition-without having to sign up for any services like cable or satellite.