Excedrin recalled over faulty packaging, child poisoning concerns

Multiple brands of the over-the-counter headache medication Excerdrin are facing a recall after many bottles were found to have holes in the bottom, prompting child poisoning concerns. 

Holiday packages remain stuck at USPS Oak Creek facility

Some people shipped packages hoping they'd arrive by Friday's holiday, but that's not going to happen.

Got holiday gift waste? DPW has tips for proper disposal

Sorting waste from holiday shipping and gift wrap can get a little confusing, but the DPW has answers to some common questions.

COVID-19 relief bill offers PPP loans for Wisconsin's hotel industry
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The COVID-19 relief bill increases the size of PPP loans to 3.5 times payroll and makes forgiven PPP loans tax-deductible while temporarily allowing full deductibility for business meals.

Lean Cuisine recalls select frozen chicken meals after complaints of plastic in product

More than 92,000 pounds of select frozen Lean Cuisine baked chicken meals are being recalled after several consumers complained of finding hard white plastic in the product.

How much bacteria is on your mask? Contact 6 gets answers
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Accelerated Clinical Laboratories has a state contract for coronavirus testing and tested Contact 6's mask samples. None tested positive for COVID-19, but they did offer a wide range of bacterial microbes.

Last-minute holiday shoppers head out for 'Super Saturday'

While shopping does look a lot different this year due to the pandemic, a lot of people were out at the Corners of Brookfield getting last-minute gifts.

Coronavirus pandemic means tight holiday shipping deadlines

Between an increase in mail volume and limited employee availability, USPS is asking for people's patience -- and moving a crucial shipping deadline.

Debt collectors can find you on social media
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Starting late next year, collectors will also be allowed to contact consumers by email, text message, and even through social media.

Coca-Cola laying off 2,200 workers as it pares brands

The Coca-Cola Co. said Thursday it’s laying off 2,200 workers, or 17% of its global workforce, as part of a larger restructuring aimed at paring down its business units and brands.

Barack Obama's "A Promised Land' sells 3 million copies

"A Promised Land," Obama's first of two planned volumes, could become the best-selling presidential memoir in modern times.

Has your car been recalled? Here’s what needs to happen next
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Over the past few months you may have put off everything from home repairs to doctor’s appointments. And maybe an important safety recall for your car slipped through the cracks. As Consumer Reports explains, now is the time to safely and promptly get the free fixes your recalled car needs.

Contact 6 gets results for FOX6 viewers in 2020
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When the coronavirus arrived in Wisconsin, Contact 6's Jenna Sachs shifted her focus to the unprecedented issues that affected your pocketbook, health and home.

Puppy scams up 280% amid COVID-19 pandemic compared to 2019

According to Honest Paws, a company that creates CBD products for pets, puppy scams amid the COVID-19 pandemic were up a staggering 280% between April and September.

Honda issues major recall worldwide

Honda is recalling over 1.4 million vehicles in the U.S. to repair drive shafts that can break, window switches that can overheat and a software flaw.

Popular snack producer warns of possible cookie shortage ahead of holidays

Pepperidge Farm, which operates under the Campbell’s Soup Company, has warned it may experience a shortage of some of their popular cookie items due to the ongoing pandemic.

Silver Lining: Prices of precious metals soar during COVID-19 pandemic

With prices for the precious metal soaring to near record highs, that old chain or single earring collecting dust in your jewelry box is worth more than ever

McDonald’s Happy Meals could get pricier in 2021

Following the elimination of a decades-old subsidy to cover the cost of Happy Meal toys, McDonald’s franchisees could potentially raise the price of the Happy Meal.

Law enforcement cracks down on unemployment scammers
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As hard workers were laid off due to the pandemic, unknown imposters were trying to use security credentials and flagged those desperately needing unemployment benefits. Contact 6 looks into this.

More than 142,000 Dollar Tree candles recalled for fire hazard

Officials warned that the Sure Scents 2-1 Peaceful Stream/Moonlit Waves Candles could pose fire and burn hazards due to high flames.