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ConsumerWatch: Stores Requiring ID, Tracking To Prevent Repeated Returns

When you make a return this holiday season, you may have to hand over more than just your receipt, as retailers try to prevent repeated returns.

2012/11/20

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger. (David McNew/Getty Images)

Schwarzenegger Policy Think Tank Planned At USC

Former California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and the University of Southern California are partnering to create a policy think tank.

2012/08/03

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Gilroy Blue Shield Customer Sues Over Company’s Coverage Change

According to the class action lawsuit, Blue Shield is forcing customers to either pay higher premiums or switch to a worse policy.

2012/06/13

Sequoia High School District offices. (CBS)

Redwood City Parents Sue School District Over Student’s Cheating Punishment

The parents of a Peninsula high school sophomore are suing the school district for kicking the teenager out of an honors class because he cheated.

2012/04/26

Silicon Valley Execs Blast SOPA In Open Letter

Silicon Valley Execs Blast SOPA In Open Letter

Many of Silicon Valley’s most successful entrepreneurs and executives are warning of the dangers of the controversial Stop Online Piracy Act…

2011/12/14

(CBS)

ConsumerWatch: Timing Key To Insurance Policy Claims

One ConsumerWatch viewer found that out the hard way that insurance providers can be strict about when their coverage is in effect.

2011/10/31

(AP)

SF Program Targets Immigrant Domestic Violence Victims

As part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the San Francisco District Attorney’s Office has launched a new policy for immigrant victims.

2011/10/05

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SF Muni Considers All-Door Boarding System

San Francisco Muni is considering a new policy that would allow bus passengers to enter through the rear doors of buses in an effort to increase on-time performance.

2011/09/07

(CBS)

ConsumerWatch: California’s Low-Cost Car Insurance Option

Adding car insurance is may be a lot more affordable than you realize thanks to a little-known California program.

KPIX 5–2011/07/19

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